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2012 Volkswagen Beetle repairs by problem area

Engine (50%)

Transmission and Drivetrain (0%)

Brakes and Traction Control (10%)

Suspension and Steering (0%)

Electrical and Air Conditioning (30%)

Paint, Rust, Leaks, Rattles, and Trim (0%)

Other (10%)

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2012 Volkswagen Beetle engine repair cost distribution

$2500+ (0%)

$1000 - $2499 (0%)

$500 - $999 (0%)

$100 - $499 (60%)

< $100 (40%)

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2012 Volkswagen Beetle 2dr Hatch

turbocharged 200hp 2.0L I4 6-speed automated manual FWD

49600 mi

$50
Check engine light came on. Scanner showed problem with the evaporative system coal canister. Change canister, problem solved. 
46500 mi

$300
Engine misfiring with a misfire code for cylinder #1. Changed all ignition coils and plugs, all ok after that. 
52700 mi

$200
Coolant system overflow bottle low level light came on. Filled bottle, next day light on again. Found slight leak coming from water pump area. (known problem area) . Changed waterpump, found the impeller bearing shot and the cause for the leak. The plastic waterpump housing is also prone to cracking, which was not in my case. Installed an aluminum waterpump. Repair took long time, because engine inlet must be removed to get good access. The dealer seems to do the repair from below without removing the inlet, but without a bridge this is not doable at home. 

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2012 Volkswagen Beetle 2dr Hatch

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

30000 mi

US $200
Replaced emissions secondary air injection pump located at rear of the car. 
43000 mi

US $150
PCV valve developed leak, causing rough running and a fouled MAP sensor. Replaced valve cover with integrated PCV valve, cleaned MAP senor. 

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2012 Volkswagen Beetle Engine Problems

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