Steering Problems of Chevrolet 1500

This is an ongoing problem for several years. My battery has side mounted terminals. Each time the temperature goes up or down the positive post becomes loose. Most times it is a problem as I start the vehicle. When I turn the key the engine begins to start, then it shuts down due to lack of electrical power. Twice in the past week it has shut down while traveling down the road, once in the middle of I-83, during rush hour in downtown harrisburg, PA. Over the last few years it has, on several occasions, "hiccupped" several times while I was driving. I have tightened the screw-in post down (twice) to the point where I have rounded the hex head off and the wrench jumped off the head but, it continues to come loose. I spoke with an auto parts store and they recommended an adhesive, which I tried. It still came loose. I have even changed out the battery but, still the problem exists. This was a very popular year for chevy w/t pick up trucks. I cannot imagine these problems have not been involved in recalls before now. The obvious fix is to replace the battery with one that has top mount posts. I would also have to replace the cables. Why should I have to pay that when this is obviously a design flaw?.

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Reduced engine power. This has been occurring off and on for about 9 months, have taken it to dealer multiple times and replaced everything that was said would fix the problem. The problem still occurs even after replacing: accelerator and receiver on throttle body as well as checking wiring harness for issues. Essentially, the vehicle will lose the function of the accelerator without warning at any given time during the use of the vehicle. The dealer has told me that they don't have any idea why it still is having this issue. . . The other day the vehicle was being driven and reduced engine power mode set in and at the same time the power steering went out. Thought the power steering going out at the same time was a one time deal but it happened again the very next day. The vehicle had this issue on the highway the other day and nearly caused an accident. It is shocking that there are not thousands of complaints with this same issue, if you look up forums on this topic there are over 200,000 threads on this very issues. There are thousands of forum complaints about reduced engine power and how people have spent $1000 plus at the dealer and the issue still persists. The drive by wire functionality instead of using a throttle cable seems to be having issues that even gm doesn't have an answer for. Would appreciate any looking into on this subject.

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I was trying to parallel park when it became very difficult to turn steering wheel to the right. Ever since making right hand turns are difficult unless engine rpms are over 2000 mechanic says steering box needs replaced don't know why this isn't a recall I've heard of others having the same problem.

When I turn or hit a bump it makes a clunk, and you can hear it and feel it through the steering wheel, now have 119000 miles on it. I am consurned it my become a safety issue.

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The vehicle would either stall while driving various speeds or fail to start. I was driving approximately 55 mph when he noticed that the fuel gauge displayed empty which was inaccurate; however, the vehicle suddenly stalled, coasted to the shoulder. Car would not crank at first but then started, this happened several times, the vehicle would sporadically become hesitant to start. The vehicle would also stall periodically without warning. The other components, such as the radio, were still operable. The vehicle would sporadically become hesitant to start. The vehicle would also stall periodically without warning. Autoride suspension, not working. Harsh ride without shock dampering. Front passenger seatbelt frequntly locks up and will not extend enough to secure a person. Seat belt often locks up when passenger is belted in and passenger cannot move.

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Took the truck to the chevy dealership for pulsating brakes and a weird 'clunking' noise/feel in the steering when cornering. They replaced the rotor assembly, but never located the cause of the steering issue. This issue has continued to this day. Last week I met another chevy silverado owner who had experienced the same problem and had received a recall on this issue. I've never been notified nor have I seen the bulletin on this site (he recommended this site to obtain the data). His vehicle was the same make & model, but one year older (mine is a 2004). This 'clunking' noise/feel is consistent when turning corners in either direction. It effects the performance feel of the vehicle. And leaves us wondering if the steering box is about to fall apart at any moment. Please advise if recall has in fact been issued for this make & model year.

