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Volkswagen Beetle repairs by problem area

Engine (36%)

Transmission and Drivetrain (6%)

Brakes and Traction Control (6%)

Suspension and Steering (10%)

Electrical and Air Conditioning (28%)

Paint, Rust, Leaks, Rattles, and Trim (6%)

Other (9%)

Chart based on 252 repairs.
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Volkswagen Beetle repair cost distribution

$2500+ (2%)

$1000 - $2499 (7%)

$500 - $999 (12%)

$100 - $499 (33%)

< $100 (46%)

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Chart based on 217 repair trips. The repair cost chart excludes repairs made under warranty, do-it-yourself repairs, and repair trips that include maintenance.

2019 Volkswagen Beetle 2dr Hatch

turbocharged 174hp 2.0L I4 6-speed shiftable automatic FWD

Volkswagen Beetle in Florida, United States
Oct 2020 - Jun 2022
Feb 2022

18000 mi
Car was losing power for brief moments. Some kind of brake sensor caused the problem. I didn't believe them even after they explained how and why it did this. But they replaced the sensor and the problem stopped. Covered by warranty, but I had to pay for 2 days of rental car while the part shipped. 

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2017 Volkswagen Beetle 2dr Hatch

turbocharged 170hp 1.8L I4 6-speed shiftable automatic FWD

Volkswagen Beetle in Alberta, Canada
Jun 2017 - Jun 2018
May 2018

9920 mi
Squealing coming from the engine. Sounds like a fan belt, becomes louder when the car gets hotter 

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2016 Volkswagen Beetle 2dr Hatch

turbocharged 170hp 1.8L I4 6-speed shiftable automatic FWD

Volkswagen Beetle in Luxembourg
Jan 2020 - Mar 2022
Oct 2020

45880 mi

€50
Multiple CEL on dash (engine, traction control, abs, etc.). Scan indicated issue with wheel sensor (although non-specific). Replaced ABS Wheel Speed Sensor and issue was corrected. 

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2015 Volkswagen Beetle 2dr Hatch

turbocharged 170hp 1.8L I4 5-speed manual FWD

Volkswagen Beetle in Minnesota, United States
- May 2016
May 2016

11000 mi
Service writer tightened bolt holding driver's door hinge that had worked loose causing clunking noise when opening or closing the door. It worked loose again within 500 miles so I removed, added blue thread lock and retightened. 

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2015 Volkswagen Beetle 2dr Convertible

turbocharged 170hp 1.8L I4 6-speed shiftable automatic FWD

Volkswagen Beetle in Arizona, United States
Jun 2017 - Mar 2022
Jun 2017

37250 mi

US $59
Horn was extremely quiet during operation. Replaced part with equal OEM horn. 

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2014 Volkswagen Beetle 2dr Hatch

turbocharged 170hp 1.8L I4 6-speed shiftable automatic FWD

Volkswagen Beetle in Massachusetts, United States
Aug 2021 - Sep 2022
Sep 2021

41000 mi

US $190
battery dead, car would not start, jumping did not work. called roadside assistance and they replaced battery. 
Dec 2021

44336 mi

US $742
passenger side window making grinding noise. window regulator had to be replaced 
Aug 2022

49044 mi

US $987
replaced PCV valve - also has scheduled service, oil and filter 

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2014 Volkswagen Beetle 2dr Hatch

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

Volkswagen Beetle in Georgia, United States
Jun 2017 - Jun 2022
Nov 2017

22000 mi
Recall- diesel exhaust tampering scandal. 

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2014 Volkswagen Beetle 2dr Convertible

turbocharged 210hp 2.0L I4 6-speed manual FWD

Volkswagen Beetle in New Jersey, United States
Oct 2018 - Oct 2021
Mar 2018

13000 mi
Push button start transponder/transmitter no longer recognizes key fob. As a result, car beeps horn/flashes lights in theft mode and will not start. 
Oct 2019

18000 mi

US $2100
Prophylactically replaced timing chain tensioner and guides due to a faulty tensioner in certain 2.0 litre turbo 200+ hp VW engines. VW extended the warranty for this, but only for the resultant catastrophic engine failure. But, who wants to be stranded on a road trip with an unrepairable engine? 

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2014 Volkswagen Beetle 2dr Convertible

turbocharged 170hp 1.8L I4 6-speed shiftable automatic FWD

Volkswagen Beetle in New York, United States
Jan 2019 - Jun 2022
Oct 2019

7999 mi

US $100
Abs light on dashboard. Abs sensor and bearing replaced. 

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2013 Volkswagen Beetle 2dr Hatch

twincharged 160hp 1.4L I4 7-speed automated manual FWD

Volkswagen Beetle in Victoria, Australia
Oct 2013 - Jul 2015
Jun 2014

5580 mi
Driver's seat is showing signs of premature wear with seat back material fraying 

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2013 Volkswagen Beetle 2dr Hatch

turbocharged 200hp 2.0L I4 6-speed manual FWD

Volkswagen Beetle in Ontario, Canada
Dec 2013 - Jun 2014
Oct 2013 trunk would not close properly on a consistant basis....adjustment made 

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2013 Volkswagen Beetle 2dr Hatch

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

Volkswagen Beetle in Ohio, United States
Oct 2013 - Aug 2018
Nov 2016

34700 mi

US $100
The buttons of the steering wheel stopped working properly on the right side. 
Mar 2018

51000 mi
The passenger window got stuck down and would not go up completely. 

