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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.
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2006 Volkswagen Jetta other repair cost distribution

$2500+ (0%)

$1000 - $2499 (0%)

$500 - $999 (2%)

$100 - $499 (16%)

< $100 (82%)

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Chart based on 51 repair trips. The repair cost chart excludes repairs made under warranty, do-it-yourself repairs, and repair trips that include maintenance.

2006 Volkswagen Jetta 4dr Wagon

turbocharged 100hp 1.9L I4 Diesel 5-speed shiftable automatic FWD

29140 mi Wheel lugs overtorqued, one stripped, by shop. They also forgot to rotate, and wheels seized on hubs through corrosion. Shop rectified for free. 

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2006 Volkswagen Jetta 4dr Sedan

turbocharged 200hp 2.0L I4 6-speed manual FWD

25652 mi Trunk unable to open. Trunk latch defective. Replaced trunk latch. 
78000 mi Issue with car sensing open trunk when trunk was closed. Difficulty closing trunk, especially in cold weather. Fixed small spring in trunk latch assembly based on instructions found on VW forum. Repair successful. 
42000 mi trunk latch went bad? 
45260 mi

C $90
Rearview mirror delaminated on passenger side door. 
13000 mi The car wouldn't take fuel on three occasions. The trouble hasn't occured since 
58280 mi

C $100
Trunk latch failed and would not stay closed in cold weather. (Known issue with early production models like mine) 
20000 mi Lock sensor in driver's door went bad; needed to be replaced. Had dealership repair passenger front door which required two pulls to open from outside -- problem existed since new; very difficult for technician to troubleshoot. Parts took 3 days. 
24000 mi Second dealership more effectively repaired washer fluid hose and heated washer jet wires. 
43000 mi Trunk struts replaced. 

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2006 Volkswagen Jetta 4dr Sedan

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

500 mi Replaced Trunk Latch 
86000 mi

US $200
trunk lid could not close 
300 mi Warranty replacement of defective trunk latch. 
52000 mi

US $40
Trunk would not reliably latch. Needed adjustment. 
53000 mi

US $200
Trunk latch replaced. 
40000 mi Broken rib in resonator caused grinding sound at 20-30mph. Shop replaced resonator but grinding sound persisted this time at different speeds. Took back into shop and they identified issue as broken part in catalytic converter. 

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2006 Volkswagen Jetta 4dr Sedan

turbocharged 100hp 1.9L I4 Diesel 6-speed automated manual FWD

29000 mi Trunk latch 
800 mi replaced improperly routed wire harness, causing loss of power seat and memory. Harness jammed in seat track. 
64000 mi consistent interval based humming from drivetrain. Dealership admitted hearing but since no codes thrown from computer no investigation or repairs.Wanted me to pay for a comprehensive review of all systems at 95/hr. Declined 
26000 mi air bag light on. shop ordered parts and installed. problem still occurring. ordering another part. air bag warning light still on. more parts ordered and installed. problem cleared and resolved at this point. 
40000 mi Windshield wiper wash supply line broken. 
134540 mi Drivers mirror swivel post rotted through due to corrosion. Not fixed so far yet as not sure what route to take (epoxy and lose swivel, or purchase, replace, paint new one). 
66000 mi

US $3
windshield washer hose broke close at the hood hinge, common problem, quoted at dealer $180 for P&L, repaired myself with $3 piece of hose from Discount Auto 
10540 mi 1. Replaced rear seat vent deflector (broke). 2. Replaced missing bolt which holds on right rear door skin. 
178000 mi

US $35
Trunk lid support strut broke off. 
62000 mi

US $60
A hose for the windshield washers cracked. I was too busy to self repair so I had my corner auto shop splice the hose. Quick, cheap repair. No big deal. 
9800 mi

US $1
Windshield Washer tube (black corrugated plastic) broke at hood hinge. Tech repaired w/3" of clear rubber tubing. OEM part from VWOA was same bad plastic. Dealer offered to replace whole hose line w/clear tubing - $0 cost, but 2-3 hours. No thanks. Windshield Washer tube (black corrugated plastic) broke at hood hinge. Tech repaired w/ 3" of clear rubber tubing. OEM part from VWOA was same bad plastic. Dealer offered to replace whole hose line w/clear tubing - $0 cost, but 2-3 hours. No thanks. 
10500 mi High beams re-adjusted to put light on road, not trees. Help from a friend and directions from TDIclub.com on-line forum. 
105700 mi

US $592
Drivers door latch was replaced. 

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2006 Volkswagen Jetta 4dr Sedan

turbocharged 100hp 1.9L I4 Diesel 5-speed manual FWD

188000 mi

US $100
Front drivers side window would not roll up. 
98000 mi The hose connecting the windshield washer fluid to the reservoir broke. I fixed it by splicing the break. 
66000 mi

US $140
My car was making a loud noise on passenger side of engine after I would start it. Everytime noise occurred, the inside lights of car would flicker to the same exact pattern. The mechanics said they could not hear anything and therefore could not fix it. 
122760 mi

C $30
Subframe bolts loose. Knocking sound from the front end at slow speeds while reversing over small bumps. Known common issue with this model. Replaced and added subframe spacers from dealer. 
20000 mi The windshield washer hose broke, causing the washers to stop spraying. It's a common problem according to tdiclub.com; there is a TSB, in fact. It appears to be a design flaw. It took about 45 minutes to fix. First problem with vehicle; otherwise lov 
71000 mi

US $150
The windshield washer hose broke, causing the washers to stop spraying. It seems to be a poor design with the hose flexing to the point of breaking when the hood is opened and shut many times. It took about 30 minutes to fix. The windshield washer hose broke, causing the washers to stop spraying. It seems to be a poor design with the hose flexing to the point of breaking when the hood is opened and shut many times. It took about 30 minutes to fix. 
102300 mi

US $40
Rear deck cylinder lift broke on left side, had to order a new one and replace. 

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2006 Volkswagen Jetta 4dr Sedan

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

25420 mi Windshield washer hose leaking. Repaired washer hose, still leaking. Trunk struts leaking and not opening trunk, struts replaced. 
26040 mi first repair leaked, windshield washer hose changed the second visit 
34100 mi trunk springs replaced 
41000 mi Bad trunk latch 
59000 mi

US $160
Broken hood-release assembly. 
24000 mi Hose that connects windshield washer fluid tank to nozzles developed a crack which squired out into the engine and prevented fluid from reaching the nozzles. 
53000 mi

US $42
Windshield washer hose broke again. Was given option for a complete replacement for $250. Had it patched instead, hopefully it will last. 
77000 mi

US $25
One of the trunk struts failed at the attachment point causing the open trunk to drop and injure my hand. No hospital visit required fortunately. Ordered new strut online and installed it myself. 

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2006 Volkswagen Jetta 4dr Sedan

150-horsepower 2.5L I5 5-speed manual FWD

61380 mi Problem was diagnosed, and MIL reset. Advised to wait and see if it happens again. Fault Code related to Coolant Fans Control Module. Cost $130 
67360 mi

C $25
Plastic tubing line on windshield washer broken. Dealership patched it together instead of proper repair by replacing required parts. 
52000 mi When turning into a parking spot nice and slow i could hear a humming sound. dealer stated they could barely hear it. So wait till it gets louder. Dealer stated all is ok. 
9100 mi Repair broken wiper fluid line. 
39000 mi Transmission casing and flywheel casing cracked. Dealership states "normal casting marks" - going through Volkswagen of America for assistance. 
41000 mi Rear armrest trunk passthrough latch will not latch. Parts ordered awaiting replacement. 

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