2007 Volkswagen Beetle Fuel system Problems
- Complaints
- 2about this part
- Share
- 4%of 56 total for the year
- Median mileage
- 33,000miles
- Trend
- Not enough dataFewer than 15 complaints, too few for a reliable trend.
NHTSA recorded 2 complaints about the fuel system of the 2007 Volkswagen Beetle, 4% of the 56 complaints for this model year. Where a mileage was given, the median is 33,000 miles. 1 recall campaign on record is filed under a similar system.
Fewer than 15 complaints name this part, so treat the figures as a rough indication only.
Example complaints
Selected from NHTSA records; personal details are removed. They are consumer reports, not findings.
“Gas leakage from under hood identical to recall #20i4 but was told by vw dealership car was checked 3 years earlier and there was no problem in the location of parts and that this leakage happened at another area of the fuel line and vw of america concurred with dealership. Luckily there was no fire because it was leaking bad and I took it to the dealership after smelling gas odor inside car. It seems vw won't own up to anything unless there is a casualty. After having bought three beetles I have no confidence in vw of america and this dealership anymore. …”
NHTSA complaint #10692311, filed 2015-03, 60,000 miles“Hard heavy odor permeating my inside of my vw convertible 2007 car. Went to dealer I purchased it from and for a few days they purified it for days. I picked it up and it was still there. Brought in to other dealer 3 times and they claim there is nothing. It was clearly a staged answer. But I have to admit , vw dealers took time to see what it could be. Stating they smell something not sure what it is? It very well could be a health risk .how do I know I wont get cancer or poisoning from this ? I can assure you no one cars from vw of america. …”
NHTSA complaint #10463237, filed 2012-06, 6,000 milesRelated recalls
- 10V621000Dec 10, 2010Volkswagen is recalling certain model year 2006-2010 jetta, new beetle, new beetle convertible, model year 2009 jetta sportwagen and model year 2007-2009…Covers: Volkswagen Beetle 2006–2010, Jetta 2006–2010, Rabbit 2007–2009
Related service bulletins
- 10214485Jun 15, 2022Gasoline quality.
- 10198230Jun 22, 2021Fuel Additive to Help Prevent Sporadic Misfire Faults
- 10198166Jun 21, 2021VW approved gasoline fuel additive, update to include additional models and model year applicability.
- 10188553Mar 1, 2021VW approved gasoline fuel additive, update to include additional models and model year applicability.
- 10176770Jun 15, 2020Update brochure part number and recording URL. Update model and model year applicability.
- 10150857Sep 28, 2018Incorrect removal of Turbocharger oil feed line may cause engine damage
- 10236434Feb 5, 2016Fuel additive to help prevent sporadic misfire faults.
- 10121124Feb 5, 2016Fuel Additive to Help Prevent Sporadic Misfire Faults A Volkswagen approved fuel additive is available to help remove and prevent deposits on fuel injectors and intake valves.
- 10121123Feb 5, 2016Technical tips on what to do if improper gasoline has been added to the vehicle.
- 10121246Jan 20, 2015Discusses the issues associated with using contaiminated gasoline. There are recommendations to use top tier gasoline retailers
Fuel system: other model years
| Year | Complaints | Share of year |
|---|---|---|
| 2018 | 2 | 12% |
| 2014 | 4 | 8% |
| 2013 | 7 | 8% |
| 2012 | 4 | 6% |
| 2010 | 3 | 10% |
| 2009 | 3 | 9% |
| 2008 | 4 | 7% |
| 2007 | 2 | 4% |
| 2006 | 7 | 6% |
| 2005 | 4 | 2% |
| 2004 | 5 | 1% |
| 2003 | 7 | 2% |
| 2002 | 5 | 3% |
| 2001 | 11 | 5% |
| 2000 | 8 | 3% |
| 1999 | 7 | 4% |
| 1998 | 6 | 4% |
Other parts of the 2007 Volkswagen Beetle
15 complaintsTransmission and drivetrain
12 complaintsSeat belts
9 complaintsElectrical system
6 complaintsBody and structure
6 complaintsOther or unknown
5 complaintsVisibility (wipers, defrost, mirrors)
4 complaintsEngine
3 complaintsExterior lighting
3 complaintsVehicle speed control
3 complaintsBrakes
2 complaintsEngine cooling
2 complaints
← All problems reported for the 2007 Volkswagen Beetle
About this data. Data from NHTSA (ODI) complaints, recalls, TSBs and investigations, updated Oct 31, 2026. Complaints are unverified consumer reports and may be duplicated or inaccurate.
To check a specific vehicle for open recalls, use its VIN at nhtsa.gov/recalls. Methodology