Consumer states that while driving at 5mph on flat surface and without warning the steering wheel locked up causing a distraction to the consumer. Dealer notified. Ts ref. In ea02-031
1997 Chevrolet Corvette steering complaints
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In august 2002,upon starting the vehicle, the steering column locked up and would not move. A message was received indicating steering column lock. I was forced to call a tow truck to take me to the dealer. Because of the parked position of the vehicle and the inability to move the wheel in any direction, the only option available for us to load the vehicle was to back it into an active roadway. I had the part replaced by mail. Chevrolet dealer who indicated that they had seen this problem before, but it had not been the subject of a recall. A search of the web indicated that this has been a problem on other corvette's. I subsequently contacted general motors seeking compensation for the repair costs. They have been non-responsive to two letters. I am greatly concerned that this steering column lock up could occur at speed and would constitute a serious risk. ---dimsii ivoq entry posted after 12/12/02 cut-over to artemis---769752. *ak ref. In ea02-031
Consumer states that while driving at 5mph on a flat surface and with no warning the steering column locked up causing the consumer to have an accident. Dealer notified. Mr the consumer is concerned that the steering column could lock up again while driving at highway speeds. *scc ref. In ea02-031
On various occasions, the steering wheel locked up after starting the car. A computer read out says, service column lock, and prior to that, the read out says, pull key, wait ten seconds. This happened in a parking lot and at home in the garage. I took it to the chevrolet dealer in our area (corona) and they had no idea what I was talking about and they couldn't get it to lock up. I read and heard from a fellow corvette owner that there might be a recall in the future on this problem. I thought I would get my complaint in. Fortunately, it hasn't occurred while driving but it does concern me. Nlm ref. In ea02-031
While driving steering wheel will lock up and consumer wouldnot be able to control vehicle. Consumer has had parts replaced several times at 600.00 miles a part, but remedy did not work.*ak ref. In ea02-031
Steering column locks and won't unlock unless taken back to dealer for service,vehicle will only drive on a straight line. *ak ref. In ea02-031
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This was indeed a frightening incident. The steering wheel is locked with no way to release it!*ak ref. In ea02-031
While backing up vehicle steering column locked and vehicle continued to roll. Consumer feels this is very dangerous.*ak ref. In ea02-031
Steering column will lock up after vehicle has been parked for a while. Vehicle is still able to be driven. Contacted dealer. *ak ref. In ea02-031
After returning home and parked vehicle consumer tried turn ignition and steering column locked. Dealer notified. *ak ref. In ea02-031
The steering wheel locked while driving the car !! I beleive that this manufacturer defect may have caused a crash, injury to my wife or other motorists. Gm does not want to fix the problem, this car is very low mileage and I believe that this is a manufacturer probelm and a nation wide recall shoudl occur to assure that no one gets their steering wheel locked while driving their vehicle.*ak ref. In ea02-031
Steering column locks while driving, unable steer vehicle. Contacted dealer. Replaced part; however, problem reoccurred.
While backing up engine stalled and steering column locked. Vehicle at dealership at this time.*ak ref. In ea02-031
There was a gm recall for 98-2000. Though 97 an other later year model have the same problem. The part was replaced in june 2001 and chevrolet dealership won't even guarantee or are cautious about gm's defect in my car. I have not paid because I am seeking fairness and they don't want to do anything to the car. Gm's defect in their corvettes has happened to many. Quote the dealership it will be $384 or if you want to take it and deal with it somewhere else. Please respond promptly. I know an issue was sent out to 98-2000 but the same parts have been used on 97 and some 2001 manual models it is very unfair.
While driving and without any indication, the steering wheel locked up. Consumer towed vehicle to dealer. *ak
Steering column locked while driving at 25mph. *ak ref. In ea02-031
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Key in ignition switch will not turn ,and steering wheel would not unlock. Dealer and manufacturer have been notified. Feel free to provide any further information.*ak ref. In ea02-031
Steering column locked up twice while parking, vehicle has not been examined by dealer.*ak ref. In ea02-031
Car was parked with no incedent when vehicle was started later that day the steering column lock would not disengage and has been locked since. *ak ref. In ea02-031
Steering column would not unlock and car was totally undrivable. Had to be picked up and towed to a dealership. A recall is in place for this exact problem on certain 1998 and 1999 models. There should also either be a recall on 1997 models with the problem, or at the very least, it should be handled as a recalled vehicle would be at no cost when the problem arises.*ak ref. In ea02-031
Steering column locked, will lock and unlock intermittently. Dealership is aware of problem.
At first start steering column locked up. Vehicle had to be towed to dealer. This happened again in february 2002, and on june 25, 2002. Please add further information.*ak ref. In ea02-031
While pulling out of driveway steering wheel locked up, and consumer could not control vehicle.*ak ref. In ea02-031
Steering wheel locked without prior warning. Dealership was aware of problem.*ak ref. In ea02-031
Consumer stated the steering wheel locked while engine was running and the vehicle was in motion, the consumer was unable to steer vehicle.
Consumer states the steering column is locked, as the vehicle was in reverse and was unable to steer the vehicle.
The steering column has locked in place (preventing any steering of the wheel) on four separate occasions, and has resulted in my having to tow the vehicle to the dealership so they can "fix" it. I understand that the 1998-2000 model year corvette's have all been recalled for this exact same issue. The only thing that differentiates the 1997 from the 1998 is the VIN number. The 1997 should also have been part of the same recall, as evidenced by the four failures on my vehicle. I would hate to think what would happen if the steering column locked in place while I was driving at a high rate of speed. Thanks for your review of this. Harry bizios. *ak ref. In ea02-031
While driving and making a right turn steering wheel locks. Please give any further details. *ak ref. In ea02-031
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