Seat Belt Related Problems of the 2003 Volkswagen New Beetle

Table 1 shows two common seat belt related problems of the 2003 Volkswagen New Beetle. The number one most common problem is related to the seat belt (three problems). The second most common problem is related to the front seat belt buckle assembly (one problem).

Table 1. Seat Belt related problems of Volkswagen New Beetle

Problem Category Number of Problems
Seat Belt problems
3
Front Seat Belt Buckle Assembly problems
1

Recently reported Seat Belt problems of the 2003 Volkswagen New Beetle

The Seat Belt problem

When the engine was started, the air bag warning light illuminated on the instrument panel and stays illuminated until the engine is turned off. The seat belt light goes off after the car is started even when no seatbelts are put on.   Read details...

The Front Seat Belt Buckle Assembly problem

While driving at 20 mph consumer's vehicle crashed into the rear end of another vehicle. Consumer was wearing a seat belt that did not lock up. Also, passenger's side airbag deployed, but driver's side air bag did not. Consumer sustained minor bruises to the chest and head.   Read details...


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