2008 Volkswagen Jetta Volkswagen Jetta 2008

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2008 Volkswagen Jetta repairs by problem area

Engine (37%)

Transmission and Drivetrain (5%)

Brakes and Traction Control (3%)

Suspension and Steering (9%)

Electrical and Air Conditioning (30%)

Paint, Rust, Leaks, Rattles, and Trim (13%)

Other (4%)

Chart based on 128 repairs.
See TSBs and recalls for the 2008 Volkswagen Jetta.

2008 Volkswagen Jetta other repair cost distribution

$2500+ (0%)

$1000 - $2499 (0%)

$500 - $999 (0%)

$100 - $499 (20%)

< $100 (80%)

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Chart based on 5 repair trips. The repair cost chart excludes repairs made under warranty, do-it-yourself repairs, and repair trips that include maintenance.

2008 Volkswagen Jetta 4dr Sedan

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

29140 mi Replaced door handle mechanism. Rear passenger door could not be opened from inside. 
150 mi Car returned again to the dealer due to having to replace a missing battery cover Drivers side door would not open, and had to be adjusted Car was out of alignment from factory and had to be aligned 

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2008 Volkswagen Jetta 4dr Sedan

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

130100 mi Windows Retaining Pin went 
40300 mi

US $220
Rear Windshield exploded and fell into rear passenger area on highway for no apparent reason 

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2008 Volkswagen Jetta 4dr Sedan

170-horsepower 2.5L I5 5-speed manual FWD

55000 mi I had a spring break in my lumbar support. they fixed it and it is great now. 

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2008 Volkswagen Jetta Other Problems

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