Rear hatch opening while parked

[Eu001939]

Has anyone experienced the problem where the trunk opens while the vehicle is parked ?

I have had it 4-5 times by now, and it is always a shock to come back to the car with the trunk open in the middle of the supermarket parking.

Now to be honest, I suspect the problem is with the M sport keyfob where the button for opening the rear sticks out and is pushed when i have the keys in my pocket. But not sure...

So if anyone has the same problem ?

Also, is there a way to disable this button (other than taking the keyfob apart ?)

[MJF120]

I had the same problem - had to buy the leather cover for the key but that does make the key quite bulky.

[SharkPhi]

I had the same problem day two of owning mine. It was the key's position in my pocket that was pressing the hatch release.

Now I either clip it to a belt loop or throw it in my bag. Problem solved.

[stewy604]

Haven't had this issue yet...but I rarely have the key in my pocket. I've got too many keys and another fob...too bulky! I'm sure you can disable it through coding, but that would remove it altogether.

[barcelona]

Happen to me twice in my garage, caused by accidental button pushed whilst in my pocket . Bought the leather cover and no issue since. Bulky yes, worse when you have two key FOB's. The key does slide out from the cover. I stopped the movement with a simple rubber band. Also, be careful not to strip the thread on the cover.