Steering Related Problems of the 2004 Chevrolet Express

Table 1 shows two common steering related problems of the 2004 Chevrolet Express.

Table 1. Steering related problems of Chevrolet Express

Problem Category Number of Problems
Steering Knuckle Spindle problems
1
Lose Power Steering problems
1

Steering Knuckle Spindle problem #1

Left front wheel disengaged from van at 55 miles per hour on the interstate due to a nut falling off of the spindle. This was a very dangerous and costly situation.

Lose Power Steering problem #2

Vehicle has continued to evidence problems similar to what's described by NHTSA campaign id no. 04v452000. Power steering pump and belts have been replaced and gm dealer performed hydro boost inspection test and it passed; said no further action required. Bus has again lost power steering and brakes to cause a dangerous condition. Dealer says it is not a vehicle that recall applies to.


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