Steering Related Problems of the 2015 Volkswagen Passat

Table 1 shows three common steering related problems of the 2015 Volkswagen Passat. The number one most common problem is related to the steering (26 problems). The second most common problem is related to the power steering light on (one problem).

Table 1. Steering related problems of Volkswagen Passat


Recently reported Steering problems of the 2015 Volkswagen Passat

The Steering problem

2015 Passat tdi sudden complete power loss while driving, including highway incidents. Vehicle stalls with no warning, creating immediate safety hazard. Symptoms match documented crankshaft position sensor failures in identical vehicles that vw has repaired under warranty for other owners.   Read details...

The Power Steering Light On problem

I was parked on flat ground while starting my car this morning and noticed the air bag light on the dash board stayed light. Then I noticed the stereo control on the steering wheel was not light and did not work. At work I did some research and found that it could be the clock spring.   Read details...

The Steering Noise problem

Update June 2019 - now my car has 53,000 miles. My replaced clock spring has failed again. No horn, or steering wheel controls and the airbag light is on. This is 8 months/10 miles after I had it replaced. This is a safety issue.   Read details...


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