2004 Volkswagen Passat Transmission and drivetrain Problems

“Sporadically the rear windows would not respond to the window up/down switch, then later without touching the switch the windows would open or close. The dealer found a cheap plastic cotter pin type instrument causing the problem. I have not had the chance to check out the repair since the dealer has my car going on 3 weeks for two other issues (transmission surge and engine light/p0101) for which they are having problems diagnosing the problem.”

“Just about evrery time I drive my car there seems to be a lurching in the transmission when I start driving and when I start to slow down(5-15mph). The dealer(cooley mazda, vw in east greenbush,ny) said there was no problem, but after checking with your site I found out I wasn't alone. Any help would be great.”

“I own 2004 Passat and recently have had transmission problems. My biggest concern is that on freeway transmission became unresponsive,and almost got me wiped out by two trailer truck going about 60! I was told to repair it would be 1200.00 to 3000.00 dollars. But for Volkswagen to know of problem and refuse to fix is outrageous and you people need to do something before injury;s or more happen! Is there someone I can contact to get help,I cannot afford that,and vw needs to repair if they are knowledgeable about it!!”

“When slowing down at traffic light car hesitated and then jerked foward, as if I had been hit from behind. It was enough to make my back and neck sore. I touched the accelerator pedal to give the car some gas and the engine freely revved, even thought the transmission indicated it was in 'drive'. The car has developed a hesitation to accelrate before the incident, and after. The car has also been showing signs of excessive fuel consumption.”

“The TCM (transmission control module) failed due to a leak,that is a common problem ,I now find out $1300.00 later on this 2004 glx Passat. After searching for 4 months for a TCM I learn that this is an on going problem 2001-2004, that vw hasn't addressed ,but is aware of due to the configuration of a drainage system that causes water to enter the passenger floor board and fry this TCM .which could result in an injury or further damage to the vehicle,due to transmission shifting suddenly and unexpectedly into 3rd gear.”