I was driving on the ih-93 nb at 55 MPH. Suddenly the car began pulling to the right. I stopped and checked the tires, but did not see any problems. All four tires were inflated to the specs (35 psi). I kept driving, and after 20-25 miles I heard a sound as if something was rubbing in the front passenger fender area. I began slowing down and wanted to stop. At that moment my front right tire separated. It was a primewell valera ht 235/75-15 tire, installed at a firestone shop in plaistow, nh in november, 2014 with a few hundred miles on it.
1998 Chevrolet Tahoe: pulls to one side
8 of the 263 complaints about the 1998 Chevrolet Tahoe describe pulls to one side.
- owner complaints
- 8
- of this car's complaints
- 3%
- recalls
- 1
Is there a fix? There is 1 recall and 1 service bulletin for this area of the car. See below
Pulls to one side by model year
What owners say
Steering wheel jerks and pulls to the right like the vehicle is out of control. Also, windshield wipers operate intermittently.
The vehicle experienced the same problem as stated in recall #97v142000, however the vehicle identification number was not incuded in the recall. *jb steering wanders 1/4 turnor so and makes vehicle slightly jerk.
Consumer noticed while traveling at various speeds that vehicle would "wander" slightly to right problem was more noticeable at higher speeds. Had vehicle tire leak repaired. Seemed to correct problem temporarily. Had brakes checked, and frontmend allignment and everything else was okay.
Vehicle has consistently pulled to the right since purchase. Vehicle has been aligned three times within first 30,000 miles. Dealership contends nothing wrong with vehicle. This problem has ruined the tires of the vehicle, as well. I have contacted manufacturer re: florida lemon law, as well as fl state attorney general (I have not heard back from state ag office in 6 weeks).
Vehicle constantly pulls to the left, consumer feels this is a safety issue because sometimes there is traffic present.
Steering pulls to the right.
Right caster loose causing vehicle to pull to the left when applying the brakes.
Service bulletins that may apply
Related recalls
Steering: gear box (other than rack and pinion)
- What is wrong
- Vehicle description: light duty extended-cab pickup trucks and 4-door utility trucks. The lower steering shaft to steering gear pinch bolt is "finger loose" or missing allowing the bolt to loosen and fall out. The steering shaft yoke can wear causing an off center steering wheel.
- Risk
- Relative movement between the chassis and cab can cause the steering shaft to separate from the steering gear. This condition can result in a loss of steering control increasing the risk of a vehicle crash.
- Remedy
- Dealers are arranging to have the vehicles involved towed to the dealership and alternate transportation is being arranged for owners. Dealers will then inspect the vehicle for the presence of a pinch bolt and torque this bolt to proper specifications.
Recall number 97V142000 · Recall details
Questions about the 1998 Chevrolet Tahoe pulling
Is pulls to one side a common problem on the 1998 Chevrolet Tahoe?
8 of 263 owner complaints about the 1998 Chevrolet Tahoe (3%) mention pulls to one side. The model year with the most reports is 1997.
Is there a recall or service bulletin for this on the 1998 Chevrolet Tahoe?
There is 1 recall and 1 service bulletin for the same area of the car. Check them below with your VIN.
Other symptoms on the 1998 Chevrolet Tahoe
Wipers 46ABS 29Brake failure 8Fuel pump 8Jerking 7Power steering loss 6No deployment 5Fire or smoke 5Fuel leak 5Hesitation 5
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