1998 Volkswagen Beetle problems by component
171 owner complaints filed with NHTSA for the 1998 Volkswagen Beetle, grouped by the component owners reported. Each component links to a detailed breakdown with mileage, severity and owner reports.
| Component | Complaints | Share | Median mileage |
|---|---|---|---|
| Electrical System → | 53 | 31% | 59,325 mi |
| Visibility → | 37 | 22% | 58,997 mi |
| Engine and Engine Cooling → | 32 | 19% | — |
| Exterior Lighting → | 23 | 13% | — |
| Air Bags → | 14 | 8% | — |
| Equipment → | 13 | 8% | — |
| Structure → | 13 | 8% | — |
| Seats → | 12 | 7% | — |
| Latches/locks/linkages → | 11 | 6% | — |
| Power Train → | 10 | 6% | — |
| Service Brakes, Hydraulic | 7 | 4% | — |
| Vehicle Speed Control | 7 | 4% | — |
| Steering | 6 | 4% | — |
| Fuel System, Gasoline | 5 | 3% | — |
| Engine | 2 | 1% | — |
| Service Brakes | 2 | 1% | — |
| Fuel System, Diesel | 1 | 1% | — |
| Seat Belts | 1 | 1% | — |
| Service Brakes, Air | 1 | 1% | — |
| Tires | 1 | 1% | — |
Component groups as classified by NHTSA. A complaint can name more than one component, so shares may sum to more than 100%.