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2009 Volkswagen Rabbit steering problems

10 complaints (16% of all complaints for this car). Typical mileage when it fails: 110,000.

owner complaints
10
of this car's complaints
16%
typical mileage
110,000
crashes
0
recalls
0

Which part fails

Owners did not name a specific part.

At what mileage

Complaints by mileage at the time of the problem.

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Volkswagen Rabbit steering problems in other years

200720082009

Related recalls

No recalls on record for this model year.

What 2009 Volkswagen Rabbit owners say

Most recent owner complaints, unedited.

Filed Aug 3, 2020 · Electrical, Steering · 146,000 miles · NY

I got problems on ABS system module that's why my rabbit2009 start all the lights on the dashboard and lose the control including the speed meter.cant you help me with that's occured when I'm driving on a highway to my job.

Filed Jul 3, 2018 · Brakes, Driver assistance · 120,000 miles · OH

Tl* the contact owns a 2009 volkswagen rabbit. While driving 60 MPH, the vehicle lost steering ability. In addition, the anti-lock brake system, electronic stability control, and steering wheel indicators illuminated. The vehicle was taken to the dealer (fairfield volkswagen, 96065 dixie highway, fairfield, oh 45014) where it was awaiting diagnostic testing and repairs. The contact also stated that the vehicle was taken to joseph volkswagen of cincinnati (3813 montgomery road, cincinnati, oh 45212) where it was repaired per the federal safety agency campaign number: 16v913000 (service brakes, hydraulic, electronic stability control) on may 17, 2018. The manufacturer was not notified of the failure. The approximate failure mileage was 120,000.

Filed May 24, 2018 · Brakes, Driver assistance · SC

Abs module. The ABS light and other lights came on. Vw released a recall. After taking it to the dealership they said they will only replace for free if there is an issue with the ground on the module. They are trying to charge $1500+ to replace the module.

Filed Oct 18, 2017 · Brakes, Driver assistance · 64,000 miles · OK

Tl* the contact owns a 2009 volkswagen rabbit. The contact stated that the steering column moved independently. The contact received notification of the federal safety agency campaign number: 16v913000 (service brakes, hydraulic, electronic stability control); however, the dealer refused to perform the repair. The contact stated that volkswagen of edmond (14220 broadway extension hwy) diagnosed that before they could perform the remedy, the ABS pump needed to be replaced. The manufacturer was not made aware of the issue. The failure mileage was approximately 64,000. Parts distribution disconnect.

Filed Mar 8, 2017 · Brakes, Driver assistance · 114,000 miles · GA

Abs brake module. Computer loses communication with ABS brake module, power steering is disabled, electronic stability control is disabled odometer and speedometer become diabled. When this happens it can cause over steer and under steer. Almost caused accident on two occasions. Recall sent, vw still won't fix the issue. Previous complaint listed.

Filed Dec 1, 2016 · Brakes, Driver assistance · 93,000 miles · CA

The ABS module in my vehicle failed around 90,000 miles, which I'm now discovering is a very common for this particular model and year. The ABS system ceased to function but other systems were affected as well; my speedometer would stop working for several minutes at a time, as well as my fuel gauge. Power steering would cut out and I would experience a considerable loss of power from the engine. I was nearly hit while crossing a busy intersection because I couldn't get any acceleration from the car. The check engine light has also been triggered intermittently by this problem so I haven't been able to pass a smog check, making my vehicle illegal to drive in the state of california where I'm stationed with the marines. Volkswagen dealerships are charging more than $1,500 to fix the issue and there has been no recall issued for the problem.

Filed Sep 26, 2016 · Acceleration, Brakes · 91,000 miles · IN

The ABS control has failed (diagnosed by volkswagen dealership), ABS, traction control and brake lights are on, speedimoter is always on zero, the car looses steering control

Filed Sep 25, 2016 · Brakes, Driver assistance · 110,000 miles · CA

Electrical problems have been constant since purchasing (I.e. The check engine light coming on for no apparent reason during long trips, the prnd lights lighting all at once at random). These issues were not much of a problem until recently. I started the car and immediately the ABS, traction control, and brake lights lit up and the car made 3 "beeps". I turned the car off and on again, and the same thing happened and continued. I then drove on the freeway for about 10 miles when the steering, and epc lights came on. Simultaneously, the speedometer and gas gauges dropped to zero and the car would not accelerate. The steering became slow to respond/delayed. Luckily there were not many cars on the road and I safely pulled to the shoulder. I safely drove the car home that day, but my husband experienced the same issues when he tried to drive the car the day after. After researching these symptoms online, I found that this is a very common problem for 2009 gti and rabbit models, and that, while this malfunction makes the car unsafe to drive, vw will not help consumers with the estimated $2k repair costs.

Filed Aug 29, 2016 · Brakes, Electrical · 112,000 miles · GA

Driving into a curve, my ABS brake module failed, turning off my traction control, ABS disabling my power steering. As I was trying to come out of the curve, the steering failed to respond temporarily. I almost t-boned another vehicle, scaring that driver to death...I was able to pull the car out of the turn, over correcting almost putting it in a a ditch... This is a known issue.

Filed Jan 13, 2016 · Brakes, Driver assistance · 76,000 miles · CA

My car has been running fine since purchase and I have had all the necessary maintenance done to prevent issues. Last week while driving on a major highway my cars steering wheel locked as well as stalled almost causing a major accident. When I looked it up it seems that this vehicle has been issue with campaign number: 10v621000. Albeit this is not the same issue but my vehicle has experienced fuel leakage at the same time and I have reason to believe that they are interrelated. Beyond that, there have been several complaints about the same issue on many vw forums. This is a major issue and a huge safety problem. Could you imagine the lives that could have perished if I had not handled that situation effectively. I am now told that I need to replace this part for $2000 where I truly believe volkswagen should be held liable. This company has shady business practices and I would not be surprised if this issue is due to a defective part. My car was bought in 2009 and has 76,000 miles on it.

Questions about the 2009 Volkswagen Rabbit steering

Does the 2009 Volkswagen Rabbit have steering problems?

Owners have filed 10 complaints about the steering of the 2009 Volkswagen Rabbit, 16% of all its complaints.

At what mileage do 2009 Volkswagen Rabbit steering problems start?

The typical (median) mileage in owner complaints is 110,000 miles.

Was there a recall on the 2009 Volkswagen Rabbit steering?

There is no recall for this problem on this model year.

Other 2009 Volkswagen Rabbit problems

Brakes 44Driver assistance 26Electrical 11Acceleration 5Transmission 5Engine 4Airbags 3Fuel system 3Seats 2Body 1Locks 1Suspension 1Tires 1Visibility 1Wheels 1

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