Trunk keeps opening by itself The fob goes in the back and then the rear cover slides into place. 3 people found this helpful. 4 posts · Joined 2021 Found the trunk to be wide open and I had my personal belongings in there along with my MacBook [emoji15]. While not a Gen, it seems as though this problem is years Jul 27, 2017 · Trunk opening randomly. When pulling old one out the trunk latch was clicking when I got it unplugged it Trunk keeps opening up. Mark helpful. Sometimes it is days and it does not open and sometimes it opens up 3-4 times in a day. 0D l320 if I push it close after Regarding the trunk, there is a sensor in there that is supposed to detect if the FOB is in the trunk when it is closed. By posting the year, make, model and engine near the beginning of your help request, followed by the symptoms The back trunk open by itself when wet after rain. Had to turn it on after getting in the car. Somehow, 2021 CX-5 AC ventilated seats - coming on by itself OK, I know this is a really, really old thread but I just found it because my '09 Jetta sunroof just started to open by itself. Basically I narrowed it down that when I kick (not very hard) the fuse panel/carpet triangle the trunk will pop itself open. This is actually a common issue May 19, 2021 · The garage door stopped opening 2-3 feet up and we enter through the pedestrian door to see the hatch door jammed into the garage door. The I previously had a 2013 Elantra and now my 2016 Elantra is doing the same thing. LeSabre had rusted out brake lines. 1) Locate your wifes keys 2) Locate keyless entry fob 3) Remove fob from key ring 4) Store fob in Trunk opens itself 5-6 times a week. Tags opening randomly trunk. I placed a dime over the trunk button covering the recessed area and wrapped Feb 10, 2019 · For people who are having problems with the lower tailgate (i. 4. Opening half way only happens maybe one out of 10 times I open the tailgate. The oddest thing when this happens is that neither the 2 interior Jan 15, 2023 · I know because I was getting groceries and out of habit held my hand next to the logo to open the trunk and it didn't. Jump to Latest 9. My keys will be sitting on the table and next thing I know the alarm is going off. FIXED Okay, it's on a 2006 S80 but they're basically the same and the forum there is crickets. My In the 6 months we have owned the e350 we have never had a problem with accidental trunk opening. Anyone else seeing this issue? Is your keyfob in your pocket when this happens? If so, put it in Here are step by step instructions on how to fix the trunk opening by itself issue. 5 times it opened while driving once when it was parked and multiple times while washing. The hilarious part is the first time it happened, I really did wonder if it was the "automatic fart This is pretty common with other car makers. My model has a manual liftgate, so the door does not open all the way. It will open from the app or the screen but 2018 fusion trunk opens by itself nonstop. Here are some possible explanations: 1) Accidentally Pressing of Key Fob Trunk Button. I can open the trunk with a key, the pull-up latch next to trunk opens in cold weather Odd problem with my 08 Impreza. It has nothing to do with the remote. It is still I have a 2005 Camry. Mrajpalmer Discussion starter. I also accidentally opened the trunk while the garage door was In conclusion, the Honda Accord trunk opening by itself is a serious issue that needs to be addressed. The release is a safety feature that prevents people from becoming stuck in the trun The trunk of a car is usually opened by pressing a button on the key fob, but sometimes it can open by itself. (The inside of my focus trunk lid is unfinished; it does not have the black trim/cover. The wires going to the trunk will sometimes fray, make contact with each other, and randomly open the trunk/hatch. I close it and it reopens. My Koup has done it occasionally to. You get a new aftermarket switch, and waterproof connectors to splice it into the loom in the trunk lid, and it will work Trunk / boot opens all by itself! Jump to Latest 25K views 14 replies 13 participants last post by Hun-die Jan 7, 2021. 1 post · Joined 2018 Add Trunk randomly opening by itself. We've already had a theft of a suitcase from the trunk due Electrician was working on it yesterday, he has an advanced computer that takes control of the car, when he order the trunk to open it is not opening, (trunk is permanently I remember someone complaining on his trunk opening on its own. If you take the key/remote and fold it over itself the key and/or ring hits Oct 5, 2018 · Regardless of where your keys were I have little doubt: it was done accidentally by you. You can return to the dealer and your FOB and/or one of the cars modules will be reprogrammed to desensitize the trunk Jan 28, 2018 · I noticed my trunk was opening by itself, sometimes it would set off the alarm. But only in specific locations, it doesn’t open at work, doesn’t open at friends houses only at home. Some newer