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2002 Volkswagen New Beetle Reliability Rating
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Comments
Engine
Occasional problems on this vehicle are failures of the Mass Air Flow (MAF) Sensor, the Ignition Coils (1.8L engine only), the Intake Manifold (1.9L engine only), and the Water Pump (1.8L and 2.0L engines only). Problems with the Intake Manifold occur when it becomes restricted due to carbon deposits. The Intake Manifold must be removed and cleaned to correct this problem. The cost to replace the MAF Sensor is estimated at $380.00 for parts and $60.00 for labor on 1.8L and 1.9L engines; and $340.00 for parts and $20.00 for labor on 2.0L engines. The cost to replace the Ignition Coils is estimated at $23.00 for each coil and $65.00 for labor. The cost to replace the Water Pump is estimated at $90.00 for parts and $175.00 for labor. The cost to repair the Intake Manifold is estimated at $10.00 for parts and $150.00 for labor. All prices are estimates based on $65.00 per flat rate hour and do not include diagnostic time or any applicable sales tax.
Transmission & Driveline
Infrequent problems reported, all with low repair costs.
Steering & Suspension
Infrequent problems reported, all with low repair costs.
Brakes
Infrequent problems reported, all with low repair costs.
Heating & Air Conditioning
Infrequent problems reported, all with low repair costs.
Starting & Charging
Infrequent problems reported, all with low repair costs.
Accessories
Infrequent problems reported, all with low repair costs.
Overall
5 out of 5
*Repair costs are based on a flat rate of $65.00 per hour and do not include diagnostic time or any applicable sales tax.
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