The contact owns a 2010 Volkswagen Beetle. The contact stated that while having a routine inspection with an independent mechanic, the contact was informed that the vehicle had failed the inspection due to the emissions system. The vehicle was not repaired due to the part being on backorder. The vehicle was undriveable. The local dealer was contacted but the vehicle was not diagnosed or repaired. The manufacturer was contacted, but no additional assistance was provided. The failure mileage was approximately 72,000.
The worst 2010 Volkswagen Beetle problems
Ranked by number of owner complaints. Mileage and cost come from what owners wrote.
- Brakes5
- Electrical5
- Transmission4
- Visibility4
- Body3
Problems by type
Tap a problem to see which part fails, at what mileage and in which other years.
- Brakes5
- Electrical5
- Transmission4
- Visibility4
- Body3
- Engine3
- Fuel system3
- Steering3
- Lights2
- Acceleration1
- Seats1
- Tires1
Recalls 3
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
Seats
- What is wrong
- Volkswagen is recalling certain model year 2010 new beetle and new beetle convertible manufactured from september 1, 2010, through september 22, 2010, for failing to comply with the barrier test requirements of federal motor vehicles safety standards no. 208, "occupant crash protection," that went into effect on september 1, 2010.
- Risk
- The vehicles do not meet with requirements that went into effect on september 1, 2010, and therefore may not offer the protection attendant to those requirements.
- Remedy
- Dealers will offer to replace their vehicle with a comparable vehicle that was produced prior to september 1, 2010, compliant with fmvss 208 requirements. The safety recall began on january 28, 2011. Owners may contact volkswagen at 1‑800‑822‑8987.
Recall number 11V031000 · Recall details
Fuel system, gasoline: delivery: hoses, lines/piping, and fittings
- What is wrong
- Volkswagen is recalling certain model year 2006-2010 jetta, new beetle, new beetle convertible, model year 2009 jetta sportwagen and model year 2007-2009 rabbit vehicles equipped with 2.5l engines. The jetta, jetta sportwagen, and rabbit vehicles may have a small plastic tab located on the windshield washer fluid reservoir that may chafe against an underhood fuel supply line. The new beetle and the new beetle convertible vehicles may have a fastening clamp on a hydraulic hose of the power steering system that may be located in an improper position which could cause chafing against an underhood fuel supply line.
- Risk
- If chafing occurs, there is the potential for a fuel leak to develop. Fuel leakage, in the presence of an ignition source, could result in a fire.
- Remedy
- Dealers will inspect and if necessary replace the underhood fuel line. Additionally, depending on the vehicle model, dealers will either remove the plastic tab from the windshield washer fluid reservoir, or inspect the position of the fastening clamp and adjust the related fastening clamp into the correct position. This service will be performed free of charge. The safety recall is expected to begin on or before january 31, 2011. Owners may contact volkswagen at 1‑800‑822‑8987.
Recall number 10V621000 · Recall details
Technical service bulletins for the 2010 Volkswagen Beetle 634
Bulletins tell dealers how to fix known problems. A warranty extension means the manufacturer pays for that repair for longer.
- Safety Related Inquiry and Reporting
- Suggested fuel additive
- Permission to change Daily Order upgraded to RED Order
- Differences between a leak and seepage
- This is a notice for software changes with the ODIS diagnostic program to correct the communication during...
- Oil Consumption Measurement and Electronic Oil Consumption Measurement
- Lubricating engine components before reassembly.
- Instruction, how to lubicate engine before initial start.
- Inquiries
- Volkswagen Engine Oil Standards
2010 Volkswagen Beetle fuel economy
Official EPA estimates in miles per gallon (MPGe for electric). Ranges cover trims that share the same engine.
| Engine | Drive | City | Highway | Combined |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2.5L 5‑cyl | FWD | 20 | 28 | 23 |
What 2010 Volkswagen Beetle owners say
Most recent owner complaints, unedited.
The contact owns a 2010 Volkswagen Beetle equipped with Barum Tires, Tire Line: Bravuris, Tire Size: 225/45/R17, DOT Number: (Not Provided). The contact stated that while his daughter was driving approximately 65 MPH, the front passenger’s side of the vehicle started to shake, vibrate, and wobble. After stopping to inspect the vehicle, it was discovered that the sidewall of the front passenger’s side tire had completely separated. The cause of the failure was not determined. The local dealer was notified of the failure, but no assistance was offered. The tire manufacturer was not contacted. The VIN was not available. The failure mileage was 200.
