Recall 14V658 affects 7,062 2013-2015 Volkswagen Beetle vehicles because the glass sunroof can break. Repair is free at any franchised Volkswagen dealer.
Volkswagen is recalling 7,062 2013-2015 Beetle vehicles because the glass sunroof can break when the vehicle travels over a hard road surface or hits a pothole. Falling glass can injure occupants, and a sunroof break while driving can distract the driver and raise crash risk; the Volkswagen dealer repair will be free once available.
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What's wrong?
The glass sunroof on the 2013-2015 Volkswagen Beetle is a roof-mounted glass panel that lets light into the cabin and opens or tilts on its frame when equipped that way. In normal use, the glass and roof assembly stay fixed in place while the body absorbs vibration from rough pavement, bumps, and potholes.
On affected Beetles, the glass sunroof is not holding up to sharp road impacts. Volkswagen's filing says the glass can break when the vehicle is driven over a hard road surface or hits a pothole. That means the roof glass itself is the problem, not a shade, switch, or cosmetic trim piece.
There is no warning sign before failure. An owner will not have a reliable noise, light, or dashboard message that confirms the sunroof glass is about to break.
Who's affected?
Covers the 2013, 2014, and 2015 Beetle, all tied to the same sunroof assembly component.
| 2013 Volkswagen Beetle | visibility component |
|---|---|
| 2014 Volkswagen Beetle | visibility component |
| 2015 Volkswagen Beetle | visibility component |
| Units affected | 7,062 |
The year and model narrow the scope, but the VIN decides. Check your VIN to confirm whether your specific car is included.
What's the safety risk?
A breaking sunroof can injure occupants with falling glass. If it breaks while the vehicle is moving, the distraction increases crash risk. Drive cautiously, avoid opening the sunroof, and schedule the dealer visit. Repair will be free at any franchised Volkswagen dealer once available.
What should I do?
- Check your VIN to confirm your 2013-2015 Volkswagen Beetle is included in this recall.
- Wait for Volkswagen's owner notice if your VIN is included and the dealer says the remedy is not open for your vehicle.
- Contact a franchised Volkswagen dealer to ask about the free sunroof replacement that fixes the glass break risk over hard road surfaces or potholes.
- Bring the recall notice if Volkswagen mailed one. If not, reference recall number 14V658 when you call.
- Avoid hard road surfaces and potholes until the sunroof replacement is complete.
What happens at the repair
Volkswagen's remedy calls for a Volkswagen technician to replace the glass sunroof covered by the recall. The dealer repair will be free once available, with parts and labor covered under the recall. The recall record says owner notification began on December 15, 2015, so give the service desk recall 14V658 or Volkswagen recall number 60B9 and ask them to confirm the current repair path for your Beetle.
Timeline
| October 20, 2014 | NHTSA published the recall |
|---|---|
| December 16, 2014 | Owner notification mailed |
Frequently asked questions
What is recall 14V658?
Recall 14V658 covers 7,062 2013-2015 Volkswagen Beetle vehicles with glass sunroofs that can break over a hard road surface or after hitting a pothole. Falling glass can injure occupants, and a sunroof break while driving increases distraction and crash risk.
What should I do if my 2013-2015 Volkswagen Beetle is on this recall?
Check your VIN to confirm your specific Beetle is included in recall 14V658. If it is, contact a franchised Volkswagen dealer to schedule the sunroof replacement. Reference recall number 14V658 or Volkswagen recall number 60B9 when you call. The repair is free.
Is the recall repair free?
Yes. Federal recall law requires the defect repair to be completed at no cost, and Volkswagen dealers will replace the affected sunroof free of charge. You can also contact Volkswagen customer service at 1-800-822-8987 with questions about recall 60B9.
Is it safe to drive my Volkswagen Beetle before the sunroof recall repair?
Volkswagen did not issue a do-not-drive instruction for recall 14V658. The safety concern is that the glass sunroof can break over hard road surfaces or potholes, which can injure occupants and distract the driver. Schedule the free dealer repair if your VIN is included.
What if I bought my Volkswagen Beetle used?
The free recall repair still applies. Federal recall law requires manufacturers to honor safety recalls regardless of ownership history. If you never received Volkswagen's owner notice, check your VIN to confirm whether your Beetle is included, then call a franchised Volkswagen dealer for the free sunroof replacement.
More information
| NHTSA campaign page | nhtsa.gov/vehicle-recalls/14V658000 |
|---|---|
| Volkswagen customer service | 1-800-822-8987 |
| NHTSA recall # | 14V658 |
| NHTSA recall # (full) | 14V658000 |
Source documents
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Download Recall Investigation Document (PDF) (PDF) - Download Recall Document (PDF) (PDF)
- Download Owner Notification Letter (PDF)
- Download Owner Notice (PDF)
- Download Quarterly Report (PDF)
- Download Defect / Noncompliance Notice (PDF) (PDF)
- Download Recall Acknowledgement (PDF)
This article is generated from NHTSA's primary recall filings and reviewed against the source on June 1, 2026. RecallNotify does not paraphrase NHTSA's consequence language; that text is reproduced as written above. Editorial standards →