This kind of problem typically occurs when the door handle cable is too tight.
Vw door handle cable.
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If the handle is worn then it could be flexing towards the back and allowing the cable to pop out.
If it pops out your door handle assembly might be worn.
The door lock or blank should be enough to hold it together.
Here is how you remove the door handle from a vw polo passenger side is the same for the driver side you need just a hook like in the video you can make it.
What could prevent both outer door handles on a 2002 volkswagen beetle from opening the door unless the door is first pressed in.
The hook tool is needed for removing the handle cap only for reinstalling a.