Grinding and steering problems. *ph the consumer received a recall notice regarding a defective rack and pinion. The vehicle had other problems such as coolant, oil and timing cover gasket leaks.
1998 Buick Regal steering complaints
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While driving and turning to the left steering column failed. The vehicle would turn only to the right. Dealer replaced the rack and pinion shaft gear at consumer's expense.
While driving 35 MPH the steering wheel became very loose. The dealer has been contacted.
I have a 1998 buick regal. In december the power steering went out, I was able to turn to the right and with great difficulty, able to turn to the left. The automobile has only 14343 miles on it and the VIN no. Is [xxx]. *ak I would like to report this because if my wife was driving I feel there would have been a serious problem she being not as strong am me. I reported this to buick and they told me there was a recall but my VIN no. Was not included. I feel that all 1998 buicks should be recalled and checked. Thank you. Updated 07/30/2012 *js information redacted pursuant to the freedom of information act (foia), 5 u.s.c. 552(b)(6)
While driving and making left turns it was difficult to steer, and the steering became stiff. Dealer determined a steering problem, but there was no recall.
I called my dealership (mccaddon buick-boulder, co) on 2-6-04 regarding the recall on 1998 buick regals with a steering problem. My car has the same problems that forced buicks recall. In fact, I took it to the dealership on may 21, 2003 for this same problem. They told me it would cost $1200.00 to fix my car. They said the problem should not get any worse so I have put up with the hard steering (to the left) since. The dealership said my auto was not under the recall. I would like to know why.
While driving at 35 MPH and making left turns the steering wheel became stiff and was difficult to turn. The vehicle al;so pulled to the right. The dealer was notified. Please provide any additional information.
Inquiry whether or not investigation and engineering analysis LED to a recall.*mr consumer letter was sent by dominick graziano in reference to the previous complaint # 10042719 concerning a 1998 buick regal steering defect. Consumer wants to know if investigations and engineering analysis have LED to a recall.
Defect which caused the wheels to turn to the right when making a left turn. *ph the vehicle was intermittent when turning left at low speeds. The consumer's wife crashed into a parked vehicle. The problem recurred. The rack and pinion steering gear assembly was replaced. Recall#03v527000 *sc
Failure in steering system. *ph the consumer stated he was unable to turn the steering wheel to the left, because the power steering system was inoperable, however he was able to turn the steering wheel to the right. The consumer was told that a bearing in the rack and pinion had failed. *jb
C/s steering column sticking when turning. Found rack and pinion gear binding causing vehicle not to turn left. Replaced rack and pinion with shor gear and reset toe in to correct concern. Test drove to verify.
Have 1998 buick regal with symptoms identical to recent safety recall 03v527000 for steering defect. However, since car was built in feb 1998 it appears to be out of the range of the gm recall (ends for cars built prior 10/97). Suggest recall be extended to recall cars with same symptoms that were built in months surrounding time frame since gm parts tracking not that exact.
Clunk noise occurs when turning right or left and while going in reversed. Especially noticed after car parked for a period of time. Took to dealership and was advised it is a common noise and noting to repair. But dealer noticed the stabilizer links were cracked. And was replaced.
Problems with power steering mechanism. *mr there was a clunking sound in the steering mechanism. Mechanics believed that this was associated with the rack and pinion. The steering started to have difficulty in movement as well as almost locking when slowing or turning. *scc
Consumer noticed while traveling and making a left hand turn that power steering locked up. *ak vehicle rolled after a stop and power steering locked up from then on. Hard steering and clunking noise on left turns.
While pulling into a parking space, the steering wheel did not turn left. *ak the vehicle gave no indication that anything was wrong it had gone out at once. The rack and pinion was repaired. The consumer requested assistance for the repairs. *scc
Steering wheel has gotten harder and harder to turn over a 8 hour period of time. Steering wheel finally locked up, and vehicle had to be towed to dealer. He replaced a steering mechanism. *ak consumer noted the repair was performed the dealer who sold the vehicle to the consumer.
Problems with rack and pinion caused the steering on vehicle to become hard while turning.*mr *ts
My wife was driving this car. When she was making a left turn the steering locked or appear to lose power. She thought the car shut off, so she stepped on the acceleator and the car went into a mis-directed direction. She was able to recover by trying to turn the steering wheel back and forth
While driving 30 MPH the consumer noticed that the steering wheel could not be turned to the left. Vehicle was able to make right turns. It was later determined that the rack and pinion failed. The dealer technician indicated that this was a common problem with these vehicle. *ak
When reversing and turning, front left tire feels like it's not turning and dragging.
My steering went out while trying to park my car, my car has 70000 mile and is well maintained.if this would have happened while I was driving on the highway I probably would be dead now. It was a expensive repair,and in my opinion this should have been a recall. I have a 1998 buick regal.
While driving rack and pinion steering locked without warning.
Power steering rack. Intermittent loss of power assist while turning to the left. Dealer diagnosed as bad power steering rack.
SYMTONS AND COMPLAINT IDENTICAL TO the federal safety agency CAMPANIGN #02V286000
Consumer is unable to make a left turn. Dealer notified.
No summary. Dt
Steering binds in low speed turns and always makes whining noise. Fluid level ok.
The rack and pinion steering gear assembly broke while in a parking lot. Vehicle could not be turned to the left. Normally at the time this occurred, I would have been on the freeway and most likely would have suffered a fatal crash. The dealer said there were no recalls. The factory denied any steering problems, recalls or repair assistance. Dealership mechanics said there has been problems with the rack and pinion steering. Drive trains and engines are warranted to 100,000 miles along with emissions systems. A part as essential to safety as the steering should not be failing especially at the age and mileage of this car. The owners manual makes a big deal out of the fact that tuneups, antifreeze, etc should last 100,000 miles. Isn't steering more important!! I feel that buick should pay for this repair.
Steering wheel would not turn in left direction, and it was power steering. Extremely difficult to operate vehicle safely.
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