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2006 Volkswagen Jetta repairs by problem area
Engine (36%)
Transmission and Drivetrain (11%)
Brakes and Traction Control (3%)
Suspension and Steering (8%)
Electrical and Air Conditioning (27%)
Paint, Rust, Leaks, Rattles, and Trim (6%)
Other (8%)
Chart based on 776 repairs.
2006 Volkswagen Jetta engine repair cost distribution
$2500+ (6%)
$1000 - $2499 (15%)
$500 - $999 (16%)
$100 - $499 (33%)
< $100 (31%)
Chart based on 210 repair trips. The repair cost chart excludes repairs made under warranty, do-it-yourself repairs, and repair trips that include maintenance.
2006 Volkswagen Jetta
Engine not specified
| 80000 mi US $1100 |
cold start misfire. bad injector and needing a decarb. |
| 174220 mi C $3000 |
Cam lifters bearings |
2006 Volkswagen Jetta 4dr Wagon
turbocharged 100hp 1.9L I4 Diesel 5-speed shiftable automatic FWD
| 71300 mi C $2618 |
cleann EGR valve (coked up and plugged) |
2006 Volkswagen Jetta 4dr Wagon
turbocharged 100hp 1.9L I4 Diesel 5-speed manual FWD
| 82460 mi C $1643 |
Alternator pulley making a loud noise. |
| 89900 mi C $210 |
Exhaust hanger broken. |
| 115940 mi C $2000 |
Turbo charger was siezed and had to be replaced. |
| 130820 mi C $468 |
one glow plug replaced |
2006 Volkswagen Jetta 4dr Sedan
turbocharged 200hp 2.0L I4 6-speed manual FWD
| 59000 mi US $600 |
Car still had no power after ECU replacement. Cam follower for high pressure fuel pump disintegrated. Cam lobe heavily damaged. Dealer replaced cam, high pressure fuel pump, cam follower. |
| 99000 mi | CEL is on. Everything seems OK, so no action taken yet. Light had gone on, then off in the recent past. |
| 101300 mi | CEL went on for a few days. Then went off by itself. I had reported the light on last month and it has gone off with no repair action. Just turned 100K, Still loving the VW GLI! |
| 114000 mi | Car runs fine. Check Engine Light on. Code was for weak turbo boost. Dealer has to do more diagnosis before a cause and repair could be done. The CIL stayed off for two weeks after the dealer reset, but is now back on. Car runs fine. |
| 133000 mi US $65 |
Replaced diverter valve. Reset Check Engine Light. Car performs like new, well almost. Was driveable with low turbo boost. |
| 148700 mi US $50 |
Exhaust pipe banjo clamp located just in front of rear axel failed. Pipe came apart. |
| 152700 mi US $1034 |
Replaced Cam Sensor (bad), EVAP Purge valve (bad), High Pressure Fuel Pump Cam Follower (good - preventive maintenance), Fuel Filter - maintenance, Spark Plugs - maintenance |
| 172000 mi US $800 |
Replaced motor that controls the manifold air intake. |
| 215000 mi | Y pipe needs to be replaced or welded. CEL is on. Repairs not done. |
| 65000 mi US $100 |
Loud engine knock -- Bad fuel pump. And all camshaft parts replaced. Fan switch replaced. |
| 44200 mi US $265 |
Ignition Lock Cylinder Defective |
| 53000 mi US $300 |
Panel light for turbo issue. Car still drove OK. Some internal turbo part replaced. |
| 40000 mi | bad sensor in radiator |
| 49000 mi US $501 |
loss of power and 3 different lights came on including check engine |
| 73000 mi US $1800 |
something with the turbo went south, and did rear brakes |
| 75000 mi US $645 |
The ignition key would no longer go in!! |
| 52000 mi | Car was using 2 1/2 qts+ of oil between oil changes. Oil Consumption issue test was done, car failed. So far had to replace piston rings and gaskets..no guarantee problem is fixed, and may return at any time. Engine light came on within 100 miles of last repair. Some valve in the turbo needed replacing. |
| 48980 mi | Determined turbo needed to be replaced. Turbo replaced Camshaft timing sensor needed replacing |
| 49880 mi C $400 |
Camshaft timing sensor replaced. |
