Two problems related to hydraulic power assist steering system have been reported for the 1999 Volkswagen Passat. The most recently reported issues are listed below.
1999 Passat engine seized due to a oil pump failure. The consumer had the oil leak repaired on 5 different occasions. The consumer had other problems with the vehicle such as a faulty drive shaft, right cv joint, the glove compartment latch, the control knob for the side view mirrors, the heater control unit, engine control unit, water pump seal rings, a power steering leak which was had to be fixed twice, the coolant pump, o-rings and the oil pump and pump rod bearings. There is a noise coming from the rear right wheel, oil is leaking from the valve covers.
This problem with the steering is getting worse everyday this is very serious wvoa was contacted they just blew us off.