1998 chevy 4x4 silverado-- steering problem--- best described as running over marbles, as steering disappears for a second. It happens frequently in all positions and speeds. When this sudden loss of steering happens, you loose control for that split second. Was told by a certified gm mechanic that it is a common problem for that truck and a very costly repair. It just a matter of time before someone is hurt or killed by this problem.
1998 Chevrolet Silverado 1500: loss of power steering
7 of the 360 complaints about the 1998 Chevrolet Silverado 1500 describe loss of power steering.
- owner complaints
- 7
- of this car's complaints
- 2%
- recalls
- 0
Is there a fix? No recall or service bulletin covers this area of the car yet.
Loss of power steering by model year
What owners say
Steering is difficult then normal causing over steering. While no accident has occurred over steering can result in a serious situation especially in poor driving conditions.
I continue to experience an intermittent loss of power steering when turning which feels like hitting a patch of ice while going around a turn. I have researched this problem and know that gm has issued a recall on other models but not mine. I have not yet replaced any of the steering components but will soon due to the severity of the situation. It's unfortunate that an obvious defect is not currently under recall.
When making a left hand turn at low speeds vehicle temporarily lost power steering. Dealerships mechanic was notified, but did not resolve the problem.
The belt tensioner came apart, causing loss of power steering and no air conditioning. *mjs (original report 557308)
The belt tensioner came apart, causing loss of power steering and no air conditioning. *mjs (original report 557308)
The belt tensioner came apart, causing loss of power steering and no air conditioning. *mjs (original report 557308)
Related recalls
No recalls on record for this model year.
Questions about the 1998 Chevrolet Silverado 1500 power steering loss
Is loss of power steering a common problem on the 1998 Chevrolet Silverado 1500?
7 of 360 owner complaints about the 1998 Chevrolet Silverado 1500 (2%) mention loss of power steering. The model year with the most reports is 2014.
Is there a recall or service bulletin for this on the 1998 Chevrolet Silverado 1500?
There is no recall or service bulletin for this area of the car on record.
Other symptoms on the 1998 Chevrolet Silverado 1500
Wipers 54ABS 40Brake failure 19Jerking 11Pulling 11Fire or smoke 7Tire blowout 6No deployment 5Fuel pump 5Loss of power 5Premature wear 5
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