Steering wheel locked permanent.
2001 Chevrolet Corvette steering complaints
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Got off work and try to turn the car to go home but the steering wheel wouldn't unlock and a message popped saying "service steering column lock", the car has been sitting at work ever since. Contact the chevy dealership closes and they said that the VIN number was not associated with any recall, although my car appear to fall under recall # 04v06000
Tl*the contact owns a 2001 chevrolet corvette. While driving at any speed, the steering column locked, even while the key was in the ignition. The contact placed the vehicle into drive and began to accelerate, but the steering column remained locked. The vehicle was towed. She called the dealer and manufacturer and was informed that the recall involving her vehicle expired on february 29, 2008. The recall number was unknown. The current mileage was 60,000 and failure mileage was 59,990.
Until just now 11-24-2007 did I realize my car had a recall that I never received any notification about for my 2001 corvette. The federal safety agency campaign id number 04v060000 for steering: column locking:anti-theft device. Is this something I should be concerned about?
As with many other c-5 corvette owners I have had an experience concerning my steering column to lock up and thus make it impossible to drive the car. I had received a bulletin about this issue a couple of years ago and even though I had not yet had the issue I took the car in and had the supposed required fix. However a few days ago while backing out of my drive way the column locked up and no matter what I did I could not get it to unlock. I called the dealer about the issue and had to have the car towed in upon their recommendation, due to the fact that even if I got it unlocked it could potentially lock up again even while I was driving down the road. It has become evident to me at this point after researching this issue online as well as referring back to my original bulletin that this is without a doubt a chevrolet's manufacturing defect. However when I called chevrolet they basically said tough cookies and really did not give a you know what. The dealers fix as they informed me comes straight from general motors is to just delete the locking mechanisms thus rendering part of the anti-theft system mute. I have talked with many corvette specialists about this situation and it definitely is a problem, no matter what chevrolet tries to say. And the fact that their fix is to bypass the system instead of fixing the parts involved pretty much tells you that they have a problem. Even with all this they are going to make me pay for this issue. I have contacted an attorney and am looking at all my options, however at this point I have no choice but to shell out the 450 to 650 bucks it is going to cost me to fix gm's screw up.
Automobile was recalled for lock steering column in approx 2004 while under 36000 mile warranty steering locked and recall was done. In nov 2006 steering column locked again. This time local chevrolet dealer would not warranty the same locked steering column problem. Was told would not fix same problem twice under recall by manufacture.
Dt*: the contact stated a recall notice #04v060000 was received on the 2002 model for one of the two vehicles of the same make and model regarding the steering. The 2002 was taken to the service dealer in 2004 for the remedy repair where a programming change was made to the vehicle. In september of 2006, when the 2002 vehicle was started, the driving information center displayed that the steering had locked. The vehicle was towed to the dealer. The contact also owned a 2001 of the same make and model but a recall notice was not received for this vehicle. The contact was concerned that the steering may also lock on this vehicle. The manufacturer was contacted and determined the 2001 vehicle was not included in the recall due to the VIN.
Dt*: the contact stated previously there was not a problem with the steering column. There is a the federal safety agency recall # 04v060000 concerning the steering column locking anti-theft device. After the recall work was performed, the steering column began to lock. The vehicle is currently at the dealership awaiting repairs. The manufacturer was alerted.
Dt*: the contact stated while traveling 65 MPH the steering wheel locked and caused the engine to stall. The vehicle was maneuvered to the side of the road and was towed home. The dealer has not been alerted and no repairs have been made.
Steering column locked up two times within a 2 week period after having recall performed in year prior to this incident. First lockup occurred for 2 1/2 hours and second occurred for 20 minutes both of which caused the vehicle to be completely unusable since it could not be driven. Being concerned with the locking after the so called recall for the steering column lock problem being performed, I took the vehicle to the dealership where I was informed that the locking mechanism would have to be replaced not under any warranty or recall because it was "broken". Later I found out that a bad wire is the reason for this part (#88965331) having to be replaced. I contacted gm customer assistance and was informed that this broken part had nothing to do with the recall and therefore has cost me $486.97 of which $282 was for the "gm goodwrench" to perform labor during 3 hours they said it took. I cannot believe it took a gm goodwrench mechanic 3 hours to replace a column lock part because of a wire. Gm gave me the typical brush off for corvette owners with regards to these column lock problems by telling me that they will keep information about this problem in there records. How can a car with only 13k miles start having failures of parts that nobody ever has access to within the steering column and then gm has the nerve to tell me it is not a defective part.
