general problems of the 1998 Volkswagen New Beetle

Two problems related to structure have been reported for the 1998 Volkswagen New Beetle. The most recently reported issues are listed below.

1 Structure problem

Failure Date: 12/31/2007

Large puddle of water accumulates in rear passenger footwell after a heavy rain. I do not have a moonroof so there are no clogged drains there. All drains have been clear in the doors and under battery and pollen filter. I have concluded this is a design flaw as hundreds of other posts online with vw's seem to have the same problem which is not covered under vw's warranty.

2 Structure problem

Failure Date: 01/01/1901

The vehicle had inadequate ground clearance. As a result, the front portion of the engine splash shield scrapes on the upper surface of the concrete stop.


Other Structure related problems of the 1998 Volkswagen New Beetle

Structure problems
2
Hood Hinge problems
1
Door problems
1


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