| Issue ID | 1708650 |
| Internal NHTSA # | 11377823 |
| Manufacurer | Volkswagen Group of America, Inc. |
| Brand | VOLKSWAGEN |
| Model | GTI |
| Model Year | 2015 |
| File date | 10/11/20 |
| Component | UNKNOWN OR OTHER |
| Product type code | VEHICLE |
| Description of the problem | Gear selector chrome trim peels and cuts to the skin. Dealers will only sell entire gear selector assemblies $285+. Trim piece can be found on ali express (aftermarket) for $16. It is exact match, fit and finish. What vw and its dealers are doing to many clients is unacceptable. Look at forums and see how many people have had their hands sliced by the peeling chrome. Cars are not under warranty forever. But problems that occur to most models, if you slashed your hand while driving - that could lead to an accident. There is an alternative, but it takes non manufacturer parts to fix affordably. Why can |
| Vehicle Mileage at Failure | 60500 |
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| Source of the issue | NHTSA WEB SITE |
| City and State | ST AUGUSTINE, FL |
| VIN pattern | 3VW4T7AU5FMXXXXXX |
| 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 | 07/08/26 |
| Was original owner? | N |
| Anti-lock brakes | N |
| Cruise control | N |
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| Vehicle speed | 50 |
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