CarRecallWatchThe 1999 Volkswagen New Beetle has 1 safety recall on file with NHTSA.
Owners have filed 34 complaints with NHTSA, including 2 crashes, 2 injuries.
The most-reported problem area is Engine And Engine Cooling (7 reports).
1999 Volkswagen New Beetle recalls
Most common 1999 Volkswagen New Beetle problems
Problem areas named in the 34 complaints owners filed with NHTSA.
| Problem area | Reports |
|---|---|
| Engine And Engine Cooling | 7 |
| Electrical System | 7 |
| Fuel System, Gasoline | 5 |
| Seats | 3 |
| Visibility | 3 |
| Equipment | 2 |
| Air Bags | 2 |
| Vehicle Speed Control | 2 |
| Power Train | 2 |
| Structure | 2 |
What owners report
DEFECTIVE OR INCORRECT DASHBOARD INSTRUMENT CLUSTER AND REPEATED FAILURES OF SENSORS AND OTHER MISCELLANEOUS ELECTRICAL SWITCHES.*AK
NAR 02/28/2003 MR THE CONSUMER HAS HAD ONGOING PROBLEM WITH THE CATALYTIC CONVERTER, AND THE EMISSIONS CONTROL SYSTEM. *CB
DRIVERS SEAT ADJUSTER BOLTS FELL OUT, RESULTING IN DRIVERS SEAT SILDING FULLY TO REAR AND SEAT COMING OFF TRACKS. THE DRIVERS SEAT SLID ALL THE WAY TO THE BACK SEAT AND I WAS LOOKING AT THE ROOF WITH NO ABILITY TO REACH THE BRAKE, CLUTCH, OR ACCELERATOR PEDALS. MY ABILITY TO STEER THE VEHICLE WAS SEVERLY IMPAIRED. *AK
THE ROOF COVER IS FALLING DOWN. THE GLUE THAT IS USE TO KEEP THE CLOTH ATTACHED TO THE ROOF IS VERY POOR AND AFTER 3 YEARS IT WILL START TO FALL DOWN. I HAVE 2 IDENTICAL VW BEETLE'S AND THEY BOTH SUFFER FROM THIS PROBLEM. *JB
REMOTE HATCHBATCH LOCK RELEASE FAILURE.
1999 Volkswagen New Beetle questions
Does the 1999 Volkswagen New Beetle have any recalls?
Yes. NHTSA lists 1 safety recall for the 1999 Volkswagen New Beetle: Exterior Lighting:Brake Lights:Switch. Recall repairs are normally free at an authorized dealer.
What are the most common problems with the 1999 Volkswagen New Beetle?
Based on 34 owner complaints filed with NHTSA, the most-reported problem areas are Engine And Engine Cooling (7), Electrical System (7), Fuel System, Gasoline (5).
How do I check if a recall on my 1999 Volkswagen New 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.