Steering Related Problems of the 1997 Chevrolet C1500

Table 1 shows eight common steering related problems of the 1997 Chevrolet C1500. The number one most common problem is related to the steering (20 problems). The second most common problem is related to the hydraulic power assist steering system (16 problems).


Recently reported Steering problems of the 1997 Chevrolet C1500

The Steering problem

Vehicle has problems with steering control during short or long right hand turns. The wheel skips or moves on its own to the right causing driver to over correct the wheel.   Read details...

The Hydraulic Power Assist Steering System problem

'97 Chevrolet C1500 pickup steering "slips" and then grabs again. This sometimes causes slight to moderate lane changes unexpectedly. This has been ongoing since I purchased the vehicle, but dealership is at a loss as to how to repair it. Why doesn't gm recall these vehicles?   Read details...

The Steering Gear Box problem

Steering gear box locked . Manufcturer has been notified. Vehicle has been repaired .   Read details...


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