UPON ATTEMPTING TO START THE VEHICLE, AN ERROR LIGHT TURNS ON AND MESSAGE DISPLAYS THE STEERING COLUMN IS DEFECTIVE AND CONTINUES TO FLASH/BEEP. IF I TRY TO DRIVE THE VEHICLE, STEERING FEELS LOOSE WHEN DRIVING. SOMETIMES VEHICLE DOES NOT START AT ALL AND STATES ACTIVE IMMOBILIZER, SOMETIMES THE CAR DIES JUST AFTER STARTING AND STEERING COLUMN LOCKS UP.
2012 volkswagen CC steering problems
moderate 12 complaints filed with NHTSA · avg repair $700
Complaints
12
Recalls
0
Crashes
0
Avg fix
$700
What owners are reporting 2 most recent
STEERING LOCKED UP AND WAS UNABLE TO CONTROL CAR WHILE IN MOTION. ACCORDING TO DEALERSHIP THE MOTOR THAT CONTROLS STEERING LOCKED UP. WAS NOT ABLE TO TURN STEERING WHEEL AT ALL WHILE IN MOTION. *TR
Common questions
How serious is the steering problem on the 2012 volkswagen CC?
It's a documented issue but not catastrophic. 12 complaints have been filed. Repairs average $700 and most owners catch it before it causes a breakdown.
At what mileage does the steering typically fail?
Mileage data is limited for this issue. Owners report failures across a wide range, suggesting cause is more about driving conditions and maintenance than mileage alone.
What does it cost to fix?
Independent shops typically charge around $700 for steering repairs on this vehicle. Dealer pricing tends to run 20-40% higher. The exact figure depends on the specific failure mode, parts availability, and your local labor rates. If you're outside factory warranty, an extended service contract often covers this category.
Are there any recalls related to steering?
No active recalls currently cover steering issues on this vehicle. The complaints filed represent owner-reported failures that haven't risen to the level of a manufacturer-issued recall — but they're still worth knowing about before you buy or budget for repairs.
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Complaint and recall data sourced from the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration (NHTSA)
public records database. Severity ratings are derived from reported crashes, fires, injuries, and fatalities.
Repair cost estimates are independent-shop national averages and may differ in your area.
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