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2002 Volkswagen New Beetle Hatchback - Reliability

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GL 2dr Hatchback (2.0L 4-cyl. 5-speed Manual)

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Reliability Rating for 2002 Volkswagen New Beetle Hatchback by Identifix

Ratings Key Minimal Problems Moderate Problems Significant Problems
  Rating 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
Steering & Suspension
Brake
Heating & Air Conditioning
Starting & Charging
Accessories
Overall 5 out of 5

Reliability Ratings displayed above reflect style specific standard features and may vary from aggregated values displayed for the same year in the historical model overviewed bellow.

Reliability History for Volkswagen New Beetle Hatchback by Identifix

  2000 2001 2002 2003 2004
Engine
Transmission & Driveline
Steering & Suspension
Brake
Heating & Air Conditioning
Starting & Charging
Accessories
Overall

Reliability Ratings by Identifix is based from repair shop-reported issues. Though this data may be for years prior to model you are researching, it exposes how reliable this model platform has been historically.

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