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My 1997 chevy 1500 pickup has a steering problem that is very dangerous. The wheel will jerk to the right or left as your entering a turn causing the truck to cross the center line of the road. To date I have not been able to fix this problem. Mechanics offer suggestions ranging from the steering box to steering sensors. I have since found that this is not an isolated problem to this truck, many other owners of this same year model are reporting the same problem. I guess gm will wait until someone gets killed before they decide recall this year model and fix the problem.

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After striking a bump while driving vehicle shook uncontrollably. Dealer inspected the vehicle, and the steering shaft was found to be defective. Replace intermediate steering shaft.

Consumer experiencing problems getting recalled tailgate repairs completed on 2003 Chevrolet ld 1500. In gm's computer the tailgate recall appeard to have already been done. The consumer believes that a mixup occured since he also owns a 2002 pickup. The tailgate was replaced on the 2002 truck but the consumer believes they marked that the tailgate on the 2003 truck was replaced instead. The steering shaft was also replaced.

I continue to experience an intermittent loss of power steering when turning which feels like hitting a patch of ice while going around a turn. I have researched this problem and know that gm has issued a recall on other models but not mine. I have not yet replaced any of the steering components but will soon due to the severity of the situation. It's unfortunate that an obvious defect is not currently under recall.

When turning to the left or right vehicle produced a loud noise. It was determined that the intermediate shaft in the steering needed to be repalced, however the part was on backorder.

There has always been a knocking noise, that can be felt in the steering and brake pedal. The dealer replaced a shaft that connected to the steering sector. The fix corrected it for a while. The problem came back. I went back to the dealer and was told the part needed to be removed and greased every 15000 miles. I said ,why does it not have grease fittings? over the last 10 years I have talked to numerous people who have the same problem. I sent gm an e-mail about this problem, never got an answer. I do get letters from gm wanting me trade for a new one. Why pay $40 to $50 thousand for a vehicle that the manufacturer wont stand behind? thanks richard avery.

The steering of the 1997 chevy suburban gives an almost ticking, or pulsating movement as it goes through a steady wide sweeping curve. Other times it feels that the steering wheel gets locked into a position. Its turning straight and it does not matter when it happens and it has to be pulled harder in the direction desired; in addition, it gives a slight whipping motion when it breaks free.

While driving vehicle straight forward, the steering wheel will turn to the left or right intermittently. Ph.

Faulty evo sensors caused the wheel to jerk to one side while driving 60 mph. The dealer has been notified.

When turning the steering wheel to the left, the steering wheel will turn quick and hard to the left. Consumer feels there is a problem with the gear box. Please provide any further information. Ph.

Evo sensor assembly failure causing the vehicle to wander. Yh.

While driving steering wheel feels like it is being jerked right out of driver's hand, erratic power steering. Contacted the dealer, and was told that the steering sensor is bad.

While driving down the road power steering is not constant, causing vehicle to pull from one side to another intermittently. Contacted dealer, and was told that the sensor on power steering unit was defective.

When driving at any speed if steering wheel is moved vehicle will go into the next lane.

When driving under normal road conditions, the vehicle dangerously wanders either way when driver takes eyes off the road momentarily. The vehicle does not maintain the position on the road, unless driver's total focus is on the road. Dealer notified and informed the consumer that a special speed control module on the steering is suppose to be a new improvement, but endangers all those who drive this vehicle without taking their eyes off the road. This condition needs to be investtigated.

Check steering wander at hwy speeds, replaced steering evo sensor assembly.

Vehicle continuously has trouble with the front end slipping while driving, causing the vehicle to sometimes go into the other lane of traffic.

One can be driving perfectly straight or turning a curve. The speed does not matter. Failure of the evo sensor causes the wheel to be jerked to one side with no warning. This is a very dangerous condition which could result in injury or death for someone not expecting the sudden movement or for a individual lacking sufficient strength/response time.

Vehicle was equipped with quadra steer (4 wheel steering). When this system was engaged and when vehicle was sliding rear wheels went in the opposite direction. This resulted in consumer losing control of vehicle and went off the road. Owners manual indicated that this system could be used in any weather.