Three problems related to electrical failure have been reported for the 2004 Volkswagen New Beetle. The most recently reported issues are listed below. Please also check out the statistics and reliability analysis of the 2004 Volkswagen New Beetle based on all problems reported for the 2004 New Beetle.
4th electrical failure, 3rd airbag light/malfuction. 5 days after servicing car for airbag safety issue, same repeated problem. (see complaint 10148516, 10148511).
3rd electrical failure, 2nd airbag light/malfunction. Continued issue with airbag light on/malfunctioning spontaneously.
4 days after purchasing volksw beetle 1. 8l turbo I had a complete electrical system failure while driving . No readouts, engine will crank, but does not turn over. No electrical lights or readouts. Had to have vehicle towed to bob baker Volkswagen dealership where car was purchased for service. Repeated electrical issues/repairs to current date.