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2013 Volkswagen Beetle repairs by problem area

Engine (7%)

Transmission and Drivetrain (3%)

Brakes and Traction Control (7%)

Suspension and Steering (3%)

Electrical and Air Conditioning (41%)

Paint, Rust, Leaks, Rattles, and Trim (17%)

Other (21%)

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2013 Volkswagen Beetle electrical repair cost distribution

$2500+ (0%)

$1000 - $2499 (0%)

$500 - $999 (8%)

$100 - $499 (33%)

< $100 (58%)

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Chart based on 12 repair trips. The repair cost chart excludes repairs made under warranty, do-it-yourself repairs, and repair trips that include maintenance.

34700 mi US $100	The buttons of the steering wheel stopped working properly on the right side.
51000 mi	The passenger window got stuck down and would not go up completely.

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34000 mi

AC on/off button would not engage on occasion. The whole panel was replaced under warranty.

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52000 mi

US $700

Starter failed. Vehicle turned on but wouldn’t turn over. Towed to dealer on Saturday wasn’t repaired until Monday.

26000 mi

US $400

Door lock actuator quit working

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20257 mi	a/c not cold , dealer said a/c system tested OK , nothing fixed
26788 mi	a/c not cold , 2nd visit to dealer , system checked out ok , nothing repaired
47000 mi US $30	car has had cool a/c since new , now a/c warm. pressure was ( 0) zero recharged with R134a , a/c is cold now 42 degrees , will assess later to verify how big the leak is..
59000 mi US $5	Small a/c leak