Vibration in Steering at Low Speed

[owr084]

My Passat has acquired a vibration in the steering wheel at low speeds (less than 10 mph). It feels like a metal on metal rubbing. It is present turning left or right, but not going straight. I do not have any "clunking" or loud sounds outside the car. The vibration goes away at higher speeds.

Bearings?

 

[gdaniel]

Jack the front of your car up and put on jack stands . Reach under there and grab each drive shaft and check for any movement . Get rough with it and shake it hard . If you have a lot of play in it replace them . Do that before you listen to anyone who might say there are worn motor mounts or balance shaft issues.