Volkswagen Atlas owners have reported 82 steering related problems since 1996. Table 1 shows the 5 most common steering problems. The number one most common problem is related to the vehicle's steering (71 problems). The second most common problem is related to the vehicle's steering noise (8 problems). For details of each of the problem category, use the links in the table.
| Problem Category | Number of Problems |
|---|---|
| Steering problems | |
| Steering Noise problems | |
| Steering Column problems | |
| Steering Failed problems | |
| Power Steering Pump problems |
Component/system failure: the braking system, specifically the brake rotors (and possibly pads), appears to be malfunctioning. The vehicle experiences severe vibration during braking. The vehicle is available for inspection upon request. Read details...
1. Steering making noise during turn/revervse/ forward/parking etc. . Dealers triedd to fix it but not sucess. 2. Error: start / stop engine at certain situation and stalling while driving. Incident on various date Read details...
We parked the car in our garage and the next day we got in it and it would not start. The car gave a warning of steering column locked. This car is less than 3 months old and under 3,000 miles. The dealership had to order and replace the steering column. Read details...
At delivery (4400 miles) as this was a program car, the steering column creeks, pops, and crackles with at times produces a low pitch high frequency moan/grown. This is most notable at low speeds for the crackling noise, the moaning sound is evident at 60 mph or so. Read details...
Vehicle would turn off while in drive. Originally happened when going in reverse up a hill, vehicle warning to put into park and manually restart. Happened 2 more times and was brought in for repair. Dealership was unable to duplicate the issue. Read details...