Convertible top accumulating some kind of black substance that hardens and cannot be removed. at the three year mark, the car just began to deteriorate very quickly. timing belt, convertible stopped working, abs brakes kick in when not supposed to, exhaust system had to be replaced at 40k miles. key lock button fell out, cannot get it to stay in. seat belt assembly fell apart. interior door handles not made well, loosened and feel as if they may fall off. cd changer has never worked properly. *nlm
Both side door mouldings adhesive failed. reported to volkswagon and was advised that it happens a lot. they said they charge at least $100.00 for repairs. this is a manufacturers defect that could be hazardous since failure occurs on the adhesive during driving and could injure someone.*ak
Beige convertable top discoloring and deterating. tearing around rear window and turning a rust color.
Passenger's side windows go up and down intermittently. vehicle locks without prior warning, and alarm systems are not operable. *ak