Worst 2004 Volkswagen New Beetle Problems
Top 3 most-reported issues with average mileage at failure.
Air Bags:Frontal:Sensor/Control Module
Structural Problems
Visibility:Power Window Devices And Controls
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All Problems by Category
Every NHTSA complaint category for the 2004 Volkswagen New Beetle.
| Component | Complaints | Crashes | Fires | Avg Mileage | Volume |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Air Bags:Frontal:Sensor/Control Module | 2 | — | — | — | |
| Structural Problems | 2 | — | — | — | |
| Visibility:Power Window Devices And Controls | 2 | — | — | — | |
| Engine & Cooling | 1 | — | — | — | |
| Exterior Lighting:Headlights | 1 | — | — | — | |
| Exterior Lighting:Tail Lights | 1 | — | — | — | |
| Latches/Locks/Linkages:Doors:Latch | 1 | — | — | — | |
| Automatic Transmission | 1 | — | — | — | |
| Seat Belts:Front:Warning Light/Devices | 1 | — | — | — | |
| Seat-Related Issues | 1 | — | — | — | |
| Vehicle Speed Control:Accelerator Pedal | 1 | — | — | — | |
| Visibility | 1 | — | — | — | |
| Sunroof/Moonroof | 1 | — | — | — | |
| Visibility:Windshield Wiper/Washer | 1 | — | — | — | |
| Visibility:Windshield Wiper/Washer:Linkages | 1 | — | — | — |
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2004 Volkswagen New Beetle — FAQ
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Source: NHTSA (National Highway Traffic Safety Administration) complaint and recall databases, aggregated by VinItel.
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