Used 2016 Volkswagen Jetta alternator from a salvage yard

Year-specific price guide

Used 2016 Volkswagen Jetta Alternator prices

Year-specific used alternator pricing for the 2016 Volkswagen Jetta, built from real salvage yard and junkyard listings with condition grade and fitment detail.
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Last updatedSep 20, 2026

Part overview

About the 2016 Volkswagen Jetta alternator

A used 2016 Volkswagen Jetta alternator costs between $35 and $216, with a median of $75 from 141 salvage yard listings.

What the alternator does, common failure signs, and prices across all vehicles: used alternator price guide →

Price summary

A used 2016 Volkswagen Jetta alternator costs $35 to $216, with a median asking price of $75. Based on 141 priced salvage yard listings across the US, compatible across 2006–2018 (13 model years), updated Sep 20, 2026. Prices exclude shipping, core charges, and installation.

Grade A (excellent)$85
Grade B (good)$85
Grade C (fair)$60

2016 Volkswagen Jetta alternator price snapshot

USD
Low
$35
Average
$96
High
$216
249 listings observed · 141 priced listings used · last updated Sep 20, 2026· How we price·

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Condition comparison

Price by part grade

Grade AClean / low wear$35–$21679 listings
Grade BStandard used$50–$19011 listings
Grade CVisible wear$45–$602 listings
Grade XUngraded$40–$15349 listings

Median by grade

Grade price comparison

Median asking price by seller-reported condition grade · $35–$216 overall range

Replacement cost

What is the 2016 Volkswagen Jetta alternator replacement cost?

ESTIMATE
Used part
$75
2016 Volkswagen Jetta median asking price
Labor
$95–$375
1–2.5 hours at $95–$150/hr
Estimated total
$170–$450
median used part + labor

Labor is a typical independent-shop range for alternator replacement, not a quote for your vehicle. The part price is the live median from the salvage-yard listings on this page. Full alternator replacement cost breakdown

Fitment matters

Price by trim & variant

1.4L, (140 amp), Bosch manufacturer28 listingsInterchange 2016–2018$85$35 – $195
2.0L, gasoline, engine ID CPLA, (Bosch manufacturer), (140 amp)18 listingsInterchange 2014–2017$153$50 – $216
2.0L, gasoline, engine ID CBPA, 140 amp, Valeo manufacturer9 listingsInterchange 2007–2015$65$45 – $85
1.4L, (140 amp), Valeo manufacturer8 listingsInterchange 2016–2017$65$50 – $85
2.0L, gasoline, engine ID CBPA, 110 amp7 listingsInterchange 2007–2015$166$70 – $203
1.8L, (Bosch manufacturer), (140 amp)3 listingsInterchange 2014–2016$80$80 – $153
2.0L, gasoline, engine ID CPPA, (Bosch manufacturer), (140 amp)3 listingsInterchange 2014–2016$80$80 – $153

Year-specific context

How does the 2016 Volkswagen Jetta compare?

The 2016 guide is based on 249 observed listings, including 141 with posted prices. Its $75 median is 25% below the Volkswagen Jetta guide's $100 median.

Among the 11 model years with current price data, 2016 ranks #2 from lowest to highest median.

Interchange data shows this part is also listed under model years 2006, 2007, 2008, 2009, 2010, 2011, 2012, 2013, 2014, 2015, 2017, 2018. Shopping across all 13 compatible years may surface better prices or condition grades.

Pricing is not a fitment guarantee. Match the VIN, part number, engine or drivetrain, and seller-listed variant before ordering.

