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1999 Volkswagen New Beetle

Owners have filed 40 complaints with NHTSA about the 1999 Volkswagen New Beetle. Electrical system is the most reported problem area, at 18% of complaints. Next are engine (15%) and fuel system (12%).

At a glance

Complaints
40 filed with NHTSA
Most reported
Electrical system 18% of complaints
Recalls
1
Fuel economy
22 to 38 MPG combined

Sources: NHTSA complaints, recalls and 5-Star ratings; U.S. EPA

Problems owners report

Owners have filed 40 complaints with NHTSA about the 1999 Volkswagen New Beetle. Electrical system is the most reported problem area, at 18% of complaints. Next are engine (15%) and fuel system (12%).

  • Electrical system 18%
  • Engine 15%
  • Fuel system 13%
  • Exhaust system 8%
  • Seats 8%

Mileage, severity and owner comments for the 1999 Volkswagen New Beetle

Recalls

The 1999 Volkswagen New Beetle is affected by 1 safety recall campaign in NHTSA's records.

All 1 recall campaigns for the 1999 Volkswagen New Beetle

Fuel economy

The EPA lists 6 versions of the 1999 Volkswagen New Beetle. Combined fuel economy ranges from 22 to 38 MPG; the most efficient version is rated 35 city / 44 highway.

Every version and its yearly fuel cost

Other model years of the New Beetle