10.0

really awful
Crashes / Fires:
0 / 0
Injuries / Deaths:
0 / 0
Average Mileage:
0 miles

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problem #1

Dec 021997

Passat

  • miles
Rear window defroster power button spontaneously failed, and currently works only when held in the on position. This is a fafety issue when driving, as one hand is required to hold the button on until defroster clears, taking concentration and coordination off driving.

- Helena, MT, USA

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