2020 Volkswagen Passat transmission control module price snapshot
- Low
- $30
- Average
- $101
- High
- $323
Year-specific price guide
Used 2020 Volkswagen Passat Transmission Control Module prices
Year-specific used transmission control module pricing for the 2020 Volkswagen Passat, built from real salvage yard and junkyard listings with condition grade and fitment detail.
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Part overview
About the 2020 Volkswagen Passat transmission control module
A used 2020 Volkswagen Passat transmission control module costs between $30 and $323, with a median of $91 from 101 salvage yard listings.
What the transmission control module does, common failure signs, and prices across all vehicles: used transmission control module price guide →
Also known asTCMTransmission ComputerTransmission ModuleTCU
Price summary
A used 2020 Volkswagen Passat transmission control module costs $30 to $323, with a median asking price of $91. Based on 101 priced salvage yard listings across the US, compatible across 2015–2023 (9 model years), updated Oct 7, 2026. Prices exclude shipping, core charges, and installation.
Grade A (excellent)$91
Grade B (good)$95
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Condition comparison
Price by part grade
Grade AClean / low wear$30–$32367 listings
Grade BStandard used$51–$31632 listings
Grade XUngraded$75–$822 listings
| Grade | Price range | Relative range | Listings |
|---|---|---|---|
| Grade AClean / low wear | $30–$323 | 67 | |
| Grade BStandard used | $51–$316 | 32 | |
| Grade XUngraded | $75–$82 | 2 |
Median by grade
Grade price comparison
Grade A$91
Grade B$95
Ungraded$82
Median asking price by seller-reported condition grade · $30–$323 overall range
Replacement cost
What is the 2020 Volkswagen Passat transmission control module replacement cost?
- Used part
- $91
- 2020 Volkswagen Passat median asking price
- Labor
- $95–$300
- 1–2 hours at $95–$150/hr
- Estimated total
- $185–$390
- median used part + labor
Labor is a typical independent-shop range for transmission control module replacement, not a quote for your vehicle; it does not include programming and adaptive relearn procedure. The part price is the live median from the salvage-yard listings on this page. Full transmission control module replacement cost breakdown
Fitment matters
Price by trim & variant
Communication, (interface box, telephone), (under LH seat)32 listingsInterchange 2020–2023$100$30 – $180
Year-specific context
How does the 2020 Volkswagen Passat compare?
The 2020 guide is based on 117 observed listings, including 101 with posted prices. Its $91 median is 10% below the Volkswagen Passat guide's $101 median.
Among the 8 model years with current price data, 2020 ranks #2 from lowest to highest median.
Interchange data shows this part is also listed under model years 2015, 2016, 2017, 2018, 2019, 2021, 2022, 2023. Shopping across all 9 compatible years may surface better prices or condition grades.
Pricing is not a fitment guarantee. Match the VIN, part number, engine or drivetrain, and seller-listed variant before ordering.
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Common questions
2020 Volkswagen Passat transmission control module FAQ
How much is a used 2020 Volkswagen Passat transmission control module?
Based on 101 priced salvage-yard listings, a used 2020 Volkswagen Passat transmission control module lists between $30 and $323, with a median asking price of $91.
How much does it cost to replace a 2020 Volkswagen Passat transmission control module?
Using a used part, a 2020 Volkswagen Passat transmission control module replacement typically runs $185–$390 all-in: the median used transmission control module for this year lists at $91, and independent-shop labor for transmission control module replacement typically takes 1–2 hours at $95–$150/hr ($95–$300). The labor figure does not include programming and adaptive relearn procedure. Labor is a national part-level estimate, not a quote for your vehicle.
Will a 2020 Volkswagen Passat transmission control module fit another year?
Based on salvage-yard interchange data, listings for the 2020 Volkswagen Passat transmission control module also appear under model years 2015, 2016, 2017, 2018, 2019, 2021, 2022, 2023, suggesting these years share compatible fitments. Always verify the exact part number, drivetrain, trim, and your VIN before buying — interchange compatibility can vary by variant.
How much is a 2020 Volkswagen Passat tcm?
A tcm is another name for a transmission control module. The prices on this page cover the 2020 Volkswagen Passat transmission control module — median $91, from 101 listings.