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nicholaspeterson

Discussion Starter · Aug 28, 2021

my shoulder clipped the charge door on my Id.4 while walking by in the garage and it popped the bottom three plastic clips off the plastic panel covering the charge port.
Anyone had to get this fixed/replaced? The only Google result seems to point to something expensive but the part itself feels like a plastic dinner plate so I almost can’t believe it.

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Neil

· #2 · Aug 28, 2021

I recall reading, several months ago, that an owner in the UK had paid around $600 to repair/replace that door. That flimsy door is definitely a weak point in the design.

JimmyVW

· #3 · Aug 28, 2021

Neil said:
I recall reading, several months ago, that an owner in the UK had paid around $600 to repair/replace that door. That flimsy door is definitely a weak point in the design.

@ID.Furkan had to do that, as you get a default panel and it needs to be spraypainted to match.
But there was another guy here on the forum that hotglued the broken clips back on and it held fine afaik.

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JPWhite

· #4 · Aug 28, 2021

The ID.4 is a new vehicle so finding a replacement the right color in a wreckers yard is a moon shot. However probably worth a search just in case, I'm sure there are totaled ID.4's already.

Huey52

· #5 · Aug 29, 2021

5-minute epoxy cures a wealth of such ills (e.g. JB Weld 2-part).
Better than CA glue in these types of applications (aka Superglue).
Far better than typical craft/textile hot glue.

Note that with such gluing, as many things, the preparation is vitally important. Clean/dry surfaces, etc. And also allowing ample glue-cure time to maximize its bond and strength.

JimmyVW said:
@ID.Furkan had to do that, as you get a default panel and it needs to be spraypainted to match.
But there was another guy here on the forum that hotglued the broken clips back on and it held fine afaik.

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hilld

· #6 · Sep 2, 2021

A dedicated plastic epoxy works really well such as this: https://www.amazon.com/Devcon-22045-Plastic-Welder-Dev-Tube/dp/B003NUGL9S

I have used this to "fix" broken motorcycle switches and the results were great.

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Dougie01

· #7 · 9 mo ago

I have bumped into my charging port door a few times, so far not breaking it. But I am tempted to look around for some kind of a rubber plug thing that could go into the electrical socket in case I do actually break the bloody door off.

ericy

· #8 · 9 mo ago

nicholaspeterson said:
my shoulder clipped the charge door on my Id.4 while walking by in the garage and it popped the bottom three plastic clips off the plastic panel covering the charge port.
Anyone had to get this fixed/replaced? The only Google result seems to point to something expensive but the part itself feels like a plastic dinner plate so I almost can’t believe it.

As long as the hinge isn't broken, then a simple door replacement and/or gluing is possible.

If your hinge is broken, it gets a little more involved.

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Charge Port Door Damage

@ID.Furkan...in your recent YouTube video entitled "5 things I hate and love about the ID.4 | VW ID.4 1st Max" you mentioned that your Charge Port Door got damaged and you needed to get it replaced. It would probably be helpful for the community if you could please comment more on the issue...

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CraigintheCorn

· #9 · 6 mo ago

I broke off all but two of the clips on mine when backing out of the garage yesterday. At least big the main clip is intact, plus one adjacent. I can only find four of the seven broken pieces, but at least they’re well distributed and not clustered in just one section. However, a key one which keeps the door from sliding back off in the opposite direction is gone. I‘m thinking about just using the sturdy type of velcro that has two plastic sides and no fabric, like what is used to adhere toll transponders to windshields. I think the two stacked pieces should be about the same height as the clips, keeping the door flush with the body, but we’ll see.

The replacement door cover is just shy of $100, but is unpainted. I wonder how much it would cost to pay to have it painted?.

ericy

· #10 · 6 mo ago

CraigintheCorn said:
I broke off all but two of the clips on mine when backing out of the garage yesterday. At least big the main clip is intact, plus one adjacent. I can only find four of the seven broken pieces, but at least they’re well distributed and not clustered in just one section. However, a key one which keeps the door from sliding back off in the opposite direction is gone. I‘m thinking about just using the sturdy type of velcro that has two plastic sides and no fabric, like what is used to adhere toll transponders to windshields. I think the two stacked pieces should be about the same height as the clips, keeping the door flush with the body, but we’ll see.

The replacement door cover is just shy of $100, but is unpainted. I wonder how much it would cost to pay to have it painted?.

You can go the velcro route, but you may find that you aren't satisfied with the result.

I would look closely to make sure that you didn't break the hinges at the same time. If you did, then there is an entirely different part you need that is a little harder to replace.

If all you need is the little door painted, it isn't hard to paint yourself. Start by finding the paint color code for your car, and you can order paint and clearcoat online.

When you do the painting, don't touch the thing with bare fingers - use gloves to keep fingerprints off the thing. You will need a couple of coats of the color, then a few coats of the clearcoat.

When you are getting ready to flip it over to paint the other side, make sure the paint is 100% dry before you do this.

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CraigintheCorn

· #11 · 6 mo ago

ericy said:
can order paint and clearcoat online

Yikes! That really adds up for paint. About $78, shipped, for plastic adhesion promoter, primer, paint, and clearcoat.

Perry Rhodan

· #12 · 6 mo ago

CraigintheCorn said:
Yikes! That really adds up for paint. About $78, shipped, for plastic adhesion promoter, primer, paint, and clearcoat.

Or you can get it done at your local body shop. I had my mirror cover repainted due to a scratch for $100 CDN, that’s like $70US.

Dave Mc

· #13 · 6 mo ago

I did that about a year ago & my dealer replaced it at no charge.

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CraigintheCorn

· #14 · 6 mo ago (Edited)

Following up on my situation. I received the Velcro today and it seems excellent. The thickness is about perfect to mimic the missing clips. The big clip at the rear is still intact and a second small clip at that end allows the rear to be properly positioned and well anchored. I just cut pieces of Velcro to fit the flat areas in front of the circle on the door, which anchor the other end and keep it from sliding. The door cover feels firmly attached with no movement in any direction.

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Han

· #15 · 6 mo ago

would love to see some pics while broken, and post DIY fixes.

CraigintheCorn

· #16 · 5 mo ago

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Huh. I thought I posted this reply already, but since I don't see it, here it is again. I do wish I had taken some photos of the broken piece and the "repair" as it progressed, but I didn't. I don't want to attempt to remove the cover now that it's in place, as I am concerned that since the Velcro is quite robust, I might jerk the door suddenly when it releases and that risks breaking the important large tab at the rear of the cover. So, I am posting a photo of the finished repair.

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