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2011 Volkswagen Golf Steering Problems

Steering complaints and recalls from NHTSA

Summary

The 2011 Volkswagen Golf has 3 NHTSA steering complaints and 0 steering-related recalls.

Problem Areas for the 2011 Volkswagen Golf

Engine
21
Fuel System
19
Powertrain
19
Other
16
Electrical
12
Airbags
12
Steering
3

3

Complaints

0

Recalls

0

Injuries Reported

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

All Steering Complaints

Date ↓ComponentSummary
Nov 12, 2015STEERING,UNKNOWN OR OTHER,FUEL/PROPULSION SYSTEMTHE 2011 VW GOLF TDI SHUT OFF WHILE BEING DRIVEN. THE STEERING WHEEL LOCKED.
Jul 20, 2014STEERING,FUEL SYSTEM, DIESEL,SERVICE BRAKESWHILE DRIVING AT APPROX 75 MPH IN THE FAST LANE OF AN INTERSTATE FREEWAY MY 2011 VW GOLF TDI SHUT OF...
Nov 2, 2012STEERING,VEHICLE SPEED CONTROL,FUEL/PROPULSION SYSTEMHAD BEEN DRIVING FOR ABOUT 70 MILES STOPPED FOR ABOUT 20 MINUTES. RESTARTED CAR DROVE 1/2 MILE TO T...

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