Steering Rack And Pinion Problems of Volkswagen Passat

My power steering lock up on me 2x red light came on the second time and bing 3x. Steering wheel would not unlock right away. Took the Passat down to a authorized dealer and they said it needed rack and pinion and it cost $ 1,772. 33. My Passat is 6 years old and had only 37,270 miles. This steering problem should have never happen with low mileage. I called the vw care center to ask if it was recall they said no. And was not under warranty. Because it was over 3 years old. I will never buy other vw again scents they will not stand by their product.

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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. The contact stated the tie rods were previously replaced due to loose steering. The manufacturer advised they would assist with ten percent of the total cost of repairs. The vehicle was repaired by the dealer. The failure mileage was 109,000 and the current mileage was 113,747.

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Front end noise was diagnosed by vw service as missing and loose rack and pinion steering bolts, rendering the vehicle unsafe to drive with 20,000 miles on the odometer and normal use. This is a huge safety hazard, I could have been injured or killed. I have an extended warranty but this is not covered. Such a flaw in steering integrity should generate a recall - before someone is killed.

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The steering wheel was loose. Dealer had to tighten the rack and pinion in order to alleviate the problem. . . . Mechanic reported that part was almost out on one side, and had it come out ability to steer would have been lost.

Bolts holding steering rack to frame keep coming loose. This has happened 3 times with the first at about 18k miles.

Rack and pinion steering system problems.

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Rack and pinion needs to be replaced. This problem started directly after 40,000 mile tune up at dealer. I have heard stories of other people with same problem of wheel sticking when turning. Feels like rack is not aligned with rack and pinion. Have heard of one instance where steering went completely out. Please correct this problem so mylself and other are not in danger of loosing steering while driving.

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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.

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Took vehicle to dealer & was informed by mechanic that rack needed to be replaced due to power steering leaking fluid through it. Also rotors were replaced due to excessive wear. Fuel tank had collapsed & was not accepting any fuel.

Steering wheel was difficult to turn, and it was making a loud grinding noise. Took to dealer, and they are going to replace rack and pinion steering.

Car leaks power steering fluid. Vw told me I need a new steering rack at a cost of $681.

Steering wheel is making noise when turning. It also acts as if steering wheel will lock or give way. Dealer claims power steering pump is leaking, and rack and pinion. Parts are on back order.

Steering rack seal failed at 15k mi, causing loss of fluid and damage to rack. Dealer replaced under warranty. Driver side, passenger window (left rear) disconnected from electric motor (would not go up and down) at 45k mi. Hardly use window (no kids or passengers). Dealer replaced "pin" and charged 1hr labor for pulling door panel - not covered under extended warranty. Steering began to "creak" when wheel turned slowly at stop or near stop at 52k mi. Dealer investigated and could not find problem. Stated no safety problems. Driver side, passenger window (left, rear) disconnected from power motor again at about 75k mi. Did not contact dealer again as expected to pay $60 again so waited for a scheduled service. Driver window power motor failed at 83k mi - sounded like metal grinding. Had to manually push window closed. Took auto to different dealer (midwestern auto group, dublin OH, 614-889-2571) to examine driver window, driver side passenger window and steering "creak". New dealer stated driver window under extended warranty plan, driver-side passenger window not covered and missing "pin" totally, and steering "creak" is in any or all of the control arm/linkage bushings. Quoted $2000 to replace steering front end - suggested I just live with noise. No mention of tie-rod recall on 1999 Passats. I have no information on if my car qualifies for the recall, but my investigatiion online suggests I do. Have not received any notices, but have moved since original purchase and could have "lost mail" problem. Suggest power window design is bad - as I drive on hwys a lot for business in OH where summer requires ac, winter requires heat, I have no kids or passengers in back seats, etc.

The rack and pinion cap fell out/was missing, leaving no fluid in power steering assembly. There was a small pop and smoke from under the car. My wife had a hard time steering the car and maneuvering it off the road. Had there been traffic she may well have been involved in an accident as she slowed and tried to muscle the car off the road. Steering was very tight, so tight she could barely turn the wheel. Car had just been picked up from the dealer and had only 250 miles on it. Car is currently at fiore Volkswagen in hollidaysburg, PA being repaired.

I have reported this once before but I do not see it on your database? I believe this car is not safe to drive and I have no confidence in the way this matter is being handled. Every time me and my family get into this veichle I expect somthing to happen. All the previous cars I owned I did not have this feeling. Volkswagen will not buy the car back at this time. I feel the car should returned and then replaced with a new one. I am also considering selling the car as is and buying another make Nissan. Please help justice should be top proirty this is a money issue and no longer a commitment to saftey.

While driving about 10 mph and when trying to turn steering wheel, it locked up. Rack and pinion and some other parts were replaced before, but problem still exists.

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The vehile experienced steering problems consumer took the vehicle to the dealer for repair, they tightened a loose clamp, the problem resurfaced 6 months later and now the warranty had expired, the consumers took the vehicle back to the dealer where they found a power steering fluid leak, the dealer replaced the entire rack and pinion. Nlm.

A squeaking noise was heard when getting out of the vehicle or when applying pressure to the hood. Vehicle was taken to the dealer, where the tie rods were found to be worn out also, power steering fluid had to be added about every 60 days due to a defect in the rack and pinion.

Rack and pinion steering failed due to a defective steering column. Also power steering pump failed , cause unknown. Please provide further information.