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Trims & pricing
Shop listings| Trim | MSRP | Live | Trades at | Premium | Instrument |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| GLS 1.8T GLS 1.8T Turbo 4dr Wagon | — | — | — | — | — |
| GLS V6 GLS V6 4dr Sedan | — | — | — | — | — |
| GLX V6 GLX V6 4dr Sedan | — | — | — | — | — |
| 1.9 TDI (90 Hp) 1.9 TDI (90 Hp) | — | — | — | — | — |
| 1.8 20V Syncro (125 Hp) 1.8 20V Syncro (125 Hp) | — | — | — | — | — |
| 2.8 V6 30V (193 Hp) 2.8 V6 30V (193 Hp) | — | — | — | — | — |
| 2.3 VR5 (150 Hp) 2.3 VR5 (150 Hp) | — | — | — | — | — |
| 1.8 20V (125 Hp) 1.8 20V (125 Hp) | — | — | — | — | — |
| 2.8 30V (193 Hp) Automatic 2.8 30V (193 Hp) Automatic | — | — | — | — | — |
| 2.0 i (115 Hp) Syncro 2.0 i (115 Hp) Syncro | — | — | — | — | — |
| 1.8 T 20V (150 Hp) Automatic 1.8 T 20V (150 Hp) Automatic | — | — | — | — | — |
| 2.3 VR5 (150 Hp) Syncro 2.3 VR5 (150 Hp) Syncro | — | — | — | — | — |
| 2.3 VR5 (150 Hp) Automatic 2.3 VR5 (150 Hp) Automatic | — | — | — | — | — |
| 1.6 (101 Hp) Automatic 1.6 (101 Hp) Automatic | — | — | — | — | — |
| 2.3 VR5 Syncro (150 Hp) 2.3 VR5 Syncro (150 Hp) | — | — | — | — | — |
| 2.8 V6 30V (193 Hp) Automatic 2.8 V6 30V (193 Hp) Automatic | — | — | — | — | — |
| 1.8 20V (125 Hp) Automatic 1.8 20V (125 Hp) Automatic | — | — | — | — | — |
| 1.9 TDI (110 Hp) Syncro 1.9 TDI (110 Hp) Syncro | — | — | — | — | — |
| 2.5 TDI (150 Hp) Syncro Automatic 2.5 TDI (150 Hp) Syncro Automatic | — | — | — | — | — |
| 1.8 20V (125 Hp) Syncro 1.8 20V (125 Hp) Syncro | — | — | — | — | — |
| 2.5 TDI (150 Hp) 2.5 TDI (150 Hp) | — | — | — | — | — |
| 2.8 30V Syncro (193 Hp) 2.8 30V Syncro (193 Hp) | — | — | — | — | — |
| 1.9 TDI (115 Hp) 1.9 TDI (115 Hp) | — | — | — | — | — |
| 1.6 (101 Hp) 1.6 (101 Hp) | — | — | — | — | — |
| 1.9 TDI (110 Hp) Automatic 1.9 TDI (110 Hp) Automatic | — | — | — | — | — |
| 2.0 i (115 Hp) Automatic 2.0 i (115 Hp) Automatic | — | — | — | — | — |
| 1.9 TDI (90 Hp) Automatic 1.9 TDI (90 Hp) Automatic | — | — | — | — | — |
| 1.9 TDI Syncro (110 Hp) 1.9 TDI Syncro (110 Hp) | — | — | — | — | — |
| 2.5 TDI (150 Hp) Syncro 2.5 TDI (150 Hp) Syncro | — | — | — | — | — |
| 2.0 i (115 Hp) 2.0 i (115 Hp) | — | — | — | — | — |
| 2.8 30V (193 Hp) 2.8 30V (193 Hp) | — | — | — | — | — |
| 1.8 T 20V (150 Hp) 1.8 T 20V (150 Hp) | — | — | — | — | — |
| 1.9 TDI (110 Hp) 1.9 TDI (110 Hp) | — | — | — | — | — |
Safety & recalls
Full recall reportDOPE, INC. IS RECALLING 42,540 COMBINATION CORNER AND BUMPER LAMP ASSEMBLIES OF VARIOUS PART NUMBERS SOLD FOR USE AS AFTERMARKET EQUIPMENT FOR VARIOUS PASSENGER VEHICLES. THESE HEADLAMPS FAIL TO CONFORM TO THE REQUIREMENTS OF FEDERAL MOTOR VEHICLE SAFETY STANDARD NO. 108, "LAMPS, REFLECTIVE DEVICES, AND ASSOCIATED EQUIPMENT." THESE LAMPS DO NOT CONTAIN THE REQUIRED AMBER SIDE REFLECTORS.
Potential consequence
DECREASED LIGHTING VISIBILITY MAY RESULT IN A VEHICLE CRASH.
Remedy
DOPE, INC. WILL NOTIFY OWNERS AND OFFER A FULL REFUND FOR THE NONCOMPLIANT COMBINATION LAMPS. THE SAFETY RECALL BEGAN ON JULY 28, 2009. OWNERS MAY CONTACT DOPE, INC. AT 1-626-272-1798.
09E025000 · 42,540 units in campaign · NHTSA
Applies only if the manufacturer confirms your VIN · repair by an authorized dealer
ON SOME PASSENGER VEHICLES, THE FUEL TANK FILLER NECK CAN SUFFER ABRASION DAMAGE IF THE REAR TIRE GOES FLAT AND THE VEHICLE IS DRIVEN UNTIL THE TIRE DISINTEGRATES.
