Volkswagen of America They do not stand behind a car with bad maintenance record from the beginning Englewoods Cliff NJ

I am writing about my 2006 Beetle Convertible.  This car should have been total recall. I was always under the impression the VW made quality automobiles but now I think my great grandson could make a` better car with Legos.  Below are issues I have had and still are having.  I have only 135k mileage.  In my opinion 90 percent of these items should have never happened.

1. Transmission—erratic shifting * Car was taken to deal under warranty but said nothing wrong.

1. Catalytic converter—replaced

1. Both front axles—replaced

1. Glove compartment handle broken—cost $350.00 *

1. AC compressor replace

1. Secondary Air Pump replace

1. Floor mats discontinued *

1. Door panel discontinued if available $ 900 *

1. Driver’s side window regular       replaced

1. Window door switch for top drop down *

1. Driver’s side seat belt buckle switch *

1. Arm rest lid broken *

1. Windshield washer tubing broken *

1. Fuse block on top of battery—replaced

1. Light bulb for AC/Heater controls broken *

1. Radio single CD player broken *

1. Both tail light need replacing, tail light bulbs burned socket *

1. Truck gasket ripped both sides. *

Steers worse than a truck. I have driven a 36 passenger bus that steers easier than this Beetle.

Windshield and rear window on inside because of design almost impossible to clean

*Not repaired or replaced because of cost or discontinued item