NHTSA Recall 08V577000: Gear box (other than rack and pinion) (steering)
VOLKSWAGEN OF AMERICA, INC reported this safety recall to NHTSA on , covering an estimated 130 vehicles. It affects 2009 Volkswagen Passat.
| NHTSA campaign | 08V577000 |
|---|---|
| Manufacturer campaign | 48J1/P3 |
| Component | STEERING › GEAR BOX (OTHER THAN RACK AND PINION) |
| Report received | November 3, 2008 |
| Owner notification | December 5, 2008 |
| Initiated by | Manufacturer |
Defect
VW is recalling 130 my 2009 passat, passat wagon, and passat cc vehicles. Some vehicles may have an electromechanical steering gear control unit that can malfunction due to a damaged capacitor. If this malfunction occurs, the driver's steering input is not properly processed by the system and the vehicle may not respond as the driver intends. This defect can only occur immediately after vehicle start-up when the steering wheel is moved for the first time and at speeds less than 5 MPH.
Safety risk
Driver attempts to overcome the system during malfunction will cause (1) vibrations in the steering wheel; (2) the steering system motor to turn off; (3) the red steering system malfunction indicator light to illuminate; and (4) audible warnings to chime. A malfunctioning steering system could lead to a crash without warning.
Remedy
Dealers will replace the steering gear in the affected vehicles. The recall began on december 5, 2008. Owners may contact VW at 1-800-822-8987.
Notes
VW recall no. 48j1/p3.customers may contact the national highway traffic safety administration's vehicle safety hotline at 1-888-327-4236 (tty: 1-800-424-9153); or go to http://www.safercar.gov.
Vehicles covered by recall 08V577000
| Make and model | Model years |
|---|---|
| Volkswagen Passat | 2009 |
Being listed here means the campaign covers the model year, not that every car was built with the defect or is still unrepaired. Enter your VIN above to check your specific vehicle. Recall repairs are free at authorised dealers. Source: NHTSA, October 2026.