Table 1 shows three common service brakes related problems of the 2006 Volkswagen Beetle.
| Problem Category | Number of Problems |
|---|---|
| Service Brakes problems | |
| Brake Master Cylinder problems | |
| Brakes Failed problems |
The contact owns a 2006 Volkswagen Beetle. The contact stated that the engine shuts off when the brakes are applied. The failure began on October 8, 2008 and occurs intermittently. The engine indicator illuminated only once prior to the failure. The vehicle has been to the dealer three times and they cleaned the carburetor, checked the fuel line, and power flushed the coolant; however, the failure still persists. The dealer stated that nothing could be done because the diagnostic could not produce a failure code. A report was filed with the manufacturer and they stated that they have not received any complaints concerning the failure. The failure mileage was 900 and current mileage was 54,500. Updated 01/08/09. The consumer stated Volvo fixed the problem and no further assistance is needed. Updated 01/12/09.
Was driving and realized my brake's didn't feel right. Had new brakes and rotors put on. . Had the brakes and the master cylinder bled. . Still felt funny. . Took it to a garage this am and he found that the booster vacuum is bad. Mechanic tried to call to order one and they are scarce. He believes the shortage may be because their is a recall on this. Also the glove compartment latch fell apart and it's impossible to find a used one anywhere because they are in demand by vw owners.
Brake failure resulted in crash and total loss of vehicle. Traveling on flat straight four lane road with raised median approximately 45mph. Vehicles to the right and median to the left. Brakes did not slow the vehicle. Vehicle crashed into another stopped vehicle.