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Volkswagen Beetle repairs by problem area
Engine (36%)
Transmission and Drivetrain (6%)
Brakes and Traction Control (6%)
Suspension and Steering (10%)
Electrical and Air Conditioning (28%)
Paint, Rust, Leaks, Rattles, and Trim (6%)
Other (9%)
Select a problem area
- Engine
- Transmission and Drivetrain
- Brakes and Traction Control
- Suspension and Steering
- Electrical and Air Conditioning
- Paint, Rust, Leaks, Rattles, and Trim
- Other
Chart based on 252 repairs.
Volkswagen Beetle body repair cost distribution
$2500+ (0%)
$1000 - $2499 (0%)
$500 - $999 (15%)
$100 - $499 (8%)
< $100 (77%)
Chart based on 13 repair trips. The repair cost chart excludes repairs made under warranty, do-it-yourself repairs, and repair trips that include maintenance.
2015 Volkswagen Beetle 2dr Hatch
turbocharged 170hp 1.8L I4 5-speed manual FWD
| 11000 mi | Service writer tightened bolt holding driver's door hinge that had worked loose causing clunking noise when opening or closing the door. It worked loose again within 500 miles so I removed, added blue thread lock and retightened. |
2013 Volkswagen Beetle 2dr Hatch
twincharged 160hp 1.4L I4 7-speed automated manual FWD
| 5580 mi | Driver's seat is showing signs of premature wear with seat back material fraying |
2013 Volkswagen Beetle 2dr Hatch
turbocharged 140hp 2.0L I4 Diesel 6-speed manual FWD
| 42490 mi | replace sunroof deflector under warrantee |
2013 Volkswagen Beetle 2dr Hatch
170-horsepower 2.5L I5 6-speed shiftable automatic FWD
| 13000 mi | moonroof sunshade stuck in open position - would not close. |
2013 Volkswagen Beetle 2dr Convertible
turbocharged 200hp 2.0L I4 6-speed automated manual FWD
| 35300 mi | Passenger window squeals sometimes when operated. Technician could not find a problem. Attempted some kind of internal lubrication. |
2013 Volkswagen Beetle 2dr Convertible
170-horsepower 2.5L I5 6-speed shiftable automatic FWD
| 4000 mi | Scuffs under the clearcoat that were noted upon delivery. Repaired under warranty. |
2008 Volkswagen New Beetle 2dr Convertible
150-horsepower 2.5L I5 6-speed shiftable automatic FWD
| 18600 mi | Replaced right lock switch which the plastic had split. |
2007 Volkswagen New Beetle 2dr Hatch
150-horsepower 2.5L I5 5-speed manual FWD
| 56110 mi | Passenger side door lock failed to engage using the key fob or door-mounted switch. Dealer replaced latch. |
2006 Volkswagen New Beetle 2dr Hatch
150-horsepower 2.5L I5 6-speed shiftable automatic FWD
| 61000 mi US $572 |
Temp display and monitor defective, will need future repair. This trip, repaired the vacuum pump, leaking oil. |
| 84000 mi US $90 |
Drivers door pull handle broke. This is a common problem with this model. Dealer Cost estimate $400. I ordered a repair part from Rock Auto while at the dealers, cost $90. |
2003 Volkswagen New Beetle 2dr Convertible
115-horsepower 2.0L I4 5-speed manual FWD
| 129660 mi C $950 |
Convertible top, replace broken cables |
2001 Volkswagen New Beetle 2dr Hatch
turbocharged 150hp 1.8L I4 5-speed manual FWD
| 79000 mi | After headlight replaced, water began to appear inside...I took the headlight apart and sealed it with tub sealer - working fine! |
2001 Volkswagen New Beetle 2dr Hatch
115-horsepower 2.0L I4 5-speed manual FWD
| 106200 mi | significant water leaks to passenger side front & rear floor. Have unclogged sunroof drains. |
2000 Volkswagen New Beetle 2dr Hatch
turbocharged 90hp 1.9L I4 Diesel 5-speed manual FWD
| 401000 mi US $175 |
Removed sagging headliner and brought to uphostry shop for replacement. Reinstalled the new headliner. |
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