Does the 2016 Volkswagen Beetle Convertible have any recalls?

Yes. NHTSA lists 2 recalls for the 2016 Volkswagen Beetle Convertible, the most recent reported on December 21, 2022 (Air bags: frontal, driver side, inflator module). Check a specific car by its VIN at nhtsa.gov/recalls.

What are the most common problems with the 2016 Volkswagen Beetle Convertible?

Owners have filed 11 complaints with NHTSA. The most frequently reported area is air bags (11 complaints).

How many 2016 Volkswagen Beetle Convertible complaints mention a crash or fire?

0 of 11 complaints report a crash and 0 a fire; 0 injuries were reported in total. Complaints are unverified reports from owners.

2016 Volkswagen Beetle Convertible recalls and problems

2 recalls and 11 owner complaints on file with NHTSA for the 2016 Volkswagen Beetle Convertible.

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complaints mentioning a crash

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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.

2016 Volkswagen Beetle Convertible recalls

Air bags: frontal, driver side, inflator module

NHTSA campaign 22V945000 · reported December 21, 2022 · Volkswagen Group of America, Inc. · 37,558 vehicles potentially affected

The problem: Volkswagen Group of America, Inc. (Volkswagen) is recalling certain 2015-2016 Beetle and Beetle Convertibles 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: Dealers will replace the driver's side air bag, free of charge. Owners notification letters were mailed October 26, 2023. Owners may contact Volkswagen's customer service at 1-800-893-5298. Volkswagen's number for this recall is 69EM.

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 bags11

What owners report

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

Sep 15, 2023 · Air bags
The contact owns a 2016 Volkswagen Beetle Convertible. The contact received notification of NHTSA Campaign Number: 22V945000 (Air Bags) however, the part to do the recall repair was unavailable. The local dealer was contacted, and it was confirmed that parts were not yet available. The contact stated that the…

Sep 15, 2023 · Air bags
The contact owns a 2016 Volkswagen Beetle Convertible. The contact received notification of NHTSA Campaign Number: 22V945000 (Air Bags) however, the part to do the recall repair was not yet available. The local dealer was contacted. The contact stated that the manufacturer had exceeded a reasonable amount of time for…

Aug 25, 2023 · Air bags
The contact owns a 2016 Volkswagen Beetle Convertible. The contact received notification of NHTSA Campaign Number: 22V945000 (Air Bags) however, the part to do the recall repair was not yet available. An unknown local dealer was contacted. The contact stated that the manufacturer had exceeded a reasonable amount of…

Jul 10, 2023 · Air bags
Takata recall. The contact owns a 2016 Volkswagen Beetle Convertible. The contact received notification of NHTSA Campaign Number: 22V945000 (Air Bags) however, the part to do the recall repair was not yet available. The local dealer was not contacted. The contact stated that the manufacturer had exceeded a reasonable…

Jul 3, 2023 · Air bags
Takata recall. The contact owns a 2016 Volkswagen Beetle Convertible. The contact received notification of NHTSA Campaign Number: 22V945000 (Air Bags) however, the part to do the recall repair was not yet available. The contact stated that the manufacturer had exceeded a reasonable amount of time for the recall…

Beetle Convertible model years compared

Year	Recalls	Complaints
2013	3	8
2014	2	4
2015	2	16
2016	2	11
2017	2	2
2018	3	0
2019	2	1

All Volkswagen Beetle Convertible years →

Questions

Does the 2016 Volkswagen Beetle Convertible have any recalls?: Yes. NHTSA lists 2 recalls for the 2016 Volkswagen Beetle Convertible, the most recent reported on December 21, 2022 (Air bags: frontal, driver side, inflator module). Check a specific car by its VIN at nhtsa.gov/recalls.
What are the most common problems with the 2016 Volkswagen Beetle Convertible?: Owners have filed 11 complaints with NHTSA. The most frequently reported area is air bags (11 complaints).
How many 2016 Volkswagen Beetle Convertible complaints mention a crash or fire?: 0 of 11 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 September 15, 2023.