2001 Volkswagen Jetta Volkswagen Jetta 2001

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2001 Volkswagen Jetta repairs by problem area

Engine (50%)

Transmission and Drivetrain (5%)

Brakes and Traction Control (4%)

Suspension and Steering (17%)

Electrical and Air Conditioning (16%)

Paint, Rust, Leaks, Rattles, and Trim (4%)

Other (5%)

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2001 Volkswagen Jetta brake repair cost distribution

$2500+ (0%)

$1000 - $2499 (0%)

$500 - $999 (33%)

$100 - $499 (33%)

< $100 (33%)

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2001 Volkswagen Jetta 4dr Wagon

115-horsepower 2.0L I4 5-speed manual FWD

167000 mi Stuck Calipers, replaced calipers, lines, and rotors for both back brakes. 

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2001 Volkswagen Jetta 4dr Sedan

turbocharged 90hp 1.9L I4 Diesel 5-speed manual FWD

197000 mi

US $700
rear pads and rotors, 
131000 mi

US $43
Vacuum pipe between vacuum pump and brake booster had cracked at the ends, causing a leak. Part was replaced, solving the problem. 
168300 mi

US $350
right rear caliper not completely releasing after applying emergency brake. Right rear caliper was replaced in addition to rear pads and rotors. 
129000 mi

US $500
I replaced all the brake calipers/rotors and pads as they were sticking and causing poor rotor wear and premature wear and warping. 

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2001 Volkswagen Jetta 4dr Sedan

turbocharged 150hp 1.8L I4 4-speed automatic FWD

115940 mi lights showing abs and traction control defective - sensor replaced and right front macpherson swash plate replaced 
118300 mi

C $332
ABS and tracking system problem light indicated, right front ABS sensor 
119040 mi

C $332
left rear ABS sensor and general checkup 
120900 mi

C $600
2 disks and one caliper with 2 sensors on the ABS 

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2001 Volkswagen Jetta 4dr Sedan

115-horsepower 2.0L I4 4-speed automatic FWD

135000 mi

US $400
ABS light came on. Sensor was replaced. ABS light keeps coming on. Can not get it to shut off. 

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2001 Volkswagen Jetta 4-door

turbocharged 4-cylinder diesel manual 2WD

207080 mi ABS. 

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2001 Volkswagen Jetta Brake Problems

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