Tiptronic shifter warm while driving -Is this normal?

[Dubious]

My new to me 05' Allroad 2.7T Tiptronic shifter stalk and surrounding area (metal/aluminum bits) seems to get warm to very warm while driving (more so hwy speeds cruising 75-80MPH). Is this considered normal or is it a symptom of an underlying issue?
Temps in TX are coolish recently (50's-80's) and the mentioned areas are not warm from direct sunlight exposure prior to driving. Shifting seems smooth and within normal limits as far as I can tell.
Please let me know if I am overreacting or if I have reason to worry.

-Eric

[jcjohnson33]

It could be normal but, I would check to see if the heat shields are in place or missing


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[PaperToast]

i would say its normal, mine gets warm in the summer when ive been driving for a while