Table 1 shows three common steering related problems of the 2012 Volkswagen Beetle. The number one most common problem is related to the steering (five problems). The second most common problem is related to the steering noise (one problem).
| Problem Category | Number of Problems |
|---|---|
| Steering problems | |
| Steering Noise problems | |
| Steering Rack problems |
While the car was in motion the steering locked up, preventing any kind of turning of the steering wheel, causing a catosrophic crash injuring the driver on a city street. Read details...
There is a high pitch whistling noise in the steering system. It is present when the vehicle is sitting still and while the vehicle is traveling. The noise only increases when the steering wheel is moved back and forth. It is an intermittent sound. Read details...
The contact owns a 2012 Volkswagen Beetle. While driving approximately 15 mph, the steering wheel made an abnormal noise without warning. The vehicle was taken to the dealer where it was diagnosed that the power steering rack needed to be replaced. The vehicle was repaired. The VIN was unknown. Read details...