| Issue ID | 833994 |
| Internal NHTSA # | 10371802 |
| Manufacurer | VOLKSWAGEN OF AMERICA, INC |
| Brand | VOLKSWAGEN |
| Model | BEETLE |
| Model Year | 2004 |
| File date | 18/12/10 |
| Component | VISIBILITY:POWER WINDOW DEVICES AND CONTROLS |
| Product type code | VEHICLE |
| Description of the problem | Window regulator on our 2004 volkswagen beetle convertible failed on the second rear window on december 18, 2010. The first occurred on september 22, 2010. According to our repairman, this window regulator is a very poor design and happens on many beetles, even new 2010 versions. Volkswagen of america refuses to issue a recall or warranty coverage for its design problem. Our cost to repair will be $850 to $1,000. |
| Vehicle Mileage at Failure | 55600 |
| Number of Occurences | 1 |
| Source of the issue | NHTSA WEB SITE |
| City and State | MARIETTA, GA |
| VIN pattern | 3VWCD31Y54MXXXXXX |
| Was vehicle invloved in a crash? | N |
| Was vehicle involved in a fire? | N |
| Was incedent reported to police? | N |
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| Date of purchase | 07/08/26 |
| Was original owner? | N |
| Anti-lock brakes | N |
| Cruise control | N |
| Number of cylinders | 4 |
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| Vehicle speed | 25 |
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