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Volkswagen Beetle Convertible

2013–2017 only

46 classified complaints 5 recalls

2013–2017 Volkswagen Beetle Convertible models have 46 classified complaints on record for these years specifically, plus 5 recalls. The most common issue in this range is Airbags, seatbelts and restraints, typically surfacing around 73,000 miles.

Computed directly from stored federal records for 2013–2017 model years only — not blended with the rest of this vehicle's production run. See the full Volkswagen Beetle Convertible report for every year combined.

What breaks, and when — 2013–2017 only

Airbags, seatbelts and restraints · Body and interior 36 complaints

Median onset: 73,000 miles.

Tends to show up later than this model's other issues.

Doors, windows, latches, seats and trim · Body and interior 3 complaints

Median onset: 70,000 miles.

Tends to show up later than this model's other issues.

Fuel pump and sending unit · Fuel system 2 complaints

Median onset: 61,000 miles.

Tends to show up later than this model's other issues. · Typical repair: $630–$1,700 nationally.

Infotainment, screen and software · Electrical 1 complaints

Median onset: 27,000 miles.

Tends to show up earlier than this model's other issues.

Internal engine (bearings, pistons, rings) · Engine 1 complaints

Median onset: 84,000 miles.

Tends to show up later than this model's other issues.

Tie rods, linkage, shaft and column · Steering 1 complaints

Median onset: 33,000 miles.

Tends to show up earlier than this model's other issues. · Typical repair: $270–$510 nationally.

Parking brake, including electronic · Brakes 1 complaints

Median onset: 35,000 miles.

Tends to show up earlier than this model's other issues.

Body control and other modules · Electrical 1 complaints

Median onset: 33,000 miles.

Tends to show up earlier than this model's other issues.

From owner-filed complaints to NHTSA, not independently verified. Federal mileage reporting on recent complaints is sparse — see how it works. Cost ranges are national estimates from book labor hours and parts pricing, not this vehicle's actual repair history — they don't account for your location or shop type.

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Sources: NHTSA Office of Defects Investigation — complaints and recalls, scoped to 2013–2017 model years. See the full Volkswagen Beetle Convertible report for every year and full specs/safety data.