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AC Compressor

$103median
$30$348
02wide ±142%

ABS Module

$132median
$40$416
03wide ±286%

Air Bag

$137median
$30$813
04wide ±171%

Axle Shaft

$105median
$25$385
05wide ±202%

Blower Motor

$80median
$20$343
06wide ±187%

Brake Caliper

$75median
$20$300
07wide ±102%

Rear Bumper Assembly

$400median
$118$931
08wide ±81%

Front Bumper

$289median
$99$570
09wide ±152%

Rear Bumper

$245median
$40$785
10wide ±221%

Car Radio

$141median
$34$656
11wide ±148%

Center Console

$105median
$35$346
12wide ±135%

AC Condenser

$113median
$40$345
13wide ±143%

Control Arm

$100median
$35$321
14tight ±3%

Differential

$400median
$400$420
15wide ±89%

Door Assembly

$600median
$115$1,181
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Drive Shaft

Price data updating

17wide ±217%

Engine

$1,500median
$250$6,765
18wide ±177%

Engine Computer

$131median
$36$500
19wide ±145%

Exhaust Manifold

$247median
$45$760
20wide ±113%

Fender

$154median
$70$419
21wide ±130%

Fog Light

$140median
$40$405
22wide ±127%

Front Seat

$161median
$55$465
23wide ±91%

Fuel Pump

$93median
$50$220
24wide ±134%

Fuel Tank

$150median
$48$450
25wide ±148%

Grille

$168median
$28$525
26wide ±156%

Headlight Assembly

$467median
$85$1,540
27wide ±210%

Heater Core

$91median
$40$422
28wide ±109%

Hood

$384median
$125$960
29wide ±103%

Ignition Switch

$78median
$35$195
30

Instrument Cluster

Price data updating

31wide ±107%

Intake Manifold

$116median
$51$300
32wide ±126%

Master Cylinder

$85median
$25$240
33wide ±119%

Side Mirror

$228median
$44$588
34wide ±73%

Power Steering Pump

$89median
$41$171
35wide ±76%

Quarter Panel

$426median
$200$848
36wide ±152%

Radiator

$138median
$40$460
37wide ±136%

Rear View Mirror

$103median
$25$305
38wide ±209%

Starter

$85median
$25$380
39wide ±188%

Steering Column

$125median
$30$500
40wide ±248%

Steering Rack

$175median
$40$909
41wide ±108%

Steering Wheel

$160median
$40$387
42wide ±155%

Strut

$85median
$30$294
43wide ±107%

Sunroof

$421median
$71$974
44wide ±158%

Tail Light

$125median
$25$420
45wide ±103%

Tailgate

$418median
$100$960
46wide ±111%

Throttle Body

$71median
$30$188
47wide ±75%

Torque Converter

$150median
$75$300
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Transfer Case

Price data updating

49wide ±279%

Transmission

$850median
$143$4,894
50wide ±167%

Transmission Control Module

$103median
$32$375
51wide ±122%

Turbocharger

$350median
$145$1,000
52wide ±104%

Water Pump

$65median
$30$165
53wide ±190%

Wheels

$142median
$28$568
54wide ±145%

Window Regulator

$76median
$29$249

Common questions

2016 Volkswagen Jetta alternator FAQ

How much is a used 2016 Volkswagen Jetta alternator?

Based on 141 priced salvage-yard listings, a used 2016 Volkswagen Jetta alternator lists between $35 and $216, with a median asking price of $75.

How much does it cost to replace a 2016 Volkswagen Jetta alternator?

Using a used part, a 2016 Volkswagen Jetta alternator replacement typically runs $170–$450 all-in: the median used alternator for this year lists at $75, and independent-shop labor for alternator replacement typically takes 1–2.5 hours at $95–$150/hr ($95–$375). Labor is a national part-level estimate, not a quote for your vehicle.

Will a 2016 Volkswagen Jetta alternator fit another year?

Based on salvage-yard interchange data, listings for the 2016 Volkswagen Jetta alternator also appear under model years 2006, 2007, 2008, 2009, 2010, 2011, 2012, 2013, 2014, 2015, 2017, 2018, suggesting these years share compatible fitments. Always verify the exact part number, drivetrain, trim, and your VIN before buying — interchange compatibility can vary by variant.

2016 Volkswagen Jetta Alternator Cost — Used From $35 to $216