One problem related to hood hinge has been reported for the 2003 Volkswagen New Beetle. The most recently reported issues are listed below. Please also check out the statistics and reliability analysis of the 2003 Volkswagen New Beetle based on all problems reported for the 2003 New Beetle.
: the contact stated that while driving 50 mph, the vehicle was involved in a front-end collision. The hydraulic rod holding the hood up detached and entered through the windshield glass. The contact incurred wrist and ankle injuries in the collision. A police report was filed, and the vehicle was towed to an impound lot.