31 problems related to steering have been reported for the 2006 Chevrolet Corvette. The most recently reported issues are listed below. Please also check out the statistics and reliability analysis of the 2006 Chevrolet Corvette based on all problems reported for the 2006 Corvette.
I purchased this car from a dealer in sarasota florida. Driving it home from the dealer, I was driving approximately 70 mph on [xxx] near sarasota. The vehicle suddenly braked and pulled to the left simultaneously. I have taken it to a repair shop that specializes in Corvettes, and trying to id the problem. In doing research, evidently it is related to the active handling system. There is a recall NHTSA campaign number: 10v172000 manufacturer general motors corp. Components steering potential number of units affected 40,028 and a service bulletin 10118. Information redacted pursuant to the freedom of information act (foia), 5 u. S. C. 552(b)(6).
My service active handling and traction control light will come on randomly and disappear, when it does come on usually my car will brake on one side of the car and skip and skid over to one side. When it happens I have zero control of the braking and steering and it has taken my car into another lane completely. It is terrifying and I've had the whole brake system replaced, along with ecm, ebcm, rack and pinion all suspension and steering components, wiring harness and just about everything I could think of that may cause it. I have a tilting telescope steering wheel and I've heard that they can cause this.
On numerous occasions the past two years the active handling system in the vehicle will take control for no reason and brake on one side causing the car to swerve out of its lane and other times applies the brakes on its own. Very dangerous.
This complaint is about submitted complaint 11350345 which I never received a response from NHTSA about. Why did I not receive a response? kevin.
2006 Corvette, VIN is 1g1yy26u865110767 approximately 10 times while driving anywhere from 5 mph to 75 mph the steering wheel jerks the vehicle the left. . . . . . . Almost causing an accident many times by pulling me into the median.
The contact owns a 2006 Chevrolet Corvette. The contact stated that while driving at 35 mph, the vehicle suddenly jerked to the right as the service active handling warning message illuminated. The contact was able to drive home without incident after the vehicle was inspected. Upon investigation, the contact discovered NHTSA campaign number: 10v172000 (steering) which the contact linked with the failure. The contact spoke to both the manufacturer and peltier Chevrolet (2700 w. Sw loop 323, tyler, TX 75701) where the contact was informed that the vehicle was not included in the recall. The vehicle had not been repaired. The failure mileage was approximately 50,000.
When I move the sterring wheel completely to the left the car have and interruption and pull to the left or right and the service active handling system message appears.
Recently when I made a turn in front of on coming traffic the Corvette steering did not return to center I almost hit he vehicle at the stop sign !!!!!! I also notice the abs light on.
Steering wheel locked while driving.
Tl the contact owns a 2006 Chevrolet Corvette. While driving 35 mph, the active handling system engaged and the front end of the vehicle shook. The vehicle was driven to the contact's residence. The dealer was notified and stated that there was no recall for the failure. The manufacturer was not notified of the failure. The VIN was unknown. The failure mileage was 65,000.
Began to notice a sensed vehicle self steering sensation on 7/12/17. The vehicle feels like the rear wheels are sliding around with no traction or as if the rear wheels are steering themselves. It is occurring at all speeds, even while driving up an inclined driveway.
1g1yy36u465110903 2006 Corvettes have recall for service active handling apply brakes or one side of brake . . . The car I own and drive has this problem happened more than once . . Why would my car not be on a recall too.
The contact owns a 2006 Chevrolet Corvette. While driving 30 mph, the active handling system engaged and the front end of the vehicle began to shake. While the accelerator pedal was depressed, the brakes engaged independently. The vehicle was taken to michaels Toyota of fresno, California (50 west bullards Ave, (559) 431-7576 93704), but the source of the failure could not be determined. The manufacturer was not made aware of the issue. The contact indicated that NHTSA campaign number: 10v172000 (steering) was a possible explanation for the failure. The failure mileage was approximately 110,000.
The contact owns a 2006 Chevrolet Corvette. While driving approximately 70 mph, the vehicle braked independently and "service active handling system error" illuminated on the message board. The contact had to restart the vehicle in order for it to operate properly. The vehicle was not diagnosed or repaired. The contact was aware that the previous owner repaired the vehicle per NHTSA campaign number: 10v172000(steering). The manufacturer was notified of the failure. The approximate failure mileage was 22,000.
The contact owns a 2006 Chevrolet Corvette. While reversing the vehicle at approximately 5 mph, the service ride control warning indicator illuminated. The contact also observed that the steering wheel pulled in the opposite direction occasionally. The VIN was not included in NHTSA campaign number: 10v172000 (steering). The vehicle was not diagnosed nor repaired. The manufacturer was notified of the failure. The failure mileage was approximately 40,000.
The contact owns a 2006 Chevrolet Corvette. When the engine was started, a "service active handling" message appeared on the instrument panel. The error message was cleared by the contact. While driving at any speed, the brakes activated independently. The vehicle was pulled over. The vehicle was not taken to a mechanic. The vehicle was not diagnosed or repaired. The contact referenced NHTSA campaign number: 10v172000 (steering). The failure mileage was unknown.
