Table 1 shows five common steering related problems of the 2001 Volkswagen Passat. The number one most common problem is related to the steering tie rod assembly (seven problems). The second most common problem is related to the steering rack and pinion (three problems).
| Problem Category | Number of Problems |
|---|---|
| Steering Tie Rod Assembly problems | |
| Steering Rack And Pinion problems | |
| Steering Failed problems | |
| Steering Column problems | |
| Steering Gear Box problems |
I and thousands of other vw Passat owners wish for vw of north America to issue a recall on the tie rods, control arms, ball joints, etc. (the whole front suspension of Passats) due to the obvious failure of these systems. Read details...
The contact owns a 2001 Volkswagen Passat. The contact was driving at a relatively low speed when the steering wheel locked without warning. The vehicle was taken to a local repair facility for diagnostic testing. The contact was advised by the mechanic that the rack and pinion was defective. Read details...
The Passat has been a well maintained family wagon. The car has always been garaged and has mostly easy highway miles. My wife was driving with my daughter on a rainy evening. After making a right hand turn, the steering wheel would not turn back to the left past centered. Read details...