While driving, especially when going around a curve, turning to the left or right onto another street, turning into a parking lot or trying to park in a parking space, the steering wheel is very difficult to turn. At times, it is almost impossible to turn. I have contacted my gm dealership who tells me there has been no recalls for this problem and that my power-steering pump needs replacement. I am highly doubtful of that as this seems to be alot of 2010 chevy transverse owners complaints. Gm needs to step up and initiate a recall.
2010 Chevrolet Traverse steering complaints
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Our traverse has a groaning noise coming from the steering column at slow speeds. I had the dealership diagnose the problem. They came back telling me it needed a new steering rack because it will get worse and possibly I will loose my power steering entirely without warning. In doing some research and visiting with repair shops it is evident that this is a recurring issue and needs to be resolved by gm with a safety recall. Gm has since redesigned the defect for newer model cars. I can only hope this gets resolved soon before there is serious injury.
At slow speeds (under 25 MPH) power steering fails making it very difficult to steer. No accidents yet, but there have been numerous close calls entering driveways or making turns at intersections where I could not steer tightly when the power assists goes out - barely missing other vehicles and pedestrians. Repair shop stated that fluid levels are fine, the pump is working, and there are no leaks in the system. Dealer service stated that there are no recalls. Now that I have over 100,000 miles I am being told I will be responsible for all repair costs.
The issue was first observed when initiating a 90 degree right hand turn into a parking space at approximately 10mph. The wheel did not respond to the turn and felt as if it was being grabbed or pinched, the only driver option was to immediately apply the brakes. The wheel then had to be muscled in order to turn the vehicle. Since that instance, this issue has increased in frequency and has become a daily occurrence. The issue has been observed by all three regular drivers of the vehicle. More often than not, the vehicle must be reversed to re-initiate the turn so as not to hit other vehicles or pedestrians. Additionally, it was independently observed by our mechanic when taking the vehicle for a test drive after performing unrelated work on the vehicle. A related issue observed includes a sensation of pinching or binding of the steering wheel when initiating a turn at low speed; after experiencing this brief sensation the wheel then turns without issue. The dangerous aspect of this issue is that the driver is not certain that the wheel is actually going to turn. However the driver cannot just apply the brakes as that may result in getting rear ended and at the same time is apprehensive about muscling the wheel. The vehicle was just brought in for inspection of the steering issues by our certified chevrolet service center. Their diagnosis indicated that the steering rack requires replacement at an estimated cost of $1600 and needs two (2) days in the shop. They indicated it was not a drive train warranty item. Current mileage on the vehicle is approximately 80,000 miles.
When I try to make a turn my steering wheels locks up and is hard to turn.
2010 chevrolet traverse. Power steering goes in and out while turning at slow speeds - it sometimes works/sometimes not. Particularly noticeable when attempting to park, or turn from at stop at an intersection. Very much a safety concern due to the unexpected loss of the power steering while trying to make a turn - either into a parking spot, or while turning through traffic at an intersection, and then the strength needed to turn the wheel. Problem started at less than 60k miles. After some research, appears this is a common problem for the traverse and related gm vehicles.
Power steering would lock up for 5 approximately seconds when making a turn at a slow speed 25 MPH or less. Seems to be doing it more frequently 1-2 times per day. Had it looked at a chevy dealer could find no thing wrong. Had it at a local repair shop he changed the power steering fluid-stated that it appeared really dark and dirty. This did not help with the steering problem.
Tl* the contact owns a 2010 chevrolet traverse. The contact stated that while attempting to park the vehicle, the steering wheel seized and became difficult to turn. The failure recurred intermittently. The dealer stated that the steering gear needed to be replaced due to a leak. The vehicle was repaired, but the failure recurred. The manufacturer was notified. The approximate failure mileage was 60,000.
Loss of power steering at slow speeds on hard turns.
I have a 2010 traverse. With in the last 3 months the steering has become a daily problem. When making turns from 25mph or less you loose control of the car. The steering will freeze up when it chooses. Sometimes it will happen at the start of a turn sending you straight toward on coming traffic!! We had it in for an oil change (may 2014) and asked the dealer to check the steering. Dealer said there was nothing wrong and the vehicle is fine. It still continues to occurrence on a daily basis. We don't have the money to bring it to the dealer to have the pump replaced. I'm looking for other options on how to repair/replace it the most economical way? Until I have this problem resolved it will mostly be just an around the town vehicle do to the fear of it may happen while on the highway. I cant believe with this many complaints gm hasn't done anything to correct this problem. Its time for a recall.
