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Hi Chloe, the wrench symbol is the service indicator light on this generation of Passat. I would take the car to your nearest licenced mechanical repairer and have them read the fault codes logged in ...

Numerous reports emerged last year of metallic sounds coming from the 2nd or 3rd gears of Volkswagen Group's DSG gearboxes, especially in countries with warm climate and/or band roads. After ...

The metal housing surrounding the rear wheel bearings of Passats built between 21 and 29 August 2017 might fracture in extreme circumstances. You may notice an abnormal noise coming from the rear of ...

Although Volkswagen has its fair share of reliable models, it's not an auto manufacturer that's necessarily famed for overall reliability. That mixed record extends to its engines; some of these are ...

The Volkswagen Passat is a great choice if you need a spacious, reliable family car with all the bells and whistles. Despite its dependable reputation, the Passat does occasionally develop issues ...

Volkswagen and Chrysler are facing sludge problems in engines in their most popular models sold in the US, as Toyota did in the past two years, according to The Car Connection (TCC) website. Sludge is ...

Where a standard Mk8.5 GTI pumps out a healthy 261bhp from its ‘EA888’ engine, in this Passat VW’s tuned it to deliver just 201bhp and 236lb ft of torque. So it’s a MediumGTI-engined car.