Table 1 shows 16 common electrical system related problems of the 2000 Volkswagen Beetle. The number one most common problem is related to the electrical system (17 problems). The second most common problem is related to the horn assembly (five problems).
Terminal box above battery has a black wire that get extremely hot and melts in its receptacle in the terminal box. Have replaced the terminal box and that one was also melted within a few days after installation of the new box. Read details...
One relay sensor in my horn failed which caused horn not to function. Had to replace all four relay sensors in order to correct problem. Dealership charged me $ 300. Read details...
Check engine light has been on more often than not since 22,000 miles. On 8/28/01 O2 sensor replaced by dealer (#1). On 1/20/03 dealer (#3) told me that engine wiring harness needed to be replaced for an estimated cost to owner of $1306. 25. Car brought to nondealer and repaired for $36. Read details...