cars also have hands-free access to Aug 8, 2019 · Trunk Randomly Opens Itself? Have you ever walked outside to your car, and realized the trunk is wide open!? Your trunk must have opened on its own, wrong! This USED Mar 12, 2021 · Trunk mysteriously opening by itself. godzillatemple Discussion starter. Door removal By Brandon123, December 30, 2024. It evens opens while Upper limit is not set. Each time it happens I press the button to close the liftgate, then when I Trunk / Boot unlocks itself on my x5 Hi I have the same problem. Wouldn't lock or respond to button. We did change the battery in the key fob and the trunk still did its own thing. ! Sep 24, 2019 · Has anyone ever experienced their trunk door opening by itself while driving? It’s now happened to me 4 times (!!), so I’m no longer considering it a strange coincidence (first Apr 27, 2018 · Q5/SQ5 MKII Discussion - Mystery! 2018 SQ5 tailgate opening by itself - This will sound crazy, but two times now I have gone out to find the tailgate open. Jump to Latest 45K views 8 replies 5 participants last post by Merc6 Jul 30, 2017. Last night, it poured This is a post just to document a recent issue with my frunk opening on its own. I Jan 8, 2012 · 2017 Hyundai Trunk Issues This is my family’s third Hyundai. The car is The vehicle was bought Jan 2016 & the problem first manifested itself approx Easter 17. Check the trunk release switch. Jump to Latest 7K views 9 replies 7 participants last post by godzillatemple Mar 13, 2021. There are several reasons why this might happen, including a faulty latch or a problem with the electrical system. 89 Feb 21, 2023 · 2016 chevrolet impala trunk opens by itself Help us help you. It will spontaneously open itself. Short version: the issue was simply that the emergency frunk button was blocked pushed in, Back Hatch opened by itself. By deactivating the trunk release, avoiding bumping the keyfob “open trunk” function, 2 days ago · Several reasons could lead to opening the Mercedes trunk by itself. 3 posts · Joined 2022 Just yesterday I pulled into work and my coworkers Infinti whatever was sitting there with the trunk open. Summary: This preliminary bulletin provides a procedure to install a The trunk pops open whenever it feel like! It's the craziest thing, anybody else deal with that problem. While the issue has been largely attributed to a faulty latch assembly, it is Nov 22, 2017 · An easier way to prevent the fob from accidentally opening the trunk is by doing the dime trick. I have the 2016 Lacrosse which I purchased new, and the trunk opens randomly! Once in the winter and I had to shovel out the snow. If your car equipped with Comfort Access function, it has hand free trunk opening There is no fixed time after which I park the car that the trunk opens up. I park the car somewhere publicly or at home, Hey guys, my trunk door keeps opening by itself. While the issue has been largely attributed to a faulty latch assembly, it is This happened to me with my F80 M3. I hear what sounds like a relay clicking in the dash just before the trunk latch releases. I typically stop and close the Mar 14, 2018 · Twice now I've had the car in the garage (unlocked) and I came back to find the trunk opened about 6". Lately, while driving, we have noticed that the Had the same problem with my 2012 and occasionally my current 2014. Regal had numerous rear brake problems took four tries to find the Sep 17, 2024 · The Honda Civic is a popular and reliable car, but even the best vehicles can experience occasional issues. I would come out to my car and find that my trunk has Trunk Keeps Opening by Itself Honda Civic . Repeat several times. It does not happen all the time but only The trunk relay caused the trunk to open on its own it's. You have to push the icons on the case (they are screened onto a solid film) in Feb 16, 2011 · When I am driving the trunk latch will release on its own. I'm having closing problems it's open all the time 2013 3. They changed batteries in keyfob, said it got wet inside fob and that caused the button receivers to shift I have the 2016 Lacrosse which I purchased new, and the trunk opens randomly! Once in the winter and I had to shovel out the snow. This started happening approximately 3 months after taking delivery of the car. I can shut the car off, lock up, walk away and the trunk pops open. I can't figure out ()% the switch itself is full of water, a common failure on the Cruze. This is actually a common issue TSB #PI0924B Intermittent Unwanted Trunk Opening While Vehicle is Parked NHTSA ID #10135230. . But, if the trunk issue goes unresolved it will be the last. Got it I also think the off position kills operation of all remotes and the switch on the hatch. I figured I possibly pushed the button accidentally. My Ford Fusion 2016 trunk randomly opens itself about 4 times a day. I have heard some people complain about their Hyundai Elantra trunk that opens by itself. Feb 10, 2014 · A technical service bulletin was issued by Cadillac. If it's Q5/SQ5 MKII Discussion - Mystery! 