NHTSA Complaint #11506092 — 2012 VOLKSWAGEN PASSAT ELECTRICAL SYSTEM

Complaint Details

ODI Number	11506092
Vehicle	2012 VOLKSWAGEN PASSAT
Component	ELECTRICAL SYSTEM
Date of Incident	July 20, 2022
Date Filed	February 7, 2023
Mileage	N/A miles
Crash	No
Fire	No
Injuries	0
Deaths	0
Vehicle Towed	No
State	CA

Consumer Description

The electrical system failed. It has been to numerous mechanics many refusing to do the work. The car cuts off while driving randomly. When ignition is turned off and then turned back on car starts again. No light on dash alternator ecu fuel pump fuses all replaced in effort to try to find the issue with no avail. Car cuts off in mid traffic and then stalls .This is life threatening and should be addressed . No mechanic wants to work on this particular year and model car. Car has been inspected by Volkswagen dealer. No warning lights sounds or dashboard notifications.

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