| 54560 mi | Replaced throttle body valve |
| 62700 mi C $425 |
Replaced crank position sensor. |
| 116560 mi | Engine misfiring, diagnosis revealed High Pressure Fuel Pump wear resulting from Cam Follower worn out. HPFP, exhaust cam and cam follower replaced. |
| 132680 mi C $120 |
Replaced variable valve timing solenoid. |
| 8060 mi | PCV pipe cracked and oil was leaking and burning - created an awful smell which was noticed when parking in garage. |
| 77000 mi US $230 |
A valve related to the turbo was replaced Valve for turbo |
| 112500 mi US $1000 |
Replace thermostat and other misc work |
| 13532 mi | Satellite radio replaced for 2nd time. Intake flap motor defective and replaced. Driver side turn LED turn signal in mirror replaced. All under warranty. |
| 33496 mi | Car started misfiring. Induction cleaning performed. Battery defective and replaced. |
| 38682 mi | Car has rattling noise. The fuel lines were loose and rattling. |
| 43706 mi | Turbo pressure valve leaking. |
| 47278 mi | Returned to dealership for vibrating noise. Replaced timing chain and tensioner. This still did not resolve issue with engine vibration. Returned to dealership for vibrating noise. Replaced timing chain and tensioner. Headliner was falling apart and replaced. Doors weren't locking. Reprogrammed keys. This still did not resolve issue with engine vibration. |
| 70000 mi | Check engine light went on-but no ploblem found-light reset itself. |
| 79000 mi | Check engine light came on, and later reset itself. |
| 80000 mi | Check engine light came on-then reset itself... |
| 31000 mi | End of intake camshaft sheared off. Required new complete head assembly. |
| 37000 mi | Lower transmission mount bolt fell out. Engine swung forward into air conditioner lines. Dealer replaced bolt and lines. |
| 18600 mi | Replace high pressure boost valve on turbo. |
| 29760 mi | Coil pack replaced. |
| 61380 mi C $1200 |
Removed and replaced the #2 cooling fan (Small) as it failed Thermostat failed and replaced |
| 78000 mi US $597 |
Check engine light came on driving home. Took to dealer who diagnosed as faulty thermostat. Repairs took 6 hours. |
| 5524 mi | check engine light-dealership blamed it on low fuel but light came on when tank was 3/4 full |
| 9255 mi | check engine light-dealership ordered intake flap motor |
2006 Volkswagen Jetta 4dr Sedan
turbocharged 200hp 2.0L I4 6-speed automated manual FWD
| 15000 mi | Replaced Catalytic Converter |
| 51950 mi US $65 |
Variable timing was repaired under warranty but there were some costs. |
| 60000 mi US $1500 |
Claimed fuel module was bad and set off check engine light. Cost was over $250. Consequences of not repairing were just getting stuck. Since the check engine light comes on intermittently but rarely I decided to wait and do it at my shop |
| 78300 mi US $187 |
The check engine light was on and the error indication was vague. Lengthy troubleshooting lead to a poorly connected clip connection that had to be properly seated. |
| 80200 mi US $80 |
Check engine light came back on after prior repair of a faulty clip. No resolution. Suggested taking to dealer. |
| 81000 mi | Check engine light came on. Tightened a connection. Awaiting to see if it returns. |
| 81000 mi US $550 |
Evidently a bearing shattered and destroyed the whole engine. Due to the age/value of the car a replacement engine at $9,000 was deemed unwise. Car was sold for junk |
| 61860 mi A $450 |
Leaking Oil Seal, Rocker/Valve cover. |
| 71920 mi A $300 |
PCV Value Failure |
| 76260 mi A $900 |
Failure of FSI High Pressure Fuel Pump. Cam follower hard worn out. |
| 85560 mi A $1950 |
Replacement of Intake Cam Shaft on 2.0 FSI engine due to wear from previously replaced failed High Pressure Fuel Pump and Can Follower. |
| 89900 mi A $150 |
