2013 Volkswagen Jetta Volkswagen Jetta 2013

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2013 Volkswagen Jetta repairs by problem area

Engine (31%)

Transmission and Drivetrain (6%)

Brakes and Traction Control (7%)

Suspension and Steering (6%)

Electrical and Air Conditioning (23%)

Paint, Rust, Leaks, Rattles, and Trim (18%)

Other (9%)

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2013 Volkswagen Jetta suspension repair cost distribution

$2500+ (0%)

$1000 - $2499 (0%)

$500 - $999 (14%)

$100 - $499 (0%)

< $100 (86%)

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Chart based on 7 repair trips. The repair cost chart excludes repairs made under warranty, do-it-yourself repairs, and repair trips that include maintenance.

2013 Volkswagen Jetta 4dr Sedan

turbocharged 200hp 2.0L I4 6-speed automated manual FWD

2439 mi Car made loud noises from the front wheel wheels when turning. Dealer found issue with CV boots. VW quality technical manager removed CV boots and sent them to Puebla factory engineers to diagnose issue. Replaced CV boots on my car. 
10000 mi For the second time I tell them something is wrong with my suspension. Well they left the shipping blocks in the Springs! Now I have loud click noise when turning in reverse sporadically. Very irritated. 
20300 mi Tightened a subframe bolt and clunk has not reappeared. 

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2013 Volkswagen Jetta 4dr Sedan

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

133300 mi

C $680
Spring slipped off strut. Replaced both front struts/springs/shocks. Connecting link was seized to strut so I had to grind it off. Replaced both front end connecting links as a result. 

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2013 Volkswagen Jetta 4dr Sedan

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

58000 mi

US $50
Replaced parts in rear suspension due to a TSB. 
9000 mi Bad wheel baring. Replaced under warranty. 

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2013 Volkswagen Jetta 4dr Sedan

115-horsepower 2.0L I4 5-speed manual FWD

32240 mi Two tie-rod ends were changed. First suspension recall was also done. 

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2013 Volkswagen Jetta Suspension Problems

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