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2005 Volkswagen Phaeton repairs by problem area

Engine (43%)

Transmission and Drivetrain (0%)

Brakes and Traction Control (0%)

Suspension and Steering (14%)

Electrical and Air Conditioning (29%)

Paint, Rust, Leaks, Rattles, and Trim (0%)

Other (14%)

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2005 Volkswagen Phaeton repair cost distribution

$2500+ (0%)

$1000 - $2499 (0%)

$500 - $999 (0%)

$100 - $499 (43%)

< $100 (57%)

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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.

2005 Volkswagen Phaeton 4dr Sedan, ext.

335-horsepower 4.2L V8 6-speed shiftable automatic AWD

Volkswagen Phaeton in Texas, United States
- May 2013
Feb 2013

68500 mi

US $325
Replaced driver rear wheel bearing. Replaced engine temperature sensor 
Apr 2013

78000 mi

US $450
Replaced trunk wiring harness because the protective sleeve was worn through from opening and closing the trunk over the years. 
May 2013

79000 mi

US $145
Replaced corroded tire pressure sensor. 
Volkswagen Phaeton in Illinois, United States
- Mar 2011
Jan 2009

21830 mi
New Tire Pressure Monitoring Module - replaced under warranty 
Aug 2009

29146 mi
Replace Drivers Window Regulator under warranty 
Mar 2011

36420 mi
Replace 2 defective Mass Airflow Sensors under warranty 

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2005 Volkswagen Phaeton Repair Histories

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