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2004 Volkswagen Golf / Rabbit / GTI repairs by problem area
Engine (39%)
Transmission and Drivetrain (3%)
Brakes and Traction Control (1%)
Suspension and Steering (21%)
Electrical and Air Conditioning (23%)
Paint, Rust, Leaks, Rattles, and Trim (3%)
Other (10%)
Chart based on 70 repairs.
2004 Volkswagen Golf / Rabbit / GTI other repair cost distribution
$2500+ (0%)
$1000 - $2499 (0%)
$500 - $999 (0%)
$100 - $499 (13%)
< $100 (88%)
Chart based on 8 repair trips. The repair cost chart excludes repairs made under warranty, do-it-yourself repairs, and repair trips that include maintenance.
2004 Volkswagen Golf / Rabbit / GTI 4dr Hatch
115-horsepower 2.0L I4 4-speed automatic FWD
| 110000 mi US $30 |
Replaced faulty driver's door lock actuator assembly. |
2004 Volkswagen Golf / Rabbit / GTI 2dr Hatch
turbocharged 180hp 1.8L I4 5-speed manual FWD
| 62000 mi C $50 |
Replaced both worn-out hatchback struts. $50 for parts, 10 minutes to replace. |
| 85560 mi C $50 |
Replaced failed hatchback strut (failed because it was not properly installed) |
2004 Volkswagen Golf / Rabbit / GTI 2dr Hatch
240-horsepower 3.2L V6 6-speed manual AWD
| 37500 mi | Driver window detached from regulator clips. |
| 80000 mi | Hood support strut failed, hatch struts worn; all replaced. Hood latch handle detached from mechanism; secured with wire loop. |
2004 Volkswagen Golf / Rabbit / GTI 2dr Hatch
200-horsepower 2.8L V6 6-speed manual FWD
| 44000 mi US $1 |
I cleared a blocked sunroof drain tube that was causing a water leak into the interior, then vacuumed and deodorized the carpet. |
| 55000 mi | driver's side window glass became detached from window regulator, removed door panel and place glass back into window regulator. No new parts required, nothing was actually broken, just detached. |
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