Volkswagen New Beetle 2009

Model New Beetle made in 2009 by Volkswagen got 10 consumer complains there is 1 recall as well as 22 service bulletins. Consumer complaints with reference, among others things, to power train, visibility. Technical service bulletines regarding child seat, electrical system and engine and engine cooling. There was one recall concerning fuel system, gasoline . The car has one 2.5 engine.

Model 2009

Engine [L]CylindersTransmissionDriveEstimate MPG (city/highway/combined)Unadjusted MPG (city/highway/combined)FuelFuel costClassRelease date
2.5 5Manual, 5 gearsF20/28/2325.0356/39.3363/29.9325Regular2675SUBCOMPACT CARS15-Feb-08
2.5 5Semiautomatic, 6 gearsF20/29/2325.1672/40.8/30.4106Regular2675SUBCOMPACT CARS15-Feb-08

Recalls

CampaignManufacturerManufacturing dateType# of units affectedDate Owner notified MfgRecall Initiated byManufacturers of recalled vehicles/productsReport Recieved DateRecord Creation DateRegulation Part NumberFMVSS Number
FUEL SYSTEM, GASOLINE - DELIVERY - HOSES, LINES/PIPING, AND FITTINGS
10V621000VOLKSWAGEN OF AMERICA, INCfrom 06/30/2005 to 10/30/2009V (Vehicle)22823601/31/2011MFRVOLKSWAGEN OF AMERICA, INC12/10/201012/14/2010
Defect SummaryVolkswagen is recalling certain model year 2006-2010 jetta, new beetle, new beetle convertible, model year 2009 jetta sportwagen and model year 2007-2009 rabbit vehicles equipped with 2.5l engines. the jetta, jetta sportwagen, and rabbit vehicles may have a small plastic tab located on the windshield washer fluid reservoir that may chafe against an underhood fuel supply line. the new beetle and the new beetle convertible vehicles may have a fastening clamp on a hydraulic hose of the power steering system that may be located in an improper position which could cause chafing against an underhood fuel supply line.
Consequence SummaryIf chafing occurs, there is the potential for a fuel leak to develop. fuel leakage, in the presence of an ignition source, could result in a fire.
Corrective SummaryDealers will inspect and if necessary replace the underhood fuel line. additionally, depending on the vehicle model, dealers will either remove the plastic tab from the windshield washer fluid reservoir, or inspect the position of the fastening clamp and adjust the related fastening clamp into the correct position. this service will be performed free of charge. the safety recall is expected to begin on or before january 31, 2011. owners may contact volkswagen at 1-800-822-8987.
NotesVolkswagen safety recall no. 20i4/u1.owners may also contact the national highway traffic safety administration's vehicle safety hotline at 1-888-327-4236 (tty 1-800-424-9153), or go to http://www.safercar.gov .

