Top 5 Problems Volkswagen New Beetle Coupe 1998-2010 1st Generation

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The Volkswagen New Beetle is available in model years 1998 to 2010, here in the US at least, and it's the subject of this Top 5 Problems video! If you own a New Beetle, know someone else that does, or are thinking of buying one, make sure to watch this video to learn all about it! Andy points out the 5 most common problems Beetle drivers might face, and he shows you how you can solve or avoid some of those problems, too!
0:00 Top 5 Problems Volkswagen VW New Beetle Coupe 1998-2010 1st Generation
0:35 Mass Airflow Sensor (MAF)
1:36 Coolant Temperature Sensor
2:18 Coolant Reservoir
3:19 Hood Latch
3:46 Window Regulator
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@Ilovemycomputer2013 Жыл бұрын

A 2006 VW New Beetle was my first car, it caught on fire lmao

@vanemayo6077 Жыл бұрын

Thank you very much for the video!! I just bought a 2000 Volkswagen Beetle and i love it! But i have been having some of the problems that you mentioned 🥰 excellent video 👌🏻

@wesley9735 4 ай бұрын

I'm confused why we talk about air filters and looking at dirty pollen/cabin filters.. then wonder how meany people haven't replaced the cabin filter since covid...😮

@sammyt3514 2 жыл бұрын

Faulty window motors are very common in VWs of that era; everyone I know who had a Golf or a Jetta from the late 90's/early 2000's has a story about how the window motors failed on them, often in a storm!

@santileonsteinberg1441 2 жыл бұрын

Yup, they also have this weird habit for dropping their windows inside the door panel. Mine has done this twice and one time the window broke inside and it was such a PITA to clean up all the broken glass!

@neshiasmith9066 Жыл бұрын

I can vouch this both mines went out today was able to get one up but now stuck with one crack

@sycotic7697 Жыл бұрын

I own a 2003 1.9 TDI beetle luna convertible with 130k plus mileage, only issue I've had is the power steering going faulty, other than that the engine/turbo is really reliable even passed 130k mileage. Nippy cars the 2.0's would recommend 👌

@jus10lewissr Ай бұрын

I wish these were the only problems my Volkswagens had! I'd have a lot more money, that's for sure. Unfortunately, I still haven't learned my lesson and continue to love these things, regardless of the financial stress they cause. Excellent video, though!

@1AAuto 29 күн бұрын

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@BadBrad23 2 жыл бұрын

Most sold car in the world is not chevy suburban. #1 Toyota Corolla #2 Ford F-Series #3 VW Golf #4 VW Beetle

@bourbonciti 5 ай бұрын

Great video. I'm surprised you got it out without removing the intake housing. I won't even attempt it without removing the tube first lol.

@prettybaby80 Жыл бұрын

I agree with everything here . All issues. The window regulator broke at least 3 times this year alone

@cdoublejj Жыл бұрын

The core support is plastic, so if you have a cheap aftermarket core support it may sag preventing the hood from latching when closed. I have to adjust my latch all the way up. I may actually add a removable metal frame to raise and stiffen up the core support

@justinnkim 2 жыл бұрын

So cool love your vids

@luisschafer3259 Жыл бұрын

I have a 1999 9c1 2.0 and have had none of these issues :D One thing that often does brake is the lambda thing. It causes massive fuel consumption

@notesonwheels Жыл бұрын

Greetings. I own a 1.8 20vt Beetle Turbo S and you were right, had to change the coolant temp sensor. Know, there is the weird sound on full throttle, usually after the car sits a long time, that sounds like tiny tiny knocks, and I was told it is the knock sensor. There are no fault codes stored on the ECU. I run some tests on a dyno, the car is full health, 174bhp. Should I change the knock sensor with an aftermarket improved one just in case?

@user-ol6ri6lc2e Жыл бұрын

I had a 2003 vw beetle convertible and it cost me soo much! First transmission went out completely, the side interior panels kept falling, 4 M.A. sensors, throttle body clean, thermostat, the heat never worked the people before me used premium gas so I had to use that and then my beetle left me stranded like 3 times ohh and the shifter for the PRNDL broke so I had to lift the plastic each time to get it to the next gear …and the trunk loved to pop open even when I didn’t touch it!

