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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%)
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Chart based on 252 repairs.
Volkswagen Beetle suspension repair cost distribution
$2500+ (0%)
$1000 - $2499 (24%)
$500 - $999 (10%)
$100 - $499 (33%)
< $100 (33%)
Chart based on 21 repair trips. The repair cost chart excludes repairs made under warranty, do-it-yourself repairs, and repair trips that include maintenance.
2016 Volkswagen Beetle 2dr Hatch
turbocharged 170hp 1.8L I4 6-speed shiftable automatic FWD
| 45880 mi €50 |
Multiple CEL on dash (engine, traction control, abs, etc.). Scan indicated issue with wheel sensor (although non-specific). Replaced ABS Wheel Speed Sensor and issue was corrected. |
2014 Volkswagen Beetle 2dr Convertible
turbocharged 170hp 1.8L I4 6-speed shiftable automatic FWD
| 7999 mi US $100 |
Abs light on dashboard. Abs sensor and bearing replaced. |
2013 Volkswagen Beetle 2dr Hatch
turbocharged 140hp 2.0L I4 Diesel 6-speed manual FWD
| 79980 mi C $1065 |
replace right front sway bar |
2007 Volkswagen New Beetle 2dr Hatch
150-horsepower 2.5L I5 6-speed shiftable automatic FWD
| 110350 mi US $1209 |
Required struts and suspension repair |
2003 Volkswagen New Beetle 2dr Hatch
115-horsepower 2.0L I4 5-speed manual FWD
| 180800 mi US $700 |
Front springs replaced |
| 200000 mi US $220 |
Replaced one rear wheel bearing and exhaust clips |
2002 Volkswagen New Beetle 2dr Hatch
turbocharged 90hp 1.9L I4 Diesel 5-speed manual FWD
| 99490 mi US $468 |
Left front wheel hub and wheel bearing |
2001 Volkswagen New Beetle 2dr Hatch
turbocharged 150hp 1.8L I4 5-speed manual FWD
| 126000 mi US $320 |
Front struts replaced due to leaks |
| 148000 mi US $200 |
Wheel Bearing. Driver Front. |
| 156000 mi | Losse bearing causing rotor rubbing noise. |
2001 Volkswagen New Beetle 2dr Hatch
115-horsepower 2.0L I4 5-speed manual FWD
| 70000 mi US $600 |
Front coil springs broken Replaced front dampers Replace rear dampers |
| 76000 mi US $1700 |
Ball joints worn out Control arms badly rusted. Bushings degraded. |
2001 Volkswagen New Beetle 2dr Hatch
115-horsepower 2.0L I4 4-speed automatic FWD
| 121000 mi US $1000 |
Power steering pump hose split |
2000 Volkswagen New Beetle 2dr Hatch
turbocharged 90hp 1.9L I4 Diesel 5-speed manual FWD
| 286124 mi US $25 |
growling right front wheel bearing replace right front wheel bearing |
| 293000 mi US $31 |
replace both stabilizer bar links |
| 299000 mi US $144 |
right front inner tie rod end worn, replaced all 4 due to mileage on vehicle. |
| 322000 mi US $108 |
replace broken right front spring |
| 450000 mi US $25 |
replaced right outer tie rod end and reset toe adjustment |
2000 Volkswagen New Beetle 2dr Hatch
turbocharged 150hp 1.8L I4 5-speed manual FWD
| 201000 mi | Front wheel bearing bad due to incorrect axle nut being used. Replaced bearing and axle nut. Problem solved. |
2000 Volkswagen New Beetle 2dr Hatch
115-horsepower 2.0L I4 5-speed manual FWD
| 168000 mi US $1510 |
Right inner tie-rod end replaced. Right Rear wheel bearing replaced |
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