My car only has 43K miles, I had issues when it was 10K miles, where the key will not turn to start the engine, it gets stuck, and sometimes it gets stuck with the steering wheel. The issue was reproducible when I brought it in to the VW dealership near me. The service rep told me it is very common for this model (bug) but they don't know why. They quoted me $1200 to get the LOCK|BOLT|CYLINDER replaced, but the warranty is only 12 months/12K miles. Mind you that it happened when it was 10K miles. Imagine, my wife and 7-year-old stop at a gas station at night and can't start the car because everything is locked. I contacted VW Care, but they don't care unless there is a recall. So, I am filling out this complaint form. Thank you.
2010 volkswagen beetle. Consumer writes in regards to transmission failure. *ld the consumer stated while driving the vehicle failed slowed down to about 10 MPH and would not accelerate. The transmission needed to be replaced. The manufacturer was notified and offered to assist with 30% of the repair costs. The consumer stated that the full amount should be reimbursed due to the failure being known by the manufacture.
Tl* the contact owns a 2010 volkswagen beetle. While accelerating from a stop, the vehicle hesitated to accelerate and stalled. The vehicle was taken to a repair shop where the contact was informed that the transmission might need to be reprogrammed; however, the cause of the failure could not be determined. The vehicle was not repaired. The manufacturer was made aware of the failure. The dealer was not contacted. The failure mileage was approximately 80,000.
The headlight on my 2010 new beetle went out. It started to dim while my son was driving the vehicle to work tonight and then went completely out while he was parked in the parking lot at work. He called and was telling me that the left headlight was dim and did not look bright like the right side. He sent me a picture--and just then the left light went completely out! The headlight bulb was just replaced at a volkswagen service center earlier today. This car has less than 17,000 miles! There have been numerous complaints online of others having the same problem and continuously having to have their headlights fixed--only to have them go out again. Fortunately it was only the one side that went out. I have read that people with 2010 volkswagen new beetles are experiencing premature headlight bulb burn out, headlight harness failures and damaged connectors associated with this issue. I feel that this is a safety concern and should be investigated.
Takata recall. Has left me stranded switch will not always turn on. The calendar below wants a date. This can be a daily thing, as I drive it back and fourth to work.09
Water leak into rear hatch; third brake light premature plastic part failure at 75,016 miles. This is safety issue due to the risk of accident or water/electrical fire.
When I brake, the brake lights does not come one sometime and comes on sometimes. I've had several complaints, people following behind me and curse at me for my lights not working.
All of a sudden you are driving the car and it stalls, you try to accelerate it and it doesn't move and turns off in the middle of the highway. Big safety concern. It has happened several times and has been to the vw dealer service department 4 times already at kuhn's in florida. All service records are at this dealer. Still the problem hasn't been fixed.
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Questions about the 2010 Volkswagen Beetle
Is the 2010 Volkswagen Beetle reliable?
Owners have filed 30 complaints about the 2010 Volkswagen Beetle, fewer than a typical Beetle model year.
What is the 2010 Volkswagen Beetle year score?
The 2010 Volkswagen Beetle scores 86 out of 100 (good). The score compares it with the other model years of the Volkswagen Beetle: 75 is a typical year, 50 means twice the usual complaints, and serious complaints and recalls lower it.
What is the most common problem with the 2010 Volkswagen Beetle?
Brakes, with 5 complaints. Next is electrical (5).
How many recalls does the 2010 Volkswagen Beetle have?
3 recalls, covering unknown or other, seats and fuel system, gasoline.
What year does the Volkswagen Beetle have bad brakes?
The Volkswagen Beetle model years with the most brakes complaints are 2000 (23 complaints), 2001 (22 complaints) and 2002 (13 complaints).
What gas mileage does the 2010 Volkswagen Beetle get?
Official estimates for the 2010 Volkswagen Beetle range from 23 mpg combined. The most efficient version (2.5L 5-cyl, FWD) gets 20 city and 28 highway.
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