@katieking6845 Жыл бұрын

They make the window regulator replacement as hard as possible mechanic dream

@Derriqueen Жыл бұрын

My 2001 Vw beetle was used when I bought it and I’ve put a few thousands in it over the 3 years I’ve had it. But now everything just be falling apart the door makes sounds the window don’t want to roll up sometimes now it’s driving funny. I love my car just wish it was more reliable

@anilec333 Жыл бұрын

My friend 2003 beetle paid almost 5 thousand us on the car. The electrical issue is always !

@Derriqueen Жыл бұрын

@@anilec333 I swear my beetle has its own personality lol me and my family joke about my car because one day the door will be broke then the next time you look the door will be fixed on its own this car is a trip lol it was just broken down now it woke up on its on perfectly fine but I’m still going to put it in the shop but it’s strange everyone says my car is unique but it reminds me of that movie Herbie fully loaded with Linsey Lohan lol

@kimhowell-torres8402 Жыл бұрын

nice tips. thank you!

@chriskobe4704 7 ай бұрын

3:19 I just replaced the hood latch for my 2000 Beetle, but it doesn't shut properly now. How can I fix or adjust it?

@USCG.Brennan 11 ай бұрын

A friend has a 2004 Beetle and it won't shift properly until the car has warmed up. Otherwise you have to lift your foot off the gas and then it will. Kind of like Chevy powerglides would do when they were getting old. Any ideas....water temp sensor??

@hull5768 Жыл бұрын

Being that the beetle has such a small radiator grill do they have cooling issues? Anybody know?

@davidray4655 2 жыл бұрын

You forgot #6, the leaking 3rd brake light that cause corrosion in the connectors which in turn causes the loss of power to the hatch and it won't open

@1AAuto 2 жыл бұрын

+david ray Thanks for the feedback!

@anilec333 Жыл бұрын

@@1AAuto can you spot the battery drain problem? Seems every beetle has this problem

@squirtqween8791 Жыл бұрын

Watch Out For The Fuse Box Melting On Top The Battery! It Will Make The Coolant Fans From Working. And Numerous Other Electrical Issues.

@nelsoncollier Жыл бұрын

Two things are missing: 1. Those with the 2.5 engine always develop a severe oil leak 2. The headlight connections can never be plugged back in right if you have to replace a bulb.

@alisarogers1485 Жыл бұрын

All these problems we have with our 99 diesel but the water temperature sensor is still a problem when we have connected the computer keeps saying it’s too hot and the car won’t start at all so we have it disconnected anyhow does anyone know what we could do?

@bern4248 3 ай бұрын

Greetings from NL. Canada!!Thanks for video ! My 59 yr old son purchased a used 2010 VW Beetle for his wife back over a year ago it drove like a new car the first 3-4 months then the problems started #1 Drivers side window regulator stuck got many new and used parts but nothing worked ! #2 water pump leaking garage say cost over $3000 dollars to replace. .also need single radiator fan , car still drives perfect but after driving 30-40KM it over heats. Is there a fix besides replacing water pump?? Your videos sure helped me over the years thanks for that.

@anastasiatonisson6177 Жыл бұрын

I have Beetle 2002 and I have a really strange sound when I release the brake pedal like shhhhh. I was in several services but everybody said that it is ok for this car. Does someone have the same sound?

@caspilde Жыл бұрын

How do you adjust the aim of the headlights?

@LadyMoonstar6601 8 ай бұрын

My friend had a blue 2004 VW new beetle, we were driving out of the car park of a shopping centre and the engine begun to rev up and down of its own accord, we were moving less than 5 miles an hour with cars beeping us behind, I was genuinely concerned that the engine might stall itself but it didn’t .

@Tironsrilanka Жыл бұрын

hi pls tell me how to repiar digital speedometer

@bennygreene1421 11 ай бұрын

Did the dirty MAF sensor cause the car to surge?

@juanluisvalenciaga6060 4 ай бұрын

Thanks for your excellent video, but the biggest problem on this Beetle, is chassis corrosion. Just disassemble the front and rear fenders and you will find a big surprise, even if the car has been taken care of to the maximum.

