Opinion

Volkswagen's component locking makes home repairs too expensive to be feasible

Volkswagen's got a software fix to lock you, your car, and your wallet into a dealer repair.
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You don't own your car: How "component locking" is killing your right to repair

Volkswagen's Component Protection system charges $300-500 dealer fees to activate salvaged car parts, killing DIY repairs and independent shops.