Two problems related to brake foundation components have been reported for the 1999 Volkswagen Beetle. The most recently reported issues are listed below.
While traveling 50mph with the cruise control on, went to apply brakes to release cruise control & failed to release or to slow down vehicle. Instead, vehicle started to increase in speed & hit a concrete barrier. Also had hit or clipped 2 other vheicles. Then the vehicle slid sideways & came to a stop. No injuries.
Consumer complains of squeaking brakes.