Three problems related to engine 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.
Engine computer randomly detects fault in turbo system and reduces engine power to unsafe level. Then any traffic maneuver that requires acceleration, I. E. Merging onto a freeway, etc. , becomes extremely unsafe. Volkswagen service department had the car for three weeks and was unable to repair it.
I purchased a used 2004 volkswagon convertible New Beetle turbo in April 2005 . I noticed the oil light kept coming on , so I set up an appointment to have it serviced. They indicated that there was sludge buildup, and stated that unless I had receipts on recent oil change, the warranty would not cover it. I was frustrated because I was paying on a fairly new Volkswagen, and coud not even drive it. They had quoted me a price of $5,000 to repair it .
Oil light came on while driving. Stopped car immediately. Checked oil and it looked fine. Called Volkswagen , and was told to have car towed to dealership. Aaa towed vehicle to chapman scottsdale autoplex vw dealership service department 6601 east mc dowell st, scottsdale az 85257. 480-949-7600. Was told oil sending unit had an internal short, presure testing passed. No other problems with oil system was stated by Volkswagen service department. Sensor replaced. Oil/filter changed. Mileage 52197.