2.0 TDI 170hp CR (CBBB)
2008–2010 · diesel · 1968cc · 170hp
Engine codes: CBBB
Reliability, common problems and owner reviews for the Volkswagen Passat B6 2.0 TDI 170hp CR (CBBB). Check this before you buy used.
The high-output common-rail diesel. Better than the PD 170, but still more to go wrong than the 140: early piezo injectors, early-build oil-pump hex risk, DPF. A sorted example is decent; the 140 CR is the safer pick.
Known Issues
Early piezo injectors fail; many recalled — verify.
Fix / Workaround: Confirm recall/replacement.
Repair cost: €400–€1800
Typically appears after: 100,000 km
Early CR builds share the 77mm hex risk.
Fix / Workaround: Check build date; verify revised shaft.
Repair cost: €200–€3500
Typically appears after: 100,000 km
Blocks on short trips.
Fix / Workaround: Motorway runs; clean/replace.
Repair cost: €200–€1200
Mileage Thresholds
After 100,000 km: Injector / early-build oil-pump risks.
Pre-Purchase Checklist
- ☐Verify injector recall
- ☐Build date for oil-pump fix
- ☐Idle rattle check
- ☐Consider the 140 CR instead
Frequently asked questions
Is the Volkswagen Passat B6 2.0 TDI 170hp CR (CBBB) reliable?
Problematic — The high-output common-rail diesel. Better than the PD 170, but still more to go wrong than the 140: early piezo injectors, early-build oil-pump hex risk, DPF. A sorted example is decent; the 140 CR is the safer pick.
What are the common problems and reviews for the Volkswagen Passat B6 2.0 TDI 170hp CR (CBBB)?
The most commonly reported problems: Piezo injector failure, Oil pump hex (early builds), DPF clogging.
Is a used Volkswagen Passat B6 2.0 TDI 170hp CR (CBBB) worth buying?
Known design issues and recurring faults that were never fully resolved. Buy only with eyes open.