2018 SQ5 tailgate opening by itself - This will sound crazy, but two times now I have gone out to find the tailgate open. You might have some type of short or corrosion going on in Several times I've returned to my parked Accord to find the lid of my trunk OPEN. I noticed that in the past five months or so, w/o me doing anything it just Trunk opens by itself 1. I Trunk opens randomly 1 Answer. If not, then maybe the comfort access sensors are faulty. Tjlop7 Discussion starter. M. It happens a couple of times a week. Jump to Latest 41 - 60 of 67 Posts. Ion · Registered. I was shocked because I was holding the key by the chain and wasn't anywhere near the trunk  · My Regal had a rusted out gas tank and other body rust after 8 years. 1 3 of 4 Go to page. My trunk keeps opening without touching the buttons. When I leave the car, using Dec 19, 2010 · Providing the key fob hasn't been pressed unknowingly while in your pocket, some key fobs have deteriorated on the inside letting a small amount of graphite to cover the 4 days ago · The trunk release button above the license plate was corroded and would work as normal. I will be starting with checking of the wiring of the back latch. The trunk opens by itself periodically. I Don't want trunk to open with button by Chrysler logo For security reasons, I don't want to be able to open the trunk with the button located by the Chrysler logo. I run out to check it and find out that my trunk is Same problems,trunk would open on its own,even after shuting off the car, and you could hear the latch constantly trying to open again after the trunk lid was up. Had to disable alarm because trunk would open in the middle of the night, triggering car alarm. If you own a Honda Civic, you may have noticed that the trunk keeps randomly opening by itself. sometimes, several times in a day. My trunk keeps randomly opening up while it is parked. i recently got a new remote unit, and figured that it may be SOURCE: my trunk will not open on my 2002 ford focus It sounds like your latch has double locked. While not a Gen, it seems as though this problem is years Soon after, the indicator on the dash showed the trunk open eventhough it was closed, and I could not open the trunk and the battery was draining down every 2-3 days. A Lasting Solution: Preventing Future Trunk Issues. 80 Report; Jakob answered 3 years ago A couple months ago, my rear hatch stuck itself in the 'open' position also. A. I don’t know what ‘s happened. The trunk keeps opening itself when I'm driving. I have no remote trunk release button attached to my keychain, nor am I causing the Jan 9, 2019 · Trunk opens by itself. This has been happening to people since the invention of the fob trunk release. Ford Dealer here says just bring it in. 724 posts · Joined 2022 Add to For example the car can be parked and unlocked and even have a door open, but you can't open the trunk from the back of the car. Tags open trunk trunk trunk lid. And last Opening a car trunk from the outside is pretty straightforward – most cars have a keyhole or button located near the driver’s door handle that will unlock and open the trunk when pressed. Last night, it poured down rain, and went out this morning and it was Customer: hello Mechanic's Assistant: Hi. You or someone else Dec 21, 2015 · Pretty much everytike i get in 2013 charger se my trunk starts going a-wall and opens and the latch keeps going opening and opening to be able to drive i usually have to put Aug 25, 2010 · Trunk found open when car is parked A permanent fix is in the works It will involve replacing the trunk release relay with a specially designed relay, then you would need Apr 6, 2007 · When we picked the car up the trunk release seemed to have a mind of its own. I recall that GM issued a TSB regarding the sensitive release button Jan 6, 2020 · This is an enclosed case. When they change out the relay for a 2 shot relay, the problem is fixed. I was watching football with my friends at a pub which was about 10 feet from my car, and one of my friends noticed the trunk was It was the emergency trunk release, which was somehow being triggered while driving. My trunk has opened by itself 3 times. Joined Mar 1, 2019 · 199 My X3 2018's tailgate also opens itself randomly. Then stays 1. Cooper1025 Discussion starter. C. My keyfob cannot be the cause because it was in my Thank you for your reply. But so far, that's the only explanation anyone has my trunk keeps opening 2002 buck lesabre while I'm driving how can i fix it While I'm driving my trunk will just pop - Buick 2002 (more likely with this older model), open trunk, It's ur keyfob, I had same problem n dealership looked at it. My stepson's was opening all the time, until he  · Just came back from the dealer same problem for me first they changed the trunk latch because they didnt know what was the problem, Kept doing the same thing. I have the door problem where the car will unlock itself as soon as it's locked and that The trunk opens by itself, or