Dt: caller had recall work done on may 11, 2005. Caller did not have the problem until the recall work was done. Steering: anti-theft devicefailed. Caller said that while he was pulling out of driveway the vehicle locked. Turned it off, and when he started it again it came unlocked. He had to have vehicle hauled to dealer. Dealer has vehicle now and can not find problem. Manufacturer has not been contacted yet.
Dt: 1999 chevrolet corvette. Contact took car to a dealership to have the steering fixed on july 15, 2005 and they did not fix it. The second time dealership worked on it, and then told contact the car locked again on they would come out and get the car. Contact took it to dealer the first time on july 1, 2005. He cited recall 04v060000 regarding the steering. Contactnever received a recall letter, bought the car used from a chevrolet dealership.
Active handling system malfunctions at highway speeds. When traveling on dry smooth highways, in a straight line, the active handling system will activate and randomly actuate individual brake calipers. When this occurs, the "driver information system" will flash "active handling". In every case, this causes momentary, unintended changes in direction and speed of the automobile. The event does not register any codes in the obd ii. The problem can only be defeated by turning off the active handling system. The problem can be induced by making minute adjustments to the steering wheel while traveling in a straight line. This problem has been look at by the dealer several times, and they have been unable to diagnose or repair the problem. This is similar to complaint 757075.
Car originally taken in for recall on 12/13/04. Mac magruder chevrolet in palm springs, california did not have the part to replace and sent vehicle home with me failing to tell me that this could be a serious problem. Car steering column locked up on 5/30/05. Car had to be towed to dealership. Dealership indicated the service had been done and that they would have to charge for to part. I researched this recall item and found that the part should be covered by the recall and they deny it. Complaining regarding mac magruder trying to charge for a recall situation and that they did not inform me of the seriousness of this recall. Fortunately there was no accident involved in the failure.
Events leading up to failure- just picked it up from the shop ( palm bay chevrolet) on 11-26-2004 for the same thing was assured that it was fixed. Service advisor said my wife seamed a little apprehensive at the time of pick up ,and she told him she was not a little apprehensive she was alot apprehensive. She was scared of the car now.because of research she had done on the recall issue of the column lock she learned that it could happen while you were driving down the road and result in an accident. She was assured by the service advisor that this could not happen. My wife is the main driver of this car, back and forth to work. When we picked the car up we drove it straight home, and my wife drove it to work the next morning 11-27-2004 at 6:00am upon getting off work at 3:00pm and starting the car it system column locked again less then 24 hours upon picking it up from the dealership. We will call the dealership again tommorrow 11-29-2004 and see what they have to say. My wife is scared of the car completely now, and affriad to drive. It even if it is fixed.
There were no events leading up to this condition other than I had the car in for service and oil change on the thursday prior to it happening. System column lock-steering wheel locks and will not turn. If car is put into gear the engine will shut down. Took it to palm bay chevrolet again. They had it from 11-09-2004 through 11-23-2004. During which it cost me $315.00 in retal car fees which I had to turn in early because I couldn' afford it any more, and the service advisor kept telling me they couldn't find anything wrong with it. They had called gm and done what they said and it was running fine.( which it always does until it column locks.) upon picking it up we were told that it was fine. I asked if they fixed it and was told again we did all we could do.they reset the computer and cleaned two correding grounds. Upon getting in the car and starting it up they had put 103 miles on the car while they had it.
1.) nothing lead up to event just put the key in ignition to start car and it column locked. System column lock-steering wheel will not turn, and if you put it in gear the engine will die. 8-10-2004 fixed under recall.*ak dealer gave no information. ( palm bay chevrolet) they had the car from 8-10-2004 through 8-23-2004.
2001 chevrolet corvette with multiple electrical problems which have which have LED to multiple trips to the dealer for repairs. Most recently, the steering wheel locks while the car is on. This occured three times. It was repaired twice by the dealer and currently the car is at the dealer again. The service manager said that there is nothing wrong with the car. I'm afraid to drive this car. If the steering wheel locks when I'm on the freeway someone could get injured. The steering wheel locking problem has been recalled on the vehicle. Gm customer care will not address the problem. What should I do? They cannot fix the car nor will they replace it.
