2013 Volkswagen Jetta SportWagen Volkswagen Jetta SportWagen 2013

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2013 Volkswagen Jetta SportWagen repairs by problem area

Engine (31%)

Transmission and Drivetrain (3%)

Brakes and Traction Control (2%)

Suspension and Steering (13%)

Electrical and Air Conditioning (15%)

Paint, Rust, Leaks, Rattles, and Trim (19%)

Other (16%)

Chart based on 62 repairs.
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2013 Volkswagen Jetta SportWagen other repair cost distribution

$2500+ (0%)

$1000 - $2499 (0%)

$500 - $999 (0%)

$100 - $499 (40%)

< $100 (60%)

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Chart based on 10 repair trips. The repair cost chart excludes repairs made under warranty, do-it-yourself repairs, and repair trips that include maintenance.

2013 Volkswagen Jetta SportWagen 4dr Wagon

turbocharged 140hp 2.0L I4 Diesel 6-speed manual FWD

67580 mi

C $250
Door Hinge was loose and rattling, Door was hitting frame when closing 
27700 mi The rear center seatbelt would not retract. Apparently VW would not replace it under warranty, though the dealership was able to get it working again. 

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2013 Volkswagen Jetta SportWagen 4dr Wagon

turbocharged 140hp 2.0L I4 Diesel 6-speed automated manual FWD

81530 mi

C $328
Rear gate struts were replaced. Complete failure, as they would not hold the rear gate up at all. 
2300 mi Windshield broke with no explanation 
6000 mi Inside car rattle near driver's head. Seems to come from sun roof area. two trips to dealer. Liner replaced and sun roof lube added. After 2 visits not fixed and rattle may be loose. Audi A3 and other VW sportwagen owners report same 
66000 mi

US $300
Windshield washer fluid container leaked due to a split in the plastic seam line. Most likely a MFG defect as no access to the tank is possible by user. Had to wait a week for the part and install took a few hours. Tank would hold about 1/3. 

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2013 Volkswagen Jetta SportWagen 4dr Wagon

170-horsepower 2.5L I5 6-speed shiftable automatic FWD

40800 mi

US $260
Rear hatch lock mechanism failed and replaced. 
92500 mi Driver seatbelt locked up 
87900 mi Fuel door wouldnt open 

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2013 Volkswagen Jetta SportWagen 4dr Wagon

170-horsepower 2.5L I5 5-speed manual FWD

53000 mi

US $80
One rear hatch strut failed, I replaced both with OEM parts 

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2013 Volkswagen Jetta SportWagen Other Problems

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