1.5

hardly worth mentioning
Crashes / Fires:
0 / 0
Injuries / Deaths:
0 / 0
Average Mileage:
109,868 miles

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problem #3

Jun 272016

Beetle 4-cyl

  • Manual transmission
  • 89,605 miles
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.

- Berkley, CA, USA

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problem #2

Aug 152017

Beetle

  • 90,000 miles
ABS traction control system malfunctioning, told by dealer and mechanic that the control module is defective. The ABS kicks in even when not braking and no light on. Car abruptly swerves as brakes engage one wheel only. The dealer said there is no recall for my VIN number but the part is the same number as the one for other listed recalls. I called VW America and they are unwilling to take responsibility. The cost to replace and reprogram the new module is $2,000

- Berkeley, CA, USA

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problem #1

Oct 102016

Beetle

  • 150,000 miles
The car was driven in the morning then parked at my home. When I went to use it again it will not come out of park. The light will not go out so that I can pull the gear shift out of park.

- Bedford, KY, USA

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