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2013 Volkswagen Beetle 2dr Hatch

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

Volkswagen Beetle in Ontario, Canada
May 2015 - May 2017
Aug 2015

42490 mi
replace sunroof deflector under warrantee 
May 2016

62591 mi

C $1048
brake reconditioning of calipers and parking brake 
Mar 2017

79980 mi

C $1065
replace right front sway bar replaced exhaust flap due to faulty engineering design. VW reimbursed a portion of the part cost 

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2013 Volkswagen Beetle 2dr Hatch

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

Volkswagen Beetle in Texas, United States
Oct 2013 - Feb 2016
Sep 2015

34000 mi
AC on/off button would not engage on occasion. The whole panel was replaced under warranty. 

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2013 Volkswagen Beetle 2dr Hatch

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

Volkswagen Beetle in Florida, United States
Apr 2015 - Mar 2018
Jan 2016

26000 mi

US $400
Door lock actuator quit working 
Volkswagen Beetle in New York, United States
Oct 2014 - Oct 2014
Oct 2014

13000 mi
moonroof sunshade stuck in open position - would not close. windshield wiper light wouldn't turn off even when full. was told that the filter / tub was clogged. service dept replaced filter, tub and sensor. 
Volkswagen Beetle in Colorado, United States
Sep 2014 - Jun 2018
Sep 2017

52000 mi

US $700
Starter failed. Vehicle turned on but wouldn’t turn over. Towed to dealer on Saturday wasn’t repaired until Monday. 

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2013 Volkswagen Beetle 2dr Convertible

turbocharged 210hp 2.0L I4 6-speed automated manual FWD

Volkswagen Beetle in New York, United States
Mar 2014 - Jun 2022
Oct 2015

11700 mi
passenger front window would not close only when convertible top closing. As per dealer, window mechanism loose , dealer lubricated and tighten window rail. motor apparently OK. 
Nov 2015

20257 mi
a/c not cold , dealer said a/c system tested OK , nothing fixed 
Mar 2016

26788 mi
passenger window still sluggish on travel. previous repair not satisfactory. dealer repaired window track again. a/c not cold , 2nd visit to dealer , system checked out ok , nothing repaired 
Sep 2018

47000 mi

US $30
car has had cool a/c since new , now a/c warm. pressure was ( 0) zero recharged with R134a , a/c is cold now 42 degrees , will assess later to verify how big the leak is.. 
Apr 2022

59000 mi

US $5
Small a/c leak 

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2013 Volkswagen Beetle 2dr Convertible

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

Volkswagen Beetle in Indiana, United States
Oct 2014 - Jun 2018
Jul 2016

35300 mi
Passenger window squeals sometimes when operated. Technician could not find a problem. Attempted some kind of internal lubrication. 

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2013 Volkswagen Beetle 2dr Convertible

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

Volkswagen Beetle in Texas, United States
Jan 2019 - Jul 2023
Jan 2020

67000 mi

US $157
CEL Code 2002. Dealer had to cycle the particulate filter to burn off excess deposits 
Volkswagen Beetle in Massachusetts, United States
Oct 2013 - Dec 2017
Dec 2013

19000 mi
The wires for the traction control were frayed and needed to be replaced 
Jun 2014

21000 mi
the convert top and windows are not working right. Windows bounce up and down when closing windows. 
Volkswagen Beetle in Indiana, United States
Nov 2016 - Jun 2017
Nov 2016

26000 mi
flywheel seized 

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2013 Volkswagen Beetle 2dr Convertible

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

Volkswagen Beetle in Florida, United States
May 2017 - Jun 2017
Apr 2017

15000 mi

US $120
battery died while wife was shopping. Towed to dealer on a Friday afternoon. Diagnosed and replaced battery on Tuesday of the next week. 

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2013 Volkswagen Beetle 2dr Convertible

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

Volkswagen Beetle in Ohio, United States
Mar 2014 - Oct 2017
Apr 2017

14000 mi

US $50
Starter replace 
Volkswagen Beetle in Ohio, United States
Oct 2013 - May 2016
Feb 2014

1900 mi
Drivers side window came off the track. 
Mar 2014

3000 mi
Seat belt was twisted when made. Ordered replacement and repaired. 
Jun 2014

4000 mi
Scuffs under the clearcoat that were noted upon delivery. Repaired under warranty. 

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2012 Volkswagen Beetle 2dr Hatch

turbocharged 200hp 2.0L I4 6-speed manual FWD

Volkswagen Beetle in Massachusetts, United States
Jun 2017 - Jun 2018
Sep 2017

58000 mi

US $90
Full beams not coming on 
Volkswagen Beetle in Missouri, United States
May 2019 - Jun 2019
Jun 2019

41000 mi

US $65
The vehicle won't start at 7am after my night shift, had somebody jumped start it, started, went straight to Autozone and bought a new Battery, works fine now, 

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2012 Volkswagen Beetle 2dr Hatch

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

Volkswagen Beetle in Brazil
Jun 2015 - Jun 2022
May 2015

14260 mi
Window regulator was loose, one bolt had come out. Fastened by dealer under warrantee. 
Dec 2017

39680 mi

$50
Passenger side door lock didn´t want to lock anymore. A new lockmotor solved the problem. 
Oct 2020

49600 mi

$50
Check engine light came on. Scanner showed problem with the evaporative system coal canister. Change canister, problem solved. 
Jun 2021

46500 mi

$300
Engine misfiring with a misfire code for cylinder #1. Changed all ignition coils and plugs, all ok after that. 
Mar 2022

52700 mi

$200
Coolant system overflow bottle low level light came on. Filled bottle, next day light on again. Found slight leak coming from water pump area. (known problem area) . Changed waterpump, found the impeller bearing shot and the cause for the leak. The plastic waterpump housing is also prone to cracking, which was not in my case. Installed an aluminum waterpump. Repair took long time, because engine inlet must be removed to get good access. The dealer seems to do the repair from below without removing the inlet, but without a bridge this is not doable at home. 
Jun 2022

52700 mi

$100
ABS/ESC and steering control lights lit. Using my Vcds cable for scanning, found left aft ABS sensor circuit fault. Checked wiring, all ok. Installed a new (Bosch) ABS sensor, problem solved. 

