Volkswagen R32 Steering Rack/Gearbox Replacement at your home or office.

Our mobile mechanics offer services 7 days a week. Upfront and transparent pricing.

Estimate price near me

Service Location

Customer Ratings

(4)

Included for free with this service

Online Booking

Mechanic comes to you

12-month / 12k-mile warranty

Free 50 point safety inspection

Our certified mobile mechanics can come to your home or office 7 days a week between 7 AM and 9 PM.

Customer Ratings

(4)

Steering Rack/Gearbox Replacement Service

How much does a Steering Rack/Gearbox Replacement cost?

On average, the cost for a Volkswagen R32 Steering Rack/Gearbox Replacement is $1715 with $1267 for parts and $448 for labor. Prices may vary depending on your location.

CarServiceEstimateShop/Dealer Price
2004 Volkswagen R32V6-3.2LService typeSteering Rack/Gearbox ReplacementEstimate$4004.56Shop/Dealer Price$4868.62 - $7429.19
2008 Volkswagen R32V6-3.2LService typeSteering Rack/Gearbox ReplacementEstimate$3001.05Shop/Dealer Price$3640.39 - $5545.20
Show example Volkswagen R32 Steering Rack/Gearbox Replacement prices

What is the Steering Rack/Gearbox all about?

A rack and pinion system uses several large components. This includes your main-shaft, universal joints, and an underlying intermediate shaft which immediately responds to all your steering wheel movements.

This rack and pinion system is designed to make your car’s steering easier to turn with the added help of a power assisted pump or motor. The typical car sold these days now weighs over 3000 pounds and larger vehicles like trucks and SUVs often weigh over 5000 pounds. The steering rack along with this power assist system are what allow you to easily move all that heavy mass between the steering wheel and your tires without so much as breaking a sweat.

Keep in mind:

The steering rack requires heavy and sometimes sophisticated equipment to operate properly. Many of the big and heavy parts that are underneath your vehicle, such as the shafts and universal joints, can gradually wear out over the course of time.

If you feel your steering is tight, chances are your rack is perfectly fine. It’s when your steering feels sloppy, or when you start seeing power steering fluid underneath your vehicle, that an inspection should be done. Also, keep in mind that damage to major suspension parts, such as your CV axles, ball joints, and tie rod ends, can make your steering feel loose and uneven.

This is why it’s a good idea to have your entire steering and suspension system inspected whenever you suspect that there is an issue with your steering.

How it's done:

  • The vehicle is raised and supported on jack stands
  • The tires are removed and tie rods and steering gear disconnected
  • The steering rack and gear box is replaced
  • The system is filled with new fluid, tires reinstalled
  • The vehicle is lowered off of the jack stands

Our recommendation:

If your steering starts to feel clunky or uneven, get it inspected at the earliest possible opportunity. Even a minor issue, such as a cracked seal in between major components, can leak power steering fluid onto your steering rack. This can lead lead to the deterioration or even the complete failure of your steering rack. It’s worth your time to contact one of our top-rated mechanics so that the quickest and most reasonable solution can be pursued for your steering system.

What common symptoms indicate you may need to replace the Steering Rack/Gearbox?

  • Sloppy or uneven steering that takes varying levels of effort.
  • Power steering fluid leaks that are usually at the rear of the engine bay or underneath your car.
  • A hard ‘clunk’ noise when you go over large bumps coupled with a feel of being disconnected to the steering wheel.

How important is this service?

Steering is one of those aspects of driving that you never want to shortchange. Often times, a small issue can be due to little more than a leaking power steering hose or a malfunctioning power steering pump. These both tend to be far less expensive repairs than a steering rack.

However, if your steering rack is in need of replacement the consequences of ignoring it can be dire. The worst accidents tend to happen due to the loss of control on a vehicle and your steering rack is the one component that enables your steering to remain precise. If your steering is giving you trouble, it’s important to address it promptly.

Fast and easy service at your home or office

Backed by 12-month, 12.000-mile guarantee


Meet some of our expert Volkswagen mechanics

Real customer reviews from Volkswagen owners like you.

Excellent Rating

(4)

Rating Summary
4
0
0
0
0
4
0
0
0
0

Robert

21 years of experience
1307 reviews
Robert
21 years of experience
Volkswagen R32 V6-3.2L - Windshield Wiper Linkage Replacement (Front) - Denver, Colorado
On time and knowledgable! Great experience using this platform!

Nazareth

28 years of experience
345 reviews
Nazareth
28 years of experience
Volkswagen R32 V6-3.2L - Battery - Los Angeles, California
Nazareth was friendly and efficient. Arrived right on time and immediately got to assessing the work to be done. He had the work done in no time and got me running.

Collins

13 years of experience
678 reviews
Collins
13 years of experience
Volkswagen R32 V6-3.2L - Car does not shift from park to drive - Atlanta, Georgia
Very helpfull, and informitave! Would highly recomend!

Jeremiah

23 years of experience
61 reviews
Jeremiah
23 years of experience
Volkswagen R32 V6-3.2L - Oil Change - Irving, Texas
The promotion for the bargain priced oil change got me to try the service, but my mechanic, Jeremiah Laroe, will be the the part that makes me use the service again. Jeremiah is a great asset to your company. Some mechanics might know cars as well as Jeremiah does, but very few mechanics can explain things in easy to understand terms like he does, and virtually no mechanics have his people skills.

Excellent Rating

(4)

Rating Summary
4
0
0
0
0
4
0
0
0
0
Number of Volkswagen R32 services completed
44+
services done by our mechanics
TOTAL NUMBER OF EXPERT Volkswagen MECHANICS
1000+
experts on our platform

Recent articles & questions

What Causes Hoses to Become Swollen?
Your radiator serves an essential purpose: it helps to eliminate the heat collected by the engine coolant from the engine. Of...
Symptoms of a Bad or Failing Brake Line
Common signs include leaking brake fluid, corrosion, and the Brake Warning Light turning on.
P0167 OBD-II trouble CodeO2 Sensor Heater Circuit Malfunction (Bank 2, Sensor 3)
P0167 P0167 code definition O2 Sensor Heater Circuit Malfunction (Bank 2, Sensor 3) What P0167 code means Many oxygen sensors are heated now in order to bring them to operating temperature more quickly. If any of the wiring in the...

Need to start my car after sitting for a year.

The recommendations for putting the car back into service is to remove and replace the old fuel in the fuel tank. Replace the fuel filter. Charge and test the battery and replace if needed. Change the oil and filter after...

The anti-theft is always on in my 1999 Mercury Sable, can I turn it off?

The easiest way to disable the security to your vehicle is to remove both battery cables (https://www.yourmechanic.com/services/service-battery-cables) on the battery. Leave the cables off for about 12 minutes. Hook up both cables and make sure that they are tight. Take...

Hi my Van seems like it’s having a hard time breathing. It turns on and drives. Just got a new transmission in it and it’s not accelaratibg sometimes.. it reevs, but doesn’t go, then a few minutes later it goes again. Do you think it’s a clogged air intake or a dirty catalytic converter or an air filter/hose?

How can we help?

Our service team is available 7 days a week, Monday - Friday from 6 AM to 5 PM PST, Saturday - Sunday 7 AM - 4 PM PST.

1 (855) 347-2779 · hi@yourmechanic.com