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Volkswagen Cabrio repairs by problem area

Engine (27%)

Transmission and Drivetrain (27%)

Brakes and Traction Control (7%)

Suspension and Steering (13%)

Electrical and Air Conditioning (27%)

Paint, Rust, Leaks, Rattles, and Trim (0%)

Other (0%)

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Volkswagen Cabrio repair cost distribution

$2500+ (0%)

$1000 - $2499 (14%)

$500 - $999 (0%)

$100 - $499 (43%)

< $100 (43%)

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Chart based on 14 repair trips. The repair cost chart excludes repairs made under warranty, do-it-yourself repairs, and repair trips that include maintenance.

2002 Volkswagen Cabrio 2dr Convertible

115-horsepower 2.0L I4 5-speed manual FWD

Volkswagen Cabrio in Texas, United States
- Feb 2015
Feb 2015

88741 mi

US $454
REplace left rear bearings Replace left rear tie rod assemble and boot 

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2002 Volkswagen Cabrio 2dr Convertible

115-horsepower 2.0L I4 4-speed automatic FWD

Volkswagen Cabrio in Pennsylvania, United States
- Oct 2015
Sep 2015

131000 mi

US $200
Catalytic converter replaced 
Oct 2015

131000 mi

US $300
Vacuum pump for power door locks had failed. Was replaced. 
Volkswagen Cabrio in Massachusetts, United States
May 2018 - Jun 2022
Jan 2022

114000 mi

US $125
O-Ring between Oil Cooler and Engine failed, causing the Oil Pump to pump all the oil out of the engine. 
Jun 2022

124600 mi

US $200
A/c recharge. Compressor was cycling 
Volkswagen Cabrio in Virginia, United States
- Sep 2012
Jul 2010

65763 mi

US $1070
Replace ABS module and pump. Extended warranty paid for pump not module. 
Aug 2010

65763 mi
Replaced axle boots right side 
Sep 2012

73000 mi

US $1300
Resealed transmission Resealed transmission 

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2000 Volkswagen Cabrio 2dr Convertible

115-horsepower 2.0L I4 4-speed automatic FWD

Volkswagen Cabrio in California, United States
- Oct 2012
Oct 2012

92000 mi

US $300
Replaced Alternator. When I got the car back, the speedometer no longer worked. 

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1995 Volkswagen Cabrio 2-door

4-cylinder manual 2WD

Volkswagen in Connecticut, United States
Jun 2017 - Aug 2019
Mar 2017

176000 mi

US $300
Clutch replacement 
Jun 2018

185000 mi

US $30
Water pump failed Timing belt 
Volkswagen in Ontario, Canada
- Jan 2018
Jan 2018

75020 mi

C $69
Replaced battery 

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Volkswagen Cabrio Repair Histories

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