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2016 Volkswagen Golf GTI Steering Problems

Steering complaints and recalls from NHTSA

Summary

The 2016 Volkswagen Golf GTI has 4 NHTSA steering complaints and 0 steering-related recalls.

Problem Areas for the 2016 Volkswagen Golf GTI

Other
51
Engine
29
Powertrain
12
Electrical
10
Fuel System
8
Airbags
8
Visibility
7
Structure
7
Steering
4
Brakes
4
Wheels
3
Suspension
3

4

Complaints

0

Recalls

0

Injuries Reported

Data source: National Highway Traffic Safety Administration (NHTSA) · Last updated April 10, 2026

All Steering Complaints

Date ↓ComponentSummary
Feb 27, 2026STEERINGWhile driving my 2016 Volkswagen GTI MK7 Autobahn Edition with approximately 37,000 miles, the power...
Oct 30, 2019STEERINGLOOSE POWER STEERING SUDDENLY IN THE MIDDLE OF DRIVING ,MAKING IT HARD TO DRIVE ... SUDDEN LOSS HAPP...
May 31, 2018STEERING,ELECTRICAL SYSTEM,AIR BAGSDESPITE A 2015 RECALL, 2016 GOLFS ARE STILL BEING AFFECTED BY FAULTY CLOCK SPRING SETUPS AND A LACK...
Feb 1, 2017STEERINGSTEERING POWER ASSIST "TWITCHES" WHILE CAR IS IN MOTION. HAPPENS AT RANDOM TIMES, SPEEDS AND STEERI...

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