Table 1 shows five common exterior lighting related problems of the 2002 Volkswagen Beetle. The number one most common problem is related to the brake light switch (three problems). The second most common problem is related to the turn signal (two problems).
| Problem Category | Number of Problems |
|---|---|
| Brake Light Switch problems | |
| Turn Signal problems | |
| Tail Light Switch problems | |
| Hazard Flashing Warning Light Unit problems | |
| Turn Signal Flasher Unit problems |
: the contact stated a NHTSA recall letter was received indicating the brake safety switch needed to be replaced at the nearest dealership. The vehicle had not presented any problems with the brake light switch yet. The nearest dealership was 130 miles from the locality. Read details...
The turn signals to not work. Consumer has to remove the bulb and replace them to make them work. Vehicle has been serviced for the ongoing problem, and the dealer has only replaced the bulbs. The consumer stated the bulbs that where replaced where not burnt out and the problem resides in the Read details...
I own two of the vw new Beetles. One is 2002 and the other is 2003. Both of them have trouble with the taillight/stoplight and turn signals not working due to a defective contact design in the bulb socket. Read details...