VOLKSWAGEN Passat Variant Steering rack repair/replacement Cost
2000–2005 · Engine, Fuel & Emissions system
Typical range
$495–$908
Parts + labour
Labour hours
3–8h
At a typical garage
The steering rack converts the rotational input from the steering wheel into lateral movement of the wheels. Leaks, excessive play or knocking sounds indicate rack wear. VOLKSWAGEN Passat Variant steering rack replacement costs $495–$908 and always requires a wheel alignment afterwards.
What affects the price
- Remanufactured vs new OEM rack
- Hydraulic vs electric power steering (electric is usually simpler to replace)
- Wheel alignment cost (always required after rack replacement)
Common questions
How long does this repair take?
Steering rack repair/replacement on a VOLKSWAGEN Passat Variant typically takes 3–8 hours at a garage.
How often does this need to be done?
For a VOLKSWAGEN Passat Variant, this is typically needed steering racks are replaced on failure; typical lifespan is 100,000–150,000 miles.
Other engine, fuel & emissions system repairs on the VOLKSWAGEN Passat Variant
- ABS hydraulic unit replacement$383–$701
- ABS sensor replacement$158–$289
- ABS system bleeding$126–$231
- AC compressor clutch replacement$315–$578
- AC compressor replacement$338–$619
Steering rack repair/replacement cost on similar cars
- OPEL Insignia$495–$908
- AUDI A4 Avant$495–$908
- FORD Mondeo Hatchback$495–$908
- RENAULT Laguna$495–$908
- SEAT Toledo$495–$908
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