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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.
Rear passenger door was reporting that it was open, even when closed. VW had to replace the passenger rear door handle.
145080 mi
C $1500
Alternator failed and was replaced. Part was on back-order from Germany and took several weeks to arrive. Dealer provided demo car at no cost for the entire duration of the repair.
145080 mi
C $1500
Alternator failed.
3300 mi
Car lost programming. Had to be towed to dealer. Reprogramming fixed problem.
Check Engine Light was illuminated. Code scan did not find any faults, System was reset, and light went out.
9000 mi
This was a "new" 2015 TDI purchased in 2017. Battery should have been replaced before delivery along with fluids, tires, etc as part of the TDI program. But the battery went bad at 9000 miles and I suspect the original battery was not replaced before delivery.
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