Hydraulic Power Assist Steering System problems of the 1996 Oldsmobile Aurora

Four problems related to hydraulic power assist steering system have been reported for the 1996 Oldsmobile Aurora. The most recently reported issues are listed below.

1 Hydraulic Power Assist Steering System problem

Failure Date: 12/14/2001

While traveling less than 5 mph steering wheel failed to control the direction of vehicle. Dealership examined vehicle and determined power steering unit and rack and pinion steering broke free of frame, causing the problem. Please provide any additional information / documentation.

2 Hydraulic Power Assist Steering System problem

Failure Date: 08/02/2001

Car looses power steering on slow manuvering turns. Without warning. Intermittently.

3 Hydraulic Power Assist Steering System problem

Failure Date: 10/04/1996

Steering failure, when driving complete loss of steering, also cut cable to the airbags and warning lights.

4 Hydraulic Power Assist Steering System problem

My vehicle becomes nearly impossible to complete a right hand turn after driving on wet road or highway. Feels like engine has stopped and power assisted steering is gone, however, eingne has not stopped, steering becomes unresponsive. This happens every time a right hand turn is negotiated.


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