New electronic variable orifice steering system does not function well due to a design flaw. There is a lack of road feel at most speeds, and more importantly, lack of normal steering return to center after steering.
1997 Chevrolet Suburban steering complaints
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Vehicle wanders when speed is in excess of 45 MPH.
New electronic variable orifice steering system has a design problem, it demonstrates lack of road feel at most speeds, and more importantly a lack of normal steering return to center after a turn.
When driving vehicle at any speed , steering failed, vehicle will not stay stable on the the hwy, continues to pull to left or right, in for repair, no problem found, variable steering system.
'variable effort steering' does not tighten up the faster you drive, also steering is too sensitive.
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