Issue ID | 1280664 |
Internal NHTSA # | 10862912 |
Manufacurer | Volkswagen Group of America, Inc. |
Brand | VOLKSWAGEN |
Model | PASSAT |
Model Year | 2013 |
File date | 03/05/16 |
Component | AIR BAGS |
Product type code | VEHICLE |
Description of the problem | Takata recall - it was brought to my attention that my car is one of millions that has a defective takata airbag on the driver side. I was also told that honda and many other companies are offering rental cars until the issue can be resolved, and have family members who have received rentals. After speaking with volkswagen directly they informed me that "we don't have the parts to fix your car, or know when they are coming in." they also said we aren't offering rentals in the mean time. How is a massive company like volkswagen allowed to let their customers drive cars that have been found unsafe and lead to deaths? The nstha needs to make sure people like myself are provided with safe cars until the problem can be fixed. It is the nstha job to ensure american drivers are safe and keep a skeptical eye on large car companies who have a track record of cutting corners. It is not ethical or moral for a company to not be held to the same standard as others. Make volkswagen correct the problem or provide safe cars. |
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Source of the issue | NHTSA WEB SITE |
City and State | LOS ANGELES, CA |
VIN pattern | 1VWBP7A31DCXXXXXX |
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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