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Chart based on 13 repair trips. The repair cost chart excludes repairs made under warranty, do-it-yourself repairs, and repair trips that include maintenance.
2013 Volkswagen Golf / Rabbit / GTI 4dr Hatch
turbocharged 256hp 2.0L I4 6-speed manual AWD
28000 mi
US $200
sunroof drains clogged causing water to leak into interior. The clog was too far down the drain line for me to fix. Mechanic was able to remedy
Passenger seat creaks. Dealer inspected and found no obvious fault, but suggested lubing internal seat components requiring disassembly, not covered by warranty. Declined and will do it myself on a weekend.
6800 mi
Sunroof shade rattled when open (pushed to rear) foam added to cease noise (warrantied).
Plastic chrome finish peeling off of gear selector knob lever creating an uncomfortably rough edge.
72000 mi
US $250
Upholstery on sunroof cover came off. Was replaced with plaid fabric matching the seats. Also replaced fabric upholstery in doors with plaid fabric.
20700 mi
Door rain drainage tube not connected causing water to come into front and back floors. Did not realize until many months of water seepage, needed new carpeting.
29140 mi
Trim was not seated properly from previous repair
33000 mi
Headliner began to sag and fall down. Dealer replaced under warranty.
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