2002 Volkswagen Beetle visibility problems
12 owner complaints filed with NHTSA name the visibility on the 2002 Volkswagen Beetle — 7% of all complaints for this model year.
What owners report
“Currently have very low mileage(now under 20000) 2002 vw new beetle purchased new. After time warranty expired both power window(passenger and driver sides) regulators failed (at different times and mileages) spontaneously not due to any external event.. Both regulators required replacement at…”
filed Feb 23, 2012
“Tl* the contact owns a 2002 volkswagen beetle. The contact was driving approximately 45 mph when the windshield wiper failed to function. In addition, the power windows, turn signals, headlights, air conditioner and defroster would not function. The brake and engine warning lights were also…”
filed Apr 6, 2011
Verbatim excerpts from complaints filed with NHTSA. Reports are not independently verified.
Visibility problems in other Beetle years
| Year | Reports | Share |
|---|---|---|
| 2015 Beetle | 2 | 2% |
| 2014 Beetle | 1 | 2% |
| 2013 Beetle | 2 | 2% |
| 2012 Beetle | 13 | 20% |
| 2010 Beetle | 4 | 13% |
| 2009 Beetle | 5 | 15% |
| 2008 Beetle | 4 | 7% |
| 2007 Beetle | 4 | 7% |
| 2006 Beetle | 9 | 7% |
| 2005 Beetle | 60 | 23% |
| 2004 Beetle | 62 | 18% |
| 2003 Beetle | 55 | 18% |
Other reported problem areas on the 2002 Volkswagen Beetle
Counts are unique NHTSA complaints naming this component group. Complaints are unverified owner reports; mileage is computed only from complaints that included a usable odometer reading.