Volkswagen New Beetle owners have reported 129 electrical system related problems since 1996. Table 1 shows the 22 most common electrical system problems. The number one most common problem is related to the vehicle's electrical system (30 problems). The second most common problem is related to the vehicle's alternator/generator/regulator (12 problems). For details of each of the problem category, use the links in the table.
Odbi came on was tested indicating cylinder misfiretook it for repair was informed two wires were broken and spark plug was severely fouled now there's a compression problem which requires the engine to be torn apart. Read details...
2001 vw beetle. From the very beginning, it has been nothing but problems. For the first few years it was covered under the warranty, free of charge repairs. I have low mileage so I thought that by the time these items were repaired it would be fine when the warranty expired. Read details...
The contact owns a 2007 Volkswagen beetle. The contact stated that the vehicle had an electrical system failure on the driver's side. On occasion, several attempts were needed in order to start the vehicle. Read details...
Airbag light came on. I took it in and they said it is caused by a bad wiring harness in the drivers seat, something to do with the seatbelt latch. It is my understanding that the airbags will not work if the light is on. There should be a recall. Read details...
1. Attempted to start vehicle; 2. Engine then "exploded" resulting in engine fire and destruction of engine and all underhood components. Read details...