When slowing down or doing maneuvers at slow speeds the power steering impedes steering. It feels like it is actually fighting you. It is a hazardous problem and may cause an accident. Doing a y-turn is almost impossible due to the steering issue. We are taking ours to a dealership to have it repaired.
2010 Chevrolet Traverse steering complaints
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Intermittently, my 2010 traverse's steering system locks up when turning at low speeds. Sometimes the problem will not allow the turn to be completed. My 16 year old child, who is a driver's education student, was driving the vehicle when the problem presented and nearly had a head on collision due to the fact that she could not complete a left hand turn that she was making. In researching this problem, I notice lots of posts of the same problem with the same vehicle. This is a manufacturer's defect and should be addressed by the company.
I have a 2010 traverse around 40,000 miles the steering started locking up when tuning at a low speed, especially in parking lots, etc. Sometimes I even have to try and back up and turn with all my might to get the car to turn in parking spots. This started out as a couple times a day not it is almost every turn I make. This is very dangerous and has almost caused me to have a wreck several times. I have researched and there are way to many complaints for this same type of problem. Chevrolet must make a recall and fix this problem before someone is seriously injured. Please help us!!!
The vehicle is hard to turn at low speeds. Took it to the dealer and their diagnoses was that the rack and pinion needed changing at a cost over $700.00. Had new rack and pinion installed at a mechanics shop for less.
I have power steering failure with 91000 miles. The dealer told me the tsb for this isssue would cost me about 1300 dollars.. Since there is whine evident and the pitch changes with vehicle speed. At idle, you need to be like a gorilla to turn the wheel, but once you gas it, some assist is provided, this is not the first issue with this car. A/c line from compressor to condensor broken,,, $700.00. Water pump leaking,,, drivetrain warranty. Steerring wheel shimmy at various speeds since about 20k mile, " no problem found" even though it has been in several times and they never seem to duplicate the issue. .drive shaft seal leaking. Waranty covered that one.this is our second traverse.. Our 2009 with 6300 miles had a very rough idle and check engine light on.called onstar for diag. They were able to see faults, but could not get specific results for some reason. Thety asked if I neede a tow, but the dealer was only 2 miles from me, I started to drive there. At the last lights before turning into the shop, it appearred as though I had an engine fire and could not even see out the windshield. Was told that the coil feel out of bracket on fire wall and dropped onto exhaust.. Since when does this car have a coil on the fire wall. Then I found out the real issue. On of the pistons was disinagrated and completly gone. Chevy wanted to repair the traverse. Every computer component needed to be replaced as well. They started the work and ordered all the parts . After 30 days wernt by and they still had no engine fron chevy, I called them on lemon law. They took possesion of our 09 and replaced it with a 2010. We had to come out of pocket for about 1100 dollars and also were denied the interior protectio package that we purchased with our 09. Loss of 1300. I have a very poor opinion of chevy's recent products and we have been a chevy family for 4 different . Loosing faith.
Steering makes a loud grinding noise and steering gear failure. Delay and binding up when trying to turn at low speeds. Dealer confirmed repair bulletin exists but general motors denied warranty repair. Found 40+ ntsb/the federal safety agency issues with chevrolet traverse steering. This is a safety concern affecting the steering ability of the vehicle. New steering gear, housing, hoses, and fluid change to dexron is required. I need help please!
The steering console sounds like it is rubbing or catching. Doesn't feel like the power steering is going out but definitely rubbing sound.
At low speeds, the power steering fails. When turning into parking spots or trying to make turns onto other streets or roads, you lose all power steering making it difficult to turn. I just recently bought the vehicle and didn't notice the problem until about a week later. It does not occur all the time, but too often when you least expect it.
At slow speeds, you lose power steering when trying to park in parking spots, turning curves, and turning off onto other streets. Very dangerous driving when you are expecting to turn and can't turn because of the power steering failure. This should be looked into before someone in injuried or even killed. This does not occur all the time, but occurs too often when you least expect it. I've just purchased vehicle and did not know about the problem until after I had the vehicle about a week.
Noted power steering fluid in driveway. Had it diagnosed at the dealership as a leak from the steering column. Was told the steering gear assembly had to be replaced at a $1300 charge. I've researched the issue and found many, many complaints regarding this same problem. I have also read complaints that various repairs had been made to solve the steering problems with other traverses, but still problems with the steering system occur. I'm concerned my steering may go out entirely during travel and end up in a fatality. A recall should be required to rectify this issue.
Tl* the contact owns a 2010 chevrolet traverse. The contact stated that while driving approximately 40 MPH, the power steering assist failed without warning. The vehicle was taken to a private mechanic where it was diagnosed that the power steering pump needed to be replaced. The manufacturer was made aware of the failure. The vehicle was not repaired. The approximate failure mileage was 93,000 and current mileage was 96,000.
Steering wheel will become very stiff or freeze up when making a turn. This has happened many, many times creating a very dangerous situation. This type of problem should not occur this quickly, if ever.
At slow speeds the power steering stops working. This happens regularly.
Tl* the contact owns a 2010 chevrolet traverse. The contact stated that while driving 15 MPH, the power steering assist failed. The vehicle was taken to an independent mechanic for diagnosis and the contact was informed that the power steering pump would need to be replaced. The vehicle was repaired. The manufacturer was not notified. The failure and current mileage was 43,355.
Vehicle had been parked in garage when we noticed pink fluid under car. Took it to local repair shop where they diagnosed the power steering gear valve solenoid is leaking. Have to take it to dealer for repair. Dealer has already replaced steering gear input housing (10-29-12) and said they had 4 traverses in with the same problem that week.
Our 2010 chevy traverse required an entirely new power steering system after 65k miles and 3 years. It required $2500 worth of repair; a pump, gear, hose, clamp, and fluid. Our car was one of 4 traverses and 2 acadia's at century chevrolet dealership requiring the exact same repair at the same time. Also, contacting other mechanic's in the area in an attempt to price compare, we were told this is a known design flaw in these vehicles within the auto repair industry which gm has yet to do anything about. The internet is rampant with a multitude of related stories of power steering issues in these vehicles. A recall should be required of gm to rectify this issue.
Car at slow speeds feels like power steering has gone out,hard to control going around corners...have seen many other complaints on same thing but looks like chevy doesn't know what to do....chevy vehicles are crap and will never buy another one...get it fixed chevy before someone kills themselves.
2010 chevrolet traverse. Consumer states steering gear housing had to be replaced
Tl* the contact owns a 2010 chevrolet traverse. The contact stated that when making a turn at low speeds, the power steering made a loud noise and the vehicle stalled. The dealer was made aware of the failure who advised the contact to call the manufacturer. The manufacturer was made aware of the failure who did not offer any assistance. The failure mileage was 44,000 and the current mileage was 45,000.
Vehicle loses power steering assist at low vehicle and engine speed, such as pulling into parking space or driveway. Occurs infrequently and without warning. Local dealer looked at it and cannot replicate problem. Is safety issue as an unsuspecting driver could lose control and hit another vehicle or person.
Tl*the contact owns a 2010 chevrolet traverse. The contact stated that while attempting to make a turn at an unknown speed, the steering wheel became stiff and difficult to turn. There was also an unusual grinding noise in the steering wheel. The dealer replaced the power steering pump yet the noise remained in the steering wheel. The dealer informed her that the entire steering column and wheel gear failed and would also need to be replaced. The vehicle was being repaired by the dealer when the complaint was filed. The manufacturer advised the contact that they would confirm with the dealer that the correct repair was being made to the vehicle. The current mileage was approximately 6,700 and the failure mileage was approximately 4,000.
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