Issue ID | 1354015 |
Internal NHTSA # | 10949675 |
Manufacurer | Volkswagen Group of America, Inc. |
Brand | VOLKSWAGEN |
Model | PASSAT |
Model Year | 2013 |
File date | 06/01/17 |
Component | VISIBILITY/WIPER |
Product type code | VEHICLE |
Description of the problem | The heater will not keep front window defrosted and clear. On cold days makes it very difficult to see and drive car save. Driving on very cold days is dangerous as windows will not stay defrosted. Have had near accident because of reduced visibility. |
Vehicle Mileage at Failure | 59000 |
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Source of the issue | NHTSA WEB SITE |
City and State | VERMILION, OH |
VIN pattern | 1VWCN7A33DCXXXXXX |
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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Vehicle speed | 65 |
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