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Common Problems with 2003 Volkswagen New Beetle

Retrospectively, the 2003 Volkswagen New Beetle had 5 complaints, and 20% of issues had something to do with EQUIPMENT problems.

What is the most common problem with a 2003 Volkswagen New Beetle?

Based on car owner complaints, the most common issues with the 2003 Volkswagen New Beetle fall into the category of EQUIPMENT. Below we had classified the complaints into groups by components affected.

EQUIPMENT 1 ELECTRICAL SYSTEM 1 LATCHES/LOCKS/LINKAGES 1 AIR BAGS 1 TIRES 1

Worst 2003 Volkswagen New Beetle Problems

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

SIDE/WINDOW
2003 Volkswagen New Beetle April 22, 2004 Victims: 1 Mileage: 26000 miles

While driving at 20 mph consumer's vehicle crashed into the rear end of another vehicle. consumer was wearing a seat belt that did not lock up. also...

TIRES
2003 Volkswagen New Beetle June 23, 2003 Victims: 1 Mileage: 4160 miles

While driving front left side wall tire blew out it caused the tire to become flat. it caused the wheel to go left and glance off the concrete divider...

GASOLINE
2003 Volkswagen New Beetle September 28, 2004 Mileage: 16000 miles

While driving at night the epc light came on. i wanted to pull over since the car is fairly new and had never seen that light on while driving. i p...