@bartdaw6681 2 жыл бұрын

The wife has a 2015 beetle convertible and the window regulator broke and I could only get it from VW . They had a 2 week waiting period for a service appointment so I put it in myself but it had some thrice to installing it and adjusting it. Putting the door card back on was a real pain.

@miguelzamora7146 9 ай бұрын

Anyone one know if all those years have interchangeable body parts such as doors I got a 2010 hardtop would older years work they look the same

@walterjunovich6180 2 жыл бұрын

My daughter's 2006 had a constant issue with Volkswagen's version of a P.C.V. Valve. There's a rubber diaphragm that literally looks like a piece of Salami that wears out and dosen't allow the car to idle correctly. We were also advised not to fill up the gas tank past 3/4 or there would be issues with flooding out the Carbon Canister. Aside from all it's little quirks , when it was running right it was a great little car . Amazingly even in an Ohio winter.

@OwlManoloPR13 2 жыл бұрын

Lol. I deleted the PCV before it died. Nope, not dealing with that.

@carolhoward2000 Жыл бұрын

I have 04 convertible new bettle turbo 1.8. Twenty valve with rally wheels. Im selling it cheap on marketplace cause its got blown head. Live in cburg wva. Am im not doing the right thing i kno someone can fix it. Should i dont kno what to do hate to loose out on it.

@autisticrebel1253 Ай бұрын

my mum and dad's VW beetle has a problem with the driver side window, it has been stuck up for years now, other than that the car has been running seamlessly since it wa ls bought in 1999.

@williamobrien7926 Жыл бұрын

Don't forget the transmission solenoids going bad and having to replace them or the whole unit they go in.

@alexanderblackwell6114 Жыл бұрын

very minor problems imo, although mine has almost all of these problems

@maverickcollie5366 Жыл бұрын

Also forgot trans solenoids on 09g 6 speed,vacuum pump seals leaking oil on 2.5 liter, and various interior pieces that are prone to breaking lol

@Melemel-lq5kn 3 ай бұрын

2001vwbeetle reverse good doesn't move forward . what do I need to check some one reply

@DJJDSKREWED Ай бұрын

I got window problem on the one and also ac problem

@onewolfhowls7670 Жыл бұрын

So, I need a transmission valve body or a solenoid kit. Can you help me find them?

@1AAuto Жыл бұрын

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@ladytoad7220 Жыл бұрын

0our 2006 vw diesel automatic new bug k window kept stopping midway, We rplaced the motor and regulator and still didnt work. I then noticed that the inside window rubber channel moulding was warped to this problem i let the windsow fully down and srayed wd40 in both channels and then the window went up without getting stuck, I beleive this was the main problem and wasted 440$ on a window repair. Once a month i do this to both windows and no more problems

@annierussell379 Жыл бұрын

Really touchy when removing coolant cap on a sealed system. Very easy to get air pushed or sucked into system...then.u get air pockets in the system. Then it gets locked, and will lead to the system being bled wich is a process that is time consuming, but not necessarily hard to do. Patience is the ticket, there's no way to do anything on German vehicles that is rushed.

@bennygreene1421 11 ай бұрын

I think i would like a five speed jetta or rabbit. 2.5 engine. Had a vw quantum five cylinder. Very tough engine.

@1AAuto 11 ай бұрын

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@teamdrivealot8441 4 ай бұрын

Only problem ive got is abs pump and the window buttons broke but cheap to order online , and 70$ later a new pump was coded 😊

@bh2155 Жыл бұрын

Can you do a video for 2012 to 2019 VW Beetle problems.

@1AAuto Жыл бұрын

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@PurpleTeddy89 Жыл бұрын

My car when im putting up the driver side window the window goes back down once or twice like half way then it closes

@PurpleTeddy89 Жыл бұрын

Or it looks like its getting caught on something

@anniejohnasmr3963 Жыл бұрын

One of my friends had the VW new beetle and suffered this problem.We were coming out of an entrance to a parking lot and lost power almost to where we were not moving at all. The engine was idling up and down of its own accord,

@gregcrabb3497 9 ай бұрын

I've had my 2001 beetle since new, 22 years now and 329,000 miles. Only real issues I had were the window regulators in both doors. Mine's diesel so it doesn't have some of the other problems.

@johnallan1786 4 ай бұрын

No mention of headlight issues?

