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3VWJP7AT0CM••••••2012 Volkswagen BEETLE
This build draws 3.0× more complaints than the average 2012 Volkswagen BEETLE build (5 vs 2).
5on this build
56on the model
34builds in total
Most reportedElectrical System 2Visibility 1Air Bags 1
What owners of this build wrote
Air BagsFeb 2021
Takata recall. The contact owns a 2012 volkswagen beetle. The contact received notification of NHTSA campaign number: 20V785000 (air bags) however, the part to do the recall repair was unavailable. The contact stated that the manufacturer had exceeded a reasonable amount of time…
Electrical SystemOct 2019
The contact owns a 2012 volkswagen beetle. While driving various speeds, the vehicle experienced total electrical failure. The contact had to restart the vehicle to resume normal operation. There were no warning indicators illuminated; however, the contact heard a beeping sound…
Unknown Or OtherAug 2015
Vehicle dies while driving. Has happened on countless occasions while driving straight, turning, stopped at light, etc. No warning. Engine completely shuts off. Major safety hazard as this has happened while turning left into oncoming traffic and while traveling down a road at…
Electrical SystemAug 2012
The driver and passenger windows do not go up or down on command when the button has been pressed. Once the window does go down (usually on its own) it is very difficult to get the windows back up. I feel this is a safety issue as it allows the elements (ie moisture) to enter…
Unknown Or OtherMay 2012
On 5/15/12, I parked my car at 1:20 p.m. In an off road small private parking lot (a small assisted living complex in stockton, ca), temperature less than 80 degrees, no trees overhead, perpendicular, facing the side of the building. When I came out 3 hours later, from the…
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Decoded via NHTSA vPIC. Recalls, complaints and safety from NHTSA; MPG from EPA fueleconomy.gov. Full history reports from our partner. VIN 3VWJP7AT0CM656974 · decoded Sep 2026. — ForCar Reviewed by Denis Kataev, founder of ForCar.