Table 1 shows seven common electrical system related problems of the 1998 Volkswagen New Beetle. The number one most common problem is related to the battery (two problems). The second most common problem is related to the dash wiring (two problems).
| Problem Category | Number of Problems |
|---|---|
| Battery problems | |
| Dash Wiring problems | |
| Ignition problems | |
| Trunk Wiring problems | |
| Underhood Wiring problems | |
| Starter Relay problems | |
| Battery Dead problems |
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