Replaced Failed Turbo Charger Boost Control Valve |
| 64000 mi US $351 |
Turbo diverter valve failed, leaking boost. Emissions light was triggered. Replaced with what I believe was an improved REV of the part. Forum activity indicates that VW acknowledged internally that this was a design weakness. |
| 65673 mi US $392 |
Replaced coolant sensor due to error code. Repaced coolant sensor due to error code |
| 72000 mi US $600 |
Thermostat was stuck open, temperature would not reach higher than 160 degrees. |
| 60000 mi US $100 |
Replaced PCV. |
| 66000 mi US $100 |
Diverter Valve was bad, and it is known that Jetta is prone to have DV problem. The part I used is the latest revision from VW, which is supposed to fix the probem once for all. |
| 164000 mi US $600 |
replace coil and spark plugs temperature sensor replaced |
| 276000 mi US $1050 |
Exhaust system replacement. |
| 54000 mi | Coolant Leaks; Replaced Water Pump and coolant flange Hose fell off intercooler. Was reinstalled at no charge. |
| 53000 mi US $1000 |
Replaced Valve Cover & Gasket |
| 48000 mi | CPU glitch that all MKV VW's have a chance of getting. A software update fixes the problem. |
| 58000 mi | Intake manifold flap motor gone bad |
| 60000 mi | Returned for repairing the Intake Manifold flap runner motor. Out of warranty due to mileage, but dealer paid all repair costs due to customer loyalty. |
| 140084 mi US $1200 |
Spark plugs changed and all coil packs replaced due to cheap spark plugs in the vehicle at the time. SPark plugs changed and all coil packs replaced due to cheap spark plugs in the vehicle at the time. Transmission boots were also replaced. |
| 229000 mi US $467 |
Fuel pump was replaced in the vehicle due to faulty one. |
| 253000 mi US $50 |
Car was running rich. Decided it was time to replace spark plugs and fixed my problem. Runs great now. |
| 263000 mi US $60 |
Replaced the CAM follower. Common issue on a FSI motor. |
| 264700 mi US $140 |
Vehicle was misfiring. Replaced all 4 spark plugs and ignition coils. |
| 318000 mi US $80 |
Vehicle was over heating and AC was not working. Tested voltage at connector to cooling fans and found out fan was getting power but not cycling on. Replaced cooling fan assembly. |
| 42000 mi | Car sat for a week. Misfires (blinking CEL) on cold start. Replaced the faulty coilpack. Will be paid back from VW for part. |
| 23000 mi | Check engine/emissions light. Gas sensor malfunction |
| 37000 mi US $100 |
Intake valve runner. N.B., not the intake runner control unit, which was under a TSB. |
| 37000 mi | Faulty catalytic converter. Repaired by VW out of warranty because, per dealer, VW has recognized that they are faulty and repairs them upon request when they start to rattle. |
| 22000 mi | Low oil level indication light, vehicle was losing oil but dealer could not determine how. |
| 39000 mi | Replaced cam shaft, cam follower, Fuel pump replaced. |
| 61000 mi US $2300 |
cam follower issue. Fuel pump problem and timing belt issue. All issues that were TSB and recalls and repaired happened again now VW won't pay because they said they helped once. |
| 77000 mi | Cooling fan always stays on after turning off engine, even when engine hasn't warmed up |
| 96000 mi US $5000 |
Number 2 & 3 cylinders and piston heads failed. Turbo intake failed. Piston rings are bad. This car would be better off with an engine replacement. |
| 97000 mi US $8150 |
Replaced entire engine due to failure of piston heads from bad piston rings and improperly scoped engine. Replaced clutch and fly wheel due to excessive wear, making it unreliable for use. |
| 100000 mi US $4000 |
Oil pump failure resulting in multiple other damaged parts. |
| 139700 mi US $1100 |
Exhaust issue |
