2011 Chevrolet Traverse: whining or grinding noise

Filed Sep 7, 2018 · Steering · MO

The steering is whining while turning, I have seen multiple complaints of steering failure. Moving and stationary.

Filed Mar 8, 2017 · Steering · 47,000 miles · WA

Power steering assembly was in process of failing. Was told by service center that the teeth were grinding down and would shortly have lost the ability to steer vehicle. Only indication was the whine of the steering pump as it failed due to the combination of a seal leak and contaminants in fluid from the metal shavings from the steering gear. Unfortunately I did not have the presence of mind to ask for the parts or take pictures of the failed parts.

Filed Jan 3, 2017 · Steering · 84,522 miles · GA

Tl* the contact owns a 2011 chevrolet traverse. While driving various speeds and attempting to turn left, the steering column made an abnormal whining sound. The contact also stated that the turn would be extremely hard to execute. The vehicle was taken to the dealer where it was diagnosed that the steering gear and pump needed to be replaced. The vehicle was not repaired. The manufacturer was not made aware of the failure. The approximate failure mileage was 84,522.

Filed Dec 5, 2016 · Steering · 33,146 miles · PA

While driving approx 20 MPH out of a parking lot onto the main road and turning left, I heard a loud whining sound and felt a "thump" with some vibration in the steering column. The car continues to make the same sound when making sharper turns, like going into a parking space. I was told by the dealership that I have a power steering leak and need a new steering rack to the tune of $1300-1600 repair! This car only has 33,146 miles.

Filed May 16, 2016 · Steering, Suspension · CA

We have many issues with our family car 2011 traverse one being our power steering whining noise and it get really loud that we are having our 2nd issue in less then 4 months. We are just finding out they put a remanufactured part and master cylinder leaking into booster.. I drive with extreme care daily..

Filed Apr 18, 2016 · Steering · 77,000 miles · VA

At 76,000 miles I have noticed that when I turn left with my steering wheel that it makes a revved up whining noise. Since I have had the car at 54,961 from 1 1/2 years ago, I have fixed the heating system (800), wheeling bearing (290) and now a steering problem. I have owned a chevrolets for a long time but this is a piece of junk. I am sickened to think that an american company such as chevrolet has no intentions to fix a problem that is very prevalent in these cars. Maybe a couple of deaths and some lawsuits will wake you up! I will no longer purchase a chevy/gmc product based on this experience. $1500 to fix something I still owe money on>>>bull crap >>btw I don't have the funds to fix this problem>> thanks

Filed Mar 16, 2016 · Steering · OK

Gm dealership service department found "whining" noise caused by power steering leak. Replaced power steering gear at a cost of $1781. A "service bulletin" was issued by gm regarding this issue in 2014. It promised reimbursement for this repair for 10 years from date car was placed into service, but only until september 2015. Clearly, this is a known defect in the traverse.

Filed Dec 31, 2015 · Steering · 68,900 miles · PA

About 2yrs after purchase, steering rack and power steering pump had to be replaced, which was done prior to warranty expiration. Now at this time dec. 2015 with 68,906 mi on the od, I am experiencing the same problem again. Difficult to steer and turn the steering wheel, clunking sensation/feel in the steering wheel, and a pump whine sound. Hard to turn wheel from a starting point or stop. When accelerating steering wheels is easier to turn. When driving down the road, the steering is loose. There was no precipitating factors to the start of this problem yesterday, I first noticed the problem after attempting a left turn at a ss on my way home. I could hardly make the left turn, then I started to hear the whine noise. Fluids are all good in the power steering pump. How in the world can this be again? There must be an internal flaw. To have this occur twice not once on a vehicle less than 5 years old with less than 70,000 miles on it is very troubling at best.

Filed Dec 31, 2015 · Steering · 57,000 miles · CT

Power steering whine diagnosed today with whine present while turning or accelerating after a turn. They are saying we need a new steering gear (rack) and that will only set me back $1700. It is a safety issue as the power steering can go out at any point. I have only had this car less than 2 years and there have been so many things needing attention. There is a whine with the A/C when one of the bolsters are to shut for a change in temp.

Filed Dec 30, 2015 · Steering · NY

A weird noise started to happen when I turned and progressed to a constant whining noise that worsens while turning. We were told that it is a leak in the steering rack and would be an $1800 repair.

Filed Nov 5, 2015 · Steering · 54,335 miles · PA

Whining noise. Rack and pinion assembly leak causing steering issues. Dealer replaced but stated not under recall although issue is occurring with this type gm vehicle. I now see that there is a class action lawsuit filed in california about this safety issue. Cost $1,500 to repair.

Filed May 27, 2015 · Steering, Transmission · 70,000 miles · VA

I just recently purchased this 2011 chevy traverse last night from the dealer. My first time buying a used vehicle. Within 3 months, my heat stopped working in my vehicle. I purchased the vehicle at 40,000 miles. Brought it to the dealer, and asked if there was anything they can do as I just purchased this vehicle not too long ago, and they stated there wasnt any recall. I would have to pay out of pocket to have this fixed. Just recently this month I have been having an issue with a whining noise when I am driving, and when I am turning the wheel. I took my vehicle to a mechanic and they filed all of my fluids, including power steering which was low. Found out that I have a leak. I started doing some research on this, and found out that all of the 2011 chevy traverse vehicles had this same issue. I am going to contact the dealer today to see what they can do, as I didnt purchase an extended warranty with this vehicle. Should this not be something that is covered under chevrolet if the majority of these vehicles are having this same issue?