Tl* the contact owns a 2010 chevrolet traverse. The contact stated while driving approximately 15 MPH, there was a sudden loss of power steering and the steering wheel became difficult to turn. The failure occurred on multiple occasions. The vehicle was taken to the dealer for a diagnostic testing, who stated the rack and pinion and the power steering pump needed to be replaced. The vehicle was not repaired. The manufacturer was not notified of the failure. The approximate failure mileage was 65,000.
As the mileage on this vehicle reached around 80,000 at times it became more and more difficult to steer at slow speeds such as in parking lots. I thought it might had been the tires but after having all tires replaced and aligned this steering issue continues. The problem is steadily becoming worse. I have not experienced any steering problems at speeds of 55+ but I see from the other complaints that it may be an expensive repair.
The power steering pump failed. There has been repeated grinding and steering issues over the ensuing 4,000 miles (6 mo) since the replacement. It seems that many other owners are experiencing this at 40 - 60k miles, past the lifetime of the warranty (3 yr / 36,000 miles).
Complete loss of power steering at speeds less than 20 MPH. My wife couldn't turn the wheel. Car was taken to the dealer and the power steering pump was replaced. Cost of $641.84.
I am having trouble turning the wheel when trying to make u turns or entering parking spaces. Don't notice it until I'm slowing down and making a turn. It feels like it is catching and my wheels are going to lock up. Afraid to drive with my 3 kids in the car. It happens everyday.
Having the same problem everyone else is having with steering. When going slow & turning or backing up it seems like power steering kicks off & then comes back on. Started happening after it reached 70,000.
While driving from durango to silverton co. Through all the turns, I completely lost the ability to turn. I had to brake hard in order to not go off the road. Vehicle came to and was able to drive again but now it happens repetitively.
When I purchased this vehicle, shortly after I had it, I began noticing a stiffness whenever I would turn corners at intersections, or into parking spaces, etc. This issue is becoming more and more frequent and has put me in some very dangerous situations when turning into traffic. Often times I have had to back up and start over when turning as I would never make it to where I am going safely. At intersections there have been times that I would almost end up in oncoming traffic because the vehicle would not turn correctly for me. When I brought this up to the dealer they told me that because it was an all-wheel drive that was a common problem. Now after they fixed something else on my car and I had them look at this issue, they determined that is was in fact my power steering pump and the box that goes with it, which is going to cost me an additional $2400 to repair. I have had this vehicle for about 4 months now (1 month of this time they had it to repair my engine) so I feel that I am getting ripped off with this vehicle. Sad thing is that I really loved this car but am against putting this much money into something that seems to be a huge issue with gm. I have read the complaints online and there are numerous people that have the same make/model/year vehicle as me and are having the same problem. Someone needs to do something about this before someone gets into an accident.
Steering has become difficult. Recently becoming harder to turn. Vehicle is garage kept and noticed a pink puddle of fluid. This turned out to be the power steering fluid. We took to a mechanic friend who put vehicle up on a rack. He advised that the rack and pinion need to be replaced. I am terrified to drive this vehicle now. He says it will cost $1200 to fix. We don't have that kind of money. Chevy needs to put a recall on this before someone gets hurt. I love love my traverse but am afraid to drive with my children or anyone for that matter. Please insist on a recall.
At very slow speeds, steering wheel seems to lock or become very difficult to turn. This has happened numerous times. Now occurs occasionally when backing out of parking spaces. On 6/6/14, I felt a loss of power steering going around a corner at 25 MPH. I checked several website and this seems to be a very common issue. I feel this is very dangerous and it seems to be a design flaw.
Tl* the contact owns a 2010 chevrolet traverse. The contact stated that while driving at approximately 5 MPH, the steering wheel seized and caused the contact to face the opposite direction. The vehicle was taken to a dealer where it was informed that the power steering was leaking and that there was metal corrosion. The manufacturer was not made aware of the failure. The approximate failure mileage was 68,000. The VIN was not available.
