CarRecallWatchThe 2016 Volkswagen Beetle Convertible has 2 safety recalls on file with NHTSA.
Owners have filed 11 complaints with NHTSA.
The most-reported problem area is Air Bags (11 reports).
2016 Volkswagen Beetle Convertible recalls
Driver Airbag Inflator Can Explode, Sending Metal Fragments
The driver's side airbag inflator may rupture because its propellant degrades over long-term exposure to high humidity, high temperatures, and repeated temperature changes.
Key can be pulled out before Park, risking rollaway
A buildup of silicate on the shift lever micro switch contacts can allow the key to be removed from the ignition when the transmission shift lever is not in Park.
Most common 2016 Volkswagen Beetle Convertible problems
Problem areas named in the 11 complaints owners filed with NHTSA.
| Problem area | Reports |
|---|---|
| Air Bags | 11 |
What owners report
The contact owns a 2016 Volkswagen Beetle Convertible. The contact received notification of NHTSA Campaign Number: 22V945000 (Air Bags) however, the part to do the recall repair was not yet available. The local dealer was contacted. The contact stated that the manufacturer had exceeded a reasonable amount of time for the recall repair. The manufacturer was made aware of the issue. The contact had not experienced a failure. VIN tool confirms parts not available.
The contact owns a 2016 Volkswagen Beetle Convertible. The contact received notification of NHTSA Campaign Number: 22V945000 (Air Bags) however, the part to do the recall repair was unavailable. The local dealer was contacted, and it was confirmed that parts were not yet available. The contact stated that the manufacturer had exceeded a reasonable amount of time for the recall repair. The manufacturer was made aware of the issue. The contact had not experienced a failure. VIN tool confirms parts not available.
The contact owns a 2016 Volkswagen Beetle Convertible. The contact received notification of NHTSA Campaign Number: 22V945000 (Air Bags) however, the part to do the recall repair was not yet available. An unknown local dealer was contacted. The contact stated that the manufacturer had exceeded a reasonable amount of time for the recall repair. The manufacturer was not made aware of the issue. The contact had not experienced a failure. VIN tool confirms parts not available.
Takata recall. The contact owns a 2016 Volkswagen Beetle Convertible. The contact received notification of NHTSA Campaign Number: 22V945000 (Air Bags) however, the part to do the recall repair was not yet available. The local dealer was not contacted. The contact stated that the manufacturer had exceeded a reasonable amount of time for the recall repair. The manufacturer was not made aware of the issue. The contact had not experienced a failure. VIN tool confirms parts not available.
Takata recall. The contact owns a 2016 Volkswagen Beetle Convertible. The contact received notification of NHTSA Campaign Number: 22V945000 (Air Bags) however, the part to do the recall repair was not yet available. The contact stated that the manufacturer had exceeded a reasonable amount of time for the recall repair. The dealer was made aware of the issue and confirmed that parts were not yet available. The manufacturer was made aware of the issue and confirmed that parts were not yet available. The contact had not experienced a failure. VIN tool confirms parts not available.
2016 Volkswagen Beetle Convertible questions
Does the 2016 Volkswagen Beetle Convertible have any recalls?
Yes. NHTSA lists 2 safety recalls for the 2016 Volkswagen Beetle Convertible: Driver Airbag Inflator Can Explode, Sending Metal Fragments; Key can be pulled out before Park, risking rollaway. Recall repairs are normally free at an authorized dealer.
What are the most common problems with the 2016 Volkswagen Beetle Convertible?
Based on 11 owner complaints filed with NHTSA, the most-reported problem areas are Air Bags (11).
How do I check if a recall on my 2016 Volkswagen Beetle Convertible has been fixed?
Enter your 17-character VIN in our VIN recall check. It shows open recalls that have not been repaired on your specific vehicle. Recall repairs are normally free at an authorized dealer.