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2012 Volkswagen Beetle 2dr Hatch

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

Volkswagen Beetle in Missouri, United States
Nov 2015 - Dec 2020
May 2015

30000 mi

US $200
Replaced emissions secondary air injection pump located at rear of the car. 
Mar 2018

43000 mi

US $150
PCV valve developed leak, causing rough running and a fouled MAP sensor. Replaced valve cover with integrated PCV valve, cleaned MAP senor. 

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2010 Volkswagen New Beetle 2dr Hatch

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

Volkswagen New Beetle in Florida, United States
- Sep 2010
Sep 2010

29 mi
Air bag light was on when purchased, service dept was closes and battery was dead when they tried to start in showroom. Told computer had to reset light but the diagnostics showed fault in system igniter, one of the connectors pins bad 

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2010 Volkswagen New Beetle 2dr Convertible

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

Volkswagen New Beetle in Wisconsin, United States
Jun 2011 - Jan 2022
Jul 2011

9200 mi
replaced right rear backup light assembly due to water leak. 

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2008 Volkswagen New Beetle 2dr Hatch

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

Volkswagen New Beetle in British Columbia, Canada
Jun 2014 - Jun 2018
Feb 2014

6355 mi
replaced passenger airbag detection sensor 
May 2017

19840 mi

C $300
Headlights replaced 

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2008 Volkswagen New Beetle 2dr Convertible

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

Volkswagen New Beetle in Maryland, United States
- Oct 2011
Jan 2009

8000 mi
Drivers power window was not dropping when door opened every time. Returned to dealer, who fixed it with a new switch. 
Volkswagen New Beetle in British Columbia, Canada
- Nov 2009
Nov 2009

18600 mi
Replaced right lock switch which the plastic had split. 

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2007 Volkswagen New Beetle 2dr Hatch

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

Volkswagen New Beetle in California, United States
Jun 2007 - Jun 2018
Jan 2007

1100 mi
Replace Coolant level sensor and coolant bottle. Coolant system warning light had come on with no cause. 
Nov 2011

69200 mi

US $500
Transmission adjust and fluid 
Mar 2015

110350 mi

US $1209
Required struts and suspension repair 

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2007 Volkswagen New Beetle 2dr Hatch

150-horsepower 2.5L I5 5-speed manual FWD

Volkswagen New Beetle in Ontario, Canada
- Oct 2012
Oct 2012

56110 mi
Check engine light was on. PCV hose was disconnected. Dealer reconnected hose. Passenger side door lock failed to engage using the key fob or door-mounted switch. Dealer replaced latch. 

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2007 Volkswagen New Beetle 2dr Convertible

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

Volkswagen New Beetle in Washington, United States
- Jun 2007
Jun 2007

600 mi
both rear window rattles/repaired driver window automatic window close intermittent/repaired heater smell/coolant leak fixed trunk lid replaced and adjusted to close right/third time to get paint color right sound system won't come on after car resta 
Volkswagen New Beetle in Pennsylvania, United States
Jun 2017 - Jul 2017
Feb 2017

100000 mi

US $3400
Replace heater core, which requires taking apart the dash and replacing evaporator. Shift knob and shifter broke 

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2007 Volkswagen New Beetle 2dr Convertible

150-horsepower 2.5L I5 5-speed manual FWD

Volkswagen New Beetle in Georgia, United States
- Oct 2015
Oct 2015

30000 mi

US $250
Replaced (for the 2nd time) two water temp sensors. 

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2006 Volkswagen New Beetle 2dr Hatch

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

Volkswagen New Beetle in Missouri, United States
Jun 2017 - Jun 2022
Feb 2018

61000 mi

US $572
Temp display and monitor defective, will need future repair. This trip, repaired the vacuum pump, leaking oil. 
Feb 2020

84000 mi

US $90
Drivers door pull handle broke. This is a common problem with this model. Dealer Cost estimate $400. I ordered a repair part from Rock Auto while at the dealers, cost $90. 
Mar 2022

89000 mi

US $1000
Replaced a leaking vacuum pump. Dealer took the pump apart (against VW advice) and replaced the part. Also routing service, Oil, Oil filter, tire rotation. 

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2005 Volkswagen New Beetle 2dr Convertible

turbocharged 150hp 1.8L I4 5-speed manual FWD

Volkswagen New Beetle in Ohio, United States
- Nov 2006
Jul 2006

23000 mi
Turbo making a fluttering noise, wastegate actuator replaced 
Nov 2006

27000 mi
Wire for passenger windshield wiper came loose, wiper was not operational. Warranty repair. 

