Vehicle has always had a rubbing noise coming from the steering column. I have complained multiple times over the 4 years that I have owned the vehicle. Dealer has made minor adjustments to the base of the column and also changed the steering gear. The problem has come back with increasing effort to steer the car. Now the dealership states the car is not under warranty and 12 months have elapsed since the replacement.

- South Lyon, MI, USA

When driving at slow rates of speed in a parking lot or after a red light or stop sign turning in either direction, the steering becomes extremely difficult to maneuver. I have to use extreme strength to steer. Prior to this I could hear knocking every so often on the right side. I am very concerned that the in and out losses of power steering can cause a serious accident. I purchased my vehicle brand new in 2011. I didn't think I should be having this problem so soon. Please let me know if there has been a recall for this problem.

- Bogalusa, LA, USA

While driving at slow speed, our Chevy Traverse's power steering fails to work and the vehicle becomes difficult to control. The problem has been getting worse and is almost always noticeable when parking and backing the vehicle. The vehicle was taken to a Chevy dealership and they stated the vehicle needed the power steering fluid changed. On the way home after the fluid service, the power steering briefly failed as I was making a left turn from being stopped. I had to slow in front of on coming traffic to regain control of the vehicle so I could safely complete the turn. I now feel the vehicle is unsafe for my family to ride in and poses a risk to the general public.

- Santa Rosa, CA, USA

My 2010 Traverse has about 56,000 miles on it but for about the last 300-500 a humming noise has been coming from the steering column. It has gradually been getting worse and I had started noticing what I would describe as varying degrees of pressure needed to steer it. It would also occasionally have what I describe as a hiccup feel when I turn it once in awhile. Took into dealer to have it diagnosed and was told that new pump is needed. Also there were a couple of leaks coming from the various locations of the steering system. Quoted a replacement cost of $1653. Chevrolet, please fix this situation!

- Franklin, TN, USA

I was driving and I heard the check engine alert (3 dings). The warning said service traction control service stabilitrak. After that, the car would take longer and I had to press a lot harder on the gas to accelerate. There are about 3 forums which all include complaints like this however the dealer is saying they will not recall the throttle body which is the part that they are replacing. The throttle body is also in several other GMC vehicles such as the acadia

- Schertz, TX, USA

The contact owns a 2010 Chevrolet Traverse. The contact stated that the power steering failed while driving various speeds. The vehicle was not diagnosed or repaired. The manufacturer was notified. The failure mileage was 70,000.

- Russellville, KY, USA

2010 Chevrolet Traverse. Consumer writes in regards to power steering pump malfunction. Also, the tire pressure monitoring system light illuminated. The dealer stated the tire pressure sensors needed to be replaced. However, the consumer decided to get a second opinion, and was informed there was nothing wrong with the sensors, the issue was the vehicle.

- Cortlandt Manor, NY, USA

When my 2010 Chevy Traverse was approximately 2 years old, became increasing difficult to steer. Took to Chevy dealer was told that it was known issue and that Chevy said to replace power steering fluid. After that was completed, it was still hard to steer, dealer said to wait a few weeks to work it in! became worse and worse. Power steering just not working. Difficult to park vehicle and dangerous as if you need to quickly turn could be almost impossible. Chevy dealer said needs new power steering pump, over $2000 repair. Finally got vehicle repaired in 2013 elsewhere at a local mechanic for approximately $1300. Chevy needs to man up and recall this before disaster strikes and also reimburse those of us who shelled out big bucks for repairs.

- Albrightsvile, PA, USA

Having hard steering at low speeds! have read many threads about this! also have had oil being sucked up into engine intake and burned into engine causing premature converter and O2 sensor failure! also have check engine light for P0008 due to crankshaft reluctor moving?

- Taylorsville, KY, USA

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.

- Nampa, ID, USA

The contact owns a 2010 Chevrolet Traverse. The contact stated that while driving 5 mph and making a right turn, there was an abnormal noise coming from the steering wheel. In addition, the brakes made an abnormal noise and excessive force was applied to the brake pedal in order to slow down or stop the vehicle. The failure occurred on two separate occasions. The vehicle was taken to a dealer where it was diagnosed that the steering intermediate shaft and vacuum brake booster needed to be replaced. The vehicle was repaired. The failure mileage was unknown and the current mileage was 53,470.

- Borchester, MA, USA

Power steering assist went out and wont return now truck has 80000 + miles.

- Fairview, WV, USA

While driving at low speeds the power steering fluid seems to be getting to hot and breaking down causing the power boost to go out, making it very hard to steer.

- Spencer , IN, USA

The past few days the steering on my 2010 Traverse has been locking up at slow speeds. This locking of the steering wheel is happening more frequently and makes it impossible to turn. It occurs when you are trying to make a turn at slow speeds. While trying to turn at intersections or into parking spaces you have to power the wheel to turn and make several attempts. You can also hear the steering gear box winding very loudly.

- North Bergen, NJ, USA

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.

- Rose Hill, VA, USA

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.

- Detroit Lakes, MN, USA

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.

- Mcfarland, WI, USA

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.

- Brewster, NY, USA

When I try to make a turn my steering wheels locks up and is hard to turn.

- Ada, OK, USA

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.

- Reynoldsburg, OH, USA