2002 Volkswagen beetle GLS
3VWCB21C52M436609
Vehicle history report for the 2002 Volkswagen beetle (VIN 3VWCB21C52M436609). Yellow. Title: Clean. 153,342 mi reported. Registered in Wa. Unlock full title, salvage, lien & accident history.
At a glance
Vehicle identity & specifications
Full vehicle history report
What a full report checks for VIN 3VWCB21C52M436609
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Safety recalls None found
No open NHTSA recall campaigns were found for this 2002 volkswagen beetle.
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Common problems & what to inspect
No owner complaints are on file with NHTSA for the 2002 Volkswagen beetle yet — a good sign. Still, run the essential pre-purchase checks below before you buy.
Pre-purchase checklist
- Match the VIN on the dash, door jamb and title — they must be identical.
- Cold-start the engine; listen for knocks and check for blue or white exhaust smoke.
- Test-drive through all gears at low and highway speed — no slipping, shudder or pulling.
- Confirm every warning light clears at startup (none should stay on).
- Check fluids — oil, coolant, transmission — for level, color and leaks.
- Look underneath for rust, fresh undercoating or signs of collision repair.
- Always get an independent pre-purchase inspection from a trusted mechanic.
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Frequently asked questions
Can I find out who owns this vehicle from the VIN?
No — and no legitimate service can. Linking a VIN or plate to a named owner is restricted by the U.S. Driver's Privacy Protection Act, the EU GDPR and equivalent laws. CarLogs shows the vehicle only — specs, recalls, problems and value — never the person.
Is the VIN 3VWCB21C52M436609 valid?
3VWCB21C52M436609 is a structurally valid 17-character VIN with a correct ISO 3779 check digit, assigned to a manufacturer in Mexico. It decodes to the 2002 Volkswagen beetle.
Does the 2002 Volkswagen beetle have any open safety recalls?
No open NHTSA safety-recall campaigns were found for the 2002 Volkswagen beetle. CarLogs checks this against official NHTSA data on every lookup.
Data last checked 2 Oct 2026 · Sources: NHTSA (recalls & complaints), U.S. EPA (fuel economy), NHTSA vPIC (specifications). Vehicle data only — CarLogs never shows owner information.