general problems of the 1998 Chevrolet C1500

Four problems related to steering have been reported for the 1998 Chevrolet C1500. The most recently reported issues are listed below.

1 Steering problem

Failure Date: 01/01/2001

Vehicle veers suddenly right or left during turns. Owner relpaced evo sensor and corrected the problem. Upon inspection of failed unit, owner found that the grease from steering shaft had leaked down into this sensor, causing unit to fail. I know of 2 other owners of trucks with this system that have this identicle issue.

2 Steering problem

Failure Date: 01/01/1999

Steering wheel would on any unexpected time, suddenly and abruptly, pull to the left or right when going into a curve in the road. Consumer took vehicle to the dealership, and the mechanic told him that they replaced the power steering pressure sensor, and he needs to have it done again.

3 Steering problem

Failure Date: 06/01/1998

Ea99011; the steering system malfunctioned while driving which may cause a loss of vehicle control and result in a crash. Please provide further information.

4 Steering problem

Failure Date: 03/13/1998

Intermittent problems. After a turn/acceleration, steering wheel seemed like some one was holding it.




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