This page covers 2 recalls and EPA fuel economy for the 2017 Volkswagen Beetle Convertible.
28 mpg combined
8.4 L/100km
Subcompact Cars
Fuel economy data from fueleconomy.gov (EPA / U.S. Dept. of Energy). Annual cost based on 15,000 mi/yr at 55% city driving and current fuel prices. MPG is U.S. gallons; L/100km converted.
The 2017 Volkswagen Beetle Convertible has 2 recalls, the more serious being a driver's side airbag inflator that can rupture and send metal fragments into the cabin, posing a risk of serious injury or death.
The second recall affects vehicles with an automatic transmission, manual handbrake, and keyless entry: the ignition system can allow the key to be removed while the gear selector is not in Park, which can lead to an unintended rollaway and a potential crash.
At a glance
What can fail
The driver's side front air bag inflator may explode due to propellant breakdown caused by long-term exposure to high humidity, high heat, and repeated temperature changes.
What the fix does
Dealers will replace the driver's side front air bag module at no cost to you.
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Summarized — see the official notice for exact wording, dates, and contacts.
At a glance
What can fail
Silicate buildup on the shift lever switch contacts can allow the key to be removed from the ignition even when the transmission is not in Park.
What the fix does
Dealers will install an additional switch and circuit board at no cost.
Summarized — see the official notice for exact wording, dates, and contacts.
