Albea Multifunction Steering Wheel Failure

Sounds like a classic electrical gremlin. The error code is definitely a good starting point. Do you know the specific code? Have you checked the fuses related to the steering wheel controls? It might be something simple before digging into the steering column itself.

Yeah, the code is B1000 or something like that, I don't remember exactly. I checked all the fuses, they seem fine. Is there a specific part of the steering column wiring I should be looking at, like a common point of failure?

Okay, B1000 could point to a variety of issues, including a faulty clock spring or a communication error within the steering control module. Given that you've checked the fuses and are still getting the error, it's probably best to take it to a workshop. It is most likely a defective cable connection in the steering wheel. Replacing it is probably the only solution.

Took it to a local garage, and you nailed it – faulty cable connection in the steering wheel. They swapped it out, cleared the error, and everything's working perfectly now. Total cost 95€.