Table 1 shows three common steering related problems of the 2016 Volkswagen Passat. The number one most common problem is related to the steering (20 problems). The second most common problem is related to the power steering pump (one problem).
| Problem Category | Number of Problems |
|---|---|
| Steering problems | |
| Power Steering Pump problems | |
| Power Steering Light On problems |
The clock spring system failed, rendering all of the cars' steering wheel functions non-functional. The airbag light is on and the steering wheels airbag does not operate as well as the cars horn and auto cruise controls. The instrument cluster is malfunctioning as well. Read details...
The contact owns a 2016 Volkswagen Passat. The contact stated that while driving at 25 mph, the power steering and the power brakes suddenly malfunctioned and the driver was unable to immediately steer or stop the vehicle. The vehicle was taken to the dealer who replaced the camshaft. Read details...
While driving the abs light came on (constant speed, highway, dry conditions), disabling cruise control. The airbag light then came on. Then the tire sensor light and finally the steering wheel light and exclamation point icon next to the steering wheel light. Read details...