2017 Volkswagen Beetle Convertible Recalls, Problems & Safety Rating

2 safety recalls on file

The 2017 Volkswagen Beetle Convertible has 2 safety recalls on file with NHTSA.

Owners have filed 2 complaints with NHTSA.

The most-reported problem area is Air Bags (2 reports).

2Recalls
2Owner complaints
0Crashes reported
n/aNHTSA safety rating
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2017 Volkswagen Beetle Convertible recalls

Driver Airbag Inflator Can Explode, Spraying Metal Shards

Recall 24V834Oct 30, 2024248,330 vehicles affected

The driver's side frontal airbag inflator can rupture, or explode, because its propellant degrades over time.

Key can be pulled out before Park, risking rollaway

Recall 19V615Aug 22, 2019679,027 vehicles affected

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 2017 Volkswagen Beetle Convertible problems

Problem areas named in the 2 complaints owners filed with NHTSA.

Problem areaReports
Air Bags2
Electrical System1

What owners report

2025-07-24, Air Bags
The contact owns a 2017 Volkswagen Beetle Convertible. The contact received notification of NHTSA Campaign Number: 24V834000 (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.
2025-06-24, Air Bags
The contact owns a 2017 Volkswagen Beetle Convertible. The contact stated while driving 15 MPH, several unknown warning lights illuminated. The contact received notification of NHTSA Campaign Number: 24V834000 (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 not made aware of the issue. The failure mileage was approximately 60,000. VIN tool confirms parts not available.

2017 Volkswagen Beetle Convertible questions

Does the 2017 Volkswagen Beetle Convertible have any recalls?

Yes. NHTSA lists 2 safety recalls for the 2017 Volkswagen Beetle Convertible: Driver Airbag Inflator Can Explode, Spraying Metal Shards; 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 2017 Volkswagen Beetle Convertible?

Based on 2 owner complaints filed with NHTSA, the most-reported problem areas are Air Bags (2), Electrical System (1).

How do I check if a recall on my 2017 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.

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