My S3 started reversing by itself

[DylanC]

This morning I was in my car, engine on and in 'P'. I had to quickly get out to get something so I opened the door and as I was about to leave the car it started reversing! So I quickly jumped back in but it was too late. The car had gone into my garage door and waste bins!!!

This has never happened before and I am shocked! Firstly there was no reason for it to be in 'R' because my car was facing forward and I was going to drive forward. Secondly. I have never experienced this happen when the drivers door is opened. I thought there was a safety precaution to prevent this!

Am I wrong, or is this a potential fault!!! Please help because I don't know how to handle this situation just yet. Should I complain to the dealer (it's a new car) or do I have to just go down the insurance repair route?

Thanks

 

[Deleted member 143032]

I never heard about the open door safety thing but could be a real thing. If it's new, go to the dealer first.. Maybe they find something odd and then you can get insurance cover from them for your garage door.

 

[Daveyonthemove]

If it's a new car, then you need to post in the 8V forum, they may be able to help you more.