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2004 Volkswagen Phaeton recalls and problems

There are no safety recalls for the 2004 Volkswagen Phaeton, but owners have filed 4 complaints with NHTSA.

Recalls
0
Complaints
4
Crashes / fires
0 / 0
Injuries / deaths
0 / 0

Recalls may cover only some 2004 Volkswagen Phaeton vehicles. Check your VIN at NHTSA ↗ to see open recalls for your exact car.

2004 Volkswagen Phaeton problems reported by owners

Problem areaReports
Structure2
Suspension2
Power Train1
Steering1
Engine and Engine Cooling1
Electrical System1

Most reported parts

  • Structure › Body › Trunk Lid — 1
  • Suspension › Front — 1
  • Power Train › Automatic Transmission › Torque Converter — 1
  • Structure › Body — 1

Typical mileage at the time of the problem: 80,000 miles (median of owner reports).

Problems that are not covered by a recall are paid repairs; labor rates follow local mechanic pay — see what auto mechanics earn in each state.

Recent 2004 Volkswagen Phaeton complaints

Owner reports filed with NHTSA, as written (personal details removed). Complaints are not verified by NHTSA.

Structure · at 180,000 miles · reported Mar 19, 2017
Trunk emergency escape/entrapment prevention handle not working due to defective trunk wiring harness. Only applies to vehicles with automatic trunk.
Suspension · reported Apr 1, 2010
2004 volkswagen phaeton with faulty torque converter. The consumer stated he had to pay for a $3,00 dollar repair on the driver's side fender which was caused by the hesitation of the converter engaging. The consumer stated he experienced problems with the vehicle for three years and never could find out what the problems were caused by. He finally had an independent electronic check done and the problems were as follows; the check engine light was on at all times. The oxygen sensors were replaced, but the light illuminated again. The esp light illuminated after about 10 minutes of driving and…
Structure · at 80,000 miles · reported Sep 8, 2009
2004 vw phaeton trunk wire housing - the sleeve over the wire housing came off and then the plastic tube that covers the wires broke away from the joint that enables the wires to compress back into the trunk lid when it is closed. When having my tires rotated the service department closed the trunk lid but the plastic tube was caught between metal and rear glass shield. The glass broke and was replace. 2 weeks later, while having the 80,000 mile service the technician closed the trunk and again the plastic piece was caught and the rear glass broke. Dealer estimate to "fix" is $1,300 but it…

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Frequently asked questions

Does the 2004 Volkswagen Phaeton have any recalls?

No. NHTSA has no safety recalls for the 2004 Volkswagen Phaeton as of this update. Check your VIN at nhtsa.gov/recalls for the latest status.

What is the most common problem with the 2004 Volkswagen Phaeton?

Owners report structure problems most often (2 reports), followed by suspension (2). The typical mileage when problems were reported is about 80,000 miles.

Are Volkswagen recall repairs free?

Yes. Safety recall repairs are free at authorized Volkswagen dealers, whether you are the first owner or bought the car used.