1998 Volkswagen Jetta Volkswagen Jetta 1998

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1998 Volkswagen Jetta repairs by problem area

Engine (51%)

Transmission and Drivetrain (3%)

Brakes and Traction Control (6%)

Suspension and Steering (17%)

Electrical and Air Conditioning (17%)

Paint, Rust, Leaks, Rattles, and Trim (3%)

Other (3%)

Chart based on 35 repairs.
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1998 Volkswagen Jetta 4-door

4-cylinder manual 2WD

128300 mi

US $100
The speedometer would go to 0 intermittently setting MIL going out when the problem resolved itself (speedo working again) Speedo cable teeth were worn causing problem 5speedw/tach so to save $$$ I decided to live with it. 

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