@meskobe Ай бұрын

Also the factory radio on these Beetles puts a trickle draw on the battery. So if you don't drive it for a bit, dead battery.

@coburn_karma 2 жыл бұрын

My 1999 New Beetle 1.8 turbo had faulty window motors, MAF sensor, Bad Clutch, peeling plasti coating on interior trim, halogen bulb on the right headlight that kept burning out prematurely......all within 75K miles. Sold it to Carmax for $12k in 2005. Good Riddance.

@Matt-kt9nm Жыл бұрын

My sister had a 2000 that caught fire, and burnt up. Electrical problem in the dash .

@cqse199 Жыл бұрын

What cars do you own now 😭

@antoninocutrupi8641 3 ай бұрын

Quando sono con la seconda marcia al minimo e accellero , lauto singhizza e strattone. Sai il motivo?

@montawilliams3092 Жыл бұрын

How to replace fuse for window wipers

@DeadlyBliss13 Жыл бұрын

The climate Control module is a big issue and if it fails you lose windows interior lights, hatch pop button and sun roof. So kinda annoying at 350 dollars! If all the fuses are good and nothing works still it could be this

@BlueWaterCozumel 11 ай бұрын

Burns oil like a siv. Always replacing spark plugs. No blue smoke. 2000 gls 2.0 litre.

@lowgriffo 2 жыл бұрын

forgot to mention all the plastic junk its gonna break once you replace the window regulator and the windows are gonna go up and down by their selves

@devinahunter3868 2 ай бұрын

I own a 1999 beetle, my drivers side window regulator was bad and wouldn’t roll the window up fully… I would push my window up by hand then one day I guess I put too much pressure and the window shattered.

@TheSouthIsHot 11 ай бұрын

Top 5 Problems Volkswagen New Beetle Coupe: EVERYTHING.

@timothychristian4051 8 ай бұрын

1998 - 2003 that dang brake light switch

@scottmeuchel 2 жыл бұрын

How about the crank position sensor. PITA!

@scottmeuchel 2 жыл бұрын

Also, had to remove the entire front-clip to change the fog lights.

@santileonsteinberg1441 2 жыл бұрын

@@scottmeuchel Not really, you can just take off the wheel well liners and access the bulbs from there, much easier to do than remove the front clip. Although you’ll have to remove it when the radiator or fans inevitably stop working 🥲

@Danilo111 9 ай бұрын

My 2005 came with a bad leak, I fixed it by replacing the valve cover

@janetyoba4208 9 ай бұрын

I have a 2008 VW beetle. I need to put a kill switch on.

@TheFrogballz Жыл бұрын

Rear struts tend to break.

@bepriceless Жыл бұрын

Wow, I've had none of these, but about 25 other major issues, including air conditioner that the repair will cost twice as much as the car is worth. I still love to drive my Turbo.

@enricopolazzo33 2 жыл бұрын

Disintegrating interior and sticky, failed soft touch coating on everything.

@santileonsteinberg1441 2 жыл бұрын

Yup, everything gets gooey with age on old German cars with soft touch rubberised coating. However if you take the pieces off and let them soak in warm water overnight the coating sheds off, that’s what I did on mine and the interior looks fantastic

@nelsoncollier Жыл бұрын

A microfiber towel and a can of isopropyl alcohol cleans it up great

@garymorton-tg7nd 3 ай бұрын

YOU CAN ACCESS THE M A P SENSOR FROM THE TURN SIGNAL LENSE ON THE PASSENGER SIDE USE A SMALL RACHECT TO GET IN THERE USE A FLASHLIGHT TO SEE IT HARD TO FIND REMEMBER THIS TRICK I HAVE O5 N BEETLE 1.8 20V TURBO CONV

@georgioman418 6 ай бұрын

The cost to fix things are crazy...replacing the heating core...$1700.00 ..they had to remove the entire dash board to get to it...8 hrs of work.....replaced the radiator..650.00 they had to remove the front end to do that....labor $$$ is crazy!...I like my 2010 buggy 150000miles ...but next time its a Honda or Toyota...way cheaper to fix and they run forever before problems appear!

@waltermiller249 Жыл бұрын

Door locks stop working too

@mattwillman10 9 ай бұрын

Oxy sensors?