| 49000 mi | This trip was actually back in November, but I forgot about it. The check engine light came on, a sensor in the gas line failed. |
| 102000 mi US $500 |
Intake Motor fan needed to be replaced |
| 106000 mi US $300 |
Tear in diverter valve |
| 120000 mi US $800 |
Ignition switch malfunction which blocked the ability to insert key into ignition. I managed to wear down the plastic piece to the point where I could just shove the key into the ignition past the plastic block. |
| 138700 mi US $1200 |
Spark plugs causing misfires |
| 150000 mi US $200 |
PCV valve needed to be replaced |
| 159000 mi US $450 |
Pulley failing and needed to be replaced Thermostat failed stuck open |
| 14000 mi | One ignition coil went bad. Dealership fixed problem. Not a good start. |
| 15000 mi | Faulty ignition coil. |
| 18000 mi | N/A |
| 39000 mi US $482 |
Car was lurching and periodically stalling on acceleration from stop. IMRC Motor was replaced. Problem fixed. |
| 44200 mi US $369 |
Turbo pressure valve replaced. PCV Valve Replaced IMRC Replaced |
| 51000 mi US $267 |
Engine continues to burn at least a quart of oil per 500 miles. Triggered misfire and associated CEL. Rest light at home and replaced oil at dealer. Monitoring oil levels weekly. |
| 41000 mi | Engine was burning oil. |
2006 Volkswagen Jetta 4dr Sedan
turbocharged 100hp 1.9L I4 Diesel 6-speed automated manual FWD
| 95000 mi US $360 |
Accelerator pedal and subsequently the throttle body flapper motor failed. |
| 64880 mi C $170 |
#4 glow plug open, replaced glow plug |
| 46000 mi US $150 |
O2 sensor stuck full rich. Likely wideband O2 sensor failure. |
| 47000 mi | Oxygen sensor repair again. |
| 64000 mi | EGR cooler developed a massive leak, resulting in a boost leak at times and an exhaust leak at times. Replaced the EGR cooler, a difficult and expensive job. Not for the average DIY mechanic. |
| 103000 mi US $600 |
Noticed oil leak coming from vacuum pump -- part was replaced when the DSG fluid/filter was changed |
| 111000 mi | 110,880 miles sent in for timing belt replacement. Received call from mechanic that all but 2 camshaft lobes are wearing excessivly. Ordering new cam kit. |
| 117000 mi US $2500 |
Camshaft had only 1 good lobe. Replaced Camshaft with BEW cam kit instead of BRM (i have a BRM motor). Known issue with 2004-2006 1.9L diesel motor. Removed Intake and cleaned excessive carbon build up out of intake runners, removed EGR cooler and rerouted coolant lines. Replaced timing belt, water pump, replaced coolant with normal (non VW corrosive pink slime) coolant. |
| 140000 mi US $180 |
Exhaust flex pipe cracked causing exhaust leak and louder than normal exhaust. |
| 43000 mi | Hard starts only when engine warm. Replaced battery then EGR then fuel pump. Problem remained. After month in shop, they told us that the camshaft was worn and we needed to replace the head, for another $6,300. Refused repair. Will never buy VW again. |
| 75000 mi | turbo actuator started to leak, quoted $300 in parts and 1200 in labor, did not repair, minor influence on cars driveability & performance |
| 156240 mi C $452 |
also ignition wouldn't allow key to turn replaced a component that holds the key... |
| 105400 mi C $2000 |
Turbo is leaking as well, mught have to change it. |
| 161500 mi US $1900 |
Camshaft replacement |
| 187800 mi US $1000 |
Clutch |
| 132020 mi C $170 |
Car into limp mode . . . dealer diagnosed as boost sensor problem. Replaced sensor, probelm returned 2 weeks later. |
| 127100 mi C $150 |
Engine limp mode reoccuring - took to dealer, they diagnosed turbo actuator bad (not holding vacuum), they wanted $2,100 for replace of turbo. Took home to find alternative . . . since found out that these actuators do not hold vaccuum |
| 133300 mi C $1200 |
