AI-generated from NHTSA recall & complaint counts
Pre-purchase inspection checklist — 2002 Volkswagen New Beetle
NHTSA data on file today
The 2002 Volkswagen New Beetle has 1 NHTSA recall campaign and 15 owner complaints on file as of . Recall data is refreshed daily from NHTSA.
Recall campaigns on file
- NHTSA #02V031000 VW/ABS ECU NHTSA notice
Most-cited components in owner complaints
- Power Train 7 complaints
- Electrical System 3 complaints
- Engine and Engine Cooling 3 complaints
- Exterior Lighting 3 complaints
- Visibility 3 complaints
- Latches/Locks/Linkages 2 complaints
Together, the 15 complaints on file report 2 injuries (owner-reported, not verified by NHTSA).
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