1998 Volkswagen New Beetle
Owners have filed 37 complaints with NHTSA about the 1998 Volkswagen New Beetle. Lighting is the most reported problem area, at 27% of complaints. Next are wipers, windshield & visibility (19%) and electrical system (8%).
At a glance
- Complaints
- 37 filed with NHTSA
- Most reported
- Lighting 27% of complaints
- Recalls
- 1
- Fuel economy
- 21 to 38 MPG combined
Sources: NHTSA complaints, recalls and 5-Star ratings; U.S. EPA
Problems owners report
Owners have filed 37 complaints with NHTSA about the 1998 Volkswagen New Beetle. Lighting is the most reported problem area, at 27% of complaints. Next are wipers, windshield & visibility (19%) and electrical system (8%).
Mileage, severity and owner comments for the 1998 Volkswagen New Beetle
Recalls
The 1998 Volkswagen New Beetle is affected by 1 safety recall campaign in NHTSA's records.
Fuel economy
The EPA lists 4 versions of the 1998 Volkswagen New Beetle. Combined fuel economy ranges from 21 to 38 MPG; the most efficient version is rated 34 city / 43 highway.