2001 Volkswagen New Beetle
Owners have filed 56 complaints with NHTSA about the 2001 Volkswagen New Beetle. Electrical system is the most reported problem area, at 25% of complaints. Next are brakes (20%) and engine (11%).
At a glance
- Complaints
- 56 filed with NHTSA
- Most reported
- Electrical system 25% of complaints
- Recalls
- 3
- Fuel economy
- 22 to 38 MPG combined
Sources: NHTSA complaints, recalls and 5-Star ratings; U.S. EPA
Problems owners report
Owners have filed 56 complaints with NHTSA about the 2001 Volkswagen New Beetle. Electrical system is the most reported problem area, at 25% of complaints. Next are brakes (20%) and engine (11%).
Mileage, severity and owner comments for the 2001 Volkswagen New Beetle
Recalls
The 2001 Volkswagen New Beetle is affected by 3 safety recall campaigns in NHTSA's records.
Fuel economy
The EPA lists 6 versions of the 2001 Volkswagen New Beetle. Combined fuel economy ranges from 22 to 38 MPG; the most efficient version is rated 35 city / 44 highway.