Model year record

2014 Volkswagen Beetle Convertible recalls & problems

The 2014 Volkswagen Beetle Convertible has 2 safety recalls and 4 owner complaints on file with NHTSA. The most-reported problem area is air bags (3 complaints).

Recalls2safety recalls

Complaints4filed by owners

Crashes · fires0 · 0reported in complaints

Injuries · deaths0 · 0reported in complaints

Safety recalls

Air bagsDec 16, 2020

Frontal

Recall 20V785000105,652 vehiclesopened after NHTSA action (ODI)

Problem: Volkswagen Group of America, Inc. (Volkswagen) is recalling certain 2012-2014 Volkswagen Beetle and Beetle Convertible vehicles. The driver's side air bag inflator may explode due to propellant degradation occurring after long-term exposure to high absolute humidity, high temperatures, and high temperature cycling.
Risk: An inflator explosion may result in sharp metal fragments striking the driver or other occupants resulting in serious injury or death.
Fix: Volkswagen will notify owners, and dealers will replace the driver frontal air bag, free of charge. The recall began March 19, 2021. Owners may contact Volkswagen customer service at 1-800-893-5298. Volkswagen's number for this recall is 69BC.

Electrical systemAug 22, 2019

Ignition › Anti-theft › Control module

Recall 19V615000679,027 vehicles

Problem: Volkswagen Group of America, Inc. (Volkswagen) is recalling certain 2015-2019 GTI, 2015-2016 and 2018-2019 Golf, 2012-2019 Beetle and Beetle Convertible, 2017-2019 Golf SportWagen and 2011-2018 Jetta vehicles equipped with an automatic transmission, manual handbrake and keyless entry. A build-up of silicate on the shift lever micro switch contacts may enable the key to be removed from the ignition when the transmission shift lever is not in "Park."
Risk: Removing the key while the shift lever is in a position other than "Park" increases the risk of an unintended vehicle rollaway that may result in personal injury or a crash.
Fix: Volkswagen will notify owners, and dealers will install an additional switch and circuit board, free of charge. The recall began November 19, 2019. Owners may contact Volkswagen customer service at 1-800-893-5298. Volkswagen's number for this recall is 37M2.

Components: Electrical system › Ignition › Anti-theft › Control module; Steering › Column locking › Anti-theft device

Recall repairs are free at any authorised dealer. A recall listed here may already have been fixed on a particular car: enter its 17-character VIN at nhtsa.gov/recalls to see open recalls.

Fuel economy

Beetle Convertible Diesel

31mpg combined

City / highway	27 / 38 mpg
Fuel	Diesel

2 L · 4 cyl · Automatic (AM-S6) · Front-Wheel Drive · about $3,100/year to fuel

Beetle Convertible Diesel

30mpg combined

City / highway	27 / 39 mpg
Fuel	Diesel

2 L · 4 cyl · Manual 6-spd · Front-Wheel Drive · about $3,200/year to fuel

Beetle Convertible

27mpg combined

City / highway	24 / 32 mpg
Fuel	Regular Gasoline

1.8 L · 4 cyl · Automatic (S6) · Front-Wheel Drive · about $2,500/year to fuel

Beetle Convertible

26mpg combined

City / highway	23 / 31 mpg
Fuel	Premium Gasoline

2 L · 4 cyl · Manual 6-spd · Front-Wheel Drive · about $3,150/year to fuel

Beetle Convertible

25mpg combined

City / highway	23 / 29 mpg
Fuel	Premium Gasoline

2 L · 4 cyl · Automatic (AM-S6) · Front-Wheel Drive · about $3,300/year to fuel

Beetle Convertible

23mpg combined

City / highway	21 / 27 mpg
Fuel	Regular Gasoline

2.5 L · 5 cyl · Automatic (S6) · Front-Wheel Drive · about $2,900/year to fuel

EPA estimates from fueleconomy.gov for each engine and transmission sold. Annual cost is the EPA's estimate for 15,000 miles a year at its current fuel and electricity price assumptions. Your results will vary.

What owners report

Problem area	Complaints	Typical mileage*
Air bagsSrs malfunction warning lamp/light	3	—
Unknown or other	1	—
Seats	1	—
Exterior lighting	1	—
Latches/locks/linkages	1	—
Service brakes, hydraulic	1	—

*Median odometer reading when the problem happened, where owners gave one. One complaint can name several problem areas.

Recent owner complaints

Air bags
The contact owns a 2014 Volkswagen Beetle Convertible. The contact stated that after his wife had driven the vehicle, upon restarting the vehicle, the air bag warning light illuminated. Additionally, the traction control and ABS warning lights were illuminated. The contact called the local dealer and was informed that the warning lights were illuminated due to an unknown sensor failure. The vehicle was not diagnosed or repaired. The vehicle was previously taken to the local dealer under NHTSA Campaign Number: 20V785000 (Air Bags); and routine maintenance and for a flush and fill, radiator, and coolant fan motor. The manufacturer was contacted and referred the contact to another local dealer…
Oct 3, 2024 · 73,000 miles
Seats
The contact owns a 2014 Volkswagen Beetle Convertible. The contact stated that the front passengerâs side seat would no longer slide backwards. The contact was concerned that the front passenger was too close to the air bag system due to the seat malfunction. Additionally, the trunk door handle had malfunctioned, and the trunk door could not be opened from outside the vehicle. The contact stated that trunk door would not shut securely, and the front driverâs side headlight bulb had overheated and experienced charring inside the lens. The cause of the failure was not yet determined. The vehicle was not repaired. The manufacturer and local dealer were notified of the failure. The failure…
Aug 1, 2021 · 70,000 miles
Air bags
TL* TAKATA RECALL. THE CONTACT OWNS A 2014 VOLKSWAGEN BEETLE CONVERTIBLE. THE CONTACT RECEIVED NOTIFICATION OF NHTSA CAMPAIGN NUMBER: 20V785000 (AIR BAGS) HOWEVER, THE PART TO DO THE RECALL REPAIR WAS NOT YET AVAILABLE. THE CONTACT STATED THAT GUNTHER VOLKSWAGEN DAYTONA BEACH LOCATED AT 1270 N TOMOKA FARMS RD, DAYTONA BEACH, FL 32124, (386) 523-0500 HAD EXCEEDED A REASONABLE AMOUNT OF TIME FOR THE RECALL REPAIR. THE MANUFACTURER WAS NOT NOTIFIED OF THE ISSUE. THE CONTACT HAD NOT EXPERIENCED A FAILURE. PARTS DISTRIBUTION DISCONNECT.
Mar 30, 2021
Unknown or other
RECEIVED LETTER FOR RECALL, INSTRUCTED TO CALL FOR APPOINTMENT, LETTER .DID NOT STATE WHAT THE PROBLEM WAS. CHECKED YOUR WEBSITE, SHOWED NO RECALL FOR THIS VEHICLE. CONCERNED IF THIS IS A RIP OFF, SINCE THE LETTER STATED IT WAS A "MANUFACTURER'S RECALL"? LETTER WAS FROM: AUTONATION VOLKSWAGEN, LAS VEGAS, NV
Nov 6, 2018

Owner complaints are submitted to NHTSA by the public and are not verified. Shown as filed (NHTSA removes personal details); long reports are shortened.