Power Window problems of the 2002 Volkswagen Beetle

Four problems related to power window have been reported for the 2002 Volkswagen Beetle. The most recently reported issues are listed below.

1 Power Window problem

Failure Date: 08/01/2008

I own a 2002 vw Beetle and the passenger side window regulator went out about 2 months ago and have since changed it out. Now the same thing has happened to the drivers side. I have noticed surfing the web that there have been several other complaints about this problem. Why does this happen so frequently and is there a recall on this item? if not there should be.

2 Power Window problem

Failure Date: 06/15/2007

Currently have very low mileage(now under 20000) 2002 vw new Beetle purchased new. After time warranty expired both power window(passenger and driver sides) regulators failed (at different times and mileages) spontaneously not due to any external event. . Both regulators required replacement at considerable cost. This is very unusual because auto window regulators usually are very durable when not damaged by external crash or the like. I reported this to Volkswagen but got no satisfaction. On the internet I have found many other complaints from owners about this problem to their dismay and without satisfaction from Volkswagen. There should have been a recall for the defective parts!.

3 Power Window problem

Failure Date: 09/15/2006

Window cable broken. Had pass. Side replaced 2 months ago, now drivers side broken. Window fell into door.

4 Power Window problem

Failure Date: 09/20/2001

Window regulator keeps breaking, causing power windows to malfunction. Had part replaced 3 times. Problem still occurring.


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