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2017 Chevrolet Corvette: loss of power steering

7 of the 257 complaints about the 2017 Chevrolet Corvette describe loss of power steering.

owner complaints
7
of this car's complaints
3%
recalls
2
Is there a fix? There are 2 recalls and 13 service bulletins for this area of the car. See below

Loss of power steering by model year

  • 2019
    1
  • 2017
    7
  • 2016
    3
  • 2014
    2
  • 2012
    1
  • 2009
    1
  • 2008
    2
  • 2007
    2
  • 2006
    5
  • 2005
    4
  • 2004
    1
  • 2003
    2
  • 2002
    1
  • 2001
    1
  • 2000
    1
  • 1999
    4
  • 1998
    6
  • 1997
    1
  • 1996
    2
  • 1993
    1

What owners say

Filed Oct 19, 2026 · Steering · TX

Power steering went out at 12k miles not readying steering torq sensor

Filed Sep 20, 2025 · Steering · OH

Driving this vehicle yesterday, the power steering assist failed. Fortunately, I was traveling at a low speed at the time. A message appeared on the dash telling me there was a power steering issue and to drive cautiously. I can make this vehicle available for inspection upon request. I have not yet taken the vehicle to the dealer; nor had it inspected by any other party. The message in the dash did not appear until the component had failed.

Filed Aug 5, 2024 · Steering · PA

2017 Corvette power steering assist failed while driving as described exactly in the federal safety agency recall the federal safety agency Campaign Number: 19V086000. Dealer claims recall is not included for my vehicle identification number. Car only has 5100 miles on it and failed exactly as recall described and nearly caused a collision as the vehicle is extremely hard to steer when power assist fails. I believe my VIN should be included in the recall. The vehicle repairs have not been completed yet.

Filed Jun 5, 2024 · Wheels · KY

Wheel rims on the C7 Corvette are subject to either cracking or bending resulting in a sudden loss of air pressure and could cause a loss of steering control or blowout

Filed Mar 13, 2023 · Steering · 9,488 miles · MI

The contact owns a 2017 Chevrolet Corvette. The contact stated while driving approximately 45 MPH on a straight roadway, the power steering warning light illuminated, and the vehicle lost power steering functionality. The contact drove the vehicle back to his residence and turned the vehicle off. When the contact restarted the vehicle, the vehicle regained power steering functionality. The contact stated that the failure was intermittent but had reoccurred several times. The contact had taken the vehicle to a local dealer however, the cause of the failure could not be determined. The vehicle had not been repaired. The manufacturer had not been informed of the failure. The contact researched online and related the failure to the federal safety agency Campaign Number: 19V086000 (Steering). The failure mileage was 9,488.

Filed Jul 8, 2022 · Steering · 8,000 miles · OH

The contact owns a 2017 Chevrolet Corvette. The contact stated that while making a right turn at a slow speed, the power steering assist failed. The contact stated that he was uncertain if any warning lights were illuminated during the failure. The contact restarted the vehicle however, the failure persisted. The contact was able to slowly drive the vehicle home. The dealer and manufacturer were notified of the failure. Upon investigation, the contact discovered the federal safety agency Campaign Number: 19V086000 (Steering) which he linked to the failure. The vehicle was not repaired. The failure mileage was approximately 8,000.

Filed May 14, 2019 · Steering · 9,500 miles · MO

Tl* the contact owns a 2017 chevrolet corvette. The contact received a recall letter under the federal safety agency campaign number: 19v086000 (steering) however, the parts to do the repair were unavailable. The contact stated that the manufacturer exceeded a reasonable amount of time for the recall repair. The contact stated that while driving at 60 MPH, the steering wheel seized with the power steering assist no longer available warning light illuminated. The contact also mentioned that while driving at low speeds, there was extra strength needed when steering the vehicle. The vehicle was taken to w-k chevrolet buick gmc cadillac (3310 w broadway blvd, sedalia, mo 65301 (660) 826-8320) where the contact was informed that there was not a fix for the recall and to restart the vehicle and it would function normally. The vehicle was not repaired. The manufacturer was made aware of the failure and informed the contact that there was not a fix. The failure mileage was approximately 9,500. Vin tool confirms parts not available. *bf

Service bulletins that may apply

Related recalls

Steering: electric power assist systemReported March 20, 2025 · 934 vehicles affected
What is wrong
General Motors LLC (GM) is recalling certain 2016-2018 Cadillac CTS, 2017-2018 Cadillac ATS, Chevrolet Camaro, and Chevrolet Corvette vehicles. The electric power steering (EPS) assist may fail.
Risk
A loss of power steering assist can require greater steering effort, especially at low speeds, increasing the risk of a crash.
Remedy
Dealers will replace the power steering gear assembly, free of charge. Owner notification letters were mailed April 15, 2025. Owners may contact Cadilac customer service at 1‑800‑333‑4223 or Chevrolet customer service at 1‑800‑222‑1020. GM's number for this recall is N252497020.

Recall number 25V175000 · Recall details

Steering: electric power assist systemReported February 7, 2019 · 26,772 vehicles affected
What is wrong
General Motors LLC (GM) is recalling certain 2016-2018 Cadillac CTS, and 2017 Cadillac ATS, Chevrolet Camaro, and Chevrolet Corvette vehicles. The electric power steering (EPS) assist system may fail.
Risk
Loss of power steering assist would require a higher steering effort, especially at lower speeds, which may increase the risk of a crash.
Remedy
GM will notify owners, and dealers will replace the power steering gear assembly, free of charge. The recall began June 13, 2019. GM' number for this recall is N182182760.

Recall number 19V086000 · Recall details

Questions about the 2017 Chevrolet Corvette power steering loss

Is loss of power steering a common problem on the 2017 Chevrolet Corvette?

7 of 257 owner complaints about the 2017 Chevrolet Corvette (3%) mention loss of power steering. The model year with the most reports is 2017.

Is there a recall or service bulletin for this on the 2017 Chevrolet Corvette?

There are 2 recalls and 13 service bulletins for the same area of the car. Check them below with your VIN.

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