Table 1 shows five common electrical system related problems of the 2005 Volkswagen Beetle. The number one most common problem is related to the electrical system (14 problems). The second most common problem is related to the alternator/generator/regulator (twelve problems).
| Problem Category | Number of Problems |
|---|---|
| Electrical System problems | |
| Alternator/generator/regulator problems | |
| Wiring problems | |
| Headlights Turn Off While Driving problems | |
| Fuses And Circuit Breaker problems |
I wasa driving and the engine lost power and everything shut down. Aoll the lights came on on the dashand it jujst stop power the stearing wheel locked . I was in a residential neighborhod going speed limit if I had been on the freeway I dont know what would of happen , im scared to drive my car now Read details...
While driving on a local highway, I heard a "click" then a "poof", then the car lost power, in traffic! it was towed to the mechanic we always use. They determined that the fuse box/alternator cable melted. They said this is a problem with the Beetle. Read details...
My VIN number on car is different from the VIN number on motor. I just found this out about one month ago. I wasn't told this when I bought the vehicle. . So, I don't know if this is a big problem or not. Read details...