Bulletins

BulletinBulletin dateReplacement BulletinItem no.SummaryAdded
CHILD SEAT - LATCH CONNECTOR
TB-00-10-0609/30/201010036493Volkswagen: child restraint latch guidance fixture; compliance with fmvss 225 (usa only). update to existing technical bulletin. no production change required. all models. *pe03/23/2011
CHILD SEAT - VEHICLE LATCH ANCHOR
TB-00-10-0609/30/201010036493Volkswagen: child restraint latch guidance fixture; compliance with fmvss 225 (usa only). update to existing technical bulletin. no production change required. all models. *pe03/23/2011
ELECTRICAL SYSTEM
TB-94-10-0208/09/201010036467Volkswagen: headlights may intermittently dim slightly at idle. the headlamps or inside lights intermittently dim slightly at idle speed. at idle speed the alternator voltage can fluctuate, as the alternator cannot fully compensate the f03/16/2011
ELECTRICAL SYSTEM - ALTERNATOR/GENERATOR/REGULATOR
TB-09-10-0208/09/201010035204Volkswagen: headlights may intermittently dim slightly at idle. at idle speed the alternator voltage can fluctuate, as the alternator cannot fully compensate the fluctuations. some electric consumers come on in cycles or have no constant02/11/2011
ELECTRICAL SYSTEM - BATTERY
TB-09-10-0208/09/201010035204Volkswagen: headlights may intermittently dim slightly at idle. at idle speed the alternator voltage can fluctuate, as the alternator cannot fully compensate the fluctuations. some electric consumers come on in cycles or have no constant02/11/2011
ELECTRICAL SYSTEM - SOFTWARE
SB-28E611/24/201010037349Ready05/20/2011
SB-28E611/24/201010037349Volkswagen: there is a warranty extension on hard start conditions for customers who had an earlier campaign addressed on their vehicles. *rm05/20/2011
ELECTRICAL SYSTEM - WIRING
TB-94-10-0208/09/201010036467Volkswagen: headlights may intermittently dim slightly at idle. the headlamps or inside lights intermittently dim slightly at idle speed. at idle speed the alternator voltage can fluctuate, as the alternator cannot fully compensate the f03/16/2011
ENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING - ENGINE
TB-15-11-0412/22/201110043276Volkswagen: certain model year vehicles are experiencing engine not starting, making a rattling noise when engine has started, timing chain keeps slipping and exhaust light comes on. *pe03/08/2012
SB-10-11-0102/14/201110038655Volkswagen: malfunction light is on and there is noise with the engine running rough. multiple trouble codes possibly stored. all models 2008-2012. *rm06/24/2011
SB-10-11-0102/14/201110038655Ready06/24/2011
TB-97-10-0708/04/201010035104Volkswagen: gff test plan, ground connection verification. new gff function test for engine will not start or intermittently does not start conditions. engine grounds may not be secure. models new beetle, convertible, jetta, wagon and s02/09/2011
ENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING - EXHAUST SYSTEM
201583108/28/200810026848Volkswagen: exhaust heat shield, replacement guidelines. heat shields are to be inspected after completion o any type of repair to the underbody (exhaust system transmission, etc.), and if damaged, replaced. *pe12/29/2008
ENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING - EXHAUST SYSTEM - EMISSION CONTROL
SB-28E611/24/201010037349Volkswagen: there is a warranty extension on hard start conditions for customers who had an earlier campaign addressed on their vehicles. *rm05/20/2011
SB-28E611/24/201010037349Ready05/20/2011
EXTERIOR LIGHTING - HEADLIGHTS
TB-94-10-0208/09/201010036467Volkswagen: headlights may intermittently dim slightly at idle. the headlamps or inside lights intermittently dim slightly at idle speed. at idle speed the alternator voltage can fluctuate, as the alternator cannot fully compensate the f03/16/2011
TB-09-10-0208/09/201010035204Volkswagen: headlights may intermittently dim slightly at idle. at idle speed the alternator voltage can fluctuate, as the alternator cannot fully compensate the fluctuations. some electric consumers come on in cycles or have no constant02/11/2011
POWER TRAIN - AUTOMATIC TRANSMISSION
TB-35-11-0106/06/201110041250Ready09/21/2011
TB-35-11-0106/06/201110041250Volkswagen: the gear box has a momentarily delay while accelerating. *rm09/21/2011
TT-37-09-0205/08/200910030606Volkswagen: concerns regarding fluid leaking from the transmission area, inspect the transmission oil pan's atf inspection plug. *pe10/27/2009
POWER TRAIN - CLUTCH ASSEMBLY
CSC-37E6/S808/01/201010036970Volkswagen service campaign: see document search button for owner letter. in some vehicles it is possible that a bushing inside the mechatronic unit has the potential to wear out prematurely, causing the clutches inside the transmission04/25/2011
STRUCTURE - FRAME AND MEMBERS - UNDERBODY SHIELDS
201583108/28/200810026848Volkswagen: exhaust heat shield, replacement guidelines. heat shields are to be inspected after completion o any type of repair to the underbody (exhaust system transmission, etc.), and if damaged, replaced. *pe12/29/2008

Consumer Complaints

Fail datemilesoccurencesPurchase date
POWER TRAIN
08/01/2009500
 Tl* the contact owns a 2009 volkswagen new beetle. the contact stated that while driving 30 mph, he attempted to accelerate but the vehicle hesitated. the failure recurred intermittently while stopped or while driving. the vehicle was taken to an authorized dealer, but they were unable to diagnose the failure. the vehicle was not repaired. the manufacturer was not made aware of the failure. the failure mileage was 500.
08/01/2009500
 Tl- the contact owns a 2009 volkswagen new beetle. the contact stated that while driving 30 mph, he attempted to accelerate but the vehicle hesitated. the failure recurred intermittently while stopped or while driving. the vehicle was taken to an authorized dealer, but they were unable to diagnose the failure. the vehicle was not repaired. the manufacturer was not made aware of the failure. the failure mileage was 500. kmj
08/01/2009500
 Tl-the contact owns a 2009 volkswagen new beetle. the contact stated that while driving 30 mph, he attempted to accelerate further but the vehicle hesitated to accelerate. the failure had since recurred intermittently while stopped or while driving. the vehicle was taken to an authorized dealer, but they were unable to diagnose the failure. the vehicle was not repaired. the manufacturer was not made aware of the failure. the failure mileage was 500. sm.
VISIBILITY - REAR WINDOW WIPER/WASHER
09/27/20104500
 Tl. the contact owns a 2009 volkswagen new beetle convertible. the contact stated while driving 50 mph in the rain the windshield wipers stopped working. the contact slow down and wait for the rain to stop. the contact restarted the vehicle and the wipers started working fine. the contact has not taken the vehicle to the dealer at this time. the contact stated the faulty wipers could have caused a crash. the failure mileage was 4,500. jo

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