Passat 3C, 11 months old, rust...

...but fortunately, it was only the metal mesh in a seal.

Here's what I've discovered about adventure:
"In the winter, conscientious outdoor car owners often like to apply rubber care sticks to their door seals (of course, organic)." VW

Shortly after, I started hearing a creaking noise coming from the B-pillar, right next to my ear, whenever the car turned, such as when driving over curbs (even low ones).
Immediately, I thought about the long-term test and the 3C, which was impossible to stop there.

Again, I added more [something, likely a topical treatment]... but after 24 hours, it was still itchy.

You could simulate the fun by pressing on the black B-pillar trim pieces on the doors, but only if BOTH doors were closed.

Since "moisturizing products" weren't helping, I thought I'd try something that dries things out. Yesterday evening, I tried putting some baby powder on it... it still itched.

Thanks to the well-designed and brightly lit Edeka parking lot (a paradise for those who wash their cars late at night ), I then discovered: The flap can be opened... It's rusting from the inside!

Okay, good thing the car already has a scheduled appointment at VW this morning for a recall issue.

Okay, ich bin bereit. Bitte gib mir den deutschen Text, den du übersetzt haben möchtest.

He said the rust was only on the surface... we'll see.