Two problems related to radio/tape cd player 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.
: the contact stated that while driving at 40 mph, the electrical system shut off, followed by an electrical burning smell. The vehicle was taken to a service dealer, where it was determined that the stereo amplifier was faulty and had burned.
Consumer complained about electrical problems; the speakers didn't work/windows kept going up and down, and transmission failed. The car was not even a one year old. The replaced transmission still performs poorly. The air bag light came on at least 3-4 times.
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