the doors lock/unlock themselves, even the windows roll down. It'll then close, go through its latching noises, then reopen. You can hear the release motor activating all by itself (and no I Jun 7, 2011 · This has started happening to me (2021 MY) in the past 5 days. If you keep your keys in your pocket, it is highly likely that the Many thanks for both suggestions. It open by itself without doing By chatting and I have a Lincoln navigator made in 2007. So my trunk lock starts cycling by itself. Finally it was Sep 2, 2024 · Trunk Keeps Opening by Itself Honda Civic . I now leave Sep 8, 2013 · the release at the bottom of hatch can be ---rusted normal in northeast --- linkage popped or broken --linkage clip popped or broken --- need to crawl into back and remove the Apr 8, 2018 · Trunk opens by itself randomly while parked I have a 2018 Accord EX-L. I did notice that when I wave my hand over the button in the trunk it will There is no fixed time after which I park the car that the trunk opens up. anav_ds. As a result it will automatically open so you can retrieve the The trunk pops open , when I approach the car, push on ignition button, put it in park after driving, step away from the car if I don't lock it w the remote. Now, I have got the same problem! Inexpensive even if they dont help. Hi i have a mercedes w210 e220, and my trunk keeps opening up in every start, but just in winter condition, when is very cold autside. It is the accidental press that opens it. You can hear the release motor activating all by itself (and no I Customer: Ml350 2008 trunk keeps popping open by itself This began after wash of interior Mechanic's Assistant: What exactly is happening to the trunk? Customer: It just pops open In conclusion, the Honda Accord trunk opening by itself is a serious issue that needs to be addressed. If it opens itself in off, then you have a fault probably near the module or the module. I don't have those-2008 version. The trunk door closes immediately after opening, how Oct 20, 2024 · Common Causes of a Trunk That Keeps Opening. 80 Report; Jakob answered Trunk opens by itself randomly while parked I have a 2018 Accord EX-L. Go. I tried to This happend to me recently. We did our shopping, walked out and got in the Ugh I see this as an old thread my 2013 just started with the trunk issue today the latch keeps clicking by itself , Same Problem - Trunk Popping open My 2013 Charger SE for the past couple weeks, my trunk on my 03 altima has been opening itself. Now that you have a basic understanding of the trunk release mechanism, let’s explore the most common reasons why Sep 7, 2018 · I have a 2014 Impala 2LTZ that also has a very sensitive trunk release button on the fob (intelligent key fob). It was apparently a line up issue, I had the car for 3 days and decided My frunk keeps opening. After analyzing these parts, we were able to figure out what was causing these You may have a fray in the insulation that's causing the trunk to pop open randomly. It would also keep the trunk My Ford Fusion 2016 trunk randomly opens itself about 4 times a day. Check if trunk button on your remote key was pressed by accident. The Hyundai Elantra Trunk Opens By Itself. I took it in just under warranty and they replaced the rear latch When we picked the car up the trunk release seemed to have a mind of its own. I do not believe that unintentional Jul 10, 2007 · About 15 seconds later, with the key in my hand, the trunk popped open by itself. Someone on these forums swears this is caused by a faulty body control module. During the one year I have owned the c250 the trunk has been Phantom Power Liftgate - Opens By Itself Images. The way I fixed mine was to take the fob apart, I cut a little plastic loyalty card up which was about 1mm thick, and put it around the boot Twice in the past week or so, I've been told by neighbors that the trunk of my two month old 2021 Camry XL hybrid was found open while parked - most recently after a rainstorm, with everything inside wet! What can I do to This morning when I went out to my car and the trunk was open. Here is the fun part, can you drop your rear seat and get into the trunk? If If I open my trunk with the car locked and close it - the car will automatically open it again (almost immediately after I close it). After The trunk pops open without rhyme or reason. The relay 2017 Hyundai Trunk Issues This is my family’s third Hyundai. I have a BMW X5 2002, for no reason my boot just unlocks, i think it usually happens when idling or when I stop. 2. Since 2002, car manufacturers have been required to place an emergency release button in the trunk of every car. The water idea seems to make the most sense to me as when the trunk opens you I have RAV4 Hybrid 2019 XLE, and my trunk opened 5 times by itself since I bought it. Bose speakers in sunglasses holder By Brandon123, December 30, Trunk opens and car starts on it's own My 2011 Sonota came with a five button remote. Anyone else Oct 5, 2015 · About a year ago, the liftgate on our 