CarRecallWatchThe 2007 Volkswagen Beetle has 2 safety recalls on file with NHTSA.
Owners have filed 56 complaints with NHTSA, including 2 crashes, 1 fire, 3 injuries.
The most-reported problem area is Air Bags (15 reports).
2007 Volkswagen Beetle recalls
Most common 2007 Volkswagen Beetle problems
Problem areas named in the 56 complaints owners filed with NHTSA.
| Problem area | Reports |
|---|---|
| Air Bags | 15 |
| Power Train | 12 |
| Seat Belts | 9 |
| Electrical System | 7 |
| Structure | 6 |
| Visibility | 5 |
| Unknown Or Other | 5 |
| Vehicle Speed Control | 3 |
| Exterior Lighting | 3 |
| Engine | 3 |
What owners report
Cranked the car to move it and the drivers side airbag deployed with a massive amount of force. Did not move the car. As soon as in cranked I heard and felt the explosion of the airbag. Sent pieces of plastic and airbag towards me and shoved me into the door. I have a bruised wrist and my ears are ringing. This a concern from now on. I no longer want to cranked the car as more airbags may be faulty.
ON AIRBAGS DRIVER LIGHT FOR AIRBAG IS ON WON'T GO OFF.ON TRANSMISSION IT JERKS THE WHEN IT'S IN 6 IT RUNS FINE.. I HAVE NOT BEEN IN ANY ACCIDENTS WITH THIS CAR.THANK YOU
2ND BEETLE. SAME ISSUE. (FIRST ONE LEAKED FLUID). THIS ONE DOES NOT LEAK BUT HAS THE SAME HORRIBLE SHIFTING ISSUE! I LOVE MY CAR BUT HEAR FROM ALL THE MECHANICS THAT THIS IS THE NORM WITH THESE VEHICLES. SO WHY IS IT NOT RECALLED????? IS IT TRANSMISSION OR SOMETHING ELSE? 2007 AUTOMATIC TRANSMISSION. IT HAS 91,000 MILES ON IT. WHEN THE CAR TRANSMISSION IS COLD IT SHIFTS OK MOST OF THE TIME. BUT WHEN THE TRANSMISSION HAS WARMED UP ITS A GIVEN TO JERK AND HESITATE. SPECIALLY WHEN IT SHIFT FROM 1ST TO 2ND GEAR I FEEL A HITTING NOISE. ALSO FACING THE SAME PROBLEM WHEN IT DOWN SHIFTS BUT NOT ALWAYS. EMBARRASSING REALLY! SOMETIMES IT SHIFTS HARD IN HIGHER GEAR ON HIGHWAY OR SEEMS TO MISS AND RPM G
AIR BAG WARNING LIGHT STAYS ON AFTER START. CONSTANTLY ON EVEN WHEN DRIVER AND PASSENGER SEAT BELTS ARE ENGAGED. EXTREMELY DANGEROUS! RECALL NOW. I SEE THE ISSUE HAS BEEN REPORTED NUMEROUS TIMES OVER A DECADE!
CAR HESITATED TWO DIFFERENT TIMES WHEN PULLING INTO TRAFFIC. THE TRANSMISSION 'GRABBED' WITHIN 3 OR 4 SECONDS. EACH TIME I CAME CLOSE TO HAVING AN ACCIDENT, BUT DIDN'T THANKS TO THE ALERTNESS OF OTHER DRIVERS. *TR
2007 Volkswagen Beetle questions
Does the 2007 Volkswagen Beetle have any recalls?
Yes. NHTSA lists 2 safety recalls for the 2007 Volkswagen Beetle: Fuel System, Gasoline:Delivery:Hoses, Lines/Piping, And Fittings; Exterior Lighting:Brake Lights:Switch. Recall repairs are normally free at an authorized dealer.
What are the most common problems with the 2007 Volkswagen Beetle?
Based on 56 owner complaints filed with NHTSA, the most-reported problem areas are Air Bags (15), Power Train (12), Seat Belts (9).
How do I check if a recall on my 2007 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.