Table 1 shows twelve common engine and engine cooling related problems of the 2000 Volkswagen New Beetle. The number one most common problem is related to the engine turbo-charger (three problems). The second most common problem is related to the car stall (three problems).
I recently purchased a 2000 vw New Beetle on October 10, 2007. My significant other drove the car to work. When she got ready to leave the car would not start. She called a mechanic and they checked the vehicle. They determined that the timing belt had broken. Read details...
2. 0 aeg motor uses excessive amounts of oil and exhibits piston slap on cold start. Engine uses a quart of oil every 500 miles. I have been told the piston rings have been installed upside down at the factory, which is the reasoning behind the poor oil control. Vw is aware of the problem. Read details...
I recently purchased a 2000 vw New Beetle on October 10, 2007. My significant other drove the car to work. When she got ready to leave the car would not start. She called a mechanic and they checked the vehicle. They determined that the timing belt had broken. Read details...