2014 VOLKSWAGEN BEETLE CONVERTIBLE — Problems, Recalls & Safety Data
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Safety Rating
8
Owner Complaints
2
Recalls
51
Service Bulletins
0
Investigations
Overview of the 2014 VOLKSWAGEN BEETLE CONVERTIBLE
The 2014 VOLKSWAGEN BEETLE CONVERTIBLE has received a total of 8 safety complaints filed with the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration (NHTSA). There have been 3 recall campaigns affecting this vehicle, covering issues with AIR BAGS:FRONTAL, ELECTRICAL SYSTEM:IGNITION:ANTI-THEFT:CONTROL MODULE, STEERING:COLUMN LOCKING:ANTI-THEFT DEVICE. 51 technical service bulletins have been issued by Volkswagen Group of America, Inc. for this model year. The most commonly reported problems involve the Air Bags (2 complaints), Air Bagssrs Malfunction Warning Lamplight (1 complaint), and Exterior Lighting (1 complaint).
Recalls for the 2014 VOLKSWAGEN BEETLE CONVERTIBLE
NHTSA has recorded 3 recalls for the 2014 VOLKSWAGEN BEETLE CONVERTIBLE, potentially affecting up to 1,463,706 vehicles.
Recall 20V785000 — AIR BAGS:FRONTAL
| 105,652 vehicles affected
Defect: Volkswagen Group of America, Inc. (Volkswagen) is recalling certain 2012-2014 Volkswagen Beetle and Beetle Convertible vehicles. The driver's side air bag inflator may explode due to propellant degradation occurring after long-term exposure to high absolute humidity, high temperatures, and high temperature cycling.
Consequence: An inflator explosion may result in sharp metal fragments striking the driver or other occupants resulting in serious injury or death.
Remedy: Volkswagen will notify owners, and dealers will replace the driver frontal air bag, free of charge. The recall began March 19, 2021. Owners may contact Volkswagen customer service at 1-800-893-5298. Volkswagen's number for this recall is 69BC.
View full details →Recall 19V615000 — ELECTRICAL SYSTEM:IGNITION:ANTI-THEFT:CONTROL MODULE
| 679,027 vehicles affected
Defect: Volkswagen Group of America, Inc. (Volkswagen) is recalling certain 2015-2019 GTI, 2015-2016 and 2018-2019 Golf, 2012-2019 Beetle and Beetle Convertible, 2017-2019 Golf SportWagen and 2011-2018 Jetta vehicles equipped with an automatic transmission, manual handbrake and keyless entry. A build-up of silicate on the shift lever micro switch contacts may enable the key to be removed from the ignition when the...
Consequence: Removing the key while the shift lever is in a position other than "Park" increases the risk of an unintended vehicle rollaway that may result in personal injury or a crash.
Remedy: Volkswagen will notify owners, and dealers will install an additional switch and circuit board, free of charge. The recall began November 19, 2019. Owners may contact Volkswagen customer service at 1-800-893-5298. Volkswagen's number for this recall is 37M2.
View full details →Recall 19V615000 — STEERING:COLUMN LOCKING:ANTI-THEFT DEVICE
| 679,027 vehicles affected
Defect: Volkswagen Group of America, Inc. (Volkswagen) is recalling certain 2015-2019 GTI, 2015-2016 and 2018-2019 Golf, 2012-2019 Beetle and Beetle Convertible, 2017-2019 Golf SportWagen and 2011-2018 Jetta vehicles equipped with an automatic transmission, manual handbrake and keyless entry. A build-up of silicate on the shift lever micro switch contacts may enable the key to be removed from the ignition when the...
Consequence: Removing the key while the shift lever is in a position other than "Park" increases the risk of an unintended vehicle rollaway that may result in personal injury or a crash.
Remedy: Volkswagen will notify owners, and dealers will install an additional switch and circuit board, free of charge. The recall began November 19, 2019. Owners may contact Volkswagen customer service at 1-800-893-5298. Volkswagen's number for this recall is 37M2.
View full details →Owner Complaints for the 2014 VOLKSWAGEN BEETLE CONVERTIBLE
8 complaints have been filed with NHTSA for the 2014 VOLKSWAGEN BEETLE CONVERTIBLE. Below is a breakdown by vehicle component.
| Component | Complaints | Crashes | Fires | Injuries | Deaths |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Air Bags | 2 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Air Bagssrs Malfunction Warning Lamplight | 1 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Exterior Lighting | 1 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Latcheslockslinkages | 1 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Seats | 1 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Service Brakes Hydraulic | 1 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Unknown Or Other | 1 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 |
Most Recent Complaints
The contact owns a 2014 Volkswagen Beetle Convertible. The contact stated that after his wife had driven the vehicle, upon restarting the vehicle, the air bag warning light illuminated. Additionally, the traction control and ABS warning lights were illuminated. The contact called the local dealer and was informed that the warning lights were illuminated due to an unknown sensor failure. The vehicle was not diagnosed or repaired. The vehicle was previously taken to the local dealer under NHTSA Campaign Number: 20V785000 (Air Bags); and routine maintenance and for a flush and fill, radiator, and coolant fan motor. The manufacturer was contacted and referred the contact to another local dealer for assistance. The failure mileage was approximately 73,000.
