2011 Volkswagen Jetta SportWagen Volkswagen Jetta SportWagen 2011

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2011 Volkswagen Jetta SportWagen repairs by problem area

Engine (32%)

Transmission and Drivetrain (3%)

Brakes and Traction Control (2%)

Suspension and Steering (6%)

Electrical and Air Conditioning (35%)

Paint, Rust, Leaks, Rattles, and Trim (15%)

Other (6%)

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2011 Volkswagen Jetta SportWagen body repair cost distribution

$2500+ (0%)

$1000 - $2499 (9%)

$500 - $999 (4%)

$100 - $499 (4%)

< $100 (83%)

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Chart based on 23 repair trips. The repair cost chart excludes repairs made under warranty, do-it-yourself repairs, and repair trips that include maintenance.

2011 Volkswagen Jetta SportWagen 4dr Wagon

turbocharged 140hp 2.0L I4 Diesel 6-speed manual FWD

48700 mi

US $1000
Sunroof leaking. New gasket was placed (different design but not a recall, unbelievably) 
47300 mi Rattle/creak coming from the moonroof when going over any sized bump. Dealer said they tightened bolts to fix, exactly the same as before though. To.Be.Continued... 
48000 mi Moonroof rattling over bumps. Car kept by dealer for almost a month; they even called in the traveling service "expert." Still rattling... About to lose it. 
56000 mi Sunroof rattle never fixed. According to VW it didn't exist. :) 
10000 mi Rattle from pano sunroof and rattle under center console. Sunroof readjusted - fixed. Center console rattle - AC lines were bouncing around - lines re-secured - fixed 
24500 mi panoramic sunroof rattling. Dealer verified - entire sunroof replaced 
47120 mi Panoramic sunroof. Rails replaced Panoramic sunroof 
69300 mi Rust on trim. Supposed to be 12 yr warranty. VW did not fix 
71300 mi Continued problem with sunroof Water leaking from sunroof drains 
73860 mi

C $300
Sunroof drains replaced 
75420 mi Replaced sunroof drains, again 
12000 mi Creaking of moonroof over bumps and rattle in moonroof controls. 
71000 mi Creaking of moonroof over bumps and rattle in moonroof controls were never fixed. I gave up trying. 

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2011 Volkswagen Jetta SportWagen 4dr Wagon

turbocharged 140hp 2.0L I4 Diesel 6-speed automated manual FWD

56900 mi

US $75
paint not adhering at front fender / rocker interface. Minimal rust found after disassembly. Cleaned, prepped and repainted with color / clearcoat. 
80000 mi

US $95
Car was leaking water during rain. Carpets were soaked and spare tire well had water. Sunroof drain was plugged. 
65000 mi

US $1500
Sunroof headliner failed 
38940 mi Also replaced pano roof frame after numerous complaints of creaking. 
34700 mi Sunroof was leaking on front passenger corner. Dealer reported the problem as a worn seal in the firewall. 
38000 mi Sunroof was leaking on front passenger corner. Dealer reported the problem as a kinked A/C condenser drain line. 
38800 mi Sunroof was leaking on front passenger corner. Dealer corrected the seal and drain lines for the sunroof. 
52000 mi sunroof stuck open, had to be replaced 
42660 mi Paint on door handles peeling 

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2011 Volkswagen Jetta SportWagen 4dr Wagon

170-horsepower 2.5L I5 5-speed manual FWD

26660 mi Driver's side wiper blade was striking the A pillar. Dealer adjusted wiper arm, replaced wiper blade, and repaired damaged paint under warranty. 
35526 mi Condensation in right tail light. Dealer replaced tail light assembly under warranty. Front passenger door was sticking. Dealer lubricated seal. Clutch makes 'hooting' noise after cold start. Dealer could not replicate. No changes made. 
57000 mi

US $700
Fill in scratches. 
24800 mi Panoramic sunroof creaking and popping when open. Dealer lubricated sunroof, is quiet now. 
25420 mi Dealer replaced entire panoramic sunroof assembly under warranty after failed attempts to silence rattles. 

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2011 Volkswagen Jetta SportWagen Body Problems

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