2009 Volkswagen Passat steering problems
Owners reported steering problems in 20 complaints for the 2009 Volkswagen Passat, 9% of the complaints on file. It is the 3rd most reported problem area for this model year.
At a glance
- Complaints
- 20 10% of this year's complaints
- Typical mileage
- 59,000 miles 15 complaints with mileage
- Crashes and fires
- 1 and 0
- Injuries and deaths
- 0 and 0
Source: NHTSA owner complaints
When steering problems show up
View the numbers
| Mileage | Complaints |
|---|---|
| 0k to 20k miles | 1 |
| 20k to 40k miles | 6 |
| 40k to 60k miles | 1 |
| 60k to 80k miles | 2 |
| 80k to 100k miles | 0 |
| 100k to 120k miles | 2 |
| 120k to 140k miles | 3 |
| 140k to 160k miles | 0 |
| 160k to 180k miles | 0 |
| 180k to 200k miles | 0 |
| 200k+ miles | 0 |
What the data shows
Of the 15 steering complaints that report mileage, the median is about 59,000 miles, and 53% were reported before 60,000 miles.
These complaints mention 1 crash.
What owners wrote
Tl* the contact owns a 2009 volkswagen passat. While driving 30 MPH, the power steering failed and the vehicle stalled without warning. As a result, the vehicle was involved in a crash. There were no injuries and a police report was filed. There were no warning indicators illuminated prior to the failure. The contact called the manufacturer twice after the crash and was informed that parts were not available, and further testing was needed on the fuel pump.
My car has less than 35000 miles. The steering wheel column lock is defective has been appearing on my instrument panel. This defective part will not allow the car to start at time. Further investigation revealed that it could cause the car to stall while it is being driven. A search of the internet revealed that this is a frequent problem with this make and model of the car. It is a safety issue which is not caused by normal wear and tear.
Other problems reported for the 2009 Volkswagen Passat
- Engine 64 complaints
- Fuel system 53 complaints
- Electrical system 19 complaints