1995-2002 Volkswagen Cabrio: Reliability
Updated: 11/23/08
2002 Volkswagen Cabrio
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Our reliability study for this generation Volkswagen Cabrio includes details on average repair costs, manufacturer recalls, and everything you need to know to gauge the long-term reliability of this generation Volkswagen Cabrio .
Trouble Spots
Consumer Guide's® Auto Editors have scoured repair bulletins and questioned mechanics to search
for commonly occurring problems for a particular vehicle. In some cases we also give possible manufacturer-suggested
solutions. In many instances these trouble spots are Technical Service Bulletins posted by the manufacturer,
however, we have our own expert looking at additional vehicle problems.
Airbags:
Installing an aftermarket glovebox could cause serious injury in the case of a deployment. (1995-96)
Automatic transmission:
The transmission may shift late, may not upshift, or may downshift unnecessarily due to a bad transmission-fluid-temperature sensor. (1997)
Dashboard lights:
The low coolant level light may come on due to a bad coolant sensor or improper antifreeze mixture. (1995-96)
Doors:
The door locks tend to freeze in cold weather. New locks with drain holes are available. (1995-96)
Hard starting:
Intermittent no-start or stalling condition is often due to the #3 relay. No trouble codes are stored in computer. (1993-96)
Transmission noise:
The final drive ring-and-pinion gears get damaged from a chipped reverse gear in transmissions built before 01/04/97, when a strainer was added during production. (1995-97)
Consumer Guide® Estimated Repair Costs
This table lists costs of likely repairs for comparison with other vehicles. The
dollar amount includes the cost of the part(s) and labor (based on $50 per hour) for the
typical repair without extras or add-ons. Like the pricing information, replacement
costs can vary widely depending on region. Expect charges at a new-car dealership
to be slightly higher.
| Item Name | Repair Cost |
| A/C Compressor | $520 |
| Alternator | $375 |
| Automatic Transmission or Transaxle | $675 |
| Brakes | $270 |
| Clutch, Pressure Plate, Bearing | $370 |
| Constant Velocity Joints | $1,430 |
| Exhaust System | $380 |
| Radiator | $380 |
| Shocks and/or Struts | $760 |
| Timing Chain or Belt | $110 |
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