As my username infers, I have the same problem.
The rear hatch lock really does seem to be locked so solidly that it could be in this valet lockout mode; however, I also notice that the nearly-broken driver side door lock can seem "locked out" when in reality I just need to jiggle it.
Rear hatch was tough to turn for a while; but, I think that was also due to cheap weak keys bending while turning.
Attempted solutions:
Have new strong keys. Have sprayed into hatch lock: brake cleaner & WD40 & applied Permatex Anti Seize graphite/copper/aluminum lube. It really doesn't budge at all, as if it is locked out by anti-theft.
Won't really turn at all either direction.
Have locked and unlocked with key both driver and passenger doors, including the double-turn method to unlock both doors from one side. Have also tried opening hatch with key in ignition (although I did not try while engine is running yet but I doubt that will make a difference; but, I suppose I should try).
Hatch Release Lever Cable was disabled by previous owner to prevent theft entry by hanger through driver side window.
What do I do?
Really just have to crawl back there and remove the panel?
The rear hatch visor is even extended to make it tougher to climb back there.
Have searched forum keywords:
hatch lock lockout locked
Also looked at related threads at bottom of threads found.
No real answers anywhere found yet.
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