Issue ID | 1635425 |
Internal NHTSA # | 11299481 |
Manufacurer | Volkswagen Group of America, Inc. |
Brand | VOLKSWAGEN |
Model | PASSAT |
Model Year | 2013 |
File date | 15/01/20 |
Component | STRUCTURE:BODY |
Product type code | VEHICLE |
Description of the problem | The driver door will not open from the outside or inside. There are many reports that his occurs in cold climates due to water getting into the lock actuator mechanism. If you cannot open a door to exit the vehicle, that is a significant safety concern. |
Vehicle Mileage at Failure | 60000 |
Number of Occurences | |
Source of the issue | NHTSA WEB SITE |
City and State | LIVONIA, MI |
VIN pattern | 1VWBH7A36DCXXXXXX |
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 |
Was part original equipment? | |
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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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Vehicle speed | 0 |
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