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2005 Volkswagen New Beetle 2dr Convertible

115-horsepower 2.0L I4 5-speed manual FWD

Volkswagen New Beetle in Arkansas, United States
- Jul 2010
Dec 2009

38000 mi

US $150
bolt holding passenger seat back on backed out. this prevented seat and seat back from moving forward to allow back seat entry and from being moved back into locked position. Bolt was replaced and it operates fine now. 
Mar 2010

43100 mi

US $450
channel/track? for R rear window broke. window motor worked but mechanically wouldn't go up or down L rear window stopped working (same type problem) May 2010 - repair cost $450 again.  
Jul 2010

46500 mi

US $250
Key fob remote stopped working, dealer said needed to be reprogrammed, bought additional valet key, 2 seperate trips to dealer/ 2 attempts at reprogramming, 3rd trip-finally determined faulty remote, was replaced with new fob remote.  

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2004 Volkswagen New Beetle 2dr Hatch

115-horsepower 2.0L I4 4-speed automatic FWD

Volkswagen New Beetle in Washington, United States
- Mar 2018
Mar 2018

146000 mi

US $60
Engine Cylinder 4 misfire. The codes usually pop up on wet or rainy days. Replaced the coil pack and ignition wirings to the spark plugs. Spark plugs are changed 3 years ago and still in good condition. 

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2004 Volkswagen New Beetle 2dr Convertible

turbocharged 150hp 1.8L I4 6-speed shiftable automatic FWD

Volkswagen New Beetle in Michigan, United States
Jun 2017 - Jul 2018
Apr 2018

132000 mi

US $600
Replaced muffler and resonator due to exhaust pipe failure 

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2004 Volkswagen New Beetle 2dr Convertible

115-horsepower 2.0L I4 6-speed shiftable automatic FWD

Volkswagen New Beetle in Louisiana, United States
- May 2013
Dec 2012

125000 mi

US $5
Several minor repairs: Rear marker bulb replaced; headlamp bulb replaced; broken washer hose spliced (v. brittle - will prob break again); some interior trim reattached. 
May 2013

128000 mi

US $1875
AC compressor trashed itself and filled system with metal fragments so most components had to be replaced, system flushed and refilled. Also driver's side fan was replaced because it had stopped working. 
Volkswagen New Beetle in Florida, United States
- Oct 2011
Aug 2011

70000 mi
Convertible top repair 
Oct 2011

70000 mi
PRNDL switch repair Replace valve body 

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2003 Volkswagen New Beetle 2dr Hatch

turbocharged 150hp 1.8L I4 5-speed manual FWD

Volkswagen New Beetle in Ohio, United States
Feb 2015 - Dec 2016
Jan 2016

US $500
Plug wires,  EFI cleaning 
Apr 2016

147000 mi

US $175
Replace battery 

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2003 Volkswagen New Beetle 2dr Hatch

115-horsepower 2.0L I4 5-speed manual FWD

Volkswagen New Beetle in Pennsylvania, United States
Feb 2015 - Dec 2018
Jul 2015

180800 mi

US $700
Alternator replaced Front springs replaced 
Dec 2015

190000 mi

US $100
Replaced one emergency brake cable that had frozen 
Jun 2016

200000 mi

US $220
Replaced one rear wheel bearing and exhaust clips 
May 2017

213159 mi

US $400
Driver's door would not stay closed door latch replaced 

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2003 Volkswagen New Beetle 2dr Hatch

115-horsepower 2.0L I4 4-speed automatic FWD

Volkswagen New Beetle in New Jersey, United States
Feb 2015 - Jun 2022
Jul 2017

68110 mi

US $450
Fuse block and wire to the alternator. 
Jan 2022

75000 mi

US $1000
Replaces front/rear pads/rotors. 

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2003 Volkswagen New Beetle 2dr Convertible

115-horsepower 2.0L I4 6-speed shiftable automatic FWD

Volkswagen New Beetle in Nebraska, United States
Apr 2015 - Jun 2015
Jun 2015

99000 mi

US $1300
CV axles had been replaced with aftermarket units. The retaining clip failed on one axle, causing it to slip out, and damage the splines in the transaxle. Stick with OEM parts. 

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2003 Volkswagen New Beetle 2dr Convertible

115-horsepower 2.0L I4 5-speed manual FWD

Volkswagen New Beetle in Ontario, Canada
Feb 2015 - Jul 2018
May 2015

129660 mi

C $950
Convertible top, replace broken cables 

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2002 Volkswagen New Beetle 2dr Hatch

turbocharged 90hp 1.9L I4 Diesel 5-speed manual FWD

Volkswagen New Beetle in Colorado, United States
- Nov 2011
Feb 2008

101000 mi

US $150
intake cleaning 
Mar 2008

101300 mi

US $600
timing belt and water pump replacement 
Jan 2011

165000 mi

US $400
replaced failed EGR valve 
Jun 2011

166000 mi

US $1600
Had to replace failing diesel injection pump 
Oct 2011

177000 mi

US $500
passenger seat airbag light on, fault found. I replaced all seats with used interior, solved problem.  
Nov 2011

181000 mi

US $65
replaced leaking fuel return lines at engne 
Volkswagen New Beetle in Netherlands
- May 2004
May 2004

49600 mi

€50
headlight 
Volkswagen New Beetle in Texas, United States
- May 2007
Jun 2003

20000 mi
replace window raising/lowering mechanism under warranty 
Jul 2004

30300 mi
reattach plastic enclosure under engine 
Dec 2006

44955 mi

US $14
replace left front turn signal bulb and repair socket 
May 2007

47000 mi

US $220
replace glow plugs 
Volkswagen New Beetle in Ohio, United States
- Jun 2007
Oct 2003

