Frightening experience today – got locked inside my car (2022 Octavia 1.5 TSi SEL).

Unlocked ok (by touching door handle) and got in, then noticed the hazards flashed once, then I tried to start the car as usual with the key in my pocket and it was dead – just a sign on the dash saying “Key Not recognised”. Tried putting the key near the start button and still nothing. Fiddled with the key buttons to no avail, then found the doors and windows had all locked from inside and I couldn’t get out! I tried all sorts, then after a few minutes, whatever I did or didn’t do in my panic, it started as normal and everything was working again – and it has been ok since. The key battery appears to be well up, as the red light flashes ok and the fob works the locks from a considerable distance remotely, so I don’t suspect that the battery is tired.

Barring a malfunction of some kind (this hasn’t happened in the six months I have had the car), I am wondering if any of the following might have triggered the problem? 

·         Interference from another car in the car park.

·         I was parked close to a very heavy steel barrier.

·         My wife and I unlocked both the front doors (by touch) at the very same time as each other. 

Also, what exactly does “Please Check Safelock” mean on the dash every time I switch off and might this have a bearing?

I would be grateful for any opinions and has this happened to anyone else?

Thanks in advance.

Understanding Safelock

• Most users on Briskoda agree that the notification simply reminds you that the car is fully deadlocked.

• When safelock is active, interior door handles are disabled so no one can open the doors from inside.

• Do not leave pets or people inside the car when safelock is turned on.

How to Control Safelock

• Full Lock (Safekey active): Press the lock button on your key fob once.

• Disable Safelock: Press the lock button on your key fob twice quickly if you need people or pets to be able to open the doors from the inside.

(If you have a pet that is able to open the door from the inside then please share).

Edited 3 hours ago3 hr by avi4tor

3 hours ago, avi4tor said:

If you have a pet that is able to open the door from the inside then please share

I used to have a dog that would lock the back doors, when they had a button to push down