2009 Volkswagen CC Steering Problems
- Complaints
- 8about this part
- Share
- 6%of 136 total for the year
- Median mileage
- 9,000miles
- Trend
- Not enough dataFewer than 15 complaints, too few for a reliable trend.
NHTSA recorded 8 complaints about the steering of the 2009 Volkswagen CC, 6% of the 136 complaints for this model year. Where a mileage was given, the median is 9,000 miles.
Fewer than 15 complaints name this part, so treat the figures as a rough indication only.
Example complaints
Selected from NHTSA records; personal details are removed. They are consumer reports, not findings.
“While trying to start the engine (parked) on cold weather (aprox. 20f), steering column lock asserts and engine shuts down. It happens almost every time, if outside temperature is below about 35f. I have to try several times with slight pressure on steering wheel, before steering gets unlocked.”
NHTSA complaint #11054104, filed 2017-12, 110,000 miles“Steering wheel locked one time. Turned off engine and, when restarted car, steering worked fine. Took car to dealership and they replaced the rack and pinion.”
NHTSA complaint #10316378, filed 2010-03, 5,620 miles“Takata recall---received letter stating that the airbag in the steering wheel that may inflate during an accident may throw out sharp, steel pieces of metal when it inflates. Said it was dangerous to drive. No accident has happened as your letter advised that it is too dangerous to drive it in this condition. This is costing me a lot of money and I want something done immediately!!!!!!!! It has been months since I was notified and this car is very important to our daily lives. No information has come to us regarding this air bag issue. …”
NHTSA complaint #10888340, filed 2016-07“The contact owns a 2009 Volkswagen CC. While driving between 55-70 MPH, a delay occurs when the contact turns the steering wheel. The steering does not respond normally and the vehicle would drift while driving forward. He found a recall on the internet, but his vehicle was not included. The contact stated that it was dangerous driving the vehicle due to the steering. The current mileage was 6,090 and failure mileage was 1,500.”
NHTSA complaint #10263957, filed 2009-04, 1,500 miles“The contact owns a 2009 Volkswagen CC. Immediately after refueling and starting the vehicle, the steering wheel began to vibrate violently. In addition, while driving at a low speed, the vehicle stalled. The contact was able to restart the vehicle; however, the steering wheel became difficult to turn. The contact had to apply force to the steering wheel in order to steer the vehicle and the power steering warning light illuminated. The vehicle was taken to a dealer who diagnosed the vehicle and stated that the failure corrected itself. The manufacturer was notified of the failure. …”
NHTSA complaint #10763599, filed 2015-09, 22,100 milesRelated service bulletins
- 10181413Oct 2, 2020Mandatory fastener.
Steering: other model years
Other parts of the 2009 Volkswagen CC
59 complaintsFuel system
39 complaintsEngine
28 complaintsElectrical system
13 complaintsOther or unknown
8 complaintsTransmission and drivetrain
7 complaintsVehicle speed control
5 complaintsSeat belts
3 complaintsElectronic stability control
2 complaintsEngine cooling
2 complaintsBody and structure
2 complaintsSuspension
2 complaints
← All problems reported for the 2009 Volkswagen CC
About this data. Data from NHTSA (ODI) complaints, recalls, TSBs and investigations, updated Oct 30, 2026. Complaints are unverified consumer reports and may be duplicated or inaccurate.
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