Chevrolet C/k 2500 owners have reported 9 steering related problems since 1996. Table 1 shows the 6 most common steering problems. The number one most common problem is related to the vehicle's steering tie rod assembly (2 problems). The second most common problem is related to the vehicle's steering idler arm (2 problems). For details of each of the problem category, use the links in the table.
Linkage from steering wheel to tie rods fell off. Vehicle was in a parking lot. Linkage came apart which disengaged the saftey air bag. Cost to tow to the shop $75. 00 to replace the bolt and spring for the linkage and saftey air bag the repair is $735. 00 stay away from gm products. Read details...
The steering was causing us problems. We took the truck to our local auto repair shop and they informed us it is the idler arm. After researching this topic it seems this has been a problem reported before. It also occurred on my uncle's 2005 Chevrolet truck. Read details...
The contact stated while driving 20 mph the shaft went into the power steering pump and broke it. This caused the steering and brakes not to work. He was able to stop the vehicle with the emergency brake. The vehicle was towed to the dealership and they replaced the power steering pump. Read details...
Power steering problem identical to known defects affecting gm cars. I have identical symptoms regarding sudden rotation of the steering wheel in a left turn. The upcoming recall of 1996-7 cars does not include pickup trucks built in the same time frame. Read details...
I purchased this vehicle from a dealer with a one year certified used warranty at 49k miles. Within a month of purchase I noticed an excessive amount of free-play in the steering and noticed a loose pitman arm when rotating the steering wheel and observing this part. Read details...