I was traveling along the outer loop of 495 beltway in the right center lane at approximately 7:15am when the car suddenly shut off. The doors locks clicked unlock and the dash lights went black. The car drifted to the shoulder of the road. After about 5 minutes the car started and I drove 1/2 mile and shut off again in the same manner. The car was towed to Volkswagen of waldorf where they cited a electronic control unit in the steering column was faulty.

- Oxon Hill, MD, USA

The contact owns a 2009 Volkswagen Jetta sportwagen. The contact was driving approximately 70 mph into a slight curve when the steering wheel locked in a straight position and would not turn to the right without warning. The driver began to exert aggressive force to the steering wheel and suddenly, the steering wheel unlocked. The vehicle was taken to an authorized dealer for diagnostic testing. The technician was unable to duplicate the problem. The contact had concern of the potential safety hazard. The VIN was rejected from the system. The failure mileage was 11,000. Updated 3/12/10 the dealer replaced the steering gear. Updated 06/11/10.

- Tyler, TX, USA

When driving into a sweeping curve at 45 - 65 mph, the steering mechanism or rack & pinion system locks and fails on my '09 Jetta wolfsburg edition sometimes leading to a short skid and temporary loss of steering control. I previously owned the exact same year and make vehicle that exhibited the same defect. Due to this and other defects, the manufacturer replaced the vehicle. I'm now starting to experience the same issue with the new replacement vehicle. I've made the manufacturer aware of the issue through my local dealer. They've conducted a thorough review and released the car back to me unable to find anything wrong. I was told to continue driving the car unless/until it recurs. The problem has not yet been resolved.

- Blue Ash , OH, USA