Issue ID | 1483376 |
Internal NHTSA # | 11113045 |
Manufacurer | Volkswagen Group of America, Inc. |
Brand | VOLKSWAGEN |
Model | PASSAT |
Model Year | 2013 |
File date | 14/07/18 |
Component | AIR BAGS: CLOCKSPRING |
Product type code | VEHICLE |
Description of the problem | Tl* the contact owns a 2013 volkswagen passat. While driving at an unknown speed, the air bag warning indicator illuminated, which was a safety concern. The contact stated that the bluetooth, radio, and horn failed to operate. The vehicle was taken to an independent mechanic who stated that the clock spring needed to be replaced. The contact mentioned that the vehicle was serviced per nhtsa campaign number: 15v483000 (air bags) in 2015. An unknown dealer was contacted and stated that the vehicle was no longer under warranty. The manufacturer was also contacted and was unable to provide further assistance. The vehicle was currently at a mechanic for repairs. The failure mileage was 103,000. |
Vehicle Mileage at Failure | 103000 |
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Source of the issue | HOTLINE VOQ |
City and State | MARSHVILLE, NC |
VIN pattern | 1VWAP7A32DCXXXXXX |
Was vehicle invloved in a crash? | N |
Was vehicle involved in a fire? | N |
Was incedent reported to police? | N |
Was medical attention required? | N |
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Date of purchase | 30/06/24 |
Was original owner? | N |
Anti-lock brakes | N |
Cruise control | N |
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