Steering Wheel problems of the 1999 Chevrolet Corvette - part 2

Steering wheel locked up while vehicle was moving in reverse at approximately 5 mph. This is a well documented problem that has plagued the c5 Corvette for years. There have been reports of the steering locking up while the vehicle is proceeding at speed down the highway. I am deeply concerned that this problem could result in serious injury or death to me and possibly others. Please act responsibly and force the recall of this vehicle before somone is killed. Ref. In ea02-031.

Steering wheel locks up after key has been turned. Ongoing problem for me - dealership says "nothing is wrong. " however, I have discovered through my own investigations that many others with 1997 - 2000 Corvettes are experiencing the same frustration. Luckily the car was in the driveway every time this happened so at least I was not stranded. Gm needs to address this problem immediately! ref. In ea02-031.

Pe99-066, when backing out of a parking space steering wheel locked up, causing loss of control. Consumer contacted dealer. Dealer knew of the problem, and stated that they have replaced several lock pins. Ref. In ea02-031.

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Steering column locked rendering vehicle inoperable. Happened in garage right after I started the car. It's been removed and replaced by a local chevy dealer, mac haik Chevrolet 281-497-6600. Ref. In ea02-031.

Steering column has failed to unlock on 4 occasions. No accidents or incidents, but could be very dangerous if a person starts $50000 car and proceeds to merge into traffic only to find the steering wheel is locked. Gm has not been able to diagnose problem with two visits to dealer. Need gov't intervention to get gm in gear. Ref. In ea02-031.

Steering column locks up due to faulty steering wheel locking mechanism. Problem still exists after several attempts by the dealer to repair. Consumer now askeing that Chevrolet repurchase the vehicle. Ref. In ea02-031.

Steering column motor locks up, it goes out every 5000-8,000 miles. Pulling into driveway steering locked, vehicle cut off, and consumer had to press down very hard on brake to stop. Consumer has contacted GMC, but GMC hasn't responded enough to show concern. Pleae VIN# to form. Ref. In ea02-031.

While trying to start vehicle steering locked , making it difficult for consumer to start vehicle. Also, indicator light flashed. Dealer has been contacted ref. In ea02-031.

While driving out of a parking lot at a speed of 5-10 mph and trying to make a right turn, steering wheel locked up, and was unable to be turned. Vehicle was later towed to the dealer. Ref. In ea02-031.

While pulling out of a parking lot at a speed of 5-10 mph consumer began to make a right turn and steering wheel locked up.

Steering wheel will intermittently lock up while consumer is driving, which does not allow consumer to control vehicle. Ref. In ea02-031.

The steering column locked while I was driving this car through a parking lot (luckily). I was unable to steer altogether and simply had to leave the car where it was. The dealership I took it to in raleigh, nc (bobby murray), where the car currently is, had 3 other Corvettes with the same problem on that day. The service manager told me this dangerous problem had been occurring fairly often but Chevrolet had not recalled the cars. Do you have any suggestions? please help. Ref. In ea02-031.

At time of starting engine the steering column locks up. Nlm ref. In ea02-031.

Steering column lock failed in "unlock" position. . . Have talked with owners of similar veh. That have experienced fail in "lock" position while in motion!! ref. In ea02-031.

Pe99066, intermittley while driving, the steering wheel locks up, causing a loss of steering control and a crash. Chevrolet said in order to unlock the steering wheel had to remove the key and wait 20 seconds. Dealer replaced parts in the steering system, but problem is reoccurring. Dealer cannot determine the problem. Please provide further information. Ref. In ea02-031.

I have heard from my corvete club about other Corvettes that have had this problem while driving!!! it has caused accidents, and I am worried about it recurring.

Steering wheel locked as car was being backed up. This also has happened twice to a friend who has the same yr/model. Dealer says they are not sure if this can happen while driving. Is Chevrolet going to wait for someone to get killed before they fix this defect ref. In ea02-031.

The steering column has locked and would not unlock twice: first at 7200 miles, and again at 37000 miles. Delaer repaired both times; the concern is if it happens again while driving. Ref. In ea02-031.

Vehicle experiencing problem with steering column locking up intermittently. Vehicle has been in / out of dealer shop, and dealer replaced the column electric motor on five occasions. However, problem is still occurring. Feel free to provide further details.

Steering column locked up while going in reverse. Vehicle had to be put in park and the key had to be put in the ignition again. The second time it happened the vehicle locked up, it wouldn't come loose. Dealer has not seen vehicle. Ref. In ea02-031.

GMC recall on this item seems to be an inefficient way to handle this problem. No safety defect stated.