2015 VOLKSWAGEN BEETLE Recalls — Canada & USA

The 2015 Volkswagen Beetle has 5 recalls, the most serious being a driver's side airbag inflator that can rupture and send metal fragments into the cabin, along with a fuel system leak that can lead to a vehicle fire. The airbag issue stems from propellant that degrades over time in hot, humid climates, causing the inflator to explode with far greater force than intended in a crash. The fuel leak carries the same fire risk if fuel contacts an ignition source. On the electronic side, vehicles with an automatic transmission, manual handbrake, and keyless entry can allow the key to be removed while the shifter is not in Park, which can lead to an unintended rollaway. There is also a sunroof concern on certain vehicles: the glass panel can crack or shatter when the car hits a pothole or rough road, risking injury from falling glass and distracting the driver.