Does the 2014 Volkswagen Beetle Convertible have any recalls?

Yes. NHTSA lists 2 recalls for the 2014 Volkswagen Beetle Convertible, the most recent reported on December 16, 2020 (Air bags: frontal). Check a specific car by its VIN at nhtsa.gov/recalls.

What are the most common problems with the 2014 Volkswagen Beetle Convertible?

Owners have filed 4 complaints with NHTSA. The most frequently reported area is air bags (2 complaints), followed by exterior lighting (1).

How many 2014 Volkswagen Beetle Convertible complaints mention a crash or fire?

0 of 4 complaints report a crash and 0 a fire; 0 injuries were reported in total. Complaints are unverified reports from owners.

2014 Volkswagen Beetle Convertible recalls and problems

2 recalls and 4 owner complaints on file with NHTSA for the 2014 Volkswagen Beetle Convertible.

recalls

owner complaints

complaints mentioning a crash

mentioning a fire

Recalls apply to specific production ranges. To see whether a particular car still has an open recall, enter its VIN at nhtsa.gov/recalls. Repairs for safety recalls are free at authorised dealers.

2014 Volkswagen Beetle Convertible recalls

Air bags: frontal

NHTSA campaign 20V785000 · reported December 16, 2020 · Volkswagen Group of America, Inc. · 105,652 vehicles potentially affected

The problem: Volkswagen Group of America, Inc. (Volkswagen) is recalling certain 2012-2014 Volkswagen Beetle and Beetle Convertible vehicles. The driver's side air bag inflator may explode due to propellant degradation occurring after long-term exposure to high absolute humidity, high temperatures, and high temperature cycling.
The risk: An inflator explosion may result in sharp metal fragments striking the driver or other occupants resulting in serious injury or death.
The fix: Volkswagen will notify owners, and dealers will replace the driver frontal air bag, free of charge. The recall began March 19, 2021. Owners may contact Volkswagen customer service at 1-800-893-5298. Volkswagen's number for this recall is 69BC.

Electrical system: ignition, anti-theft, control module · Steering: column locking, anti-theft device

NHTSA campaign 19V615000 · reported August 22, 2019 · Volkswagen Group of America, Inc. · 679,027 vehicles potentially affected

The problem: Volkswagen Group of America, Inc. (Volkswagen) is recalling certain 2015-2019 GTI, 2015-2016 and 2018-2019 Golf, 2012-2019 Beetle and Beetle Convertible, 2017-2019 Golf SportWagen and 2011-2018 Jetta vehicles equipped with an automatic transmission, manual handbrake and keyless entry. A build-up of silicate on the shift lever micro switch contacts may enable the key to be removed from the ignition when the transmission shift lever is not in "Park."
The risk: Removing the key while the shift lever is in a position other than "Park" increases the risk of an unintended vehicle rollaway that may result in personal injury or a crash.
The fix: 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. Volkswagen's number for this recall is 37M2.

Most reported problems

Areas named in owner complaints to NHTSA. One complaint can name several areas.

Air bags2
Exterior lighting1
Latches/locks/linkages1
Seats1
Service brakes, hydraulic1
Unknown or other1

What owners report

Recent complaints filed with NHTSA, shortened. These are unverified accounts from owners, not findings.

Oct 29, 2024 · Air bags · 73,000 miles
The contact owns a 2014 Volkswagen Beetle Convertible. The contact stated that after his wife had driven the vehicle, upon restarting the vehicle, the air bag warning light illuminated. Additionally, the traction control and ABS warning lights were illuminated. The contact called the local dealer and was informed that…

Aug 8, 2023 · Seats · 70,000 miles
The contact owns a 2014 Volkswagen Beetle Convertible. The contact stated that the front passenger’s side seat would no longer slide backwards. The contact was concerned that the front passenger was too close to the air bag system due to the seat malfunction. Additionally, the trunk door handle had malfunctioned, and…

Mar 31, 2021 · Air bags
TL* TAKATA RECALL. THE CONTACT OWNS A 2014 VOLKSWAGEN BEETLE CONVERTIBLE. THE CONTACT RECEIVED NOTIFICATION OF NHTSA CAMPAIGN NUMBER: 20V785000 (AIR BAGS) HOWEVER, THE PART TO DO THE RECALL REPAIR WAS NOT YET AVAILABLE. THE CONTACT STATED THAT GUNTHER VOLKSWAGEN DAYTONA BEACH LOCATED AT 1270 N TOMOKA FARMS RD, DAYTONA…

Nov 12, 2018 · Unknown or other
RECEIVED LETTER FOR RECALL, INSTRUCTED TO CALL FOR APPOINTMENT, LETTER .DID NOT STATE WHAT THE PROBLEM WAS. CHECKED YOUR WEBSITE, SHOWED NO RECALL FOR THIS VEHICLE. CONCERNED IF THIS IS A RIP OFF, SINCE THE LETTER STATED IT WAS A "MANUFACTURER'S RECALL"? LETTER WAS FROM: AUTONATION VOLKSWAGEN, LAS VEGAS, NV

Beetle Convertible model years compared

Year	Recalls	Complaints
2012	3	0
2013	3	8
2014	2	4
2015	2	16
2016	2	11
2017	2	2

All Volkswagen Beetle Convertible years →

Questions

Does the 2014 Volkswagen Beetle Convertible have any recalls?: Yes. NHTSA lists 2 recalls for the 2014 Volkswagen Beetle Convertible, the most recent reported on December 16, 2020 (Air bags: frontal). Check a specific car by its VIN at nhtsa.gov/recalls.
What are the most common problems with the 2014 Volkswagen Beetle Convertible?: Owners have filed 4 complaints with NHTSA. The most frequently reported area is air bags (2 complaints), followed by exterior lighting (1).
How many 2014 Volkswagen Beetle Convertible complaints mention a crash or fire?: 0 of 4 complaints report a crash and 0 a fire; 0 injuries were reported in total. Complaints are unverified reports from owners.

Source: NHTSA recall and complaint data, updated October 27, 2026. Latest complaint received October 29, 2024.