When driving at a low speed, the vehicle makes a terrible whining noise. I took it to the dealership in march 2014 and was told the power steering pump and rack need to be replaced which would cost me close to $3000 out-of-pocket, which I cannot afford. Upon researching, I saw numerous complaints regarding the same issue with the traverse that have resulted in power steering failure. I also see that gm recalled chevy malibus and cobalts in march 2014 for the same issue, however, a recall was not issued for the traverse. I feel this is a huge safety concern that gm should issue a recall for. Does there have to be fatality before they are held accountable?!?!
Occasional hard steering/loss of power steering during low speeds when maneuvering. In 01/2011 gm replaced steering gearbox due to leaking seals as a warranty item. Now this issue has come up and their answer is to replace the gearbox again, and they expect me to pay for it now that the extended warranty has expired. Had an independent ase certified mechanic check this out and he said he's seen the same issue 3 times at his shop. They've been replacing the power steering pump. Contacted gm corporate customer case and now is going thru district level review.
I bought this traverse in may of 2013. We have been having a problem with the power steering off and on for over a year. The SUV only had 58000 miles on it when we bought it. We just dealt with it, because we either don't have the time or the money to fix the problem. That was until recently, I was driving home from work and almost ran off the road, because the steering locked up on me. I consider this a hazard and one I don't want to lose my life for. There is no reason to have to replace a lifetime part like this. I have had other cars that I have yet to replace this item on, one is 11 yrs old and has 200000 miles on it.
Bought a 2010 traverse 2 weeks ago. Only 14,145 miles, had the steering pump and rack and pinion changed already. Still making weird noise. Surely there needs to be a recall, is gm waiting for fatalities first?
Steering pump not functioning properly, hard to steer at low speeds. The dealership has told me I need a new one. Why is this happening? This should be a recall item. Mileage is not high enough for such an important item to give out. Occurred after a 5 hour trip.
When making a left or right turn steering locks up occasionally . If you make a sharp left or right turn its as if you have no power steering. Power steering reservoir fluid is at appropriate level. In my research of this problem, its wide spread. Internet forums have much discussion on this problem. Its a safety issue, when the steering locks up and is too hard to turn the potential for an accident is great.
Almost crashed into a concrete medium. Had to make a left turn and then a right when the power speeding gave out for about 3 seconds. This happened when slowing down while turning. It has happened before but today was the longest. I am afraid to make right turns onto 2 way roads because I may end up on the opposite side. My powering steering fluid level is good and there is no noise or other unusual sound when this happens.
I first noticed an occasional hard steering into parking spaces or turning corners. The problem now occurs every time the vehicle is driven. Power steering fluid levels have been checked and noted to be adequate. No leaks from under the hood exist. The difficult steering, and I mean absolute loss of control of my steering happens at low speeds, from a complete stop to less than 20 MPH, as when pulling into parking spaces or maneuvering around street corners, curbs, or medians. I have also noticed the loss of control when decelerating around highway on/off-ramps when my speed nears 30 or less MPH. The steering becomes worse than "manual" steering and requires absolute force/man-handling of the steering wheel to complete the intended task, then as rapidly as the steering went out, it comes back again when I least expect it, causing over-steering through my maneuver. My husband also has difficulty maneuvering the vehicle when it converts to "manual" steering. The problem is so incredibly dangerous. I have ran into curbs and medians, thankfully not a pedestrian or fellow driver's car. Multiple complaints about the same issues, even after costly replacement/repairs of power steering pumps and steering rack and pinions, leads me to believe there is a serious defect with my steering system and gm needs to investigate and correct the problem immediately! It is a matter of time before fatalities begin to occur from this problem.
My 2010 chevy traverse lt loses steering power in situations when I am slowing down and initiating a turn or when maneuvering in a driveway or parking lot where short turns are required. The wheel becomes extremely difficult to turn. I am concerned that it will put me in a dangerous situation since there is no telling when it will happen. It does not happen every time I drive, but it has become progressively more common. Steering fluid is full and there is no evidence of leaks. Given gm's recent history in stonewalling necessary recalls, I hope they make this right or a recall is required before anybody is injured or killed.
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