41187 mi
Power window regulator clips - no charge, replaced under warranty. 
Nov 2003

44602 mi
Passenger-side mirror defroster - no charge, replaced under warranty. 
Mar 2004

55675 mi

US $6
Passenger-side front headlamp 
Sep 2005

73973 mi
Driver's seatbelt sensor - replaced under warranty 
Dec 2005

80300 mi

US $1257
Timing belt, water pump, serpentine belt, brakes, coolant replacement 
Jun 2007

99490 mi

US $468
Left front wheel hub and wheel bearing 

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2002 Volkswagen New Beetle 2dr Hatch

115-horsepower 2.0L I4 5-speed manual FWD

Volkswagen New Beetle in Saskatchewan, Canada
- Oct 2006
Oct 2006

48360 mi

C $415
Replaced oil pan 
Volkswagen New Beetle in New York, United States
Jun 2009 - Jun 2018
Jun 2009

45500 mi

US $250
Temperature sensor replaced 
May 2010

51000 mi

US $900
The car didn't start. The module that recognizes the electronic keys was replaced. 

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2002 Volkswagen New Beetle 2dr Hatch

115-horsepower 2.0L I4 4-speed automatic FWD

Volkswagen New Beetle in Texas, United States
- Dec 2011
Dec 2011

68000 mi

US $800
Original mechanic covered the cost of replacement alternator - part under warranty, but battery was FRIED during repair. Replaced battery, wiring harness and alternator again. A day after coming home from shop, the fuse box started SMOKING. Car was parked at home. Research showed car was prev. WRECKED in left rear qtr. panel - brain stem for elec. system. DTPA suit filed against dealer of purchase. 
Volkswagen New Beetle in California, United States
- Jun 2007
Jun 2007

82000 mi

US $650
Oxygen sensors replaced, Rear brake pads replaced 

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2001 Volkswagen New Beetle

Engine not specified

Volkswagen New Beetle in United Arab Emirates
Apr 2013 - May 2013
May 2013

80600 mi

¤1000
Replace whole clutch 
Volkswagen New Beetle in Oregon, United States
Sep 2013 - Jan 2014
Jan 2014

US $2100
bad fuel injection pump 

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2001 Volkswagen New Beetle 2dr Hatch

turbocharged 90hp 1.9L I4 Diesel 5-speed manual FWD

Volkswagen New Beetle in South Carolina, United States
Apr 2013 - Apr 2014
May 2013

149800 mi

US $844
AC Compressor is bad and needs to be replaced. 

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2001 Volkswagen New Beetle 2dr Hatch

turbocharged 90hp 1.9L I4 Diesel 4-speed automatic FWD

Volkswagen New Beetle in Texas, United States
Jan 2014 - Sep 2014
Mar 2014

179000 mi
Coolant flange gasket on drivers side of engine was leaking coolant onto the transmission. Coolant flange and gasket replaced, coolant topped off. Plastic coolant reservoir was no longer transparent so it was replaced as well 

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2001 Volkswagen New Beetle 2dr Hatch

turbocharged 150hp 1.8L I4 5-speed manual FWD

Volkswagen New Beetle in Oregon, United States
Jun 2010 - Jan 2022
Sep 2010

68000 mi

US $65
The 3rd center stoplight needed to be replaced...I did it myself for the cost of the bulb ($65.00)...Yikes, what happened to BULB replacement rather than nearly costing a car payment??? 
Jul 2011

75000 mi

US $290
Had a recall regarding ignition coil possible failure...took to dealer, they said it didn't need fixing...car became inoperative...Called VW factory...they promised to cover cost of coils...which amounted to $180.00...hope they pay!!! 
Sep 2011

79000 mi
The mechanic that we use for the car replaced the left-front headlight. After headlight replaced, water began to appear inside...I took the headlight apart and sealed it with tub sealer - working fine! 
Volkswagen New Beetle in Oregon, United States
Jul 2011 - Oct 2022
May 2013

24000 mi

US $343
Battery was slowly losing charge. I replaced original alternator with new Bosch AL0189X Alternator. I think the Voltage Regulator died as it stopped charging the battery. Battery is charging now.  
Nov 2017

27500 mi

US $45
knock sensor #02 replaced 
Oct 2020

28950 mi

US $299
turbo related sensor, think it was a heat sensor for the turbo 
Oct 2022

29630 mi

US $150
Knock Sensor was replace by myself with a VAG (VW) part. The previous replacement was not done. As the part removed was the original not the NAPA part supplied. 
Volkswagen New Beetle in North Carolina, United States
Nov 2012 - Jan 2013
Jan 2013

120000 mi

US $700
This car is a joke, have spent 2000.00 on it still not fixed, cat. converter, injectors, coilpack,sensors,fuel filter,pedal pos.sensor, still check engine light on cuts off, epc light, limp mode 
Volkswagen New Beetle in Alberta, Canada
Jul 2017 - Jul 2018
Feb 2018

85560 mi

C $200
Replaced alternator and belt. 
Volkswagen New Beetle in Michigan, United States
Jun 2010 - Jun 2018
Dec 2010

104000 mi

US $130
Awful driveability problems. Rough idling, poor performance, low fuel economy. CEL light on and flashing. Then a sudden recovery and car runs well for several days. Rinse, lather, repeat. Happened for the dealer as well. Dealer contacted VW Technical department. Unclear if in USA or Germany. Told to replace coolant sensor as an odd failure mode could cause this problem and not give a distinct fault code for a defective sensor. That idea worked! 
Jun 2011

