CarRecallWatchThe 2002 Volkswagen Beetle has 2 safety recalls on file with NHTSA.
Owners have filed 165 complaints with NHTSA, including 13 crashes, 4 fires, 12 injuries.
The most-reported problem area is Air Bags (43 reports).
2002 Volkswagen Beetle recalls
Most common 2002 Volkswagen Beetle problems
Problem areas named in the 165 complaints owners filed with NHTSA.
| Problem area | Reports |
|---|---|
| Air Bags | 43 |
| Electrical System | 40 |
| Power Train | 23 |
| Engine And Engine Cooling | 23 |
| Exterior Lighting | 15 |
| Visibility | 12 |
| Seat Belts | 12 |
| Structure | 11 |
| Service Brakes, Hydraulic | 7 |
| Vehicle Speed Control | 6 |
What owners report
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I was driving down the road an the car started accelerating all by it's self so I pulled over but every time I let off the break it acted like I had the gas to the floor. The O2 sensor wire's shorted and burnt up the ECM making the CPU light to come on.
I WAS DRIVING ON THE HIGHWAY WITH MY DAUGHTER AND GIRLFRIEND WHEN SUDDENLY THE CAR CAUGHT AN ELECTRICAL FIRE OUT OF NOWHERE. I PULLED OVER AND CLOUDY SMOKE WAS ARISING LUCKILY THE STATE TROOPER HAD A FIRE EXTINGUISHER TO PUT IT OUT BEFORE THE CAR CAUGHT ON HEAVY FLAMES.
TL* THE CONTACT OWNS A 2002 VOLKSWAGEN BEETLE. WHILE DRIVING 60 MPH, THE ABS MAIN CONTROL UNIT INDICATOR ILLUMINATED. AN INDEPENDENT MECHANIC STATED THAT THE ABS WAS MALFUNCTIONING. THE CONTACT TOOK THE VEHICLE TO THE DEALER (VOLKSWAGEN OF OAKLAND, 2740 BROADWAY, OAKLAND, CA 94610) WHO STATED THAT THERE WERE NO ACTIVE RECALLS. THE VEHICLE WAS NOT DIAGNOSED OR REPAIRED. THE MANUFACTURER WAS NOTIFIED. THE FAILURE MILEAGE WAS 89,605. *TT
VEHICLE WAS IN MOTION (ABOUT 25 MPH) WHEN A FRONT END COLLISION OCCURRED WHICH RESULTED IN THE PASSENGER SIDE AIRBAG ACTIVATING ONLY. THE DRIVER SIDE STEERING WHEEL AIRBAG DID NOT ACTIVATE. DRIVER'S FACE HIT THE STEERING WHEEL.
2002 Volkswagen Beetle questions
Does the 2002 Volkswagen Beetle have any recalls?
Yes. NHTSA lists 2 safety recalls for the 2002 Volkswagen Beetle: Exterior Lighting:Brake Lights:Switch; Exterior Lighting:Brake Lights:Switch. Recall repairs are normally free at an authorized dealer.
What are the most common problems with the 2002 Volkswagen Beetle?
Based on 165 owner complaints filed with NHTSA, the most-reported problem areas are Air Bags (43), Electrical System (40), Power Train (23).
How do I check if a recall on my 2002 Volkswagen Beetle 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.