Table 1 shows three common steering related problems of the 2002 Chevrolet S10.
| Problem Category | Number of Problems |
|---|---|
| Steering Rack And Pinion problems | |
| Steering Tie Rod Assembly problems | |
| Steering problems |
Consumer stated vehicle was leaking gear oil out of the rear end. Took vehicle to the dealer three times for repairs, and each time they did not repair it properly. Consumer had to take it back again after a while. Vehicle was in the repair shop for fourth time. Mechanic kept insisting that rack and pinion was the problem.
1999 Chevrolet S10 driveworks steering inner tie rod end part no. Dw-es3380t. Right against the front cross member on my 1999 S10. This could cause binding in the steering. Could cause truck to crash. Economy inner tie rods are wrong but professional grade inner tie rods are correct. This is a problem at many parts stores and online part stores (advance auto, auto zone, rockauto, etc. ) I believe this could cause serious injury or death.
When my truck ran out of gas on the freeway, my steering locked up and brak s failed.