1998 Volkswagen New Beetle problems by component
30 owner complaints filed with NHTSA for the 1998 Volkswagen New 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 |
|---|---|---|---|
| Exterior Lighting | 9 | 30% | — |
| Visibility | 7 | 23% | — |
| Electrical System | 3 | 10% | — |
| Seats | 3 | 10% | — |
| Air Bags | 2 | 7% | — |
| Fuel System, Gasoline | 2 | 7% | — |
| Structure | 2 | 7% | — |
| Engine and Engine Cooling | 1 | 3% | — |
| Equipment | 1 | 3% | — |
| Latches/locks/linkages | 1 | 3% | — |
| Power Train | 1 | 3% | — |
| Vehicle Speed Control | 1 | 3% | — |
Component groups as classified by NHTSA. A complaint can name more than one component, so shares may sum to more than 100%.