Issue ID | 1388458 |
Internal NHTSA # | 11002393 |
Manufacurer | Volkswagen Group of America, Inc. |
Brand | VOLKSWAGEN |
Model | JETTA |
Model Year | 2013 |
File date | 27/06/17 |
Component | UNKNOWN OR OTHER |
Product type code | VEHICLE |
Description of the problem | The car was turned on by a mechanic to be moved to be worked on. He could not get the car to turn off and the steering wheel was not locked. The key would not turn. He called the vw dealer and they said it's a common problem/defect. It is dangerous and should be a recall especially if out of town or out late at night. The part will take at least two weeks to get in stock at a cost of over $600. 00. |
Vehicle Mileage at Failure | 43000 |
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Source of the issue | NHTSA WEB SITE |
City and State | RENO, NV |
VIN pattern | 3VWDP7AJ7DMXXXXXX |
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 | 23/04/25 |
Was original owner? | N |
Anti-lock brakes | N |
Cruise control | N |
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