2018 Volkswagen Beetle Convertible

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2018 Volkswagen Beetle Convertible
RENDERED 2026-08-02T09:46:09.792Z

Only 0 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 0 complaints on file — too few for a fair verdict. The data below is complete but unranked.

How is this computed?

COMPLAINTS PER YEAR

Complaints per year, Volkswagen Beetle Convertible Bar chart of distinct NHTSA complaints filed per model year, 2018 highlighted. 2008: 0 complaints 2008 2009: 0 complaints 2010: 0 complaints 2010 2012: 0 complaints 2013: 8 complaints 2013 2014: 4 complaints 2015: 16 complaints 2015 2016: 11 complaints 2017: 2 complaints 2017 2018: 0 complaints 2018 2019: 1 complaints 2019
2018: 0 complaints
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YearComplaints
20080
20090
20100
20120
20138
20144
201516
201611
20172
20180
20191

KNOWN PROBLEM AREAS

No complaint components on file for this model year.

SAFETY TIMELINE

R 20180629 — service brakes, hydraulic

Volkswagen Group of America, Inc. (Volkswagen) is recalling certain 2018 Volkswagen Atlas, Passat, Beetle, Beetle Convertible, Golf, Golf SportWagen and GTI and Audi Q5 and SQ5 vehicles.

Remedy: Volkswagen and Audi will notify their owners. Audi dealers will bleed the rear brakes. Volkswagen dealers will bleed the front and rear brake calipers. Note: Owners are advised not to drive their vehicles until the brake system has been checked.

Campaign 18V369000 — check if this car was fixed

R 20191119 — electrical system, steering

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.

Campaign 19V615000 — check if this car was fixed

R 20241204 — air bags

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.

Campaign 24V834000 — check if this car was fixed

BUY-SMART CHECKLIST

2018 Volkswagen Beetle Convertible — pre-purchase inspection

  • Verify recall 18V369000 (service brakes, hydraulic) has been completed.
  • Verify recall 19V615000 (electrical system, steering) has been completed.
  • Verify recall 24V834000 (air bags) has been completed.

FAQ

Is the 2018 Volkswagen Beetle Convertible reliable?

There isn't enough NHTSA complaint data on file yet to give this model year a verdict.

How many recalls does the 2018 Volkswagen Beetle Convertible have?

3 recalls on file for this model year.

Data updated 2026-07-11 · Complaints are unverified owner reports filed with NHTSA, not independently verified defects. Methodology.