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Common Problems with 2002 Volkswagen New Beetle

Retrospectively, the 2002 Volkswagen New Beetle had 11 complaints, and 27% of issues had something to do with ELECTRICAL SYSTEM problems.

What is the most common problem with a 2002 Volkswagen New Beetle?

Based on car owner complaints, the most common issues with the 2002 Volkswagen New Beetle fall into the category of ELECTRICAL SYSTEM. Below we had classified the complaints into groups by components affected.

ELECTRICAL SYSTEM 3 UNKNOWN OR OTHER 2 PARKING BRAKE 2 VEHICLE SPEED CONTROL 1 LATCHES/LOCKS/LINKAGES 1 SEATS 1 INTERIOR LIGHTING 1

Worst 2002 Volkswagen New Beetle Problems

We have singled out the top-3 most critical reports that involved victims or injuries.

AUTOMATIC TRANSMISSION
2002 Volkswagen New Beetle February 5, 2002 Victims: 2

Transmission noted to be downshifted very hard when coming to a slow stop. when slowing to a stop and reaching the 15-20 mph area car will jerk hard....

SENSOR/CONTROL MODULE
2002 Volkswagen New Beetle November 8, 2003 Mileage: 41583 miles

Seatbelt air bag sensor- air bag malfunction light came on 11/8/03 took the car to the dealership they ordered the part. both headlights were not work...

AUTOMATIC TRANSMISSION
2002 Volkswagen New Beetle August 17, 2002 Mileage: 10000 miles

The transmission in my 2002 new beetle fails to engage for a second or two after the car has been sitting for a while. doesn't do it at other times,...