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2003 Volkswagen Jetta repairs by problem area
Engine (45%)
Transmission and Drivetrain (8%)
Brakes and Traction Control (6%)
Suspension and Steering (15%)
Electrical and Air Conditioning (18%)
Paint, Rust, Leaks, Rattles, and Trim (4%)
Other (5%)
Chart based on 638 repairs.
2003 Volkswagen Jetta other repair cost distribution
$2500+ (0%)
$1000 - $2499 (10%)
$500 - $999 (13%)
$100 - $499 (26%)
< $100 (52%)
Chart based on 31 repair trips. The repair cost chart excludes repairs made under warranty, do-it-yourself repairs, and repair trips that include maintenance.
2003 Volkswagen Jetta 4dr Wagon
turbocharged 90hp 1.9L I4 Diesel 5-speed manual FWD
| 52000 mi US $135 |
I didn't know the driver's window was frozen, so when I went to operate it, the grippers attaching the window mechanism to the window became detached. The electric window motor spun freely; window initially was stuck in the closed position but ... |
| 100000 mi US $25 |
Fender liner fastener gave way; fender liner was rubbing against the tire. Mechanic zip-tied the fender back to its designed position. |
| 104000 mi US $1800 |
Passenger front fender liner tore into two pieces, making noise when steering, over bumps, etc. Replaced. |
| 118000 mi US $40 |
Sensor indicating that front brake pads were worn out went on -- intermittently. Bracket holding sensor to body broke and fooled the sensor. Ziptied it out of the way and reset the warning. |
| 132 mi US $850 |
Rear window washer stream was weak and followed the arc of the wiper instead of spraying on the glass. Mechanic suggested only the nozzle needed to be replaced. Behavior after the repair is similar to what it was before. It is possible the nozzle can be adjusted for better coverage on the glass, which may be enough to address most of the problem as it is likely the ultimate fix is replacing the rear washer motor. |
| 155000 mi US $40 |
After 20 years the hatch support struts no longer held up the hatch. Bought two new struts online and replaced the struts. |
| 157000 mi US $20 |
After 20 years the strut that held open the hood no longer held up the hood. Bought a replacement strut online and replaced the old one. |
| 280240 mi | Windshield wiper shafts were starting to seize. Took apart and lubricated. |
| 515220 mi C $226 |
Driver's window fell into the door. Common issue with VWs as the Window Regulator design is marginal. |
| 204900 mi US $120 |
Driver's SIDE window lift mechanism broke. Had a new one installed. |
2003 Volkswagen Jetta 4dr Wagon
turbocharged 90hp 1.9L I4 Diesel 4-speed automatic FWD
| 57000 mi US $424 |
The driver's side window broke lose, and the regulator had to be replaced. |
| 78000 mi US $1245 |
rear bracket to driver's side window replaced; it was broken because it had been improperly installed previously by another mechanic at another shop |
| 91000 mi US $560 |
Also engine skid plate was hanging loose and couldn't be re-attached, so it was replaced. |
| 70000 mi US $20 |
Winshield wiper fluid delivery N/O @ driver's side. Passenger side nozzel saw significant decrease in stream strength and volume. Troulble shooting during routine oil change interval discovered broken hose connector to driver's side spray nozzel was fixed |
| 83000 mi US $900 |
Door latch broken and affecting interior lighting and other warning chimes |
2003 Volkswagen Jetta 4dr Wagon
115-horsepower 2.0L I4 5-speed manual FWD
| 70000 mi US $1400 |
engine bolt broke. engine fell out bottom of car |
2003 Volkswagen Jetta 4dr Sedan
turbocharged 90hp 1.9L I4 Diesel 5-speed manual FWD
| 301000 mi US $70 |
Drivers door not aligned properly. Rear of door sagged about 2 inches. Had Body shop align door. |
| 63000 mi US $300 |
Latch on glove box broke causing the need to replace the entire glove box. |
2003 Volkswagen Jetta 4dr Sedan
turbocharged 180hp 1.8L I4 5-speed shiftable automatic FWD
| 31961 mi | replaced broken latch on armrest storage compartment - warranty repair |
| 59000 mi US $132 |
Fuel door will not open intermittently (switch on driver door). $42 diagnostic charge, to determine switch needs to be replaced. Part ordered (however, we are likely not to complete the repair right away). |
| 68000 mi | Bad rollers in both front seats causing "clunking" sound when sat upon. (Tow due to dead battery) |
| 114894 mi US $25 |
Removed nail and patched tire |
| 139700 mi US $110 |
Trunk release actuator failed. Rod for manual key release adjusted to allow manual operation. |
| 160054 mi US $82 |
Driver door window stuck in down position. Reattached to track. |
2003 Volkswagen Jetta 4dr Sedan
200-horsepower 2.8L V6 6-speed manual FWD
| 3950 mi | Bad rain sensor, wipers inoperative. |
2003 Volkswagen Jetta 4dr Sedan
200-horsepower 2.8L V6 5-speed shiftable automatic FWD
| 57000 mi US $100 |
Full head light assembly leak |
2003 Volkswagen Jetta 4dr Sedan
115-horsepower 2.0L I4 5-speed manual FWD
| 77500 mi | The spring in the truck latch fell off the inner hook. I had the remove the latch and reattach the spring. It was an easy repair. |
| 89000 mi US $78 |
periodic visit to check chronic electronic gremlins that don't affect the driving |
2003 Volkswagen Jetta 4dr Sedan
115-horsepower 2.0L I4 4-speed automatic FWD
| 53000 mi US $500 |
Engine light was on. they found a couple of problems. one of them was related to earthing on steering wheel (i guess??). |
| 85000 mi US $25 |
failed driver side door lock cylinder |
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