2017 Volkswagen Beetle Convertible
Only 2 complaints on file — too few for a fair verdict.
This verdict reflects complaint volume compared to this model's typical year. Recalls and safety issues below apply regardless of the verdict — always check them.
Only 2 complaints on file — too few for a fair verdict. The data below is complete but unranked.
- Complaints
- 2
- Recalls
- 2
- Investigations
- 0
- Top problem
- —
Too few to rank
Campaigns on file for 2017
None on file
Not enough data
Complaints per year
2017: 2 complaints
View as data table
| Year | Complaints |
|---|---|
| 2008 | 0 |
| 2009 | 0 |
| 2010 | 0 |
| 2012 | 0 |
| 2013 | 8 |
| 2014 | 4 |
| 2015 | 16 |
| 2016 | 11 |
| 2017 | 2 |
| 2018 | 0 |
| 2019 | 1 |
Known problem areas
Only 2 complaints on file for this model year — too few to rank by share. Raw counts only, below.
Air bags
2 of 2 total reports mention: air bags.
Show complaint excerpts
The contact owns a 2017 Volkswagen Beetle Convertible. The contact received notification of NHTSA Campaign Number: 24V834000 (AIR BAGS); however, the part to do the recall repair was not yet available. The local dealer was contacted.
NHTSA ODI report, 2025-07-24
The contact owns a 2017 Volkswagen Beetle Convertible. The contact stated while driving 15 MPH, several unknown warning lights illuminated.
NHTSA ODI report, 2025-06-24
Also filed under Electrical system
Electrical system
1 of 2 total reports mentions: electrical system.
Safety timeline
2 recalls · 0 investigations · oldest first
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2019-11-19Electrical system, steering19V615000 Volkswagen Group of America, Inc.
Remedy: 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.
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2024-12-04Air bags24V834000 Volkswagen Group of America, Inc. (Volkswagen) is recalling certain 2017-2019 Beetle, Beetle Convertible, 2012-2014 Passat, 2017 Passat Wagon, and 2006-2007 Passat Sedan vehicles.
Remedy: Dealers will replace the driver's side front air bag module, free of charge. Owner notification letters were mailed December 4, 2024. Owners may contact Volkswagen customer service at 1-800-893-5298.
Buy-smart checklist
2017 Volkswagen Beetle Convertible — pre-purchase inspection
Inspect
- Air bags: 2 reports on file for this year.
- Electrical system: 1 report on file for this year.
Verify these recalls were completed
- Recall 19V615000 · Electrical system, steering
- Recall 24V834000 · Air bags
FAQ
- Is the 2017 Volkswagen Beetle Convertible reliable?
- There isn't enough NHTSA complaint data on file yet to give this model year a verdict.
- What are the most common problems with the 2017 Volkswagen Beetle Convertible?
- The most-reported component is air bags, accounting for 100% of complaints on file.
- How many recalls does the 2017 Volkswagen Beetle Convertible have?
- 2 recalls on file for this model year.
Data updated 2026-11-01 · Complaints are unverified owner reports filed with NHTSA, not independently verified defects. Methodology.