Volkswagen New Beetle owners have reported 27 vehicle speed control related problems since 1996. Table 1 shows the 5 most common vehicle speed control problems. The number one most common problem is related to the vehicle's vehicle speed control (15 problems). The second most common problem is related to the vehicle's cruise control (6 problems). For details of each of the problem category, use the links in the table.
| Problem Category | Number of Problems |
|---|---|
| Vehicle Speed Control problems | |
| Cruise Control problems | |
| Accelerator Pedal problems | |
| Speed Control Linkage problems | |
| Accelerator Pedal Sensor problems |
2006 New Beetle convertible, 5 speed transmission, purchased new by myself as sole owner. Driving down road on 12/4/11 late at night suddenly could not shift gears; car would not go into any gear, causing me to have to coast in neutral through dangerous intersection in a major urban city. Read details...
While driving on a highway at 65 miles per hour, I attempted to turn the cruise control off. It did not go off. Then I applied the brakes and the brake pedal went all the way to the floor with no tension. There was no braking action at all. Read details...
While driving consumer applied the brake pedal and vehicle stalled. Consumer restarted the vehicle, and drove it to dealer. Mechanic informed consumer that it was designed that way. Read details...
While coming to an intersection and downshifting, instead of the car slowing down, the cruise control turned itself on and proceeded to accelerate. By pressing the brake pedal, the cruise control turned off. The cruise control switch has already been replaced one time. Read details...
The vehicle experienced loss of control due to the throttle pedal sensor. The vehicle was repaired by an independent mechanic. Read details...