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2019 Volkswagen Beetle recalls
Every recall campaign and owner complaint NHTSA has on file for the 2019 model year. Not every vehicle is affected by every campaign: check a specific car by VIN below.
Recall summary by component4
NHTSA Recalls API · cached ≤24 h| Component | Campaigns |
|---|---|
| Electrical system | 2 |
| Air bags | 1 |
| Service brakes, hydraulic | 1 |
Safety recalls4
NHTSA Recalls API · cached ≤24 h| Oct 30, 202424V834000 | Air bags: frontal driver sideAn inflator explosion may result in sharp metal fragments striking the driver or other occupants resulting in serious injury or death. DetailsHide details for campaign 24V834000
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| Sep 23, 202020E064000 | Service brakes, hydraulic: foundation components master cylinderIf there is a brake fluid leak, it can reduce braking ability, increasing the risk of a crash. DetailsHide details for campaign 20E064000
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| Aug 22, 201919V615000 | Electrical system: ignition anti-theftRemoving 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… DetailsHide details for campaign 19V615000
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| Feb 13, 201919V094000 | Electrical system: instrument cluster/panelIf the driver is not alerted when there is a problem with brakes, the driver may lose control of the vehicle while attempting to brake, increasing the risk of crash. DetailsHide details for campaign 19V094000
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Merged from NHTSA model names: Beetle, Beetle Convertible. Not every vehicle of a model year is affected by every campaign.
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Owner complaints by component14
NHTSA Complaints API · cached ≤24 h| Component | Complaints | % |
|---|---|---|
| Electrical system | 4 | 29 |
| Unknown or other | 2 | 14 |
| Service brakes | 2 | 14 |
| Engine | 2 | 14 |
| Exterior lighting | 2 | 14 |
| Suspension | 1 | 7 |
| Power train | 1 | 7 |
| Wheels | 1 | 7 |
| Visibility/wiper | 1 | 7 |
An owner can tag several components, so percentages add up to more than 100. Complaints are unverified owner reports, de-duplicated by NHTSA ODI number.
Latest reports
- Unknown or other
“The 2019 Volkswagen Final Edition SE Beetle’s rear trunk latch/lock will fail and not open from the outside with the car unlocked and using the key fob due to it being jammed closed.”
- Suspension
“Hello, We have owned this vehicle since new. Today it has 28,945 miles. We started hearing a clunking sound from the front left side.”
- Unknown or other
“A message is continually (every few seconds) displayed on the dashboard stating that the "coolant temperature is 195 degrees" as if it is a warning.”
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2019 Volkswagen Beetle recall questions
How many recalls does the 2019 Volkswagen Beetle have?
NHTSA lists 4 safety recall campaigns for the 2019 Volkswagen Beetle. The most recent, 24V834000 (reported October 30, 2024), concerns air bags. Not every vehicle is covered by every campaign; check a specific car by VIN.
What are the 2019 Volkswagen Beetle recalls for?
The largest group is electrical system, with 2 campaigns. Others: air bags (1), service brakes, hydraulic (1). Each campaign below lists the defect, the risk and the free remedy.
What is the most common complaint about the 2019 Volkswagen Beetle?
Electrical system is the most-reported component, named in 4 complaints out of 14 filed with NHTSA (29%). Across all complaints, owners reported 1 crash and 0 fires. Complaints are unverified owner reports.
How do I check if a recall is open on my 2019 Volkswagen Beetle?
Enter the 17-character VIN at nhtsa.gov/recalls or the Volkswagen recall lookup. That shows campaigns still unrepaired on that exact car. Safety recall repairs are free at a franchised Volkswagen dealer.
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