Issue ID | 1489065 |
Internal NHTSA # | 11119544 |
Manufacurer | Volkswagen Group of America, Inc. |
Brand | VOLKSWAGEN |
Model | PASSAT |
Model Year | 2014 |
File date | 13/07/18 |
Component | AIR BAGS |
Product type code | VEHICLE |
Description of the problem | Airbag cover is separating from the center of the steering wheel and the horn randomly goes off. Consulted with local auto parts store and was advised that the vehicle is not safe to drive because airbag could go off at any time. Volkswagen states that because vin is not included in takata recall that they will not consider any action. Vehicle horn has activated both while stationary and while vehicle was on roadway. |
Vehicle Mileage at Failure | 56000 |
Number of Occurences | |
Source of the issue | NHTSA WEB SITE |
City and State | SHARON, PA |
VIN pattern | 1VWBT7A30ECXXXXXX |
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 | 29/06/24 |
Was original owner? | N |
Anti-lock brakes | N |
Cruise control | N |
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Vehicle speed | 0 |
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