2016 Volkswagen Beetle Air bags Problems

“Started the car and had worming lights on. It did it before a couple days ago but went out. This time the lights won't go off and won't go over 20 MPH. The ABS light,stability light and air bag lights and tire pressure light are on. I had it towed to the dealership. I was just reading of someone with the same problem but no recall”

“We have been attempting to have the car in for this recall - however both the dealership and regional office have said the 'repair is not available' How long does a mfg have to start making repairs under a recall (69EM) We have been patiently waiting over a year. Please advise.”

“I purchased a 2016 VW Beetle, used, in March of 2025. Over the past few weeks, I have received multiple urgent messages from Volkswagon that I need to have the airbag fixed. The communications say there is a high risk of death or serious injury and urge me to my have the repair done ASAP. They have sent multiple mailings to me and made several phone calls to my home. I am doing everything in my power to get this fixed. I have called all the local dealerships within a 50 mile radius, but they do not have the appropriate parts in stock, and have no idea when parts will be available. …”

“Subject: Urgent Request for Immediate Assistance: Inoperable Car due to Airbag Recall Dear National Highway Traffic Safety Administration (NHTSA), I am writing to urgently seek your assistance regarding a critical issue with my 2016 VW Beetle. As a result of the airbag recall, my car is currently inoperable, preventing me from starting it and hindering my ability to commute and carry out essential daily activities. Given the circumstances, I am in immediate need of a replacement vehicle to ensure my mobility and minimize any further disruption to my routine. …”

“The contact owns a 2016 Volkswagen Beetle. The contact stated that the vehicle was repaired under NHTSA Campaign Number: 22V945000 (Air Bags); however, the repair failed to prevent a failure. The contact stated that the vehicle experienced an air bag failure shortly after the recall repair. The vehicle was taken back to the same local dealer, where it was diagnosed with a driver’s side air bag failure. The vehicle was not repaired. The failure mileage was approximately 30,000.”