Table 1 shows four common steering related problems of the 1996 Chevrolet Tahoe. The number one most common problem is related to the hydraulic power assist steering system (three problems). The second most common problem is related to the steering gear box shaft pitman (one problem).
| Problem Category | Number of Problems |
|---|---|
| Hydraulic Power Assist Steering System problems | |
| Steering Gear Box Shaft Pitman problems | |
| Steering problems | |
| Steering Wheel problems |
Sudden loss of power steering occurred when the shaft rotating the pump became loose. Yh Read details...
Steering went completely out traveling at a speed of ~25/mph. Steering wheel just turned but tires did not move. Was told by the dealer that a missing nut on center link to pitman arm. Replaced nut and set front torque to Chevrolet specifications. Read details...
Vehicle's electronic 4-wheel drive switched from 2-wheel to 4-wheel drive by itself. Read details...