Update. I've replaced the copy ignition switch for a new VEMO V15-80-3229. I got that part from looking at used ignition barrels on ebay from the same cars and year. Everything is working again.!
this solved my issues with a sloppy steering wheel since the old bearing had a lot of play in it, as well as the accessory power not coming on due to a worn down ignition switch
I read somewhere that MagnetiMarelli has good parts what goes electronics.
I have a 2012 C30 T5 and I\u2019m the original owner. Great car. Only had one issue with the ignition switch. Currently has 135k on it . Hugely reliable and great to drive. I honestly love the car.
I am currently running a bosch ignition switch from rock auto with no issues.
It might have thought the ignition switch was still turned, meaning it thought the key was still in it. They do get pretty worn
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 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.
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?
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.
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