109000 mi

US $30
Rough running engine. Poor idle. Poor fuel economy. 
Jul 2011

109800 mi
Failed seat belt buckle switch which caused airbag warning light to stay lit. Replaced buckle assembly.  
Mar 2012

118000 mi

US $2850
1st gear synchro, 2nd gear, clutch (all three pieces) replaced 
Jun 2012

122000 mi
Air Conditioner suddenly stopped working. Main AC fuse under hood had corrosion on one contact blade. Cleaned and reused. 
Sep 2012

126000 mi

US $320
Front struts replaced due to leaks 
Jan 2013

109200 mi

US $30
Coolant system thermostat replaced. 
Oct 2013

148000 mi

US $200
Bad Outer CV Joint. Driver Front. Wheel Bearing. Driver Front. 
Mar 2014

156000 mi
Losse bearing causing rotor rubbing noise. 
Oct 2014

157000 mi

US $200
No threottle response. EPM light on. Remove Throttle Body. Remover cover of Throttle Position Sensor. Wipe contact plate clean with a soft cloth. Wipe "snowshoe" contact fingers and bend them to add tension. Replace cover, reinstall Throttle Body. 
Jul 2015

167700 mi

US $200
Would not turn on. Control module and wiring problem. 
Volkswagen New Beetle in Texas, United States
Nov 2011 - Mar 2012
Dec 2011

164000 mi

US $1100
The clutch would not function. The shop said it looked like it had melted. It was the 2nd clutch on the car, and only had 30k miles on it. 
Volkswagen New Beetle in Connecticut, United States
Jun 2010 - Jun 2014
Mar 2011

143000 mi

US $450
Both front CV axles replaced - one broken, one as preventative measure (torn boot), car aligned, tires balanced and rotated. 
Jun 2011

143000 mi

US $60
Regulator for d/s power window failed. Known common problem for A4 platform Volkswagens. Replaced regulator. 

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2001 Volkswagen New Beetle 2dr Hatch

turbocharged 150hp 1.8L I4 4-speed automatic FWD

Volkswagen New Beetle in Connecticut, United States
Jun 2006 - Oct 2011
Oct 2006

59000 mi
Power Window lift mechanism broken. Found out was recalled. 
Jan 2007

64000 mi

US $350
Replaced MAF Sensor 
Feb 2007

65000 mi

US $450
Replaced several vacuum hoses due to power loss, brake loss, drive-ability issues. Had oil changed at same time. 
May 2007

68000 mi

US $750
Another MAF Sensor, more vacuum leaks (hoses replaced), valve cover gasket (oil leak), another oil change 
Aug 2008

76000 mi

US $350
Another MAF Sensor. VW aware of three replacements, and still wouldn't assist. (Check engine light has now been on and off for 2 years...) 
Mar 2010

96000 mi

US $3100
Had to replace 4sp Auto Transmission 
May 2011

106000 mi

US $700
Water pump blew. Replaced Timing belt, water pump, tensioner. Also had to replace a cooling diverter of some sort, as it's made of plastic, and melted when the engine overheated. 
Jul 2011

108000 mi
Timing belt cover came loose somehow, causing it to rob on the belt, refuting in a terrible whining noise. Had to remove cover, repair a bent locking tab, and replace. 

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2001 Volkswagen New Beetle 2dr Hatch

115-horsepower 2.0L I4 5-speed manual FWD

Volkswagen New Beetle in Illinois, United States
Jul 2010 - Jun 2011
Aug 2010

58000 mi

US $100
Brake lights not working Brake lights not working again 
Volkswagen New Beetle in New York, United States
Jul 2011 - Sep 2014
Aug 2011

68000 mi

US $160
Downstream O2 sensor heater open circuit. Replaced O2 sensor. 
Jan 2012

70000 mi

US $600
Front coil springs broken Replaced front dampers Replace rear dampers Replaced muffler 
Oct 2012

76000 mi

US $1700
Ball joints worn out Control arms badly rusted. Bushings degraded. Coolant flange leaking. Metal coolant pipe rusted and showing signs of pinhole leak. Upper radiator hose leaking 
Aug 2014

85000 mi

US $600
Door switch malfunction causing power drain and alarm system activation. 
Volkswagen New Beetle in North Carolina, United States
Nov 2013 - Apr 2016
Dec 2014

105000 mi

US $6
plastic top of dipstick had broken, replace dipstick 
Mar 2015

106000 mi

US $60
driver's window quit rising. replaced that mechanism 
Jan 2016 significant water leaks to passenger side front & rear floor. Have unclogged sunroof drains. 
Feb 2016

111000 mi

US $128
failed state inspection due to CEL replace temp sensor & thermostat 
Volkswagen New Beetle in South Africa
Jan 2013 - Jan 2015
Mar 2014

140740 mi

R 8000
Many problems with electrical and air conditionar compressor 

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2001 Volkswagen New Beetle 2dr Hatch

115-horsepower 2.0L I4 4-speed automatic FWD

Volkswagen New Beetle in Ontario, Canada
Sep 2010 - Sep 2011
Dec 2010

119420 mi

C $290
engine running rough after being started while warm; shop replaced thermostat and coolant temperature sensor 
May 2011

