2014 Volkswagen Beetle
Recalls, most-reported problems, crash-test ratings, fuel economy and what a 2014 Volkswagen Beetle is worth — from official NHTSA and EPA data. 60 on record.
2014 Volkswagen Beetle at a glance
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2014 Volkswagen Beetle recalls 6
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 transmis…
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.
Volkswagen of America, Inc. (Volkswagen) is recalling certain model year 2014 Jetta, Beetle, Beetle Convertible, and Passat vehicles equipped with a 1.8T engine and torque converter automatic transmission. In the affected vehicles, the O-ring seals between the oil cooler and the transmission may leak fluid.
Fix: Volkswagen will notify owners, and dealers will replace the O-ring seals in the transmission oil cooler, free of charge. The recall is expected to begin on April 16, 2014. Owners may contact Volkswagen at 1-800-822-8987. Volkswagen's number for this recall is 38B9/9V.
Volkswagen Group of America, Inc. (Volkswagen) is recalling certain model year 2013-2015 Beetle vehicles manufactured June 13, 2013, to July 3, 2014. The glass sunroofs in the affected vehicles may break when the vehicles are operated over a hard road surface or strike a pothole.
Fix: Volkswagen will notify owners, and dealers will replace the sunroof, free of charge. The recall began on December 15, 2015. Owners may contact Volkswagen customer service at 1-800-822-8987. Volkswagen's number for this recall is 60B9.
Volkswagen Group of America, Inc. (Volkswagen) is recalling certain model year 2014-2015 Jetta vehicles manufactured March 28, 2014, to November 24, 2014, 2014-2015 Passat vehicles manufactured April 7, 2014, to November 18, 2014, 2015 Golf and GTI vehicles manufactured July 1, 2014, to November 20, 2014, and 2014-2015 Beetle and Beetle Convertible vehicles manufactured March 31, 2014, to November 27, 2014. A seali…
Fix: Volkswagen will notify owners, and dealers will replace the fuel rails with new parts, free of charge. The recall began February 6, 2015. Owners may contact Volkswagen customer service at 1-800-822-8987. Volkswagen's number for this recall is 24BL. Note: This recall expands and supersedes recall…
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.
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.
Tenneco Automotive (Tenneco) is recalling certain Beck/Arnley Master Cylinders, part number 072-9831, sold as aftermarket or replacement parts for 2004-2018 Volkswagen Jetta, and 2012-2019 Volkswagen Beetle vehicles. The fluid seal crimp on the master cylinder may be insufficient, causing brake fluid to leak or the cylinder to come apart.
Fix: Beck/Arnley will notify the distributors that sold the master cylinders and will work with the distributors to notify the end users. Affected master cylinders will be exchanged for a new master cylinder (part number 072-9990), free of charge. The recall began October 30, 2020. Owners may contact…
Source: U.S. NHTSA. A recall applies to a model year, but only a VIN check shows whether a specific car has had the repair done.
2014 Volkswagen Beetle common problems
The most-reported problem areas from 54 owner complaints filed with NHTSA — and what to check before you buy.
2014 Volkswagen Beetle MPG & running costs
Source: U.S. EPA / DOE fueleconomy.gov, averaged across trims.
What's a 2014 Volkswagen Beetle worth?
Estimated 5-year cost to own
A rough guide to what running a 2014 Volkswagen Beetle costs over five years and 75,000 miles.
How this is estimated: fuel is the U.S. EPA annual cost at 15,000 miles a year. There aren't enough comparable listings to estimate depreciation for this model, so it is left out. Not included: insurance, maintenance, repairs, taxes, registration and finance costs. Treat it as a comparison guide, not a quote.
2014 Volkswagen Beetle trims & engines on record
2014 Volkswagen Beetle vehicles on record
2014 Volkswagen Beetle 1.8T3VWJ07AT4EM663336
2014 Volkswagen Beetle 2.5L PZEV3VWFP7AT5EM626944
2014 Volkswagen Beetle 2.5L PZEV3VWFP7AT8EM601374
2014 Volkswagen Beetle 2.5L PZEV3VWFP7AT7EM631174
2014 Volkswagen Beetle 2.5L PZEV3VWFP7AT9EM631192
2014 Volkswagen Beetle 2.5L PZEV3VWFP7AT2EM631521
2014 Volkswagen Beetle 4c 1.8t3VWF17AT9EM652903
2014 Volkswagen Beetle 4c 1.8t3VWF17AT6EM640076
2014 Volkswagen Beetle 2.5L PZEV3VWFP7AT4EM629530
2014 Volkswagen Beetle 1.8T3VWJ17AT9EM640924
2014 Volkswagen Beetle R-Line PZEV3VWVT7AT0EM621819
2014 Volkswagen Beetle 2.5L PZEV3VWFP7AT3EM631639
2014 Volkswagen Beetle 2.5L PZEV3VWFP7AT7EM601317
2014 Volkswagen Beetle 2.5L PZEV3VWFP7AT6EM606685
2014 Volkswagen Beetle 2.5L PZEV3VWFP7AT7EM601835
2014 Volkswagen Beetle 2.5L PZEV3VWFP7AT6EM631568
2014 Volkswagen Beetle 2.5L PZEV3VWFP7AT2EM625590
2014 Volkswagen Beetle 2.5L PZEV3VWJP7AT1EM609097
2014 Volkswagen Beetle R-Line PZEV3VW4T7AT1EM600506
2014 Volkswagen Beetle 2.5L PZEV3VWFP7AT4EM609701
2014 Volkswagen Beetle 2.5L PZEV3VWFP7AT9EM602629
2014 Volkswagen Beetle R-Line3VWVS7AT4EM614603
2014 Volkswagen Beetle 2.5L3VWJX7AT7EM633565
2014 Volkswagen Beetle 2.5L PZEV3VWFP7AT9EM621083
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2014 Volkswagen Beetle — frequently asked questions
Does the 2014 Volkswagen Beetle have any safety recalls?
Yes — NHTSA lists 6 safety recalls for the 2014 Volkswagen Beetle. Recall repairs are free at any franchised dealer. Whether a specific car still has one open depends on its VIN.
What are the most common problems with the 2014 Volkswagen Beetle?
Based on 54 owner complaints filed with NHTSA, the most-reported problem areas are air bags, service brakes, engine.
What gas mileage does the 2014 Volkswagen Beetle get?
The U.S. EPA rates the 2014 Volkswagen Beetle at about 27 mpg combined (24 city / 33 highway).
How much is a 2014 Volkswagen Beetle worth?
Comparable 2014 Volkswagen Beetle listings run roughly $10,500–$18,200, typically around $13,198 (from 60 vehicles).
Sources: NHTSA (recalls, complaints, crash tests), U.S. EPA (fuel economy). Vehicle data only — CarLogs never shows owner information.