Table 1 shows four common steering related problems of the 1998 Audi A6. The number one most common problem is related to the steering tie rod assembly (five problems). The second most common problem is related to the steering wheel (two problems).
| Problem Category | Number of Problems |
|---|---|
| Steering Tie Rod Assembly problems | |
| Steering Wheel problems | |
| Steering problems | |
| Steering Linkages problems |
Tie rods in the steering systems are damaged. Audi claims they had a recall on these rods and that the previous owner of the car had the service completed back in 2000. Yet, I still have problems now in 2006. I wonder if the fix Audi implemented is really effective or not. Read details...
The heated steering wheel had melted, and the consumer's child was burned. The dealer replaced the part. Read details...
While driving 55mph steering wheel heat sensors caught on fire. Flames shot out towards driver's face. There was no prior warning. The flames were extinguished by driver's hands. Managed to pull vehicle over. Contacted Audi dealership. Turned heat sensors off on steering wheel. Read details...