125240 mi

C $525
Automatic transmission only drove in 2nd and 3rd gear while in Drive; shifted harshly and at high rpm; check engine light appeared. Mechanic replaced transmission speed sensor.  
Volkswagen New Beetle in Oregon, United States
Jul 2010 - Feb 2014
Jan 2011

87300 mi
Engine has always consumed too much oil. This repair replaced the piston rings under the original warranty. 
Apr 2011

89000 mi
Window switch broke. Friendly shop who has worked for us before had a junk car of the same model on the property. They removed a switch, replace ours with it and charged us nothing. 
Jun 2011

90000 mi
Headlight 
Aug 2012

99300 mi

US $50
Computer quit, engine barely ran. The shop reset something, said it COULD happen again, but they couldn't reproduce. Hasn't happened since. 
Volkswagen New Beetle in Quebec, Canada
Jun 2010 - Jun 2011
Jul 2010

88040 mi

C $80
lost an exhaust clamp 
Volkswagen New Beetle in Oklahoma, United States
Aug 2010 - Sep 2011
Sep 2010

105000 mi

US $244
Automatic transmission would not shift from second to third. Found the speed sensor was faulty and replaced it. 
Sep 2011

121000 mi

US $1000
Power steering pump hose split 
Volkswagen New Beetle in California, United States
Oct 2012 - Apr 2015
Sep 2013

91000 mi

US $465
Cooling system overheat. I added water and drive it to the shop for repair (within 5 miles). Changed electric fan control relay, thermostat, thermostat cover housing, water temp. sensor, and antifreeze. 
Jul 2014

96000 mi

US $465
Took my car for a check at a local shop and was told that the driver's side transmission mount needs to be replaced. It was much more expensive at the shop than at the Pep Boys so was done at the Pep Boys instead. 
Aug 2014

96500 mi

US $200
Replacement of trunk latch motor 
Volkswagen New Beetle in Indiana, United States
Jun 2010 - Sep 2011
Jul 2010

82000 mi

US $100
valve body in transmission stuck 
Sep 2010

86000 mi

US $100
cel was evaluated, determined to be fuel connected. protocol followed. final item was replacement of injectors, which was done. 
Volkswagen New Beetle in New Jersey, United States
Apr 2014 - Sep 2014
Jul 2014

100000 mi

US $500
Oil pan bolt opening stripped 

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2001 Volkswagen New Beetle 2-door

4-cylinder automatic 2WD

Volkswagen New Beetle in Florida, United States
Apr 2012 - Jul 2012
May 2012

120000 mi

US $350
Sputtering. Not starting. Generally being not reliable 

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2000 Volkswagen New Beetle

Engine not specified

Volkswagen New Beetle in Florida, United States
Mar 2012 - Apr 2012
Apr 2012

151000 mi

US $16
Wiper wash plastic hose disintegrated from the washer pump to the hood hinge. Replaced same with 3/16" rubber hose from pump to washer nozzles. Mounted same to chassis using electrical tie-wraps. 
Volkswagen New Beetle in Maryland, United States
Jun 2010 - Jan 2011
Oct 2010

133300 mi

US $200
CV axle 
Volkswagen New Beetle in Kansas, United States
Feb 2013 - Mar 2013
Mar 2013

90000 mi

US $1000
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2000 Volkswagen New Beetle 2dr Hatch

turbocharged 90hp 1.9L I4 Diesel 5-speed manual FWD

Volkswagen New Beetle in Maryland, United States
Jun 2010 - Jun 2015
Jul 2010

172000 mi
Left fog lamp fell off. Put back with tiewraps. 
Feb 2011

176000 mi

US $700
Alternator bearing failed. replaced alternator (original). 
Apr 2011

177000 mi

US $250
original starter motor failed completely in garage, replaced there. 
Volkswagen New Beetle in Minnesota, United States
Oct 2010 - Mar 2013
Oct 2012

155700 mi

US $354
Replaced glow plugs and brake sensor. 
Volkswagen New Beetle in New Hampshire, United States
Jun 2003 - Jun 2022
Oct 2003

110000 mi

US $16
107 relay 
Dec 2010

273000 mi

US $123
MAF replacement replaced clutch MAF replacement 
Feb 2011

276000 mi

US $18
glow plug replaced glow plug replaced 
Aug 2011

286124 mi

US $25
growling right front wheel bearing replace turbo VNT vacuum controller $99 replace right front wheel bearing 
Sep 2011

287000 mi

US $52
wheel sensor failed 
Oct 2011

288800 mi

US $72
failed EGR solenoid replaced 
Nov 2011

289000 mi

US $72
replaced N75 valve, regained full turbo function 
Dec 2011

293000 mi

US $31
remove and clean intake and EGR valve. 65% clogged from normal used over many miles replace both stabilizer bar links 
Mar 2012

299000 mi

US $144
right front inner tie rod end worn, replaced all 4 due to mileage on vehicle. 
May 2012

303700 mi

US $75
replaced left axle due to worn outer cv joint 
Jul 2012

307000 mi

US $589
replaced noisy dual mass flywheel 
Jan 2013

319000 mi

US $180
replaced starter 
Feb 2013

320500 mi

US $14
replace leaking vacuum pump oil seal, o-ring on CCV line and CCV diffuser grommet. 
Apr 2013

323800 mi

US $70
R/R caliper sticking, burned pad 
Jan 2014

322000 mi

US $108
replace broken right front spring 
Mar 2014

342000 mi

US $3
replaced small coolant hose from engine block/rear of head to coolant reservoir. noticed a small leak when cold and sitting overnight. problem would have eventually gotten worse as time went on. nipped it in the bud. 
Sep 2014

