Tried to start the Chevy Silverado 1500 remotely and it was unresponsive using the remote start key fob. The truck was then started with the push start button inside the truck. There was no instrument panel errors or warnings when the truck was first started and began driving it. Upon taking the truck out of park and starting to drive, the brake pedal was extremely hard to push, and the steering was extremely hard to turn. It took a long distance to stop the truck while moving very slowly in a parking lot. The truck was also very hard to steer as if all power steering assistance had failed. The truck was put in park. Immediately after the truck was shifted into park, the instrument panel reported ABS, powertrain and steering column lock errors. After being turned off for 20 minutes, it was restarted and the only error on the instrument panel was a check engine light. The brake pedal pressure returned to normal and the breaking started working. The steering was now easy to turn and working as well. It was drove slowly, a very short distance to the dealership where it has been for the last week and a half. They have diagnosed and replaced the ECM, ABS and master cylinder. They continue to receive braking system error codes.
2024 Chevrolet Silverado 1500 steering problems
11 complaints (3% of all complaints for this car). 1 crash reported.
- owner complaints
- 11
- of this car's complaints
- 3%
- crashes
- 1
- recalls
- 0
Which part fails
Owners did not name a specific part.
At what mileage
Complaints by mileage at the time of the problem.
Chevrolet Silverado 1500 steering problems in other years
Related recalls
No recalls on record for this model year.
What 2024 Chevrolet Silverado 1500 owners say
Most recent owner complaints, unedited.
While operating the vehicle, the front electric drive motor suffered a failure, triggering reduced propulsion warnings and rendering the primary electric powertrain inoperable. The vehicle was towed to an authorized GM dealership service center, where the defect was confirmed. To replace the failed front drive unit, technicians had to drop the front subframe cradle and completely dismantle the front suspension and steering assembly. During inspection of the disassembled components, severe mechanical galling and metal scoring were documented on the cast aluminum front steering knuckle mounting boss. Reinstalling suspension and steering hardware against structurally compromised, gouged aluminum presents a severe safety hazard of metal fatigue, stress fracture, or joint failure under dynamic loads. This vehicle is factory-rated to tow heavy loads. Dynamic cyclic forces transferred through a compromised front knuckle assembly—particularly when towing on a weight-distribution hitch—create an acute risk of structural failure and loss of directional control at highway speeds. The vehicle has remained grounded and out of service at the dealership for over 50 continuous days undergoing this high-voltage and chassis teardown.
I applied brake and pedal went straight to floor without any stopping. I had to steer into a ditch to avoid a collision resulting in more damage to steering system, frame, windshield and body. This was complete brake system failure and yes is available for inspection. I was in a very rural area at time and was able to avoid a collision however, if I had been in city or on highway it could have easily resulted in injury or fatalities. The problem is currently under federal investigation and has been widely reported as a serious problem which may soon result in widespread recall. The vehicle has not been inspected yet by dealership or anywhere else as it just happened 18 hours ago. There were no warning lights or chimes before the incident when pedal went to the floor. After incident dashboard lit up with warning lights including, Brake, ABS, Traction control, power steering, Collision system, Engine light, Steering Column and others. Truck speed limited to 43 mph. And pedal still goes to the floor without applying brakes.
Purchased June 3,2024 Feb 3/2025: serial data gateway module recall. All indicator lights on, ac control and radio inoperable, instrument panel displays various issues. That recall was serviced. February 28/2025: couldn’t see how fast I was going, don’t know how much gas I had. AC controls and radio no operable, all information indicator lights on again March 1/2025: duplicate issues from 2/28 January 17/2026: at a red light, car shut off and wouldn't turn back on in the middle of snowing road, indicator lights all on and present could not restart car, police present-had to unhook battery due to safety concerns March 18/2026: , all indicator lights on, speed limitation to 62 on the highway, loss of power steering, didn’t turn back, called for tow and the morning after turned on and check engine light off Vehicle in at dealership: March 26-27, 30-31: Could not replicate issue, no r/o codes 4/1 Contacted by Brian with GM Corporate- “can’t do anything until the check engine code goes off again”.
At just over 36,000 miles, the vehicle randomly started jerking to either side of the road. It's not continuous and happens at random intervals while driving. Sometimes the steering wheel would jerk with the movement of the tires, other times, it felt as if the steering wheel had disengaged for a moment. The first time it happened, we were traveling on a highway at 55mph and were jerked towards oncoming traffic. I immediately stopped the vehicle and turned around to head back home at a safer rate of speed. The steering issue continued numerous times until my arrival at home. This issue just happened today, so it has not been inspected by anyone yet. There were no warning lamps, messages, or other indications.
Was driving 45 mph when a “ Conditions Not Correct for Shift” warning pops up on the screen and puts me into neutral, but came to a stop in a neighborhood entrance and have not been able to start or put the vehicle into gear
Vehicle defect appears related to recall but dealership is unable to identify without tear down of engine. Previous dealership when first reported non responsive. Manufacturer refusing to further fix and or resolve outstanding safety issue of major safety concern.
Outer tie rod pulled off the threads of inner tie rod on drivers side. loss of the control of steering while truck was backing in a parking spot no warning lights
The contact owns 2024 Chevrolet Silverado 1500. The contact stated that while driving at various speeds, the vehicle vibrated abnormally. There was no warning light illuminated. The vehicle was taken to a local dealer where it was diagnosed, and the contact was informed that no failure was found with the vehicle. The vehicle was not repaired. The manufacturer was notified of the failure. The approximate failure mileage was 59,000.
No warning vehicle has dead battery and first message that appears is ‘Service Steering Column Lock’. Cannot reset.
Questions about the 2024 Chevrolet Silverado 1500 steering
Does the 2024 Chevrolet Silverado 1500 have steering problems?
Owners have filed 11 complaints about the steering of the 2024 Chevrolet Silverado 1500, 3% of all its complaints.
At what mileage do 2024 Chevrolet Silverado 1500 steering problems start?
Not enough complaints include the mileage to tell.
Was there a recall on the 2024 Chevrolet Silverado 1500 steering?
There is no recall for this problem on this model year.
What year does the Chevrolet Silverado 1500 have bad steering?
The Chevrolet Silverado 1500 model years with the most steering complaints are 2014 (408 complaints), 2015 (161 complaints) and 1997 (141 complaints).
Other 2024 Chevrolet Silverado 1500 problems
Engine 172Transmission 98Electrical 43Fuel system 28Driver assistance 22Acceleration 13Brakes 11Body 8Visibility 5Locks 4Suspension 3Airbags 2Seats 2Lights 1Seat belts 1Tires 1
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