i had my cam belt replaced at 55000 miles (4 years) as recommended by the dealer. 2months and 1000 miles later I was going on holiday with the car fully laden with baggage and family when smoke appears from the bonnet and we had to stop on the hard shoulder of the M20 with all the water pouring out. We were towed back home by recovery who said that this is a known fault with Passats and golfs after cam belt replacement. Also they said that water pump should have been replaced at the same time. I have now been told by the dealer that the bill will be no more than £3000! The dealer is taking no responsibility for the damage and this misfortune appears to be an act of God! I am never having a passat or even a VW again.