Volkswagen New Beetle Convertible 2010
Model New Beetle Convertible made in 2010 by Volkswagen got 15 consumer complains there are 2 recalls as well as 14 service bulletins. Consumer complaints with reference, among others things, to electrical system, service brakes, hydraulic and structure. Technical service bulletines regarding child seat, electrical system and engine and engine cooling. There were some recalls concerningfuel system, gasoline, seats. The car has one 2.5 engine.
Model 2010
| Engine [L] | Cylinders | Transmission | Drive | Estimate MPG (city/highway/combined) | Unadjusted MPG (city/highway/combined) | Fuel | Fuel cost | Class | Release date |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2.5 | 5 | Semiautomatic, 6 gears | F | 20/28/23 | 24.8461/39.7267/29.8832 | G | 1696 | Minicompact Cars | 23/07/2009 |
Recalls
| Campaign | Manufacturer | Manufacturing date | Type | # of units affected | Date Owner notified Mfg | Recall Initiated by | Manufacturers of recalled vehicles/products | Report Recieved Date | Record Creation Date | Regulation Part Number | FMVSS Number | |||||
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| FUEL SYSTEM, GASOLINE - DELIVERY - HOSES, LINES/PIPING, AND FITTINGS | ||||||||||||||||
| 10V621000 | VOLKSWAGEN OF AMERICA, INC | from 06/30/2005 to 10/30/2009 | V (Vehicle) | 228236 | 01/31/2011 | MFR | VOLKSWAGEN OF AMERICA, INC | 12/10/2010 | 12/14/2010 | |||||||
| Defect Summary | Volkswagen 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 Summary | If 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 Summary | Dealers 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. | |||||||||||||||
| Notes | Volkswagen 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 . | |||||||||||||||
| SEATS | ||||||||||||||||
| 11V031000 | VOLKSWAGEN OF AMERICA, INC | V (Vehicle) | 27 | MFR | VOLKSWAGEN OF AMERICA, INC | 01/21/2011 | 01/26/2011 | 571 | 208 | |||||||
| Defect Summary | Volkswagen is recalling certain model year 2010 new beetle and new beetle convertible manufactured from september 1, 2010, through september 22, 2010, for failing to comply with the barrier test requirements of federal motor vehicles safety standards no. 208, occupant crash protection, that went into effect on september 1, 2010. | |||||||||||||||
| Consequence Summary | The vehicles do not meet with requirements that went into effect on september 1, 2010, and therefore may not offer the protection attendant to those requirements. | |||||||||||||||
| Corrective Summary | Dealers will offer to replace their vehicle with a comparable vehicle that was produced prior to september 1, 2010, compliant with fmvss 208 requirements. the safety recall is expected to begin on or before february 1, 2011. owners may contact volkswagen at 1-800-822-8987. | |||||||||||||||
| Notes | 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
| Bulletin | Bulletin date | Replacement Bulletin | Item no. | Summary | Added |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| CHILD SEAT - LATCH CONNECTOR | |||||
| TB-00-10-06 | 09/30/2010 | 10036493 | Volkswagen: child restraint latch guidance fixture; compliance with fmvss 225 (usa only). update to existing technical bulletin. no production change required. all models. *pe | 03/23/2011 | |
| CHILD SEAT - VEHICLE LATCH ANCHOR | |||||
| TB-00-10-06 | 09/30/2010 | 10036493 | Volkswagen: child restraint latch guidance fixture; compliance with fmvss 225 (usa only). update to existing technical bulletin. no production change required. all models. *pe | 03/23/2011 | |
| ELECTRICAL SYSTEM | |||||
| TB-94-10-02 | 08/09/2010 | 10036467 | Volkswagen: 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 f | 03/16/2011 | |
| ELECTRICAL SYSTEM - ALTERNATOR/GENERATOR/REGULATOR | |||||
| TB-09-10-02 | 08/09/2010 | 10035204 | Volkswagen: 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 constant | 02/11/2011 | |
| ELECTRICAL SYSTEM - BATTERY | |||||
| TB-09-10-02 | 08/09/2010 | 10035204 | Volkswagen: 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 constant | 02/11/2011 | |
| ELECTRICAL SYSTEM - WIRING | |||||
| TB-94-10-02 | 08/09/2010 | 10036467 | Volkswagen: 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 f | 03/16/2011 | |
| ENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING - ENGINE | |||||
| TB-15-11-04 | 12/22/2011 | 10043276 | Volkswagen: 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. *pe | 03/08/2012 | |
| SB-10-11-01 | 02/14/2011 | 10038655 | Volkswagen: malfunction light is on and there is noise with the engine running rough. multiple trouble codes possibly stored. all models 2008-2012. *rm | 06/24/2011 | |
| SB-10-11-01 | 02/14/2011 | 10038655 | Ready | 06/24/2011 | |
| TB-97-10-07 | 08/04/2010 | 10035104 | Volkswagen: 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 s | 02/09/2011 | |
| EXTERIOR LIGHTING - HEADLIGHTS | |||||
| TB-94-10-02 | 08/09/2010 | 10036467 | Volkswagen: 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 f | 03/16/2011 | |
| TB-09-10-02 | 08/09/2010 | 10035204 | Volkswagen: 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 constant | 02/11/2011 | |
| POWER TRAIN - AUTOMATIC TRANSMISSION | |||||
| TB-35-11-01 | 06/06/2011 | 10041250 | Ready | 09/21/2011 | |
| TB-35-11-01 | 06/06/2011 | 10041250 | Volkswagen: the gear box has a momentarily delay while accelerating. *rm | 09/21/2011 | |
Consumer Complaints
| Fail date | miles | occurences | Purchase date |
|---|---|---|---|
| ELECTRICAL SYSTEM | |||
| 02/04/2011 | 5000 | ||
