Volkswagen Beetle wipers problems

Filed Jan 8, 2020 · Visibility · 59,000 miles · NJ

Tl* the contact owns a 2014 volkswagen beetle. The contact stated that while the windshield wipers were being operated, the windshield washer fluid smeared the windshield. The vehicle was taken to paul miller volkswagen 118 morristown road, bernardsville, nj 07924, 855‑896‑3830 , douglas volkswagen 491 morris avenue, summit, nj 07901, (908)341-1254, and trend motors volkswagen 221 us-46, rockaway, nj 07866, (973)625-0100 but, was not diagnosed nor repaired. The manufacturer was contacted and informed of the failure. The contact was referred to the federal safety agency and also referred to contact the local dealer for assistance. The failure mileage was 59,000.

Filed Jan 21, 2019 · Acceleration, Driver assistance · TX

The car is having issues as exactly the recalls has stated (I haven't known by now about the recalls) 1. Selector shift and shifter cables were broken 2. Break switch did not function, leading to malfunction of epc (electronic processing control) that later caused cruise control, taillight and AC compressor not working 3. Windshield wiper pump was not working 4. Headlight beam was low

Filed Sep 17, 2018 · Electrical, Lights · 153,000 miles · FL

This car has had many electrical issues. The first time it was in the dealership due to lights, turning signals not working. The second time about 2 years later I lost all electrical controls. No lights, wipers, AC fan, AC adapter, radio, turn signals. Now just 5 months later I am noticing headlight issues. I have taken it back to the vw of ocala, they claim there is no electrical issue that I just need bulb replacement. After driving over an hour to get my car, I get in to find my windows are no longer working now.

Filed Apr 14, 2017 · Visibility · 50,000 miles · NY

I was driving in the middle of very heavy rain and my wipers suddenly stopped. I managed to get off the highway and took the vehicle to vw. I was informed that the windshield wiper motor had to be replaced with only 50,000 miles on the car. I have owned 4 vw and have never encountered this issue. There was no warning - they just stopped which was very dangerous.

Filed Aug 12, 2016 · Electrical, Visibility · 9,000 miles · CA

1. Vehicle was stationary in my drive way (and on several occasions, parked in a lot), convertible roof stalls upon opening. You have to stop pressing button and try again. Eventually it starts again and opens. Vw service unable to replicate. They grease the equipment involved hoping it corrects the problem. 2. When car was new, not windshield wiper problems were noted. After a year the drivers side squirts out in such a way that the wiper doesn't get wet enough to clean window, thus leaving blurry streaks that impedes driver's side vision. Passenger side ok. Took car in 2 times, they say they adjust spray. Problem still there even after replacing wipers with brand new (volkswagon brand) wipers. Just had the spray fixed again last week. Afraid to see if it is any better. Will write another report if problem persists. Had convertible top gears greased again last week. I wonder if hot weather is effecting the top to open?

Filed Mar 5, 2015 · Fuel system · 60,000 miles · GA

Gas leakage from under hood identical to recall #20i4 but was told by vw dealership car was checked 3 years earlier and there was no problem in the location of parts and that this leakage happened at another area of the fuel line and vw of america concurred with dealership. Luckily there was no fire because it was leaking bad and I took it to the dealership after smelling gas odor inside car. It seems vw won't own up to anything unless there is a casualty. After having bought three beetles I have no confidence in vw of america and this dealership anymore. Also the headliner has to be replaced and the windshield wipers never worked properly after dealership checked it when it was still under warranty. Very low mileage to be incurring design problems.

Filed Aug 14, 2014 · Brakes, Visibility · 100 miles · NC

Tl* the contact owns a 2014 volkswagen beetle. The contact stated that while driving approximately 35 MPH, the brake pedal was depressed but the vehicle continued to slide. The contact indicated that the failure had occurred multiple times. Also, the contact indicated that while operating the windshield wipers the wiper blades would not clear rain from the windshield. In addition a chemical type odor was present inside the vehicle. The vehicle was not diagnosed or repaired. The manufacturer was not notified. The failure mileage was 100.

Filed Jun 16, 2014 · Transmission, Visibility · FL

Tl* the contact owns a 2008 volkswagen beetle. The contact stated while driving the windshield wipers failed and the gear selector displayed the incorrect gear. The contact also mentioned that the engine and air bag warning lights illuminated. The vehicle was not diagnosed or repaired. The manufacturer was not made aware of the failure. The failure mileage was not available. The current mileage was 30,000.

Filed May 20, 2014 · Airbags, Seat belts · WI

Airbag service light on dash came on. This means the airbags were disabled. Dealership identified the seat belt clasp on the driver seat as the problem. The electronics in the clasp were not communicating correctly causing the airbag to be disabled. The seatbelt as a safety mechanism itself was not compromised. The dealership representative indicated that this was a known and common issue with this vehicle make and model and that the fix was to replace the seatbelt clasp at a cost of about $300.00. The cause of the seatbelt clasp to fail was the motion of moving the seat backwards and forwards. To access the rear seats of the car the seat must be moved backwards and forwards as it is a two door car. Overtime, this activity wore out some electronics in the clasp causing the airbag to be disabled. This is not a normal wear and tear item that is customarily replaced such as tires, brake pads or wiper blades. The manufacture should recognize this critical safety issue and offer to voluntarily recall the vehicles and/or offer to pay for a fix in our case.

Filed Jan 31, 2014 · Visibility · 46,000 miles · FL

Instrument panel/dash lights 'flicker' when windshield wiper system is turned on. Flicker begins when wiper blade starts to move upwards across the windshield and stops when wiper blade reaches the end of its' downward stroke. Then it begins all over again when the next upward cycle starts. This is an operation hazard as it is very distracting for the driver especially at night and especially when operating the vehicle in the inclement weather that calls for the wipers to be activated in the first place! There has been a vw technical bulletin issued (tb-90-08-06) but the dealer will not perform the repair under any sort of warranty or goodwill program and it is not a covered issue under my extended warranty plan.