During TB change, valve cover was removed to inspect camshaft (known issue on these engines). Major camshaft wear, so changed camshaft, lifters, bearings etc. Limp mode issue still exists. During TB change, valve cover was removed to inspect camshaft (known issue on these engines). Major camshaft wear, so changed camshaft, lifters, bearings etc) . . . limp mode issue still exists. |
| 117000 mi US $425 |
Exhaust leak - EGR cooler. Replaced cooler. |
| 142000 mi US $800 |
Premature camshaft, camshaft bearing and valve follower wear. Replaced all parts Replaced blown fuse for engine cooling fan |
| 173000 mi US $210 |
Intake plastic ducting failed from heat (melted). |
| 199000 mi US $40 |
Glow plug burned out; replaced. |
| 208300 mi US $37 |
Glow plug burned out (different from July repair, replaced). |
| 88000 mi US $250 |
Belt vibrated wildly. Replaced tensioner, no help. Replaced alternator pulley...fixed it. |
| 60000 mi US $7001 |
fuel pump replaced |
| 88200 mi | Rough idle. Replaced the alternator pulley. Also replaced timing and accessory belts. Replaced both cooling fans. |
| 115000 mi | Car wouldn't start at home, worked at repair shop, drove home and car wouldn't start. |
| 119000 mi | Unrepaired electric short, likely to fix. |
| 121400 mi US $650 |
Intake system switch |
| 122500 mi US $650 |
Leakage in dual fuel and vacuum pump. |
| 100600 mi US $155 |
Heater-hoses were leaking. Replaced H-H assembly, coolant. |
| 94240 mi C $200 |
Replaced broken Serpentine Bracket, Tensioner and Belt. Entire assembly broke. Replaced broken Surpentine Bracket, Tensioner and Belt. Entire assembly broke. $200 repair at Harrington's Halifax. Great Service. |
| 170000 mi US $200 |
Feels like it's missing but not electrical since it's diesel. Sporadic but increases on long trips. Five shops haven't found anything wrong with it. I'm going to have to sell it. |
| 170000 mi US $200 |
Still no resolution, nobody can find out what's wrong with it. I have traded the car as I need something reliable for travel. |
| 170000 mi | See history. Unable to find the cause, so I traded it. Loved the car, just loved it. Sad to see it go, but need something reliable. |
| 83500 mi US $700 |
Cooling fan failed. Caused malfunction of fuel/air control resulting in rough running and "shuddering". |
| 98000 mi US $230 |
Replaced valve cover gasket, which was leaking oil. |
| 110000 mi US $329 |
leaking coolant flange was replaced |
| 96200 mi US $585 |
glow plugs and glow plug harness had to be replaced |
| 96000 mi US $987 |
EGR Cooler needed replacement. |
2006 Volkswagen Jetta 4dr Sedan
turbocharged 100hp 1.9L I4 Diesel 5-speed shiftable automatic FWD
| 54560 mi $672 |
Water pump failed, resulting in the purchase and installation of timing belt, water pump, thermostat, pulleys. |
| 70680 mi | Blown Turbo. Changed Timing belt |
| 106840 mi | Clutch change. |
| 20000 mi | Also under warranty the glow plugs were replaced. |
2006 Volkswagen Jetta 4dr Sedan
turbocharged 100hp 1.9L I4 Diesel 5-speed manual FWD
| 77000 mi US $200 |
Engine would not start. Fuel pump in tank found bad. |
| 128000 mi US $1 |
Heater hose started leaking while on trip. I had to pull the bottom cover pan and top of engine covers, along with battery and air cleaner in order to get to heater hose and replace it. |
| 109000 mi US $159 |
Diesel TDI... Intake manifold shutter valve failed. No problem other than CEL. Replaced valve. 20 minutes total including VAGCOM diag. |
| 143000 mi | Pin hole in coolant return line. Cut back about an inch of line and re-installed. End of issue. |
| 122000 mi US $300 |
EGR cooler exhaust leak |
| 123500 mi US $960 |
DMF clutch replaced |
| 128000 mi US $45 |
CEL came on. VAGCOM reported problem with no. 4 glow plug. It was replaced and code cleared. |