| Tl* the contact owns a 2010 volkswagen new beetle. the contact stated the vehicle would not start, the ignition switch failed and the brakes do not respond immediately when they were applied. the trunk would not open, the drivers window would not open or close. the vehicle was taken to the dealer several times regarding the failure. the window and trunk was repaired. the dealer stated the ignition had to be replaced, but the part was on back order. the vehicle was not repaired. the failure mileage was 5,000 and the current mileage was 10,000. | |||
| 02/04/2011 | 5000 | ||
| Tl- the contact owns a 2010 volkswagen new beetle. the contact stated the vehicle would not start, the ignition switch failed and the brakes do not respond immediately when they were applied. the trunk would not open, the drivers window would not open or close. the vehicle was taken to the dealer several times regarding the failure. the window and trunk was repaired. the dealer stated the ignition had to be replaced, but the part was on back order. the vehicle was not repaired. the failure mileage was 5,000 and the current mileage was 10,000. rvk | |||
| 02/04/2011 | 5000 | ||
| Tl-the contact owns a 2010 volkswagen new beetle. the contact stated the vehicle would not start the ignition switch failed and the brake does not respond on time while attempting brake. the contact also experienced failure with the trunk would not open, the driver window would not roll up or down. the vehicle was taken to the dealer several times for the failures. the driver window and trunk was repaired. the dealer advised the ignition had to be replaced, but part was on back order. the vehicle has not been repaired. the failure mileage was 5,000 and the current mileage was 10,000. li | |||
| SERVICE BRAKES, HYDRAULIC | |||
| 02/04/2011 | 5000 | ||
| Tl* the contact owns a 2010 volkswagen new beetle. the contact stated the vehicle would not start, the ignition switch failed and the brakes do not respond immediately when they were applied. the trunk would not open, the drivers window would not open or close. the vehicle was taken to the dealer several times regarding the failure. the window and trunk was repaired. the dealer stated the ignition had to be replaced, but the part was on back order. the vehicle was not repaired. the failure mileage was 5,000 and the current mileage was 10,000. | |||
| 02/04/2011 | 5000 | ||
| Tl- the contact owns a 2010 volkswagen new beetle. the contact stated the vehicle would not start, the ignition switch failed and the brakes do not respond immediately when they were applied. the trunk would not open, the drivers window would not open or close. the vehicle was taken to the dealer several times regarding the failure. the window and trunk was repaired. the dealer stated the ignition had to be replaced, but the part was on back order. the vehicle was not repaired. the failure mileage was 5,000 and the current mileage was 10,000. rvk | |||
| 02/04/2011 | 5000 | ||
| Tl-the contact owns a 2010 volkswagen new beetle. the contact stated the vehicle would not start the ignition switch failed and the brake does not respond on time while attempting brake. the contact also experienced failure with the trunk would not open, the driver window would not roll up or down. the vehicle was taken to the dealer several times for the failures. the driver window and trunk was repaired. the dealer advised the ignition had to be replaced, but part was on back order. the vehicle has not been repaired. the failure mileage was 5,000 and the current mileage was 10,000. li | |||
| STRUCTURE | |||
| 02/04/2011 | 5000 | ||
| Tl* the contact owns a 2010 volkswagen new beetle. the contact stated the vehicle would not start, the ignition switch failed and the brakes do not respond immediately when they were applied. the trunk would not open, the drivers window would not open or close. the vehicle was taken to the dealer several times regarding the failure. the window and trunk was repaired. the dealer stated the ignition had to be replaced, but the part was on back order. the vehicle was not repaired. the failure mileage was 5,000 and the current mileage was 10,000. | |||
| 02/04/2011 | 5000 | ||
| Tl- the contact owns a 2010 volkswagen new beetle. the contact stated the vehicle would not start, the ignition switch failed and the brakes do not respond immediately when they were applied. the trunk would not open, the drivers window would not open or close. the vehicle was taken to the dealer several times regarding the failure. the window and trunk was repaired. the dealer stated the ignition had to be replaced, but the part was on back order. the vehicle was not repaired. the failure mileage was 5,000 and the current mileage was 10,000. rvk | |||
| 02/04/2011 | 5000 | ||
| Tl-the contact owns a 2010 volkswagen new beetle. the contact stated the vehicle would not start the ignition switch failed and the brake does not respond on time while attempting brake. the contact also experienced failure with the trunk would not open, the driver window would not roll up or down. the vehicle was taken to the dealer several times for the failures. the driver window and trunk was repaired. the dealer advised the ignition had to be replaced, but part was on back order. the vehicle has not been repaired. the failure mileage was 5,000 and the current mileage was 10,000. li | |||
Car dealers selling
| State | City | Zip | Name | Phone |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| LA | BATON ROUGE | 70817 | Grace-Chenevert Motor Company | 2916000 |