Hydraulic Power Assist Steering System problems of the 1998 GMC Sierra

Two problems related to hydraulic power assist steering system have been reported for the 1998 GMC Sierra. The most recently reported issues are listed below.

1 Hydraulic Power Assist Steering System problem

Failure Date: 04/11/2002

Loss of control / errratic power steering assist.

2 Hydraulic Power Assist Steering System problem

Failure Date: 03/01/2001

While driving at any speed and when attempting to make a right hand turn power steering will suddenly kick in, causing consumer to oversteer. Dealership has yet to determine a cause for this problem. Please provide any additional information/attachments.


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