Used 2018 Volkswagen Jetta engine computer from a salvage yard

Year-specific price guide

Used 2018 Volkswagen Jetta Engine Computer prices

Year-specific used engine computer pricing for the 2018 Volkswagen Jetta, built from real salvage yard and junkyard listings with condition grade and fitment detail.
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Last updatedSep 12, 2026

Part overview

About the 2018 Volkswagen Jetta engine computer

A used 2018 Volkswagen Jetta engine computer costs between $39 and $245, with a median of $125 from 106 salvage yard listings.

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

Also known asECUECMPCMEngine Control ModuleEngine Control UnitPowertrain Control Module
Price summary

A used 2018 Volkswagen Jetta engine computer costs $39 to $245, with a median asking price of $125. Based on 106 priced salvage yard listings across the US, updated Sep 12, 2026. Prices exclude shipping, core charges, and installation.

Grade A (excellent)$126
Grade B (good)$91

2018 Volkswagen Jetta engine computer price snapshot

USD
Low
$39
Average
$129
High
$245
123 listings observed · 106 priced listings used · last updated Sep 12, 2026· How we price·

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Condition comparison

Price by part grade

Grade AClean / low wear$39–$24595 listings
Grade BStandard used$75–$1217 listings
Grade XUngraded$55–$1204 listings

Median by grade

Grade price comparison

Median asking price by seller-reported condition grade · $39–$245 overall range

Replacement cost

What is the 2018 Volkswagen Jetta engine computer replacement cost?

ESTIMATE
Used part
$125
2018 Volkswagen Jetta median asking price
Labor
$95–$450
1–3 hours at $95–$150/hr
Estimated total
$220–$575
median used part + labor

Labor is a typical independent-shop range for engine computer replacement, not a quote for your vehicle; it does not include programming and key relearn procedure. The part price is the live median from the salvage-yard listings on this page. Full engine computer replacement cost breakdown

Fitment matters

Price by trim & variant

1.8L (VIN 1, 5th digit, engine ID CPRA)44 listings$132$55 – $240
1.4L, VIN B (5th digit)41 listings$103$50 – $238
1.4L, VIN 6 (5th digit)21 listings$126$39 – $245

Year-specific context

How does the 2018 Volkswagen Jetta compare?

The 2018 guide is based on 123 observed listings, including 106 with posted prices. Its $125 median is 5% below the Volkswagen Jetta guide's $131 median.

Among the 10 model years with current price data, 2018 ranks #4 from lowest to highest median.

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

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01wide ±154%

AC Compressor

$103median
$30$348
02wide ±142%

ABS Module

$132median
$40$416
03wide ±286%

Air Bag

$137median
$30$813
04wide ±177%

Alternator

$100median
$32$385
05wide ±171%

Axle Shaft

$105median
$25$385
06wide ±202%

Blower Motor

$80median
$20$343
07wide ±187%

Brake Caliper

$75median
$20$300
08wide ±102%

Rear Bumper Assembly

$400median
$118$931
09wide ±81%

Front Bumper

$289median
$99$570
10wide ±152%

Rear Bumper

$245median
$40$785
11wide ±221%

Car Radio

$141median
$34$656
12wide ±148%

Center Console

$105median
$35$346
13wide ±135%

AC Condenser

$113median
$40$345
14wide ±143%

Control Arm

$100median
$35$321
15tight ±3%

Differential

$400median
$400$420
16wide ±89%

Door Assembly

$600median
$115$1,181
17

Drive Shaft

Price data updating

18wide ±217%

Engine

$1,500median
$250$6,765
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
48

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

2018 Volkswagen Jetta engine computer FAQ

How much is a used 2018 Volkswagen Jetta engine computer?

Based on 106 priced salvage-yard listings, a used 2018 Volkswagen Jetta engine computer lists between $39 and $245, with a median asking price of $125.

How much does it cost to replace a 2018 Volkswagen Jetta engine computer?

Using a used part, a 2018 Volkswagen Jetta engine computer replacement typically runs $220–$575 all-in: the median used engine computer for this year lists at $125, and independent-shop labor for engine computer replacement typically takes 1–3 hours at $95–$150/hr ($95–$450). The labor figure does not include programming and key relearn procedure. Labor is a national part-level estimate, not a quote for your vehicle.

Will a 2018 Volkswagen Jetta engine computer fit another year?

This price guide does not confirm interchangeability. Check the seller's part number, drivetrain, trim or variant, and your VIN before buying; parts from the same model can use different fitments in the same year.

How much is a 2018 Volkswagen Jetta ecu?

A ecu is another name for a engine computer. The prices on this page cover the 2018 Volkswagen Jetta engine computer — median $125, from 106 listings.

2018 Volkswagen Jetta Engine Computer Cost — Used From $39 to $245