Two problems related to steering column have been reported for the 2006 Chevrolet Silverado 2500. The most recently reported issues are listed below. Please also check out the statistics and reliability analysis of the 2006 Chevrolet Silverado 2500 based on all problems reported for the 2006 Silverado 2500.
Steering column knock in my Chevrolet 2500 hd silverado. Problem occurred sometime around 38k miles. Was told by dealer it was a broken steering arm. Now at 65k miles and having the same knocking sound in the steering column.
I have a 2006 Chevrolet silverado that has presented a problem in the steering assembly of the vehicle. I noticed a moaning noise that was present while turning to the right. I brought this up to the dealer in my area and they informed me that my problem was my steering box was leaking and needed replacement. I went ahead with the suggested repair. This however did not fix my problem. I brought the truck back, they examined it and told me to replace the power steering pump as it was leaking and that should take care of it. I did as suggested but still not fixed. Mind you this was at 50,000 miles. I brought the truck back, examined it again, and this time was told that I needed to replace both tie rod ends and the idler arm to correct the problem. So I did as suggested. Still not fixed. I took it back again, they examined it, and by this time the problem is getting worse, louder noise etc. They said, well the power steering control valve needed replacement, I agreed, they said this would do it. The dealer fixed half of it. Now I have a high pitched noise under the hood and the remedy for that is to replace the steering box that I replaced 30,000 miles prior. I needed to hand over more money and in two and a half years I go through two steering boxes, so I called chevy and asked them if maybe they would help with the bill, they agreed to pay a portion, but that's not really good enough in my book. If they cant stand behind a steering box for 30,000 miles what's next. The dealer has also informed me that this does effect my braking as well as the truck idling irregularly. I am very dissatisfied with Chevrolet and gm. When I wanted to take this to the next step with the company, they told me I should not spoil a good deal that they are offering, and if I do take it higher I was advised they might not be so kind to me. What a deal!!.