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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%)
Chart based on 252 repairs.
Volkswagen Beetle other repair cost distribution
$2500+ (0%)
$1000 - $2499 (5%)
$500 - $999 (0%)
$100 - $499 (20%)
< $100 (75%)
Chart based on 20 repair trips. The repair cost chart excludes repairs made under warranty, do-it-yourself repairs, and repair trips that include maintenance.
2013 Volkswagen Beetle 2dr Hatch
turbocharged 200hp 2.0L I4 6-speed manual FWD
| 11780 mi | trunk would not close properly on a consistant basis....adjustment made |
2013 Volkswagen Beetle 2dr Hatch
170-horsepower 2.5L I5 6-speed shiftable automatic FWD
| 13000 mi | windshield wiper light wouldn't turn off even when full. was told that the filter / tub was clogged. service dept replaced filter, tub and sensor. |
2013 Volkswagen Beetle 2dr Convertible
turbocharged 210hp 2.0L I4 6-speed automated manual FWD
| 11700 mi | passenger front window would not close only when convertible top closing. As per dealer, window mechanism loose , dealer lubricated and tighten window rail. motor apparently OK. |
| 20000 mi | passenger window still sluggish on travel. previous repair not satisfactory. dealer repaired window track again. |
2013 Volkswagen Beetle 2dr Convertible
170-horsepower 2.5L I5 6-speed shiftable automatic FWD
| 1900 mi | Drivers side window came off the track. |
| 3000 mi | Seat belt was twisted when made. Ordered replacement and repaired. |
2012 Volkswagen Beetle 2dr Hatch
turbocharged 200hp 2.0L I4 6-speed automated manual FWD
| 14260 mi | Window regulator was loose, one bolt had come out. Fastened by dealer under warrantee. |
2008 Volkswagen New Beetle 2dr Hatch
150-horsepower 2.5L I5 6-speed shiftable automatic FWD
| 6355 mi | replaced passenger airbag detection sensor |
2005 Volkswagen New Beetle 2dr Convertible
115-horsepower 2.0L I4 5-speed manual FWD
| 38000 mi US $150 |
bolt holding passenger seat back on backed out. this prevented seat and seat back from moving forward to allow back seat entry and from being moved back into locked position. Bolt was replaced and it operates fine now. |
| 43100 mi US $450 |
channel/track? for R rear window broke. window motor worked but mechanically wouldn't go up or down L rear window stopped working (same type problem) May 2010 - repair cost $450 again. |
2004 Volkswagen New Beetle 2dr Convertible
115-horsepower 2.0L I4 6-speed shiftable automatic FWD
| 125000 mi US $5 |
Several minor repairs: Rear marker bulb replaced; headlamp bulb replaced; broken washer hose spliced (v. brittle - will prob break again); some interior trim reattached. |
| 70000 mi | Convertible top repair |
2003 Volkswagen New Beetle 2dr Hatch
115-horsepower 2.0L I4 5-speed manual FWD
| 213159 mi US $400 |
Driver's door would not stay closed door latch replaced |
2002 Volkswagen New Beetle 2dr Hatch
turbocharged 90hp 1.9L I4 Diesel 5-speed manual FWD
| 166000 mi US $1600 |
Had to replace failing diesel injection pump |
| 30300 mi | reattach plastic enclosure under engine |
2001 Volkswagen New Beetle 2dr Hatch
turbocharged 150hp 1.8L I4 4-speed automatic FWD
| 59000 mi | Power Window lift mechanism broken. Found out was recalled. |
2001 Volkswagen New Beetle 2dr Hatch
115-horsepower 2.0L I4 5-speed manual FWD
| 106000 mi US $60 |
driver's window quit rising. replaced that mechanism |
2000 Volkswagen New Beetle
Engine not specified
| 151000 mi US $16 |
Wiper wash plastic hose disintegrated from the washer pump to the hood hinge. Replaced same with 3/16" rubber hose from pump to washer nozzles. Mounted same to chassis using electrical tie-wraps. |
2000 Volkswagen New Beetle 2dr Hatch
turbocharged 90hp 1.9L I4 Diesel 5-speed manual FWD
| 172000 mi | Left fog lamp fell off. Put back with tiewraps. |
| 368201 mi US $65 |
Replaced N75 turbe control soenoid Replaced N75 turbo control solenoid |
1999.5 Volkswagen New Beetle 2dr Hatch
turbocharged 90hp 1.9L I4 Diesel 5-speed manual FWD
| 138000 mi US $470 |
#1 Hood pull release handle broke. #2 Gas cap door cable/solenoid replaced. |
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