| 169700 mi US $660 |
Replaced the EGR valve for the engine |
| 192800 mi US $1500 |
The camshaft was worn out and needed to be replaced. We replaced the timing belt as well since it was due in another 6,000 miles to save cost on doing that maintenance. |
| 194000 mi US $1590 |
Turbo charger began failing and needed to be replaced. |
| 161000 mi | two cylinders misfiring, Per dealer head needs replaced quoted $6300.00. I have kept the maintenance completed to exact measures and found this to be strange. 3rd party VW technician able to tell me mileage on car by symptoms which tells me common prob. |
| 161000 mi US $3000 |
Head job performed by independent mechanic. I have never missed a maintenance and use VW oil but it appears too much pressure and cam not being hardened enough for is causing these to fail in 2005-2006 TDIs around 150-170k. Expensive! EGR valve assembly needed to be replaced. Learned this problem during test drive of head job problem reported in previously. $800 of the total. Head job was $2,200. |
| 91000 mi US $700 |
Noticed the car was making a hissing sound, as well as a noticeable drop in mileage. The mechanic said the EGR cooler needed to be replaced, and that it is a common failure on this car. |
| 100000 mi US $100 |
I had to get my camshaft replaced due to premature wear; it is a well-known problem with the TDI engine. Luckily, it was caught at 99,900 miles and was covered by the extended warranty; I only paid a $100 deductible for a $2000 repair. |
| 121000 mi US $500 |
The alternator tensioner and pulley broke, which broke the serpentine belt and caused the car to lose power. It was the first time the car has left me stranded in over 7 years. Not too bad. |
| 139500 mi US $300 |
Had to replace a glow plug harness and a cracked turbo hose. Really easy repairs, just normal wear-and-tear. |
| 105000 mi US $730 |
Replaced Main Engine Fan due to it developing a short and coming on and off continuously and draining the battery |
| 158200 mi US $314 |
Alternator pulley free wheel assembly collapsed and needed replacing |
| 165000 mi US $1200 |
EGR Cooler replaced Injector wiring harness oil leak |
| 85560 mi C $550 |
Small cooling fan didn't work. Got it replaced. |
| 102300 mi C $300 |
EGR Delete. The EGR was leaking exhaut air and it was cheaper to remove then to repair. |
| 265000 mi US $3600 |
The cams were worn and replaced. Also the car would die and go crazy with dash lights when it would rain or going thru car wash |
| 99240 mi | EGR system air leak |
| 114700 mi C $900 |
Main and secondary radiator fans, + coolant leak in or under the engine |
| 83000 mi US $120 |
Moderate to severe vibration when car warm. |
| 116600 mi US $333 |
Intermittent rough idle. Oil dipstick pops out |
| 119400 mi US $2500 |
Intermittent rough idle. Was informed by a prior shop that a replacement of the clutch should fix the intermittent rough idle. It did not. |
| 133000 mi US $2600 |
Sound whenever revving engine. Determined to be an exhaust leak. |
| 161000 mi US $350 |
EGR cooler failed. Replaced EGR cooler |
| 201200 mi US $1200 |
Exhaust cam and lifters replaced |
| 213900 mi US $1500 |
Turbo crapped out. Had to replace. |
| 115320 mi C $46 |
One glow plug needed to be repaced. 5 minute job. |
2006 Volkswagen Jetta 4dr Sedan
150-horsepower 2.5L I5 6-speed shiftable automatic FWD
| 83000 mi US $1000 |
Check engine light. Related to Cooling fan failing |
| 63000 mi | Accelerator pedal assembly had to be replaced. |
| 114080 mi C $160 |
Failure of Idler pulley on Alternator/water pump |
| 119040 mi C $300 |
Low conversion in Catalystic converter. Replace Catalytic converter and flex pipe |
| 122140 mi C $150 |
Changed all idler pulleys and tensioners as the plastic pulley's were grooved and wearing out causing belt premature wear. |
