Abstract: A composite steering wheel for an automotive vehicle having a steering column is provided. In an exemplary embodiment, the composite steering wheel includes a rim, a center hub, and a plurality of spokes connecting the rim to the center hub. The rim, the center hub, and the plurality of spokes are formed from a deformable thermoplastic material. The rim, the center hub, and the plurality of spokes may be formed from a single thermoplastic piece or may be formed from two thermoplastic pieces joined to one another. The composite steering wheel also includes an attachment member embedded in the center hub. The attachment member is sized to couple to the steering column.