The contact owns a 2014 Volkswagen Beetle Convertible. The contact stated that after his wife had driven the vehicle, upon restarting the vehicle, the air bag warning light illuminated. Additionally, the traction control and ABS warning lights were illuminated. The contact called the local dealer and was informed that the warning lights were illuminated due to an unknown sensor failure. The vehicle was not diagnosed or repaired. The vehicle was previously taken to the local dealer under NHTSA Campaign Number: 20V785000 (Air Bags); and routine maintenance and for a flush and fill, radiator, and coolant fan motor. The manufacturer was contacted and referred the contact to another local dealer for assistance. The failure mileage was approximately 73,000.
The contact owns a 2014 Volkswagen Beetle Convertible. The contact stated that after his wife had driven the vehicle, upon restarting the vehicle, the air bag warning light illuminated. Additionally, the traction control and ABS warning lights were illuminated. The contact called the local dealer and was informed that the warning lights were illuminated due to an unknown sensor failure. The vehicle was not diagnosed or repaired. The vehicle was previously taken to the local dealer under NHTSA Campaign Number: 20V785000 (Air Bags); and routine maintenance and for a flush and fill, radiator, and coolant fan motor. The manufacturer was contacted and referred the contact to another local dealer for assistance. The failure mileage was approximately 73,000.
The contact owns a 2014 Volkswagen Beetle Convertible. The contact stated that the front passenger’s side seat would no longer slide backwards. The contact was concerned that the front passenger was too close to the air bag system due to the seat malfunction. Additionally, the trunk door handle had malfunctioned, and the trunk door could not be opened from outside the vehicle. The contact stated that trunk door would not shut securely, and the front driver’s side headlight bulb had overheated and experienced charring inside the lens. The cause of the failure was not yet determined. The vehicle was not repaired. The manufacturer and local dealer were notified of the failure. The failure mileage was 70,000.
The contact owns a 2014 Volkswagen Beetle Convertible. The contact stated that the front passenger’s side seat would no longer slide backwards. The contact was concerned that the front passenger was too close to the air bag system due to the seat malfunction. Additionally, the trunk door handle had malfunctioned, and the trunk door could not be opened from outside the vehicle. The contact stated that trunk door would not shut securely, and the front driver’s side headlight bulb had overheated and experienced charring inside the lens. The cause of the failure was not yet determined. The vehicle was not repaired. The manufacturer and local dealer were notified of the failure. The failure mileage was 70,000.
Safety Rating for the 2014 VOLKSWAGEN BEETLE CONVERTIBLE
NHTSA has not yet tested the 2014 VOLKSWAGEN BEETLE CONVERTIBLE in its New Car Assessment Program.
Technical Service Bulletins for the 2014 VOLKSWAGEN BEETLE CONVERTIBLE
Volkswagen Group of America, Inc. has issued 51 technical service bulletins (TSBs) for the 2014 VOLKSWAGEN BEETLE CONVERTIBLE. TSBs are notices sent by manufacturers to their dealers describing a known issue and the recommended repair procedure.
V3416022034406_7 — POWER TRAIN
Manual transmission noise diagnosing
V011615201481514 — FUEL SYSTEM, GASOLINE
Gasoline quality.
V011813203489821 — ENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING:EXHAUST SYSTEM
High soot loads prior to regeneration can cause possible restrictions in the Exhaust Gas Recirculation (EGR) filter.
V271901201189416 — EQUIPMENT
Battery testing. Updated to include additional model and model year applicability.
V011813_2034898 — ENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING:EXHAUST SYSTEM:EMISSION CONTROL:GAS RECIRCULATION VALVE (EGR VALVE)
Update to part quantity in Part Table.
TT 45 09 05 — SERVICE BRAKES, AIR:ANTILOCK
Antilock brake function test direction.
TT 64 18 01 — ELECTRICAL SYSTEM
Coding concerns after module replacement
Final Months of — ENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING:EXHAUST SYSTEM:EMISSION CONTROL
Email_Important TDI Announcement - Final Months of 2.0L Claims Program_VW
TT 91 18 05 — EQUIPMENT
Car Net diagnosis for no green light (OTAR: Over the Air Registration Indicator) issues
V171802-2037201 — ENGINE
Update to include additional model and model year applicability.
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NHTSA Investigations for the 2014 VOLKSWAGEN BEETLE CONVERTIBLE
There are no NHTSA defect investigations on record for this vehicle.
Other Model Years of the VOLKSWAGEN BEETLE CONVERTIBLE
- 2009 VOLKSWAGEN BEETLE CONVERTIBLE — 0 complaints
- 2010 VOLKSWAGEN BEETLE CONVERTIBLE — 0 complaints
- 2011 VOLKSWAGEN BEETLE CONVERTIBLE — 0 complaints
- 2012 VOLKSWAGEN BEETLE CONVERTIBLE — 0 complaints
- 2013 VOLKSWAGEN BEETLE CONVERTIBLE — 8 complaints
- 2014 VOLKSWAGEN BEETLE CONVERTIBLE (current)
- 2015 VOLKSWAGEN BEETLE CONVERTIBLE — 17 complaints
- 2016 VOLKSWAGEN BEETLE CONVERTIBLE — 11 complaints
- 2017 VOLKSWAGEN BEETLE CONVERTIBLE — 3 complaints
- 2018 VOLKSWAGEN BEETLE CONVERTIBLE — 0 complaints
- 2019 VOLKSWAGEN BEETLE CONVERTIBLE — 1 complaint
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- VOLKSWAGEN TIGUAN — 3,104 total complaints
- VOLKSWAGEN ATLAS — 2,635 total complaints
- VOLKSWAGEN GOLF — 1,991 total complaints
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