One problem related to air conditioner has been reported for the 2002 Volkswagen New Beetle. The most recently reported issues are listed below. Please also check out the statistics and reliability analysis of the 2002 Volkswagen New Beetle based on all problems reported for the 2002 New Beetle.
Air conditioner compressor clutch fell off car under normal use. This would have been a serious safety issue had the dust cover on the bottom of the motor compartment not have caught it and the clutch was thrown into traffic. .