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10.0

really awful
Crashes / Fires:
1 / 2
Injuries / Deaths:
0 / 0
Average Mileage:
7,667 miles

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1997 Chevrolet Silverado steering problems

steering problem

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1997 Chevrolet Silverado Owner Comments

problem #9

Nov 022000

Silverado 4WD 8-cyl

  • Automatic transmission
  • 69,000 miles

A D V E R T I S E M E N T S

When making a left or right turn, the steering wheel gives and causes temporary steering loss. Ts the vehicle also sustained the following failures, the PCV valve malfunctioned causing the #2 and #3 heat shields in the transmission to crack. This malfunction was repaired and now the 4 low gear is inoperable. Also, the fuel pump, oxygen sensor, air conditioner compressor and pump malfunctioned. Noticeably after purchase, the driver side seat gives when braking.

- Reno, WV, USA

problem #8

May 162001

(reported on)

Silverado 4WD

  • Automatic transmission
  • miles
When making a left turn steering wheel slips. Dealer has inspected vehicle.

- East Northport, NY, USA

problem #7

Mar 011999

Silverado

  • miles
While driving down the road on a right hand curve the steering wheel seems to try to turn right by itself. You have to hold it steady to keep it from going off the road.

- Olney, TX, USA

problem #6

Jan 212000

(reported on)

Silverado

  • miles

A D V E R T I S E M E N T S

Steering wheel failed because the shaft in steering clolumn was not bolted to the shaft going to power steering pump.

- Morganville, KS, USA

problem #5

Oct 011999

Silverado 4WD

  • Automatic transmission
  • miles
This vehicle has been a nightmare. The brakes have failed, the steering column has gone out, I had to replace all the tires and get a front end alignment, the alternater went out, and the transmission has never worked correctly. It clanks loudly when shifting gears, doesn't idle correctly, and shuts off. I have had it rebuilt on three separate occasions. On one occasion it even caught on fire. The transmission is back in the shop now.( dot number: Tire size: 16 inch )

- Jacksonville, FL, USA

problem #4

Oct 151999

Silverado

  • miles
Vehicle experiencing problem with steering wheel locking up whenever the brakes are applied, more so when brakes are applied in an emergency situation. Vehicle been in four different shops, and inspected seven times. But problem still reoccurring.

- Winnsboro, TX, USA

problem #3

Sep 011999

(reported on)

Silverado 4WD

  • Automatic transmission
  • miles

A D V E R T I S E M E N T S

While consumer was driving and attempting to make a right turn, steering wheel turned on its on.

- Eagle Point, OR, USA

problem #2

Jul 021998

Silverado Diesel

  • Automatic transmission
  • miles
While driving and making a turn, the steering wheel locked up at the turn and consumer had to wiggle it to come out of turn. After he straightened out the steering became free, turning. Consumer states since the day the vehicle was bought, the wheel would catch when the tilt was used, the dealer made repairs, however it still would not work correctly, the dealership told the consumer not to use the wheel to pull themselves into the vehicle, once the wheel was replaced there were lots of shaved broken metal parts inside the column where the wheel mounts, consumer traded vehicle in.

- Indianapolis, IN, USA

problem #1

Sep 191997

Silverado

  • miles
When applying brakes (ABS) have to use both hands to control steering wheel; steering locks up when foot on brakes; w/foot off brakes, able to steer or turn. Took to dealer & informed it's the new steering system in place. Told manufacturer nothing was wrong.

- Eros, LA, USA

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