2010 Chevrolet Traverse: steering wheel locks up

Filed Aug 10, 2020 · Steering · NJ

I got a brand new power steering pump for the mechanic to change he told me he would change it and stop the leak because my steering wheel locked on me. However I was called the first time and was told the part was disinfecting then made me return the part for a new part because he said it was still leaking. I went to buywise got the new part he said he'll call when my car is ready. He called me told me my car was ready nomore leaking , literally the next day my car steering wheel locked up on the highway in danger of my life. As I call the mechanic and tell him I'm bringing my car back because he didn't do anything he tells me he'll look at it I get there he's telling me it's a leak. So you let me leave your shop knowing it was a leak because he just sent me for a new part because of the leak so he tries to tell me he gonna have to charge me again after I already paid him for the job and he didn't do anything I still have the same problem I almost got into a accident because he told me my car was ready to go and it wasn't. Instead of checking the problem he wants to charge me more after he already got over 500$ and he didn't do anything to the car. The place is called reliable auto center location 789 sanford ave newark nj 07106. I really want my refund for my money because I gave him over 500$ cash and he literally didn't do anything to my car and lied and said my car was ready and almost got me into a accident.

Filed Mar 4, 2020 · Engine, Steering · AL

Sometimes when trying to turn the steering wheel locks up and makes it really hard to turn sometimes when doing so it loosens up all of a sudden causing it to jerk/ turn to fast which could cause and accident. A lot of times when taking off the traverse does not want to shift then having to pull over on the side of road to put in park and put back in gear then go and also sometimes when driving the car shifts really hard jerking the vehicle when shifting!! The 2nd row heat/ air controls get really hot even when not in use.

Filed Sep 18, 2017 · Steering · 170,000 miles · OH

At low speeds turning left or right the steering locks up and is difficult to turn. Cannot always make a turn as expected and must make wide turn into on-coming traffic but usually able to stop in time. Happens randomly. Has been happening since we bought the car @ 1 year.

Filed Aug 5, 2016 · Steering · 124,046 miles · MI

Tl* the contact owns a 2010 chevrolet traverse. While driving 15 MPH and approaching a stop sign, the power steering seized without warning. The failure recurred numerous times. The vehicle was not diagnosed or repaired. The manufacturer was notified of the failure. The failure mileage was 124,046.

Filed Jul 26, 2016 · Steering · 98,000 miles · PA

While driving at a lower speed and usually while turning into a parking space, my steering wheel locks up and does not turn. This happens while turning both directions, left and right. I literally have to plan my trip to my destination according to my steering wheel. I can not park between cars in a parking lot. I no longer allow to my daughter to drive me car due to the steering problem. I then began reading all the complaints concerning this issue. I have always been a chevrolet customer, along with my parents. Chevrolet should have issued a recall months ago according to all documented problems. I also read there is a court case on this issue. I will need to get my steering fixed as I no longer trust my car driving and parking. I was hoping there was a recall on this steering issue.

Filed Oct 5, 2015 · Steering · 95,000 miles · AZ

When attempting to steer/turn at low level of speeds usually less than 5mph the steering is very stiff and requires a lot of effort to turn the vehicle. I also recently felt my steering lock up while merging onto the freeway going at a rate of 50-60 MPH.

Filed Aug 10, 2015 · Steering · 102,000 miles · IL

Tl* the contact owns a 2010 chevrolet traverse. The contact stated that while driving at 20 MPH, the power steering seized and become difficult to maneuver when making a right or left turned. The failure recurred each time the vehicle was driven. The vehicle was taken to a dealer but was not diagnosed or repaired. The manufacturer was not aware of the failure. The approximate failure mileage was 102,000.

Filed Dec 29, 2014 · Steering · 97,000 miles · WA

Tl* the contact owns a 2010 chevrolet traverse. The contact stated that while driving at approximately 10 MPH, the steering wheel seized and excessive force was required without warning. The vehicle was taken to the dealer who was uncertain if the steering pump or the rack and pinion needed to be replaced. The vehicle was not repaired. The manufacturer was not notified of the failure. The VIN was not available. The approximate failure mileage was 97,000.

Filed Jul 17, 2014 · Steering · 60,000 miles · ID

Tl* the contact owns a 2010 chevrolet traverse. The contact stated that the power steering failed intermittently. The contact also mentioned that the steering wheel seized causing the vehicle to become difficult to maneuver. The failure continued to become progressively worse over time. The vehicle was not diagnosed or repaired. The manufacturer was notified of the failure. The approximate failure mileage was 60,000.

Filed Jun 30, 2014 · Steering · 60,000 miles · IN

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.

Filed Jun 5, 2014 · Steering · 68,000 miles · GA

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.

Filed Jun 4, 2014 · Steering · 72,000 miles · MO

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.