Issue ID | 1569034 |
Internal NHTSA # | 11217100 |
Manufacurer | Volkswagen Group of America, Inc. |
Brand | VOLKSWAGEN |
Model | GTI |
Model Year | 2017 |
File date | 01/02/19 |
Component | STRUCTURE:BODY |
Product type code | VEHICLE |
Description of the problem | Numerous cracks appeared in the sunroof frame of the 2017 vw gti causing leaking and instability of panoramic sunroof. Vw issued a service bulletin to prevent cracking in panoramic sunroofs. This service bulletin was performed within the first 1000 miles and not only failed to prevent the problem, but the cracks actually formed in the very places where the tape and sealant were applied. |
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Source of the issue | NHTSA WEB SITE |
City and State | DAYTON, OH |
VIN pattern | 3VW447AU2HMXXXXXX |
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 | 04/12/24 |
Was original owner? | N |
Anti-lock brakes | N |
Cruise control | N |
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