Check a VIN

2000 Volkswagen Beetle recalls

There is 1 safety recall on record for the 2000 Volkswagen Beetle, covering 646,246 vehicles in total across all the models in each campaign. Newest first.

All recalls

Exterior lighting: brake lights: switchReported May 24, 2006 · 646,246 vehicles affected
What is wrong
On certain passenger vehicles equipped with automatic or manual transmissions and cruise controls, a brake light switch on these vehicles may malfunction if it was installed incorrectly during safety recalls 03v‑265 or 04v‑096.
Risk
The brake lights could become inoperative, or remain on. Failure to provide the proper signal when braking could lead to a crash without warning.
Remedy
Dealers will install the newly designed brake light switch free of charge. The recall began on november 27, 2006. Vehicles within the make, model, and model year of this population may be involved in either this recall or 06v‑183, but not both. The remedy is the same for each recall. Volkswagen dealers will apply the remedy based on the VIN number of the vehicle. Owners may contact vw at 1‑800‑822‑8987.

Recall number 06V183000 · Recall details

Questions about the 2000 Volkswagen Beetle recalls

How do I check if my 2000 Volkswagen Beetle has an open recall?

Enter your VIN in the VIN decoder on this page to see the recalls for your exact model and year, then confirm with any dealer of the brand or the manufacturer, who can tell you whether the repair was already done on your car.

Do I have to pay for a recall repair?

No. Safety recall repairs are free at any authorized dealer of the brand, even if the car is out of warranty or you are not the first owner.

How many recalls does the 2000 Volkswagen Beetle have?

1, covering exterior lighting.

VIN decoder

See the problems and recalls for an exact car

Buying a used 2000 Volkswagen Beetle?

Check the exact car before you pay: accidents, salvage or flood titles, odometer readings and previous owners.

Check its history