Table 1 shows 13 common steering related problems of the 1998 Volkswagen Passat. The number one most common problem is related to the steering tie rod assembly (24 problems). The second most common problem is related to the steering rack and pinion (six problems).
Steering: control arms. The vehicle was purchased used with approx 34k miles. Service has been maintained by owner and/or independent repair. At approximately 50k owner was notified by independent repair service that both upper control arms needed to be replaced. Read details...
While driving and steering could hear a loud noise. Then, had taken vehicle to dealer. Dealer found that rack and pinion was leaking and had to be replaced. Read details...
The vehicle experienced the same problem as stated in recall 99 v 248 000, however the vehicle identification number was not included in the recall. Read details...