After some research I found 58 failure of this type of this same year and engine, at: /showthread.php?3462993-attn-3.6L-owners-has-your-engine-failed, - this is clearly an issue VW was aware of several years ago, as evidenced by the replacement or repair of so many, 58+ engines that I can document, and chooses not to recognize the issue, I believe due to financial reasons as this fix is $3,000 in labor alone. Stated the failure as a oil pump bolt that had backed out and sheared off, causing the catastrophic engine failure. I own a 2006 VW Passat 3.6, engine died suddenly after pulling out across a 45mph state route, after engine failed, there was no steering or brakes, had to push car out of traffic with my 2 young sons inside. This is a horrible car and now that I've done some research and seen just how many other people have had the same problems I have (and more severe, potentially deadly problems in some cases) I make it my business to make sure everyone knows what a dud this car is and how VW does not care about its consumers by not doing anything to fix these ever prevalent problems. The mechanic has said it would take around 3 to 4 thousand dollars to fix, which is only a small amount less than I've put into buying the car, not including the money I've been pouring into constant repairs. It's like a rattling, knocking noise that has only gotten louder since taking it to the shop.
My most recent problem has been the noises my car is making.
The check engine light is constantly on and no matter how many times I change the headlights they never last. I have to take the car to a dealership regularly, about once every two to three months, fixing the same problems repeatedly. Also, if the key isn't stuck the engine itself won't crank, also taking at least five tries before the engine will start. As other consumers have noticed I have a big problem with the key getting stuck in the ignition to the point that I have to start and stop the car at least five or more times before it will dislodge. I've had my 06 Passat for little under 2 years now, it was bought used from carmax and it has been horrible from the start. I made a complaint to VW and they basically stated it was my problem! I have had my car on the diagnostic machine 2 times and all have come back with diff issues! when speaking to the rep from VW, I advised they all gave me diff opinions due to diagnostic readings and she stated "maybe your car has all of these problems" maybe" so I pay for all of these "maybe's" to get my car fixed and "maybe" it will run the way its supposed to, or "maybe" it wont! I'm not the only consumer that has had this problem, it still exists for many others. I have read several complaints regarding this issue! this car is unsafe. My point is this: My car has stalled out on the interstate and various other places.
The way it was designed is a joke! six months ago my fuel pump was replaced and now another problem exists. Hmmmm wonder why" they would be out alot of money! there is a problem with the fuel system on this car. Dropped off at dealership on July 14th,11 part needed is on back order until July 25,11) they say the stalling is caused from cam shaft high pressure fuel pump! and apparently they (VW) has decided to cover this under and extension of the warranty up to 120,000 miles! no recall. Car ran great, July 7th,11 traveling high rate of speed on interstate, car stalls, almost got hit! taken to (2) two diff dealerships and (2) diff opinions. My car was worked on 6 months ago approx date of 1/11 for stalling. Major issue: Stalling out without warning.
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