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[rayuki]

So I apparently had this fixed in 2017, back when it was less well known. After the help from here and other sources they replaced the shifter mechanism and all was good. Until about 2 months ago it started randomly showing the error again just like before. Also just like before no fault is found when doing a scan.

The problem is my car is now out of warranty and this was fixed under warranty. I'm having issues with my local dealer (different dealer then one who fixed originally as I'm interstate now) they are saying without a fault code there is not much they can do since it can't be replicated. I've shown them pictures of the error and the recall notice issued by VW and also the previous service from replacement under warranty. They are telling me I have to pay to have it looked at but shouldn't this still be covered as it was a warranty replacement and now there is a recall. I'm a bit concerned since it started happening again already after only a bit over a year.

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[tylerf0606]

Try another dealer? Reach out to VWOA? You might need to wait for the recall letter if they’re not going to warranty the part.


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[Jacobmk7]

Still disappointed, haven’t received a recall in the mail.

 

[anotero]

Still disappointed, haven’t received a recall in the mail.

Same here.

 

[anotero]

So I apparently had this fixed in 2017, back when it was less well known. After the help from here and other sources they replaced the shifter mechanism and all was good. Until about 2 months ago it started randomly showing the error again just like before. Also just like before no fault is found when doing a scan.

The problem is my car is now out of warranty and this was fixed under warranty. I'm having issues with my local dealer (different dealer then one who fixed originally as I'm interstate now) they are saying without a fault code there is not much they can do since it can't be replicated. I've shown them pictures of the error and the recall notice issued by VW and also the previous service from replacement under warranty. They are telling me I have to pay to have it looked at but shouldn't this still be covered as it was a warranty replacement and now there is a recall. I'm a bit concerned since it started happening again already after only a bit over a year.

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Did you get a recall letter?

 

[chuncomunco]

I've got the same issue. The error intermittently pops up in dash for a second and goes away. It's been happening once every few weeks. It does store a record in OBDeleven for me.

I'm hoping that they'll send me a recall letter at some point since i'm out of warranty already.

Just going to leave it for now since it's not causing any issues.

 

[spelk3]

Unless VW changed something in the shifter assembly the problem will come back. I had mine replaced when I still had a warranty and the issue returned after about a year.

 

[Jacobmk7]

I wonder if anyone has tried to take the assembly apart and trying to fix/clean the sensor?

 

[Frank Reynolds]

I wonder if anyone has tried to take the assembly apart and trying to fix/clean the sensor?

Since I was dealing with warranty situations, no. But if it happens again I may try it. Regardless VW needs to address it en masse.

 

[scrapin240]

In the recent weeks, I've had this P1734 code pop up a few times after clearing it. My car is a 2017 Sport (newer modules) and little less than 2 years old with 4,500 miles on the car. I am APR TCU tuned, hopefully no issues getting the shifter replaced.

 

[rtguy2]

2015 GTI APR Stage 2 93k miles. I have had this issue for over a year. Happens often. Checked my vin on vw site and no recall. I’m leaving it alone unless they fix it for free.

 

[chillax]

Just to give an update a little over a month and a half after the repair shifting is smoother than ever. I guess it did require some "break in time" for whatever reason. I would definitely recommend getting this fixed under warranty no matter how infrequently it occurs.

My warranty repair has held up so far. It's been about 10 months now. It seems more and more people are experiencing this so hopefully they really are issuing a recall.

 

[SennaHamilton]

having this done this to the wifes car tomorrow.

Does anyone know how invasive the job is? meaning are there any interior panels being removed? not a big fan of dealer techs removing panels.

 

[spelk3]

having this done this to the wifes car tomorrow.

Does anyone know how invasive the job is? meaning are there any interior panels being removed? not a big fan of dealer techs removing panels.

They replace the shifter assembly, so yes they need to take apart bits of the interior.

 

[chillax]

having this done this to the wifes car tomorrow.

Does anyone know how invasive the job is? meaning are there any interior panels being removed? not a big fan of dealer techs removing panels.

Unfortunately it depends on the tech but they did a very good job on mine. I can't tell anything was taken part. Maybe take a few pictures before it goes in of the shifter area, if they scratch something on accident they should replace it for free.