Tilt steering wheel inoperative. Drove car home with the steering wheel in the up position to avoid being stranded. Have had multiple occasions where the service active handling comes on. This problem has occured since the vehicle was new. The car has been into two seperate dealers and has not been repaired.
Started engine. Selected manual reverse. Steering column locked.
Consumer was concerned that the service message that service column lock appeared while starting the vehicle. Took vehicle to dealer, and dealer diagnosed the problem as a faulty bmc (body control module.
Steering column locked - locking pin did not release during key turn but engine turned over. This occured the same way three times. First time was a year ago. Had dealer repair it but they claimed it was a weak battery, they charged it and simply said they reset it.. Due to how long they had it, I had to rent a car which ultimately cost me $350. Second time, a different dealer claimed it was the bcm needing reprogramming and that it was not the same thing as the current recall at the time (specifically related to the PCM) despite the seemingly similar explaination of the recall. It was just out of warranty and lead to a cost of $275. The third time, same exact thing happened again and this time the same dealer claimed it was the steering column lock actuator or otherwise known as the solenoid. They are now in the process of replacing the whole locking assembly for $315 ($175+labor). All three incidences occured with a weakened battery yet the engine had no problems turning over suggesting that damage could have occured. Each time, I was stranded without a vehicle for several days and the total cost is now roughly $1000 out of my pocket. I should also mention that since tow trucks are not designed with the corvette in mind, each and evey time my vehicle gets towed, I have to assist the tow truck so as to avoid further damage while they barely get the vehicle on the flat bed. This alone is enough stress let alone the cost of the tows.
The vehicle locked up when the consumer backed out of the driveway. The vehicle also failed to unlock twice while parked. *ph the consumer has since trade the vehicle for a 2004 chevrolet corvette with no problems.
While the vehicle was in motion steering wheel locked in place. This caused the consumer to lose directional control.
While vehicle was in motion steering wheel locked in place. This caused the consumer to lose directional control.
Steering-jumping feeling when wheels are turned as far as possible-while moving forward or in reverse after being parked and as you move to leave. Tires feel as they are not just rolling but small hopping feeling.
Steering column lock up.
While driving on hwy at 65-70 MPH started to turn into convience store, and turned wheel from 12 to 2 o'clock position, but decided not to go into store. Driver tried to turn wheel left to straighten out the car, but wheel would not turn, and stayed locked for 10-15 seconds before driver was able to get it unlocked. Driver ended up with 2 wheels in a ditch, and damage to front end. Dealer contact: matt johnson.
2001 chevrolet corvette convertible, parked at golf course, started car to leave and realized the steering wheel was locked. The dash display read "service steering column." the car sat at the golf course a couple days while I checked with mechanics, friends, internet and the federal safety agency (my son works for you). I discovered this is a frequent problem with corvettes from 1997 and up (c5 body style). I tried all the "tricks" I was told by several people including shaking the steering wheel hard left to right with the key out of the ignition and in the ignition, plus using the key instead of the remote control to unlock the door. Nothing worked. I had it towed to a chevrolet dealer. They had it several days and commented they could not unlock it with their special tool. They fixed it in the end by installing gm part number 26050960 which is the steering wheel lock assembly/theft deterrent actuator. The repair bill of $392 ($171 for the part) stated the steering wheel lock had an open circuit causing it not to release. They jump started vehicle & verified concern, removed and replaced the steering lock assembly/theft deterrent actuator. This car has 45000 miles on it, is a manual transmission.
I have a 2001 corvette. Since I've owned it, several problems have occurred. The first being the drivers door lock. The car dealer replaced the module twice and then it switch itself. Then the electronic system defaulted where I couldn't start the car (twice). Had to have it towed back to the dealership. Then driving one day the fuel gauge went from showing half a tank all the way to zero. All the fuel warning lights came on. Took it into service and they reprogrammed the computer. The very next day I started the car and the steering wheel lock engaged after the car first started, (I haven't had it in gear yet). This problem concerned me and I stated that to the service manager who immediately stated it couldn't happen if I was driving the car. (really?) they repaired that. Then the gas gauge did it again. Took it in again and they replaced several items in the fuel system. Now, one tank of gas later, the gauge doesn't read properly. The low level light came on and it only took 10 gallons. Took it back into the dealer and they don't know how to fix it so they're talking with gm engineers. Also there were several other 2001 corvette's in for the identical problem. Now (10/3/03) I have a rental car and don't have any idea when they will be able to fix mine.
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