2006 Volkswagen Beetle transmission problems
Owners reported transmission problems in 15 complaints for the 2006 Volkswagen Beetle, 9% of the complaints on file. It is the 3rd most reported problem area for this model year.
At a glance
- Complaints
- 15 9% of this year's complaints
- Typical mileage
- 59,000 miles 14 complaints with mileage
- Crashes and fires
- 0 and 0
- Injuries and deaths
- 0 and 0
Source: NHTSA owner complaints
When transmission problems show up
View the numbers
| Mileage | Complaints |
|---|---|
| 0k to 20k miles | 2 |
| 20k to 40k miles | 3 |
| 40k to 60k miles | 2 |
| 60k to 80k miles | 4 |
| 80k to 100k miles | 3 |
| 100k to 120k miles | 0 |
| 120k to 140k miles | 0 |
| 140k to 160k miles | 0 |
| 160k to 180k miles | 0 |
| 180k to 200k miles | 0 |
| 200k+ miles | 0 |
What the data shows
Of the 14 transmission complaints that report mileage, the median is about 58,000 miles, and 50% were reported before 60,000 miles.
None of the transmission complaints mention a crash, fire, injury or death.
What owners wrote
Dt*: the contact stated while attempting to apply brake pressure at all speeds, the brakes went to the floor and would not return to the normal up position. The driver had to pull up on the brake pedal to apply brake pressure. Also, the transmission fails to maintain engaged when inclined. Although the dealer was alerted no inspections have been made.
2006 VW beetle loses power when driving. This has happened at least fifteen to twenty times. Car taken to VW dealership service six times for repair. Twice while under the new car manufactures warranty. They have tried to fix the problem, but have not as it still happens. We no longer drive the car. VW of america has been notified. Fortunately no one has been injured as we have been able to pull off on to the shoulder. Just hired a lawyer as vw's position is it's my problem.
Other problems reported for the 2006 Volkswagen Beetle
- Drivetrain & axles 32 complaints
- Engine 17 complaints