Potential consequence
FUEL LEAKAGE CAN OCCUR INCREASING THE RISK OF A FIRE.
Remedy
DEALERS WILL FIT PASSAT VEHICLES WITH A NEW WHEEL HOUSE LINER THAT WILL BETTER PROTECT THE CAR'S FILLER NECK. JETTA VEHICLES WILL BE FITTED WITH A DIFFERENT METAL SHIELD DESIGNED TO ENHANCE ABRASION PROTECTION IN THE EVENT OF TIRE DISINTEGRATION. OWNER NOTIFICATION BEGAN JUNE 13, 2003. OWNERS WHO TAKE THEIR VEHICLES TO AN AUTHORIZED DEALER ON AN AGREED UPON SERVICE DATE AND DO NOT RECEIVE THE FREE REMEDY WITHIN A REASONABLE TIME SHOULD CONTACT VOLKSWAGEN AT 1-800-822-8987.
02V026000 · 487,284 units in campaign · NHTSA
Applies only if the manufacturer confirms your VIN · repair by an authorized dealer
On certain vehicles, the steering assembly tie rod seals do not seal properly. If moisture and/or dust particles enter the swivel bearing mechanism, the swivel bearing may wear over time to a point where the steering begins to feel "loose" and could diminish the steering control of the vehicle with the potential for a vehicle crash. Correction: Tie rods will be replaced on affected vehicles.
1999195 · 4,900 units in campaign · Transport Canada
Applies only if the manufacturer confirms your VIN · repair by an authorized dealer
VEHICLE DESCRIPTION: PASSENGER VEHICLES. THE TIE RODS OF THE STEERING ASSEMBLY ARE PROTECTED ON EACH SIDE BY A SEAL TO PREVENT MOISTURE AND DUST PARTICLES FROM ENTERING THE SWIVEL BEARING MECHANISM. IT IS POSSIBLE THAT SOME TIE ROD SEALS MAY NOT SEAL PROPERLY.
Potential consequence
IF MOISTURE AND/OR DUST PARTICLES ENTER THE SWIVEL BEARING MECHANISM, THE SWIVEL BEARING COULD WEAR OVER TIME DIMINISHING THE STEERING CONTROL OF THE VEHICLE.
Remedy
DEALERS WILL REPLACE THE TIE RODS.
99V248000 · 51,900 units in campaign · NHTSA
Applies only if the manufacturer confirms your VIN · repair by an authorized dealer
VEHICLE DESCRIPTION: PASSENGER VEHICLES EQUIPPED WITH AUTOMATIC TRANSMISSIONS. A CONTROL VALVE IN THE VACUUM HOSE CONNECTING THE BRAKE BOOSTER TO THE INTAKE MANIFOLD MAY NOT OPEN OR CLOSE FULLY AT TEMPERATURES BELOW -4 F UNDER CERTAIN DRIVING CONDITIONS.
Potential consequence
THIS CONDITION COULD CAUSE INSUFFICIENT VACUUM TO BE PROVIDED TO THE BRAKE BOOSTER.
Remedy
DEALERS WILL INSTALL A VACUUM BY-PASS SYSTEM INTO VEHICLES OPERATED IN THESE STATES WHICH IS DESIGNED TO PROVIDE SUFFICIENT VACUUM FOR FULL BRAKE ASSIST UNDER ALL WEATHER CONDITIONS.
99V131001 · 88,121 units in campaign · NHTSA
Applies only if the manufacturer confirms your VIN · repair by an authorized dealer
On certain vehicles, a control valve in the vacuum hose connecting the brake booster to the intake manifold may not open or close fully at temperatures below -4 degrees F. This condition could cause insufficient vacuum to be provided to the brake booster resulting in possible loss of power brake assist. Correction: A vacuum by-pass system will be installed on affected vehicles.
1999095 · 9,000 units in campaign · Transport Canada
Applies only if the manufacturer confirms your VIN · repair by an authorized dealer
IN THE EVENT OF AN ENGINE BACKFIRE DURING COLD START, AN AIR SCREEN WHICH IS LOOSELY SEATED IN THE AIR FLOW METER COULD BECOME DAMAGED. SHOULD THIS HAPPEN, SCREEN PIECES COULD ENTER THE INTAKE AIR FLOW SYSTEM AND COULD PREVENT THE THROTTLE PLATE FROM RETURNING TO ITS FULL IDLE POSITION. CORRECTION: A SCREEN RETAINING RING WILL BE INSTALLED AND DAMAGED SCREENS WILL BE REPLACED.
1998126 · 1,437 units in campaign · Transport Canada
Applies only if the manufacturer confirms your VIN · repair by an authorized dealer
VEHICLE DESCRIPTION: PASSENGER VEHICLES. IF THE ENGINE BACKFIRES DURING A COLD-START, AN AIR SCREEN WHICH IS LOOSELY SEATED IN THE AIR FLOW METER CAN BECOME DAMAGED.
Potential consequence
SCREEN PIECES COULD ENTER THE INTAKE AIR FLOW SYSTEM AND PREVENT THE THROTTLE PLATE FROM RETURNING TO ITS FULL IDLE POSITION.
Remedy
DEALERS WILL INSTALL A RETAINING RING TO HOLD THE AIR SCREEN IN PLACE.
98V134000 · 19,800 units in campaign · NHTSA
Applies only if the manufacturer confirms your VIN · repair by an authorized dealer
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