The contact owns a 2006 Chevrolet Corvette. While driving approximately 70 mph, the service active handling system warning message displayed. The failure recurred multiple times. The vehicle was not diagnosed nor repaired. The manufacturer was not notified of the failure. The VIN was not included in NHTSA campaign number: 10v172000 (steering). The failure mileage was 110,000.
Driving on the freeway at approx. 65 mph. , the steering wheel on my car " took control of itself and jerked to the left: on the dash pod it stated " service active handling system" . I pulled the car over as soon as I could do so safely and shut the car off. After restarting it the warning went away and the steering returned to normal.
Rarely, during low speeds (under 15 mph), while driving straight, the left rear wheel will lock up, inducing a harsh left turn, unstable maneuvering, and causing the motor to attempt to stall. Steering is extremely unstable and violent and operator has to fight against the car wanting to turn left by applying extreme right to the steering wheel. The only remedy is to engage and disengage the clutch several times until the left rear wheel unlocks. Symptoms have not occurred during normal traffic speeds (above 15 mph). Auto handling/traction control and abs lights are activated during this event. Vehicle is in factory condition. Only exception is alternate brand of tire (nitto invos) - but maintaining factory specifications (front: 275/35zr18; rear: 325/30zr19). Have not reported to manufacturer yet (it is too random and rare to reproduce on a predictable occurrence). Environmental conditions: normal (sunny, dry paved surface).
Tl-the contact owns a 2006 Chevrolet Corvette. The contact stated while driving approximately 65 mph the service handling system light illuminated and would illuminate continuously. The vehicle was not diagnosed or repaired. The contact was aware of NHTSA campaign number: 10v172000 (steering) however, the VIN was not included. The manufacturer was notified of the failure. The approximate failure mileage was 23,000. Mm.
A recall on 2005/2006 Corvettes for the 'service active handling system" exists. My car is not listed on that recall. My car has had this problem for over a year and I have noticed a difference. The light for "service" of the active handling system is now on all of the time.
While driving the car the active handling comes on then the car pull to one side (right) very hard then release.
The contact own a 2006 Chevrolet Corvette. The contact stated while driving 15 mph, he was in the process of making a turn when it started to make a loud noise. The contact mentioned that the service active handling system warning message illuminated on the instrument panel. The contact mentioned that the vehicle was repaired under NHTSA recall campaign number: 10v172000 (steering). The vehicle was taken to the dealer where the technician was unable to diagnose the failure. The manufacturer was made aware of the failure. The vehicle was not repaired. The failure mileage was 14,000 and the current mileage was 16,000.
Service active handling in dic pulled to left.
The contact owns a 2006 Chevrolet Corvette. The contact stated while traveling 50 mph the service active handling system light illuminated. The contact lost control of the vehicle and veered to the left through traffic before hitting a wall. The driver of the vehicle sustained minor cuts and bruises. The vehicle was towed to the contact's residence. The vehicle was not repaired. The manufacturer was not contacted. The failure and current mileage was 103,000.
The contact owns a 2006 Chevrolet Corvette. The contact stated that while driving 70 mph, the brakes engaged independently as the front passenger's side tire seized. The failure caused the vehicle to sway abnormally from left to right. The contact mentioned that the service active handling system warning message was also illuminated. The vehicle was taken to the dealer. The technician was unable to diagnose the failure. The manufacturer was made aware of the failure and advised that the vehicle was not included in NHTSA campaign number: 10v172000 (steering). The vehicle was not repaired. The failure mileage was 35,000 and the current mileage was 42,000.
The contact owns a 2006 Chevrolet Corvette. While driving approximately 35 mph, the service active handling system light illuminated on the instrument panel. The light continued to illuminate until the vehicle was shut off. Upon restart, the light was no longer illuminated. The failure occurred again, and the vehicle was not taken to have the failure diagnosed. The vehicle was not repaired. The failure mileage was 13,600 and the current mileage was 13,700.
2006 Corvette coupe- front left tire locked up @ 35 mph. The recall clip had already been installed before I purchased the car. The tech at the local gm dealer called gm. And was told to replace the steering wheel position sensor.
There is 2 recalls on my 06 z06 which was built in 11/05. ! is the roof coming off and the other is the steering wheel poisoning sensor. I was is contact with the NHTSA campaign id number : 10v172000 on this. Gm and my dealer keeps telling me my car is out of warrenty. This isn't warranty and my car has both problems and the dealer has been told for 2 yrs about these problems.
Current investigation number ea09-002. Multiple incidents of "service active handling" message about once a month. Took to dealer in 2012, replaced steering angle sensor - chevy supposedly paid part, charged me $400. Problem is starting to occur again. This vehicle was made in March 2006 and was outside the recall VIN range. Luckily no handling issues.
: the contact stated there was a vibration in the steering while driving 20mph or while in reversing. The vehicle was inspected by a dealer who was unable to determine the cause of the vibration. The manufacturer was alerted.