16 problems related to steering rack and pinion have been reported for the 1996 Chevrolet Cavalier. The most recently reported issues are listed below.
Recall campaign: power steering gear recall. The consumer had difficulty keeping the steering from wandering after the recall repair was done, the consumer had no problems with the vehicle prior. Recall# 02v286000. After having the vehicle in the dealer 3 times the rack and pinion was finally replaced in which the consumer stated should have been included in the recall. The consumer is requesting reimbursement.
Nhtsa recall 02v286000, after having the vehicle serviced on a recall for rack and pinion the power steering was still defective.
Consumer was informed there was no parts available regarding the rack and pinion, recall # 02 v 286 000.
When the consumer attempted to the vehicle, the steering wheel froze up, which almost caused the consumer to lose control, the mechanic informed consumer a new rack and pinion was needed. Mr.
The steering wheel was difficult to turn. Had the rack and pinion unit replaced before receiving the recall notice.
Noticed a leak coming from vehicle . Took vehicle to dealer to have it analized. Leak was coming from rack and pinion steering, which totally damaged vehicle. Contacted dealer. This should not happen at this mileage.
Rack and pinion steering failed while driving and caused steering to lock up at 10 mph. Manufaucturer was notified. Feel free to provide any further information.
No summary listed for above vehicle.
Steering wheel locked up. Took vehicle to dealer, and dealer said it was rack and pinion steering that needed to be replaced.
Power steering failed on 2 separate occasions. Had problem fixed first time dealer wants to total vehicle second time. Gm did not own up to the problem. Said car did not fall under the recall period, even though problems have been occurring frequently. **dimsii ivoq entry posted after 12-12-02 cut over to artemis**770164.
This is a second report of the power steerig failure. The first was loss of power assist only. The second failure was total lock up of the steering system. The rack and pinnion assembly has been replaced, it would be available for your inspection until 8/25/99. The failure occured after backing out of a parking space which required a complete turn t.
In cold weather steering becomes hard and unmanageable. Chevrolet was contacted numerous times and 4 attempts were made to correct the problem, all with no avail. My vehicle has been in the garage for 4 months not in use due to this problem. I am very concerned that a part will fail and cost me an accident or even my life. Thanks steve lehst.
Believe this to be manu. Defect. Gm doesn't want to cover cost of repair - km. No safety defect listed within the summary.
The steering rack & pinion had to be replaced.
Consumer state while traveling without any indication steering wheel locked up causing consumer to have a vehicle crash. Manufacture has been contacted please provide further information. Ts.
Rack and pinion broke causing fluid to leak.