1999 Chevrolet Silverado steering problems

Filed Jul 5, 2005 · Steering · NE

Dt: on july 3 2005 while driving the vehicle lost power steering and driver had a hard time steering. Had to use two hands to steer. There was no warning from the vehicle that a problem would occur. Vehicle was taken to the dealership, and owner was informed that it would cost $700 to replace steering pump.

Filed Jun 24, 2005 · Body, Brakes · 300 miles · FL

I bought this truck in ohio for my wife [xxx], she reported that the ABS brake would simply not work on accasion and the pedal would go straight to the floor .we took the vehicle in to the dealer but he could not find the problem . At lows speeds I was able to reproduce the problem. Dealers down here say the sensor is bad. We pulled the fuse to disable the brakes when the vehicle was new because a delphi engineer told me that would at least keep the brakes working . I have 58000 miles on my truck and we have replaced the calipers the rotors and even some of the brake lines have rusted rupturing and causing a loss of brakes. The power steering hose line rusted at the cooler radiator. . Yesterday the chevy dealer in gainseville called me to the shop to see how the frame is being eaten away , I believe the vehicle either wasn't proberly prepared when built or the protective paints and coating were deffective. The records at jim douglas chevolet evidence the expenses we have incuured to keep the truck operational. The ABS module and the loss of break lines seem to relflect extemely poor metal coorosion resistance , even both my tailgate cable rusted and broke .each time I have taken in to the chevy dealer for repair they are amazed at the corrosion problems. Even the tire jack in the passenger compartment was rusted and it was never used. The screws inside the center console were rusted. I spent between 2500.00 and 3000.00 in just the brake problem and that is without trying to fix the defective sensor module. I assure absent a forced recall I suspect gm will not fix this problem. Gm conumer relatios suggested I get a recall number and maybe they could be of further assistance. Thus I am send you my complaint. Sincerely [xxx] . Our VIN is [xxx] our model is ck15753 the car was assembled at fort wayne. June 6,1999. Note I selected 25 failures as an estimated of failed componets in the unrecarrage including the brakes and the ABS module. *js information redacted pursuant to the freedom of information act (foia),

Filed May 4, 2005 · Steering · 113,000 miles · GA · crash

My 1999 chevy z71 loses the power steering when turning left there was a recall on some cars in jan 04 but my truck was not included my daughter had a minor accident that could have been very bad chevy first said my truck would be included but now they say it will not be fixed and I can not get them send me any info on how to fix the prblem my dealer says they dont even know how to correct the problem

Filed Mar 2, 2005 · Brakes, Steering · PA

Steering wheel and brakes failed while driving. Driver drove vehicle home. Then, driver contacted a mechanic for an appointment.

Filed Nov 27, 2004 · Steering · 70,000 miles · ME

The steering is hard at times when at an idle and slower speeds. Feels like the power assist stops working and is a hazard by not being able to steer.

Filed Oct 12, 2004 · Steering · 115,000 miles · WA

There was a rattling noise in the steering column. The noise occurred while driving or turning. The consumer was informed by another chevrolet owner that they were experiencing the same problem and it was due to a defect in the intermediate steering shaft and brushing. The dealership will be contacted.

Filed Apr 14, 2004 · Brakes, Steering · OH

The federal safety agency campaign id number:98v2420000 involves problems with the steering box and according to the dealer my VIN number of [xxx] not one of the ones involved in it.even though I keep getting a knocking noise occurring right in front of me and the steering shaft has been replaced for some reason.can you check into this?also I have had the brake work done but it seems sometimes I'll be pressing on the brakes to stop and its like they give away and I have to press the petal down further to get them to stop.can you also check this out? Updated 07/30/2012 *js information redacted pursuant to the freedom of information act (foia), 5 u.s.c. 552(b)(6)

Filed Jan 12, 2004 · Steering · 70,000 miles · IA

Vehicle lost power steering upon making a left turn. Recall 03v527000 was issued on the steering gear bearing, but this vehicle was not included in the recall due to VIN and model year.

Filed Jan 12, 2004 · Steering · 49,000 miles · VA

When vehicle was first started there was severe vibration. When vehicle warmed up vibrations decreased. Steering gear box would then catch after making a turn. Took vehicle to dealer, and informed consumer that gear box needed to have its oil changed.

Filed Sep 23, 2003 · Steering · 3,000 miles · NM

The vehicle power steering sometimes locks up or becomes very difficult to turn the steering wheel especially when making a left hand turn when your foot is braking the vehicle. At times it seems as if the power steering looses power. The local dealer has looked at the vehicle numurous times and has always stated they could not find anything wrong with with the power steering even after the service manager (at the time) had the power steering lock up while he was testing the truck.