@Melemel-lq5kn 3 ай бұрын

2001 VW beetle doesn't move forward . but reverse is good

@bennygreene1421 11 ай бұрын

1.8 Jetta, 4 cylinder, turbo or not, non interference. Same with 2.0 Correct me if I'm wrong on this.

@lowgriffo Ай бұрын

I HAD A MANUAL 99 GOOD ENGINE AND TRANY HOWEVER BUNCH OF ELECTRIC PROBLEMS WINDOWS , DOOR LATCHES NOT LOCKING , EVERITHING INSIDE PLASTIC ONCE U PULL IT IT WILL BREAK ALMOST IMPOSSIBLE TO WORK ON.

@davidross-oo2vh Жыл бұрын

I bought a window regulator and motor from a junkyard for $65 and replaced it in 20 minutes... Nothing to it

@desidinero2960 Жыл бұрын

car shudders when it shifts in 1st and 2nd then runs smooth

@jedtaneomusic9391 Жыл бұрын

I thought German cars are not a headache. Japanese is the way to go!

@scaleartsg 2 жыл бұрын

looks like a simple car to maintain

@OwlManoloPR13 2 жыл бұрын

They can be a pain in the but to work on but not a bad car if it's properly maintained. I love mine.

@Derriqueen Жыл бұрын

Oh no it’s not it’s very costly something always breaking down I’ve had mine for 3 years and have spent thousands. I love my car but it’s a pain at time

@BretBerger Жыл бұрын

lol

@mewtrixster9884 Жыл бұрын

You say that until you take a good look in the engine bay. Cant get around NOTHING. have to take off every little peice to get to something a little further down. It's such a small compartment. I'm a women with small hands and it's still a pain to reach some things.

@jameshawkins8966 2 жыл бұрын

I was expecting german cars has to be reliable im dissapointed id stick with japanese

@sailur Жыл бұрын

Every car is gonna have problems

@OLYMPICHELLO 11 ай бұрын

It would be nice if d vid was well lighted under d hood n d camera focuses in on what parts ur talking about. Also use a different colored glove so viewers can differentiate what yr talking about. Plz move a pointer or laser light to help viewers d part location. Suggest moving yr hand so viewers no what yr talking about.

@rosendodominguez-dw4rt Жыл бұрын

I GAT BW. BOG THEAT GAST HOT AFTOR 10 MANATS OF DRIEVIIN AT WAT CUOD BE 2002

@ahotdj07 2 жыл бұрын

@0:19 - Actually you are wrong...it's the Toyota Corolla.

@KJ-iq7fm 2 жыл бұрын

Corolla definitely the most (>43 million produced). ✅ While Suburban is oldest, surviving nameplate in USA. 💫

@bern4248 3 ай бұрын

😇😊

@sneakerfreak2002 2 жыл бұрын

Beetle is “cooler” than a suburban? Ok there chief thats somewhat subjective don’t you think, oh wait you dont

@frisco-2.0 Жыл бұрын

That's incorrect! The original beetle is still the most build car in the world! The beetle was mostly the same car throughout its history with only minor changes. The high number of Suburbans, Corollas and Golfs is the result of all their different generations. The 21,5 million beetles are all together the same car.

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@jamespisano2958 Жыл бұрын

500 bucks for a 99 green bug. Now i know y he inly wants 500 lol

@Ryan_1997 2 жыл бұрын

When you have to do maintenance on the radiator system 🤦‍♂️🤦‍♂️

@terrypierson5807 11 ай бұрын

You’re wrong brother the most produced vehicle ever is the Toyota corolla over 50 million sold more than the suburban or the Volkswagen beetle

@normvw4053 Жыл бұрын

This is actually the second generation, the first generation was the air cooled engine, you know, the one designed and built by Porsche. So a Volkswagen is a Porsche's cousin.

@MalcolmXpat 5 ай бұрын

Chevrolet Suburban most produced vehicle ever? no chance...

@InterCity134 Жыл бұрын

Chevy? Are you joking? The Chevy is no where near the top. Not a strong start to tell such a lie. And no mention of one of the bigger issues - the badly designed rear 3rd brake light that’s leaks water into the trunk where it causes connectivity issues in the read hatch lock switches to set off false alarms or prevent opening.