2011 Volkswagen Jetta Volkswagen Jetta 2011

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2011 Volkswagen Jetta repairs by problem area

Engine (28%)

Transmission and Drivetrain (5%)

Brakes and Traction Control (5%)

Suspension and Steering (5%)

Electrical and Air Conditioning (36%)

Paint, Rust, Leaks, Rattles, and Trim (19%)

Other (3%)

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2011 Volkswagen Jetta transmission repair cost distribution

$2500+ (0%)

$1000 - $2499 (11%)

$500 - $999 (11%)

$100 - $499 (22%)

< $100 (56%)

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2011 Volkswagen Jetta 4dr Sedan

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

14000 mi 37G2 TSB reflash of the DSG transmission 
2480 mi DSG not shifting correctly at slow speed 
10500 mi DSG automatic transmission software update per VW service bulletin. 

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2011 Volkswagen Jetta 4dr Sedan

170-horsepower 2.5L I5 6-speed shiftable automatic FWD

1500 mi

US $1200
Had to replace the steel wheels due to excessive vibration. Road force testing showed the steel wheels would flex under acceletration and cause vibration in steering wheel. VW USA did not cover the cost. prob solved 
13800 mi Shifting through lower gears is jerky/uncomfortable. Dealer said that is standard. Very unsatisfied with dealer and car. 
100000 mi

US $141
Downshifting from 2nd to 1st was very rough when in standard "D". Software updated and shifting butter smooth now. 
6200 mi New transmission was ordered from Mexico and installed 

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2011 Volkswagen Jetta 4dr Sedan

170-horsepower 2.5L I5 5-speed manual FWD

43360 mi

C $100
Shifter very stiff in cold weather, internal shift mechanism replaced 

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2011 Volkswagen Jetta 4dr Sedan

115-horsepower 2.0L I4 5-speed manual FWD

55000 mi

US $800
something broke on the transmission 

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2011 Volkswagen Jetta Transmission Problems

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