350000 mi

US $40
left front ABS sensor bad 
Nov 2014

351700 mi

US $79
Replaced the glow plug harness for the second time since new,and 1 glow plug. 
Sep 2015

370214 mi

US $75
Replaced N75 turbe control soenoid Replaced N75 turbo control solenoid original regulator: replaced passenger window cables and connectors. 
Mar 2016

381000 mi

US $34
repaired rear caliper slide, replaced warrantied life time pads and bought 2 rotors 
Aug 2017

401000 mi

US $175
Removed sagging headliner and brought to uphostry shop for replacement. Reinstalled the new headliner. 
Sep 2017

402000 mi
Replace sticking right rear caliper under Auto Zone warranty. Also the pads were warranty. 
Dec 2017

404000 mi

US $18
After 404,000 miles and 18 years old I had to replace sticking thermostat 
Jun 2018

411000 mi

US $450
while replacing the timing belt and associated components I also replaced the valve cover due to a long term gasket leak. Gasket is part of the VC and not replaceable. 
Oct 2021

446000 mi

US $46
Replaced right rear brake line. Rust has caused it to seep brake fluid. buildup of salt and sand caused line to rust after 22 years :-( 
Jan 2022

450000 mi

US $25
replaced right outer tie rod end and reset toe adjustment 
Volkswagen New Beetle in Nova Scotia, Canada
Mar 2013 - Apr 2014
Jul 2013

192800 mi

C $500
replaced pads, rotors, calipers 

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2000 Volkswagen New Beetle 2dr Hatch

turbocharged 90hp 1.9L I4 Diesel 4-speed automatic FWD

Volkswagen New Beetle in California, United States
Jun 2017 - Jun 2018
Jun 2018

190000 mi

US $80
Headlight switch and fuel hatch switch replaced. 

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2000 Volkswagen New Beetle 2dr Hatch

turbocharged 150hp 1.8L I4 5-speed manual FWD

Volkswagen New Beetle in Kansas, United States
Oct 2010 - Jan 2011
Nov 2010

201000 mi
Front wheel bearing bad due to incorrect axle nut being used. Replaced bearing and axle nut. Problem solved. 

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2000 Volkswagen New Beetle 2dr Hatch

115-horsepower 2.0L I4 5-speed manual FWD

Volkswagen New Beetle in Massachusetts, United States
Mar 2012 - May 2014
Aug 2012

164100 mi

US $20
Faulty coolant temperature sensor caused check engine light to be on. Replaced sensor and problem fixed. 
Aug 2013

169000 mi

US $100
Replaced alternator & voltage regulator & 120 amp fuse 
Volkswagen New Beetle in North Carolina, United States
Aug 2010 - Dec 2013
Aug 2011

148700 mi

US $300
Check Engine light for "air flow problems"; Fix was replacement of damaged vacuum lines. 
Dec 2012

168000 mi

US $1510
Vapor canister purge solenoid. Oil leak repaired by replacing valve cover gaskets. Right inner tie-rod end replaced. Right Rear wheel bearing replaced 
Aug 2013

178200 mi

US $296
Overheating due to a coolant leak; mechanic replaced "thermostat gooseneck". 
Sep 2013

179000 mi

US $1600
Car was losing coolant and overheated. Replaced Water Pump and thermostat. Due to location of repaired parts, it was decided to go ahead and replace the timing belt and serpentine belt at the same time. 
Oct 2013

179000 mi
Determined that the head was faulty and was creating too much pressure in the coolant system, causing other parts to repeatedly fail. The cost of a head replacement is more than the car is worth, so I am giving up on it and getting a new car. 

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2000 Volkswagen New Beetle 2-door

4-cylinder automatic 2WD

Volkswagen New Beetle in New York, United States
Jul 2012 - Mar 2014
Aug 2013

124000 mi

US $755
Water pump Timing belt Head gasket All replaced 

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1999.5 Volkswagen New Beetle 2dr Hatch

turbocharged 90hp 1.9L I4 Diesel 5-speed manual FWD

Volkswagen New Beetle in Ohio, United States
Sep 2010 - Mar 2011
Oct 2010

138000 mi

US $470
#1 Hood pull release handle broke. #2 Gas cap door cable/solenoid replaced. 

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1999 Volkswagen Beetle

Engine not specified

Volkswagen in Tennessee, United States
Jun 2017 - Jun 2018
Jun 2018

234000 mi

US $40
Rear brake pads replacement 

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1999 Volkswagen Beetle 4-door

4-cylinder manual 2WD

Volkswagen in Colorado, United States
Jun 2018 - Jul 2018
Jul 2018

241000 mi

US $360
Vehicle was making noises from the front axle, required axle repair. 

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1999 Volkswagen Beetle 2-door

4-cylinder automatic 2WD

Volkswagen in Michigan, United States
Dec 2017 - Jun 2018
Jan 2018

70000 mi

US $250
replaced transmission with a used trans from salvage vehicle 
Volkswagen in Maryland, United States
Mar 2015 - Mar 2018
Jan 2015

110000 mi

US $3500
The car has had various electrical/computer issues, but the A/C had not been working (or would trigger multiple alarms) for *several* years. ~4 repair shops could not fix or advise. Father suggested it might be the solenoid in the actual A/C unit, so I had that replaced and that seemed to fix ~75% of the issue. Still triggered alarms, but at least the A/C finally worked! I no longer own this car. 

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