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Garage in Fareham, 13 years of experience

Joseph Bloomfield Mobile Mechanic. The business covers all makes/models & repairs, so no job is too big or too small. I cover the South Coast area & beyond.

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Garage in London, 12 years of experience

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Garage in Hull, 15 years of experience

I started my career back in the early 2000's working as a mobile breakdown and recovery technician. Having worked here for a number of years I then worked at several other independent garages. I have work...

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Garage in Redcar, 19 years of experience

I am originally a self taught mechanic from an engineering background and I repaired cars in my own time from 2004-2007, I realised I needed to have official qualifications so I attended Middlesbrough Colleg...

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Garage in Shrewsbury, 40 years of experience

main dealer at d.c.cook citroen independant garage and also run a commercial vehicle workshop on behalf of a business. been self employed for over 10 years now

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Mobile mechanic in Leiston , 20 years of experience

I started my apprenticeship when I was 16 years old for a Volkswagen dealership. I was there for 10 years. Then I moved on and went onto gearbox reconditioning which I was there for another five years, then ...

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Garage in Milton Keynes , 10 years of experience

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Garage in Chelmsford, 13 years of experience

I started an apprenticeship for the local council where I learnt my craft and gained a lot of qualifications and experience. For the past 2 years I have been self employed carrying out mobile repairs and ser...

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Mobile mechanic in Stirlingshire, 25 years of experience

Started in the industry from a very young age. Gaining a good 10 years experience I then decided to get formal qualifications to consolidate the experience I had gained at the ages of 25. I now have about 30...

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Garage in Aberdeen , 5 years of experience

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Garage in London , 5 years of experience

I have more then 5 years of work experience with vast makes of vehicles. I am specialized in diagnostic, programing and inspecting and fixing Mechanical components of various vehicles.

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Garage in Milton Keynes, 25 years of experience

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Frequently asked questions about Volkswagen ignition switch repair & replacements

Read our answers to questions about ignition switch repair costs, symptoms and more.

How do you know there is something wrong with my Volkswagen Ignition Switch?

  • When the car does not start.
  • When starting the car is problematic.
  • When the engine cuts out after starting.
  • When components powered by the electrical system do not work like the radio or lights.

When should you replace Volkswagen Ignition Switch?

Seeing that the ignition switch is the component that enables electricity to reach most vital components of a car it is important the switch works correctly. Over time, the switch's condition might deteriorate due to extensive use and might be unable to provide a solid electrical connection. Especially the ignition's lock cylinder is prone to wear.

Should you experience problems with an ignition switch then it is advisable to have it inspected and, if necessary, have it replaced. Remember, the ignition switch should always be serviced as and when stipulated in the guidelines set out by your car's manufacturer.

What happens during a Ignition Switch replacement on my Volkswagen?

  • Mechanic will read the ECU for possible fault codes related to the ignition system.
  • Mechanic will inspect the ignition system and ignition switch by way of the spark tester to establish what fault there is in the system.
  • If necessary, the mechanic will replace the ignition switch.
  • Mechanic will advise if any other parts need to be replaced.
  • Mechanic will check if the system works properly again.
  • If necessary, the mechanic will make any adjustments.

How much does a Volkswagen ignition switch repair cost?

The cost for a Volkswagen ignition switch repair depends on the model of your Volkswagen. See the averages for different models below. We use industry standard data & millions of data points so you know what you should be paying.

These estimates may include Starter/ignition switch.

Name Average Cost
Volkswagen Beetle £107 Get exact price
Volkswagen Bora £84 Get exact price
Volkswagen Caddy £183 Get exact price
Volkswagen Caddy Maxi £235 Get exact price
Volkswagen Caravelle £207 Get exact price
Volkswagen Corrado £120 Get exact price
Volkswagen Crafter £354 Get exact price
Volkswagen Eos £230 Get exact price
Volkswagen Fox £95 Get exact price
Volkswagen Golf £131 Get exact price
Volkswagen Golf Plus £162 Get exact price
Volkswagen Jetta £194 Get exact price
Volkswagen LT £135 Get exact price
Volkswagen Lupo £85 Get exact price
Volkswagen Passat £97 Get exact price
Volkswagen Passat CC £218 Get exact price
Volkswagen Phaeton £310 Get exact price
Volkswagen Polo £122 Get exact price
Volkswagen Scirocco £195 Get exact price
Volkswagen Tiguan £219 Get exact price
Volkswagen Touareg £305 Get exact price
Volkswagen Touran £218 Get exact price
Volkswagen Transporter £86 Get exact price
Volkswagen Transporter Shuttle £232 Get exact price
Volkswagen up! £201 Get exact price

Estimates on average repair costs, such as the above results for an ignition switch repair, are based on ClickMechanic's quote data which combines multiple third-party sources. Actual costs may vary. We provide estimates on average repair costs for information only and accept no liability for any inaccuracies or errors. If you think an estimate is incorrect, please contact us to let us know.

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