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2016 Volkswagen Jetta repairs by problem area
Engine (21%)
Transmission and Drivetrain (17%)
Brakes and Traction Control (0%)
Suspension and Steering (13%)
Electrical and Air Conditioning (29%)
Paint, Rust, Leaks, Rattles, and Trim (4%)
Other (17%)
Chart based on 24 repairs.
2016 Volkswagen Jetta repair cost distribution
$2500+ (0%)
$1000 - $2499 (10%)
$500 - $999 (5%)
$100 - $499 (15%)
< $100 (70%)
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.
2016 Volkswagen Jetta 4dr Sedan
twincharged 160hp 1.4L I4 7-speed automated manual FWD
| Volkswagen Jetta in Trinidad and Tobago Sep 2016 - Jun 2022 | |||
| Feb 202134925 mi$640 | Shock mounts Cradle bushings | ||
| Mar 202157660 mi$1700 | Mechatronic unit failed. Returned to refurbishing company under warranty Mechatronic unit failed. Sent to UK to be rebuilt | ||
| Apr 202158156 mi$880 | Replaced 4 shocks | ||
2016 Volkswagen Jetta 4dr Sedan
turbocharged 210hp 2.0L I4 6-speed manual FWD
| Volkswagen Jetta in Maryland, United States Nov 2016 - Mar 2017 | |||
| Nov 20164000 mi | Oil level low. | ||
| Mar 201710000 mi | DRL lights were flickering like strobe lights. Took 2 full business days to source. Sourced to a frayed harness housing causing shorting. | ||
| Volkswagen Jetta in Rhode Island, United States Dec 2015 - Jan 2018 | |||
| Jan 20161000 mi | GLI SEL with Bi-Xenon lights. Condensation was excessive. Found caps not screwed on correctly and cracked. Was replaced with new ones same day. | ||
| Jan 201823500 mi | Car would not shift into gear unless forced or engine was off, clutch felt off, reverse would not go in. Originally diagnosed as slave cylinder, transmission removed, turns out it was clutch pressure plate failure due to a ring bent. Replaced all components under warranty. | ||
2016 Volkswagen Jetta 4dr Sedan
turbocharged 170hp 1.8L I4 6-speed shiftable automatic FWD
| Volkswagen Jetta in Pennsylvania, United States Mar 2017 - Jun 2018 | |||
| Mar 201712000 miUS $20 | Coolant in overflow tank dipped below the minimum level mark. Had to add approximately half a quart of coolant mix. As of 30k miles the coolant level remains the same, within norm. Probably air in the system though puzzled why it took so long to get out (coolant level was fine at time of purchase of new vehicle) | ||
| Volkswagen Jetta in California, United States Sep 2015 - Nov 2018 | |||
| May 201815000 mi | Front drivers side seat positioner jammed. Fixed by dealer under warranty with no out of pocket cost to owner. | ||
| Volkswagen Jetta in Minnesota, United States Jun 2016 - Jul 2018 | |||
| Mar 201820250 mi | Bluetooth issue | ||
2016 Volkswagen Jetta 4dr Sedan
turbocharged 170hp 1.8L I4 5-speed manual FWD
| Volkswagen Jetta in Pennsylvania, United States Jul 2016 - Feb 2018 | |||
| Jun 20176000 mi | Active aero grille was stuck in open position. Debris had lodged itself in the grille. Dealership cleared debris and reset CEL. | ||
| Volkswagen Jetta in Virginia, United States Feb 2016 - Dec 2017 | |||
| Apr 201737000 miUS $400 | Road hazard warranty replaced tire and wheel under warranty after damage from pothole. | ||
2016 Volkswagen Jetta 4dr Sedan
turbocharged 170hp 1.4L I4 Hybrid 7-speed automated manual FWD
| Volkswagen Jetta in New Jersey, United States Aug 2016 - Jul 2022 | |||
| Jul 202295000 miUS $1200 | replaced o2 sensor replaced right rear wheel bearing | ||
2016 Volkswagen Jetta 4dr Sedan
turbocharged 150hp 1.4L I4 7-speed automated manual FWD
| Volkswagen Jetta in New South Wales, Australia Nov 2015 - Jun 2022 | |||
| Dec 2015620 mi | Navigation unit kept rebooting. Dealer replaced it. | ||
2016 Volkswagen Jetta 4dr Sedan
turbocharged 150hp 1.4L I4 6-speed shiftable automatic FWD
| Volkswagen Jetta in Nevada, United States Jan 2021 - Jun 2022 | |||
| Jun 2022378000 miUS $100 | The valve cover gasket was leaking down the backside of the engine. Cleaned leak and added oil sealant as this was a minor leak. If this does not fix it the valve cover gasket will need to be replaced. | ||
| Volkswagen Jetta in Louisiana, United States Feb 2016 - Jun 2018 | |||
| Jun 201733000 miUS $1200 | Drive shaft vibrating. Dealership replaced driveshaft under warranty. Factory tires experienced vibration even after multiple tire balances and road force balance, although the rims and tires did not show any defects. I replaced the factory 16" rims with aftermarket 17" rims, and the 205 wide factory tires with 225 wide ones. Stability of the car increased a lot but gas mileage was affected. | ||
| May 201860000 miUS $200 | Mold smell in A/C. Performed A/C fogging and replaced the cabin air filter. Mold smell came back after 4 days. | ||
| Jun 201863000 miUS $7 | Driver side tail light stopped working. Replaced light bulb Noticed hesitation on acceleration and decrease gas mileage, also lower engine power. Got worried when I could not keep up with a Nissan Versa :) Cleaned the MAP sensor. The car runs a little better now but I am still not happy with the gas mileage. | ||
| Volkswagen Jetta in Illinois, United States Jul 2016 - Jun 2018 | |||
| Dec 201611000 mi | My horn quit working while the weather turning cold. The dealer replace a new horn took about 2 hours and it's included in warranty so I don't have to pay anything. | ||
| Volkswagen Jetta in Nevada, United States Apr 2016 - Jun 2018 | |||
| Jun 201830000 mi | Battery died. Replaced under warranty. | ||
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