{"count":1,"message":"Results returned successfully","results":[{"odiNumber":11588959,"manufacturer":"Volkswagen Group of America, Inc.","crash":false,"fire":false,"numberOfInjuries":0,"numberOfDeaths":0,"dateOfIncident":"03/16/2024","dateComplaintFiled":"05/15/2024","vin":"3VVVX7B29RM","components":"UNKNOWN OR OTHER","summary":"I am writing to bring to your urgent attention a troubling issue I've encountered with my recently leased 2024 VW Taos, which I obtained in March 2024. This vehicle was meant to be a birthday gift to myself, a gesture of personal and professional advancement as I pursue my career as a home inspector. However, since the day I drove off the lot, I have been faced with a persistent and potentially hazardous problem: the CarPlay Apple Play GPS system has been malfunctioning, redirecting with every single use.  I took immediate action by returning to the Volkswagen shop services, expecting a prompt resolution. To my dismay, I was met with a disheartening response. The technicians informed me that they were unable to rectify the situation, attributing the issue to my carrier cell tower and the vehicle system. Such a dismissive response not only fails to address the severity of the problem but also disregards the fundamental purpose of a vehicle's navigation system: to ensure safe and efficient travel.  As a black man working in a demanding profession such as home inspection, the reliability of my vehicle's GPS system is paramount to my safety. Being redirected unexpectedly due to a GPS malfunction poses not only inconvenience but also potential danger, particularly in unfamiliar areas. Furthermore, as a consumer, it is deeply unsettling to pay for a vehicle that falls short of basic expectations in terms of functionality and reliability.  The response from Dick Hannah VW shop service, stating that they cannot address this issue, is wholly unacceptable. As the manufacturer of the vehicle, they bear the responsibility of ensuring that their products meet the highest standards of quality and safety. To dismiss a critical issue such as a malfunctioning GPS system as beyond their control is not only irresponsible but also undermines the trust and confidence of consumers.","products":[{"type":"Vehicle","productYear":"2024","productMake":"VOLKSWAGEN","productModel":"TAOS","manufacturer":"Volkswagen Group of America, Inc."}]}]}