Engine Problems of Volkswagen Beetle

Volkswagen Beetle owners have reported 5 problems related to engine (under the engine and engine cooling category). The most recently reported issues are listed below. Also please check out the statistics and reliability analysis of Volkswagen Beetle based on all problems reported for the Beetle.

1 Engine problem of the 2000 Volkswagen Beetle

Failure Date: 06/01/2002

Bolts that hold engine front on right hand side crystalized, heat treatment failed causing engine to come loose.

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2 Engine problem of the 2000 Volkswagen Beetle

Failure Date: 04/04/2001

Vehicle has experienced several problems with the engine and transmission. Consumer was informed that there was an internal problem with automatic transmission which required that transmission be replaced. Also, dealership has informed consumer that head gasket and control valve for the engine were defective. Note: dealership has been in possession of the vehicle for approximately 30 days.

3 Engine problem of the 1999 Volkswagen Beetle

Failure Date: 01/05/1999

Engine cover is poorly designed, and the car is too low. Engine cover gets pulled and scrapes on the ground and rippes apart which goes back into the engine. This occurs when going over a large speed bump also pulling up to a cylinder block.

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4 Engine problem of the 1998 Volkswagen Beetle

Failure Date: 05/05/1998

Mil light is on in the dash due to faulty secondary air change valve.

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5 Engine problem of the 2000 Volkswagen Beetle

While driving at 20-30 mph, the vehicle accelerated on its own regardless of braking by the driver. Oil pan failure was found out to be the cause.




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