While driving. The headlights short out which burns the bulbs. The wiring harness is defective. The consumer has taken the vehicle into the dealer. The problem still remains.

- Littleton, CO, USA

My 1998 Volkswagen Beetle is falling apart. I've had to replace my headlights 6 times within the past 4 years that I've owned this used vehicle. My interior trim, window switches, gearshift knob & several plastic covers in the car have fallen now fallen apart. My 6 headlights have cost me approx. $600 plus rent-A-car fees which my warranty doesn't cover! please help me.

- Oakland, CA, USA

Electrical wiring located in engine compartment was routed too close to endge of vehicle battery tray. Wiring became damaged by chafing. Air conditioner compressor and fuel pump could malfunction.

- Romney, WV, USA

While driving plastic cover that protects engine/ exhaust system and plugs disengaged from under vehicle.

- East Grandy, CT, USA

Electical wiring located in the engine compartment was too close to the battery tray causing the wire to damage (recall-98V-100), owner is not satisfied with vehicle with this defect.

- Manassas, VA, USA

When traveling up an incline vehicle started jerking. Vehicle cut off without prior warning, causing it to roll backwards. Consumer has contacted dealer. Also, recall 98V100000 did not include this vehicle.

- Wahiawa, HI, USA

Electrical wiring under battery tray.

- La Mesa, CA, USA

The vehicle was parked and vehicle caught on fire for no apparent reason. Dealer claimed the cause to be a faulty wiring in the motor. Please provide further information and VIN#.

- Galena, IL, USA

Recall # 98V100000 VW/engine compartment wiring. Owner unable to schedule appointment with dealership because parts are not available. Dealer not sure when parts will become available.

- Terre Haute, IN, USA