How many steering complaints does the 2011 Volkswagen Jetta have?

NHTSA lists 23 steering complaints for the 2011 Jetta, which is 4% of the 607 total complaints filed for that model year.

Is there a steering recall for the 2011 Volkswagen Jetta?

This data shows no related_recalls listed specifically under Steering for the 2011 Jetta, though sample complaints reference NHTSA campaign number 19v615000, which covers steering and electrical system issues.

At what mileage do steering problems typically show up?

The median mileage at failure for steering complaints on the 2011 Jetta is 50,000 miles.

Did steering problems cause any crashes?

NHTSA data shows 3 crashes and 2 injuries linked to steering complaints on the 2011 Jetta, with no fires reported.

How does 2011 compare to other Jetta years for steering complaints?

The 2011 Jetta had 23 steering complaints (4% share), lower than 2012's 41 complaints (8% share) and 2013's 37 complaints (7% share).

2011 Volkswagen Jetta Steering Problems

NHTSA lists 23 steering complaints for the 2011 Volkswagen Jetta, 4% of its 607 total complaints that year, with median failure mileage of 50,000 and 3 reported crashes. No steering-specific recall is on record for this model year in this data.

Steering complaints: 23; 4% of 607
Crashes reported: 3
Fires reported: 0
Injuries reported: 2
Median mileage: 50,000 mi
Related recalls: 0

Typical steering symptoms owners report

Steering pulls sharply to one side and locks up, sometimes triggering multiple dashboard warning lights and causing a curb strike.
A rear tie rod fractured, causing sudden loss of steering control while driving at 45 mph.
The steering wheel locks up in combination with the ignition cylinder malfunctioning, preventing the car from being turned off.
Some owners report the leather-wrapped steering wheel causing hand discomfort on long drives.
Owners of vehicles covered under NHTSA campaign 19v615000, which references steering and electrical system issues, report being told replacement parts were not available at the time of contact.

When 2011 Volkswagen Jetta steering complaints were filed

First complaint Aug 28, 2011, latest Jan 17, 2024.

23 complaints filed with NHTSA from Aug 2011 to Jan 2024; peak Oct 2019 (3).

Steering recalls for the 2011 Volkswagen Jetta

No safety recalls on record for this model year.

Steering complaints by Jetta model year

Raw complaint counts per model year; newer years have had less time to accumulate complaints.

20052 (1%)
200610 (2%)
20074 (2%)
20083 (2%)
200924 (3%)
201013 (2%)
201123 (4%)
201241 (8%)
201337 (7%)
201417 (4%)
201515 (8%)
201611 (7%)
201714 (9%)
20180 (0%)
201912 (2%)
20203 (6%)
20213 (4%)
20227 (16%)
20231 (2%)
20242 (5%)
20251 (4%)

Frequently asked questions

How many steering complaints does the 2011 Volkswagen Jetta have?: NHTSA lists 23 steering complaints for the 2011 Jetta, which is 4% of the 607 total complaints filed for that model year.
Is there a steering recall for the 2011 Volkswagen Jetta?: This data shows no related_recalls listed specifically under Steering for the 2011 Jetta, though sample complaints reference NHTSA campaign number 19v615000, which covers steering and electrical system issues.
At what mileage do steering problems typically show up?: The median mileage at failure for steering complaints on the 2011 Jetta is 50,000 miles.
Did steering problems cause any crashes?: NHTSA data shows 3 crashes and 2 injuries linked to steering complaints on the 2011 Jetta, with no fires reported.
How does 2011 compare to other Jetta years for steering complaints?: The 2011 Jetta had 23 steering complaints (4% share), lower than 2012's 41 complaints (8% share) and 2013's 37 complaints (7% share).