1996 Chevrolet Suburban steering problems

15 complaints (4% of all complaints for this car).

owner complaints: 15
of this car's complaints: 4%
crashes: 0
recalls: 0

Which part fails

Steering wheel/handle bar
4
Hydraulic power assist: pump
4
Rack and pinion
2
Linkages: knuckle: spindle: arm
1
Linkages: arm: idler and attachment
1
Hydraulic power assist: hose, piping, and connections
1
Hydraulic power assist system
1

At what mileage

Complaints by mileage at the time of the problem.

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200k+

Chevrolet Suburban steering problems in other years

Specific symptoms reported on the 1996 Chevrolet Suburban steering

Phrases found in the owners' own descriptions, so one complaint can mention several symptoms.

Pulling 9

Related recalls

No recalls on record for this model year.

Related investigations

Steering shaft separationsOpened April 17, 1997, closed March 12, 1998

Coupling bolts, joining the steering shaft, may separate.in some cases, total unforeseen, loss of steering control may result.

EA97007

Steering shaft separationsOpened December 18, 1996, closed April 17, 1997

Bolt in the coupling, joining the upper intermediate and steering column shafts, falls out.total loss of steering occurs when the shafts then separate.

PE96076

What 1996 Chevrolet Suburban owners say

Most recent owner complaints, unedited.

Filed Jun 27, 2014 · Steering · 140,000 miles · FL

Tl* the contact owns a 1996 chevrolet suburban. The contact stated that while driving 20 MPH while towing a trailer, the trailer brakes malfunctioned causing the wheels to lock and blowing the trailer front passenger side tire. The vehicle was taken to an independent mechanic. The technician diagnosed that the steering column harness was underside causing one of the wires to burn out. As a result, the wiring had to be replaced. The manufacturer was made aware of the failure. The vehicle was repaired. The failure mileage was 140,000 and the current mileage was 250,000. Updated 08/11/2014

Filed Aug 31, 2004 · Steering · 49,049 miles · MA

While driving, the steering failed. This caused the consumer to lose control of the vehicle. The consumer regained control of the vehicle and pulled over and turned the vehicle off. The consumer was able to restart vehicle, but the steering would not turn. The consumer had the vehicle towed to the dealer for inspection. The mechanic determined that the steering pump needed to be replaced. *ak the steering was extremely stiff. The power steering pump was found inoperative. *sc

Filed Jan 14, 2004 · Steering · 89,200 miles · FL

When making right turns it was difficult to steer and the steering wheel became stiff. The dealer replaced the steering pump, but problem still occurred.

Filed Jan 14, 2004 · Steering · 89,200 miles · FL

While braking vehicle lost power steering. Dealership was notified, but did not resolve the problem.

Filed May 22, 2003 · Steering · MI

The power steering pump failed, when the consumer attempted to make a turn.

Filed Jan 29, 2002 · Steering · MA

Intermittently steering wheel vibrates when turning. Vehicle has been inspected and determined that rack and pinion needs to be replaced. Please provide additional information.

Filed Oct 5, 2000 · Brakes, Electrical · CA

Consumer has replaced brakes 5 times; 2 sets of rotors & replaced drums 1 time. Dealer said that vehicle was heavy, and it was going to go through brakes. They have tried to put different pads on, but nothing worked.*ak pinion seal was leaking and the vehicle makes noise while turning. Wipers malfunction due to wiper module failure. There is a whine in the front part of the engine due to alternator failure.

Filed Oct 5, 2000 · Brakes, Electrical · CA

Chevrolet, suburban 1996, ls 1500, 4 x 4 I have only owned this car 2yrs, I had to put on 5 sets of brakes, 2 sets of rotors, drums, steer knuckles, alternator, windshield wiper motor, battery, differential/axles replaced and air condition unit has fowl smell and the back passager door sticks and won't open most of the time. I bought it as a lease return with 34,900 miles on it. Please help me find out why this car is still being sold. I only drive this suburban in emergency.

Filed Aug 7, 2000 · Steering · UT

Ea 97 007/steering shaft separation: while backing out of driveway vehicle lost control of the steering column which has disconnected from shaft joint. Dealer notified, and informed consumer that this defect was not covered under manufacturer's recall. *ak the steering wheel spun freely due to failure of the fastner for steering column and steering mechanism. The manufacturer should be made aware of this premature failure and should fix it before some one is hurt.

Filed Jun 25, 1999 · Steering, Suspension · TX

Right rear upper control arm bolt wasn't in place, fell out. Also, steering linkage: idler arm came apart, causing steering to lock up.

Questions about the 1996 Chevrolet Suburban steering

Does the 1996 Chevrolet Suburban have steering problems?

Owners have filed 15 complaints about the steering of the 1996 Chevrolet Suburban, 4% of all its complaints.

At what mileage do 1996 Chevrolet Suburban steering problems start?

Not enough complaints include the mileage to tell.

Was there a recall on the 1996 Chevrolet Suburban steering?

There is no recall for this problem on this model year.

What year does the Chevrolet Suburban have bad steering?

The Chevrolet Suburban model years with the most steering complaints are 1997 (105 complaints), 2015 (61 complaints) and 1999 (52 complaints).