Hatchback/liftgate Lock problems of the 1998 Volkswagen Beetle

Two problems related to hatchback/liftgate lock have been reported for the 1998 Volkswagen Beetle. The most recently reported issues are listed below.

1 Hatchback/liftgate Lock problem

Failure Date: 08/01/1998

Rear hatch lock failed. Nlm.

2 Hatchback/liftgate Lock problem

Failure Date: 06/20/1998

Trunk hard to close due to liftgate lock mechanism failure.


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