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2002 Volkswagen New Beetle repairs by problem area

Engine (35%)

Transmission and Drivetrain (0%)

Brakes and Traction Control (0%)

Suspension and Steering (4%)

Electrical and Air Conditioning (54%)

Paint, Rust, Leaks, Rattles, and Trim (0%)

Other (8%)

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2002 Volkswagen New Beetle repair cost distribution

$2500+ (0%)

$1000 - $2499 (8%)

$500 - $999 (20%)

$100 - $499 (32%)

< $100 (40%)

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Chart based on 25 repair trips. The repair cost chart excludes repairs made under warranty, do-it-yourself repairs, and repair trips that include maintenance.

2002 Volkswagen New Beetle 2dr Hatch

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

Volkswagen New Beetle in Colorado, United States
- Nov 2011
Feb 2008

101000 mi

US $150
intake cleaning 
Mar 2008

101300 mi

US $600
timing belt and water pump replacement 
Jan 2011

165000 mi

US $400
replaced failed EGR valve 
Jun 2011

166000 mi

US $1600
Had to replace failing diesel injection pump 
Oct 2011

177000 mi

US $500
passenger seat airbag light on, fault found. I replaced all seats with used interior, solved problem.  
Nov 2011

181000 mi

US $65
replaced leaking fuel return lines at engne 
Volkswagen New Beetle in Texas, United States
- May 2007
Jun 2003

20000 mi
replace window raising/lowering mechanism under warranty 
Jul 2004

30300 mi
reattach plastic enclosure under engine 
Dec 2006

44955 mi

US $14
replace left front turn signal bulb and repair socket 
May 2007

47000 mi

US $220
replace glow plugs 
Volkswagen New Beetle in Ohio, United States
- Jun 2007
Oct 2003

41187 mi
Power window regulator clips - no charge, replaced under warranty. 
Nov 2003

44602 mi
Passenger-side mirror defroster - no charge, replaced under warranty. 
Mar 2004

55675 mi

US $6
Passenger-side front headlamp 
Sep 2005

73973 mi
Driver's seatbelt sensor - replaced under warranty 
Dec 2005

80300 mi

US $1257
Timing belt, water pump, serpentine belt, brakes, coolant replacement 
Jun 2007

99490 mi

US $468
Left front wheel hub and wheel bearing 
Volkswagen New Beetle in Netherlands
- May 2004
May 2004

49600 mi

€50
headlight 

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2002 Volkswagen New Beetle 2dr Hatch

115-horsepower 2.0L I4 5-speed manual FWD

Volkswagen New Beetle in New York, United States
Jun 2009 - Jun 2018
Jun 2009

45500 mi

US $250
Temperature sensor replaced 
May 2010

51000 mi

US $900
The car didn't start. The module that recognizes the electronic keys was replaced. 
Volkswagen New Beetle in Saskatchewan, Canada
- Oct 2006
Oct 2006

48360 mi

C $415
Replaced oil pan 

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2002 Volkswagen New Beetle 2dr Hatch

115-horsepower 2.0L I4 4-speed automatic FWD

Volkswagen New Beetle in Texas, United States
- Dec 2011
Dec 2011

68000 mi

US $800
Original mechanic covered the cost of replacement alternator - part under warranty, but battery was FRIED during repair. Replaced battery, wiring harness and alternator again. A day after coming home from shop, the fuse box started SMOKING. Car was parked at home. Research showed car was prev. WRECKED in left rear qtr. panel - brain stem for elec. system. DTPA suit filed against dealer of purchase. 
Volkswagen New Beetle in California, United States
- Jun 2007
Jun 2007

82000 mi

US $650
Oxygen sensors replaced, Rear brake pads replaced 

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2002 Volkswagen New Beetle Repair Histories

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