Steering Related Problems of the 2016 Volkswagen Tiguan

Table 1 shows four common steering related problems of the 2016 Volkswagen Tiguan. The number one most common problem is related to the steering (ten problems). The second most common problem is related to the steering failed (one problem).

Table 1. Steering related problems of Volkswagen Tiguan


Recently reported Steering problems of the 2016 Volkswagen Tiguan

The Steering problem

During cold winter months in below freezing temperatures, a red warning light will turn on when the electronic steering fails and the electronic steering will randomly lock up while driving. Making it extremely difficult to steer and nearly impossible to use at a stop or slow speeds.   Read details...

The Steering Failed problem

My vehicle was in motion pulling out of my driveway and turning onto the street when the steering failed completely and I was unable to direct my car. To avoid blocking traffic I had to pull into my neighbors front yard. The car was in motion and around other cars when I lost control.   Read details...

The Steering Noise problem

Clicking noise from steering wheel while turning. Error airbag message later appeared along with airbag notification light. Functions in steering wheel cease to work including the horn. Noticed in motion on a neighborhood street.   Read details...


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