| 138000 mi US $200 |
Replaced PCV Valve and valve cover. |
| 114000 mi US $280 |
Ignition coil needed to be replaced. |
| 59000 mi US $160 |
Catalytic converter replaced. |
| 141000 mi US $125 |
Replaced fuel pump. 2015. Mileage 120K. Relatively easy. Fuel tank below the rear seat. |
| 143300 mi US $2000 |
Catalytic converter replaced. Had installed an "after market " brand first, but it was never right, VW has very high tolerances... kept throwing a code. P0 420. |
| 132000 mi US $240 |
3rd O2 sensor failed. I have not replaced it. MN doesn't do inspections and my gas mileage is now 12-15% better. |
| 147000 mi US $380 |
serpentine belt partially ruptured |
| 70000 mi US $850 |
Radiator cooling fan control module failed on primary fan. Had to replace both primary and secondary fans with control module. |
| 126000 mi US $2100 |
Started running poorly after filling up. Just did make it to the repair shop. Burnt plugs and clogged cat. |
| 138000 mi US $1200 |
Vacuum pump. |
| 129000 mi US $20 |
Replace #5 cylinder coil |
| 131200 mi US $150 |
Replaced #2 cylinder coil |
| 97340 mi C $900 |
car started to stall when coming to a stop. |
| 76200 mi US $75 |
Oil pan was leaking past gasket. Mechanic tightened up the bolts and that fixed it. |
| 75000 mi US $248 |
Car jerked while driving on highway and lost power. EPC warning light illuminated and I took it in immediately. Diagnosed as a faulty crankshaft speed impulse sensor. |
| 51000 mi | There was leak around the timing chain cover. Upon opening the cover and removing the timing chain, it was observed the leak was due to a broken oil seal behind it. This was replaced under powertrain warranty. |
| 41540 mi | Transmission intermittent harsh shift, valve body to be replaced. |
2006 Volkswagen Jetta 4dr Sedan
150-horsepower 2.5L I5 5-speed manual FWD
| 63240 mi | Checked for rubbing on fuel line. No problem evident. |
| 63240 mi C $525 |
Replace cooling fan/motor |
| 68820 mi C $800 |
Replace manifold gasket |
| 55000 mi | Check engine light. Reset and never came back |
| 106000 mi US $60 |
Alternator Clutch Pulley |
| 98580 mi C $400 |
Fuel pressure regulator in fuel rail replaced |
| 78000 mi US $996 |
Check engine light comes and after being repaired, it comes on a few months later. This has happened 3 times. |
| 89600 mi US $275 |
Check engine light is on and the Dealer says the computer needs replacing to start investigating what is causing the light to come on. |
| 93700 mi US $450 |
Key would not come out of the ignition. New parts installed, works fine now. |
| 136000 mi | Oil Leak. Valve cover gasket |
| 81000 mi US $1800 |
Failed heat pump including electric components related to it. Failed catalytic converter. |
| 114000 mi US $150 |
A sensor that connected my throttle to the engine needed to be replaced. I don't recall exactly what it was but basically, I wasn't able to accelerate past a certain speed for each gear. |
| 122000 mi | Routine oil change. Shop noted small oil leak that has been present for past 5 years. |
| 138000 mi C $1000 |
Timing chain jumped . Chain, gears,sensot |
| 58900 mi C $850 |
One rad fan was seized and the other working intermittently. Both were replaced. |
2006 Volkswagen Jetta 4dr Sedan
115-horsepower 2.0L I4 5-speed manual FWD
| 107260 mi R 1100 |
Welsh plug on the water pump started leaking thus replacing the water pump and cambelt |
| 137352 mi R 4000 |
Car spluttering under load and high rpm. Replaced fuel filter and fuel pump original OEM. So far the car is running better than before but I am still monitoring it. |
2006 Volkswagen Jetta 4-door
turbocharged 4-cylinder diesel automated manual 2WD
| 32000 mi | Oil leak before intercooler |
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