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2007 Volkswagen Golf / Rabbit / GTI repairs by problem area
Engine (37%)
Transmission and Drivetrain (7%)
Brakes and Traction Control (3%)
Suspension and Steering (8%)
Electrical and Air Conditioning (25%)
Paint, Rust, Leaks, Rattles, and Trim (12%)
Other (8%)
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- Engine
- Transmission and Drivetrain
- Brakes and Traction Control
- Suspension and Steering
- Electrical and Air Conditioning
- Paint, Rust, Leaks, Rattles, and Trim
- Other
Chart based on 538 repairs.
2007 Volkswagen Golf / Rabbit / GTI transmission repair cost distribution
$2500+ (3%)
$1000 - $2499 (10%)
$500 - $999 (19%)
$100 - $499 (45%)
< $100 (23%)
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.
2007 Volkswagen Golf / Rabbit / GTI 4dr Hatch
turbocharged 200hp 2.0L I4 6-speed automated manual FWD
| 7000 mi | Replace faulty paddle shifter switch. New stereo software to correct bass flare/ add clock to radio display. |
| 91000 mi US $880 |
Popping noise during turning at front left wheel. CV boot was torn, oil leaked out, and damaged axle. Replaced front left axle. |
| 94240 mi C $1100 |
Cv boot was cracked. Fixed and regreased |
| 29000 mi | Mechatronic is out of spec, needs to be replaced. Part is being ordered - will be replaced under warranty. |
| 31000 mi | Mechatronic replaced, hose replaced to fix hissing in brake pedal - hose did not fix problem, brake booster ordered. |
| 34000 mi | Saw fluid leaking from transmission, dealer inspected, says saw no leaks etc. |
| 99000 mi US $250 |
Replaced left front CV boot which was torn. |
2007 Volkswagen Golf / Rabbit / GTI 4dr Hatch
150-horsepower 2.5L I5 6-speed shiftable automatic FWD
| 63000 mi US $150 |
Replaced a torn CV joint boot. |
| 117000 mi US $300 |
Replaced a CV joint boot. |
| 140000 mi | The automatic transmission failed, repair cost too high, traded the car in. |
| 101300 mi US $150 |
Front driver side axle needed to be replaced |
| 120000 mi US $2000 |
Rough shifting esp. btw. first and second. Diagnosed as worn valve body box. $1000 part, $500 labor, etc. Replaced transmission fluid, which was otherwise due at 120k service. |
| 198300 mi US $200 |
Replaced right half axle Driver's side lower CV joint failure. Replaced half shaft. |
2007 Volkswagen Golf / Rabbit / GTI 4dr Hatch
150-horsepower 2.5L I5 5-speed manual FWD
| 52700 mi C $200 |
seal leak on transaxle output shaft |
| 59520 mi | leaking transmission seal |
| 69960 mi C $800 |
Leaking transmission seal. R and r output. Earnings and r and r seals |
2007 Volkswagen Golf / Rabbit / GTI 2dr Hatch
turbocharged 200hp 2.0L I4 6-speed manual FWD
| 120280 mi C $800 |
Car developed oil leak at manual transmission side cover plate (rusted through). Replaced. |
| 67000 mi US $220 |
Driver's cv axle boot torn - replaced drivers side axle |
2007 Volkswagen Golf / Rabbit / GTI 2dr Hatch
turbocharged 200hp 2.0L I4 6-speed automated manual FWD
| 90000 mi US $150 |
Replaced CV boot. |
| 103000 mi US $1250 |
Dual-mass flywheel replaced. |
| 91000 mi US $485 |
Cracked and leaking CV joint boot. Passenger Rear. |
2007 Volkswagen Golf / Rabbit / GTI 2dr Hatch
150-horsepower 2.5L I5 6-speed shiftable automatic FWD
| 50220 mi C $650 |
1) Replace left front driveshaft |
| 63540 mi C $430 |
right outer boot had tear so replaced axle |
| 67580 mi | Changed left axle again, due to factory defect...outer boot leaking grease. Repair shop replaced it N/C |
| 99820 mi C $400 |
shift sensor died. 3 days to get one from Vancouver !!! |
| 104780 mi C $435 |
6 speed auto. Not DSG 1 to 2 shift is rough A bit better after fluid & filter change but still noticeable Not lifetime fluid !! It must be changed every 80.000 Kms |
| 95500 mi US $900 |
Bad valve body, part paid for by VW. Labor I paid for. |
| 100000 mi US $200 |
Replaced torn cv boot and 2 wheel bearings |
2007 Volkswagen Golf / Rabbit / GTI 2dr Hatch
150-horsepower 2.5L I5 5-speed manual FWD
| 164000 mi US $2500 |
Transmission failed without any warning making it unable to drive as well as a safety hazard. I spent 1700 dollars on this. It is a sealed transmission and there is no way to know it is failing and leaking from axels until it is to late. |
2006.5 Volkswagen Golf / Rabbit / GTI 4dr Hatch
250-horsepower 3.2L V6 6-speed manual AWD
| 33480 mi $500 |
Replaced front lower wishbone bushing both left and right. Also replaced front drive shaft dust cover. |
| 38640 mi | Driveshaft boot replacement. |
| 43400 mi $1200 |
Driveshaft outer boot replacement |
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