Chevrolet K1500 owners have reported 8 problems related to steering gear box (under the steering category). The most recently reported issues are listed below.
Unspecified internals of gear box failed resulting in intermittent unwanted steering changes (vehicle steers on it's own) dt.
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When vehicle has been driven over a period of time, and when making a right or a left hand turn, front end was making loud noises. Consumer has contacted dealer,, they determined that steering gear box was loose causing the problem.
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Steering consistency varies when cornering esp. To the right.
Steering gear box failed.
The steering lacks the self straighting feature. Was told that it was caused by not having adaquate alignemet adjustability, it makes the truck hard to control.
Upon starting up experienced power steering assist failure, can only turn one revelation before steering binds, and becomes extremely difficult to turn wheel. Also, while driving at approx. 40mph, experienced power steering assist failure, required excessive effort to control vehicle, dealer's also replaced power steering pump twice, and power steering gear box once, problem persists.
Steering locks up momentarly then releases during slow left turns.
Steering box gear stripped out. Nlm.
| Problem Category | Number of Problems |
|---|---|
| Hydraulic Power Assist Steering System problems | |
| Steering problems | |
| Steering Gear Box problems | |
| Steering Wheel problems | |
| Steering Failed problems | |
| Steering Is Loose problems | |
| Steering Rod Relay Connection problems | |
| Power Steering Pump problems |