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2005 Volkswagen Golf / Rabbit / GTI repairs by problem area
Engine (31%)
Transmission and Drivetrain (7%)
Brakes and Traction Control (2%)
Suspension and Steering (28%)
Electrical and Air Conditioning (26%)
Paint, Rust, Leaks, Rattles, and Trim (2%)
Other (5%)
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Chart based on 61 repairs.
2005 Volkswagen Golf / Rabbit / GTI suspension repair cost distribution
$2500+ (0%)
$1000 - $2499 (0%)
$500 - $999 (14%)
$100 - $499 (57%)
< $100 (29%)
Chart based on 14 repair trips. The repair cost chart excludes repairs made under warranty, do-it-yourself repairs, and repair trips that include maintenance.
2005 Volkswagen Golf / Rabbit / GTI 4dr Wagon
turbocharged 100hp 1.9L I4 Diesel 5-speed manual FWD
| 143200 mi | New struts in the back |
| 162000 mi US $452 |
Removed and replaced front strut bearing, inspected rotors, inspected inoperable latch on rear hatch. |
| 172700 mi US $299 |
Wheel bearing loose and noisy. Replaced. |
| 195700 mi US $300 |
Wheel bearing worn out tie rod was loose. |
| 203000 mi US $400 |
Replaced right front control arm, bearing |
| 207500 mi US $300 |
replaced the struts |
2005 Volkswagen Golf / Rabbit / GTI 4dr Hatch
turbocharged 180hp 1.8L I4 5-speed manual FWD
| 191580 mi C $140 |
A ball joint was destroyed by road hazard (foot deep craters in the ice that wasn't removed from our city roads). Ball joint was replaced. Tires and wheels ok, but a shake in the motor ever since, and I have noticed a drop in the mileage. |
| 205840 mi C $425 |
Front left axle was seized and wheel bearing needed replacement. |
| 210800 mi C $120 |
Bushings on sway bar were shot and needed replacing. |
2005 Volkswagen Golf / Rabbit / GTI 4dr Hatch
115-horsepower 2.0L I4 4-speed automatic FWD
| 55000 mi US $800 |
Also replaced front struts. replaced struts and strut mounts (wear and tear). Also had bracket welded which holds parts of exhaust system. |
| 59000 mi | At low speeds and when stopped, the steering would make a slight clunking sound. Our mechanic wasn't completely certain about the reason for the problem but he said that the strut repair was a likely cause. |
2005 Volkswagen Golf / Rabbit / GTI 2dr Hatch
turbocharged 180hp 1.8L I4 5-speed manual FWD
| 89000 mi | Upper strut mounts needed replacing. |
| 40000 mi | Wheels/suspension make a noise when going over bunps. |
| 56000 mi | Replaced right rear wheel bearing. The dust cap had a crease in it when installed from factory and funneled water into the wheel bearing. Result? Rusted and needed replacement. Same happened with the left rear at 20,000 miles. |
| 93700 mi | Wheel bearing. Seems to be a common issue with VW GTIs at the very least. The cost to DIY hardware costs nearly matches the total cost of having a reputable shop do it for you. |
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