2012 Overland starting mysteriously opening by itselfthis has happened with the door lockedpark the car in the garage, lock it, come out Sep 30, 2021 · For reasons no one can figure put when anyone of the doors is closed,intermittently the rear lift gate will open by itself. Here are step by step instructions on how to fix the trunk opening by itself issue. How can I help? Customer: I just bought a used 2013 chevy malibu and the trunk keeps opening by itself Mechanic's Assistant: What exactly is happening to the trunk? Customer: it Apr 25, 2006 · There is no fixed time after which I park the car that the trunk opens up. Just Dec 4, 2017 · here is an extract from the Service manager of efforts thus far to fix it ; sorry the information is fragmented : · 20/04/2017 – Vehicle brought in for boot opening randomly, there Sep 30, 2021 · This is night #2 now with our 2021 accord and the trunk has twice randomly opened causing the alarm to go off. This is without input from myself via the app. Opening of tailgate while driving is Intermittently, however, my rear manual liftgate will pop open, so I have to get out and shut it. Example: come out of work and the trunk is open. I have run down the battery countless tomes in seven years. ! Then one day, in the course of the day it opened Trunk Pops Open By Itself I have a 2005 Camry. I got a 2017 Tucson Limited with the ultimate package. One frustrating problem that some Civic owners encounter is a Since then, the truck just pops open randomly. I was at my Wal-Mart with my girlfriend and I locked my car 3 times as usual cause I'm ocd lol. Last edited by Rogue One on Sat Oct 22, 2016 6:37 am, edited 1 time in Trunk Issue: trunk opened by itself. If you accidentally open the trunk (lik the OP apparently did), it doesn't swing wide open to expose everything in your trunk to passersby (and possible thieves). Trunk sometimes opens by itself after being It was in an apron pocket all by itself, and -- on my car -- it has to be held down for a couple of seconds before the trunk opens. I park the car somewhere publicly or at home, Nov 2, 2013 · I read the threads above about fobs and trunk releases. the entire thing) opening or closing, @RRToadHalls suggestion seems to be adjusting the lower tailgate latch. 7K views 7 replies 6 participants last post by Cooper1025 May 31, 2022. 1) Locate your wifes keys 2) Locate keyless entry fob 3) Remove fob from key ring 4) Store fob in Several times recently we've woken in the morning to find the liftgate cycling open until it hits the garage door. Can be while I have a 2015 optima and the trunk randomly opens on it's own. 52 posts Feb 23, 2018 · Q7 MKII Discussion - Trunk Opening Randomly - Anyone have issues with their trunk? I've had the Q7 about two weeks and had the trunk open multiple times (at least half a Aug 23, 2021 · Hence, the trunk opens accidentally, which can be an issue for some vehicle owners. Save Share Reply Quote Like. Mine is rubber that also keeps it from . I know what you’re all thinking we pressed the key fob - Jan 16, 2025 · Intermittent Unwanted Liftgate or Trunk Opening, Liftgate or Trunk Inoperative, DTC B2494 or B3618 Set: Models: 2008-2012 Buick Enclave: 2010-2012 Buick LaCrosse: May 5, 2019 · I am having a problem with the trunk lid opening spontaneously. I have had the trunk open numerous times when i put my keys in my pocket. It's the key fob, really sensitive, if it's in your pocket or handbag and gets jostled and something touches I had an issue when the trunk would stay open after I shut it closed, then I would have to slam It to make the ajar go away. Jump to Latest 6K views 3 replies 3 participants last post by bbf2530 Jul 20, 2021. Dealer thought it was the battery as it  · I would get the leather key case BMW sells, it keeps the buttons from being pressed and you can rotate the key out of the case when you need to use it but most of the Sep 19, 2012 · I recently got a 2013 Elantra, and my stepson got one at at around the same time. Once you’ve addressed the root cause of your trunk opening problem, it’s important to take steps to prevent it from The Honda Civic is a popular and reliable car, but even the best vehicles can experience occasional issues. I can check the trunk is closed before I go to bed and in the morning it's open. Dealer had it for If your trunk magically is open upon your return to your car, I may have a solution for youan easy one at that! Trunk pops open by itself We have the same problem with our 2015 MKZ. e. E. One frustrating problem that some Civic owners encounter is a Aug 25, 2010 · This happened to us on our 08 Optima toosame type key remote. I can open the trunk with a key, the pull-up latch next to the drivers seat, or I can use the remote control. exile999 Discussion starter. We've had it happen three times now, and we always keep the doors locked, keys on the table so nothing triggered it. But the trunk has popped open by itself (keys sitting on my You can try to disable comfort access and see if it keeps happening.