2002 Volkswagen New Beetle
Owners have filed 35 complaints with NHTSA about the 2002 Volkswagen New Beetle. Lighting is the most reported problem area, at 20% of complaints. Next are transmission (14%) and brakes (9%).
At a glance
- Complaints
- 35 filed with NHTSA
- Most reported
- Lighting 20% of complaints
- Recalls
- 1
- Fuel economy
- 23 to 38 MPG combined
Sources: NHTSA complaints, recalls and 5-Star ratings; U.S. EPA
Problems owners report
Owners have filed 35 complaints with NHTSA about the 2002 Volkswagen New Beetle. Lighting is the most reported problem area, at 20% of complaints. Next are transmission (14%) and brakes (9%).
Mileage, severity and owner comments for the 2002 Volkswagen New Beetle
Recalls
The 2002 Volkswagen New Beetle is affected by 1 safety recall campaign in NHTSA's records.
Fuel economy
The EPA lists 7 versions of the 2002 Volkswagen New Beetle. Combined fuel economy ranges from 23 to 38 MPG; the most efficient version is rated 35 city / 44 highway.