This happened to my 2019 vw jetta recently so i got the ignition switch replaced because it displayed check starter system after I let it sit in direct heat for a few hours. Everything was fine for a few weeks until the other day I was getting a haircut and let the car sit in the heat for only 2 hours in 105 degree weather and when I got in the car I turned it on (it turned on fine) then after about a minute all the electric in the car shut of such as a/c, radio, headlights etc and it displayed check starter system again but the car still let me drive home. Anyone know what can be the issue?
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Faulty ignition switch....my VW dealership doesn't have it in stock and is on backorder. Thank you to everyone that posted or responded to this thread as it was a huge help.
I bought a $6 ignition switch to replace the OEM one that failed after 25 years of use. The aftermarket one lasted about 1.5 years before it was intermittently working, and then finally left me stranded. I spent $60 (I think, somewhere around there) when I got home on the OEM VW switch.
I had zero power a few times due to my ignition switch but I cant say if it had any power outside of the switch itself as I dont lock the doors since its parked in my garage. I do know it had no inside lights when it occurred and the only way to \"restore\" power was to continue cycling the key while removing and inserting it each time.
replaced ignition switch and now lights stay out on dash when ignition is off but when i go to turn car on i get nothing at all.
I know often time the ignition switch will go out, and headlights won't work when that happens, along with the wipers and a few other things.
replace immediately for $10-20
Thx for the help...it turned out that it was the ignition switch that was causing all the problems.
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The brand is registered in Germany. Official website: https://www.volkswagen.de/.
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