VW TRANSPORTER T6.1 recall: With temperatures below zero the door lock bowden cables can freeze
Yes – some of these vehicles are being recalled
- What's wrong
- With temperatures below zero the door lock Bowden cables can freeze.
- What to do
- Contact a VW dealer to book the free repair. On the affected vehicles the door Bowden cables are replaced and all door locks are given a sealing foil.
Source: Driver and Vehicle Standards Agency (DVSA)
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What’s wrong
With temperatures below zero the door lock Bowden cables can freeze.
The fix
On the affected vehicles the door Bowden cables are replaced and all door locks are given a sealing foil.
Vehicles affected
| Model | Built from | Built to | Vehicles |
|---|---|---|---|
| TRANSPORTER T6.1 | 4 Nov 2019 | 6 Mar 2021 | 3,046 |
How to check your vehicle
Use the official DVSA checker with your registration number to see if your exact vehicle is included. If it is, the manufacturer should have written to the registered keeper. The repair is free, even if you bought the vehicle second-hand.
Updated 21 September 2021. This page summarises an official notice. Details can change – always follow the official notice.