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NHTSA recall campaign O4V60000. After being serviced the check engine light was still on. Dealer could not determine why the light was still on. But consumer was told that the defect had been serviced. When taking the vehicle right after pick up consumer still experienced the same problem.
Consumer placed the key inside of the vehicle and steering wheel locked and failed to move. Consumer turned the steering column left to right, and the steering column unexpectedly became loose. Consumer drove the vehicle to the dealer for inspection, and mechanic informed consumer that the problem could not be duplicated.
Column lock recall has been performed on my manual 1999 Corvette two times and has only resulted in the column locking up more frequently. The automatic Corvettes received a different recall in which the column locking mechanism was removed so it could no longer lock and cause problems. This same proceedure should have been performed on the manual transmission Corvette.
From reading this site the steering column lock issue with the C5 Corvette is a very common one (mine is no different) but I did not have any real problems until the recall was completed last year. Since then the vehicle has been back to the dealership 5 times. The history also shows an additional 4 problems prior to purchasing this vehicle (18,000 miles) and it was in fact a manufacturers buy back because of this reason. The dealership has been working with Chevrolet in trying to correct the problem without success and I have been told the car has been fixed this time (after more than 2 weeks at the dealership) but I have severe doubts this is the case. The idea of being stranded in southeast houston at night is a very frighten thought.
Consumer received recall 04V060000 concerning steering column locking. Consumer was still having the same problem with the steering column locking up after recall repairs were done. Dealership was notified, but did not resolve the problem. Classic Chevrolet, 817-421-7287.
- North Richland Hills, TX, USA
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NHTSA recall no. 04V-060000, electronic column lock. Steering column would not unlock when the vehicle is started. Vehicle was taken to the dealer but was unable to locate the problem.
Consumer's vehicle experienced the same defect as mentioned in NHTSA recalls 04V060000, the steering column locked. However, this vehicle was not included in the recall due to VIN.
While placing the key inside, the vehicle will start; however, the steering column won't unlock. Consumer had the vehicle towed to the dealer for inspection. The mechanic informed consumer that the problem cannot be duplicate.
Without warning steering wheel and brakes locked up. Consumer down shifted, and was able to pull off the road. Consumer con had vehicle towed to the dealership, and dealership was unable to duplicate the problem.
While consumer was attempting to start vehicle steering column would not unlock. Consumer spent almost an hour but could not get the key into the ignition to unlock the steering column. Consumer stated her husband looked this problem up on the internet and found that there was a recall. Called dealer, who informed her that this vehicle was not covered under the recall due to VIN.
While backing out of the garage steering column locked. Consumer attempted to unlock the steering column, but it was of no avail. Consumer had the vehicle towed to the dealer for inspection, and mechanic determined that lock assembly needed replacement.
On 7-3-02 and 6-27-03 my Corvette steering locked up. Towed to dealer and fixed. Dealer could not gaurantee it would stay fixed. Now, after repairs or service the dealer will not test drive my Corvette on the roaid only around dealer lot. I risk my life every time I drive the vette. Waiting for steering to lock up.I know other Corvette owners who have had same problem. I understand that NHTSA has received thousands of complaints regarding the steering wheel locking up. I understand this has something to do with the anti-theft system. GM is aware of this problem and re-designed the anti-theft system in the 2002 or 2003 models. Please advise on steps to take with GM to clear this matter up.
Upon returning to my vehicle, the steering column was locked, and the driver information center displayed a message saying "service steering lock". I initially brough my vehicle to tom jumper Chevrolet in roswell, Georgia. The service advisor claimed it was a defective battery and offered to change my battery for the meager sum of $357. Having no confidence whatsoever that his diagnosis was proper, I removed my vehicle from his premises and transferred it to nalley, Chevrolet in atlanta. It turned out that the steering column lock actuator had failed, and had also blown fuses in the cic computer. The repair cost was $450.78. Given the steering column lock actuator is the subject of NHTSA action number EA02031, I do not feel it was appropriate for GM to charge me for the repair given the widespread nature of the problem.
The steering wheel would lock after leaving the vehicle idling for a period of three to five minutes. When placing the key in the ignition, the warning indicator suggested taking the key out and try again in ten seconds. The dealer made some repairs to the steering column, but the problem still occurred. Other problems are as followed: The right window leaked water where the top meets the windshield(badly), the rear differential area leaked fluid when sat overnight, there was a rattling noise underneath the vehicle due to the transmission cooler liners being misadjusted, there was a rattle in the engine when accelerated up a hill or when taking off, the driver door leaked when it rained and scrapes when rolled down, there was a grinding in the rear end when backed up or when it's cold, the right door glass rattled while the vehicle was in motion, and the wipers were inoperative. The convertible top was replaced. The fog lamp was replaced and the spoiler was loose.
The steering column has locked up twice in my 1999 Chevrolet Corvette. I understand this is a common problem and I believe Chevrolet should pay to have this problem resolved.
My 1999 Chevy Corvette has had the steering column lock up twice for no reason. Once my husband was stranded late at night after a work meeting and took hours to get home. Now it is stuck in my garage because a tow truck can't get to it. I understand that GM knows about this problem for years and did nothing to fix it.
Steering column continuously locked up at anytime while driving without warning. Consumer indicated that there was a recall for this issue on earlier model year, could not locate it in artemis.
The steering column has locked on three separate occasions and I have had to have the car towed all three times. I was told by the first two dealerships that it had been repaired and I was not charged for the work. This time, however, I have been charged $297.41 and do not know whether it has been fixed this time either. I resent having to pay for towing and repairs so many times and would like a resolution to the problem and a refund of my money.
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- Tampa, FL, USA