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2013 Volkswagen Jetta repairs by problem area

Engine (31%)

Transmission and Drivetrain (6%)

Brakes and Traction Control (7%)

Suspension and Steering (6%)

Electrical and Air Conditioning (23%)

Paint, Rust, Leaks, Rattles, and Trim (18%)

Other (9%)

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2013 Volkswagen Jetta brake repair cost distribution

$2500+ (0%)

$1000 - $2499 (0%)

$500 - $999 (25%)

$100 - $499 (38%)

< $100 (38%)

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Chart based on 8 repair trips. The repair cost chart excludes repairs made under warranty, do-it-yourself repairs, and repair trips that include maintenance.

2013 Volkswagen Jetta 4dr Sedan

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

76260 mi

C $500
Front brake and rotor. 

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2013 Volkswagen Jetta 4dr Sedan

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

65720 mi

C $800
Front rotors were destroyed within a year of purchase from the dealership. 
108500 mi

C $350
Had to replace the rear passenger brake caliper, hand brake was dragging 

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2013 Volkswagen Jetta 4dr Sedan

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

203000 mi Brake pads on rear passenger side needed replace. 
155000 mi

US $125
Ignition lock (mechanical steering lock) failed, leaving driver stranded because the car would not start (couldn’t turn key). This is a COMMON problem on VWs. Bought the part and replaced it. 
72640 mi

US $97
Installed new Rear Brake Pads, Rotors and Hardware. Used the Powerstop Brakes Evolution Complete Kit. 
101000 mi

US $351
Replaced the entire Brake System POWERSTOP'S "TOP OF THEIR LINE" wearable Brake Parts. I wanted their most dependable and highest performing parts. Made a HUGE performing difference. 
55000 mi Repaired faulty steering column lock, a known problem with these cars. The ignition key was hard to turn and hard to remove. VW extended the warranty on those parts, so it cost us nothing but time. 

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2013 Volkswagen Jetta Brake Problems

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