What happens if a clock spring fails on a VW?
What happens if a clock spring fails on a VW?
A faulty clock spring will disable the steering wheel airbag, prevent the horn from working, and disable access to steering wheel mounted button features like radio controls and cruise control. Volkswagen has been having clock spring issues for quite some time.
Are there any problems with the clock spring?
Back in March of 2015 the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration ( NHTSA) opened an investigation into clock spring failures in the 2012 Passat and CC. Owners had been complaining about strange noies from the steering column, non-responsie steering wheel buttons, and the airbag warning light turning on.
Why is the steering wheel called a clock spring?
It’s called a clock spring because it rotates (like a clock!) as you turn the steering wheel. Inside a bundle of small wires is spiraled around a center point, and those are wrapped freely in both directions.
Why does my cruise control not work properly?
john b , Defective speed sensor, bad cruise switch/wire connection, bad brake light switch,etc can cause cruise not to work properly. If engine light on, record the code to help diagnose the issue. You may have to find a good Tech. to diagnose and estimate repair. Good luck.
What happens if you have a broken clock spring?
A bad clock spring can afflict you with more than broken volume controls. You could be left without cruise control, a functioning horn, or most importantly, a functioning airbag. In this situation, you would be unable to alert an inattentive driver and the airbag may not deploy in the event of a collision.
Can a clock spring be re-used in a car?
Clock springs are cheap, and it’s important to have a reliable unit since they may be involved with the correct function of the driver’s airbag, the horn, cruise control, and traction and stability control systems. Can You Re-use a Clock Spring?
Can a broken clock spring affect the steering wheel?
Typically a broken clock spring only affects components that are attached to the steering wheel. This is because the clock spring is a special wire that allows the connection to be maintained as the steering wheel rotates. If the turn signals are mounted on the steering column, they are probably not affected by a bad clock spring.
