The worst 2008 Volkswagen Beetle Convertible problems
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Recalls 1
Unknown or other
- What is wrong
- Volkswagen Group of America, Inc. (Volkswagen) is recalling certain 2017 Volkswagen Passat, 2018 Tiguan LWB, 2007-2009 Jetta Sedan, 2011-2013, 2015 and 2019 Jetta, 2013 Jetta Hybrid, 2008-2009 Jetta Sportwagen, 2015 Golf Sportwagen, 2013 Golf, 2008-2010 and 2012-2013 Beetle and Beetle Convertible, 2008-2010 Beetle, and Beetle Convertible vehicles. Modifications made while the vehicles were in an internal evaluation period may cause the affected vehicles to not comply with all of the applicable regulatory requirements.
- Risk
- If the vehicles do not meet all regulatory requirements, there could be an increased risk of a crash, fire, or injury.
- Remedy
- Volkswagen will notify owners and repurchase the affected vehicles. The recall began November 6, 2019. Owners may contact Volkswagen customer service at 1‑800‑893‑5298. Volkswagen's number for this recall is 01D7. Note: This recall is an expansion of the federal safety agency recall number 18V‑329.
Recall number 19V679000 · Recall details
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Technical service bulletins for the 2008 Volkswagen Beetle Convertible 240
Bulletins tell dealers how to fix known problems. A warranty extension means the manufacturer pays for that repair for longer.
- Airbag / Pyrotechnic Safety Belt Deployment Inquiries, update to contact information due to retirement.
- VW Engine oil quality standards
- Battery Testing and Charging Using Midtronics VAS6161 and or GRX3000VAS Charger
- Safety Related Inquiry and Reporting
- Update to Volkswagen engine oil standards
- Diagnostic assistance for excessive static current draw
- Volkswagen Engine oil quality standards, update to attachments.
- Battery Testing and Charging using Midtronics VAS6161 and or GRX3000 Vas Charger
- Software Version Management (SVM) instruction.
- Engine Oil Consumption Measurement Instruction and Work sheet.
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Questions about the 2008 Volkswagen Beetle Convertible
Is the 2008 Volkswagen Beetle Convertible reliable?
Owners have filed 0 complaints about the 2008 Volkswagen Beetle Convertible.
What is the most common problem with the 2008 Volkswagen Beetle Convertible?
There are not enough complaints to tell.
How many recalls does the 2008 Volkswagen Beetle Convertible have?
1 recall, covering unknown or other.
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