10.0

really awful
Crashes / Fires:
8 / 0
Injuries / Deaths:
5 / 1
Average Mileage:
36,849 miles

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problem #146

Feb 092024

Silverado 1500

  • miles
Three or four instances of loss of power steering while making a right hand turn. Power steering failed momentarily except for the last time, steering failed completely while turning into a parking lot and I ended up in the snowbank. All electrical to the vehicle shut off to the vehicle and could not be restored until a new battery was installed. The new battery was completely discharged overnight. Possible related incidents are that several times I have had a message that the security system has been compromised, and I have been locked out of my vehicle spontaneously. I found that there is a recall for this year and model for this issue, but my VIN does not connect to any recall issued. I am afraid to drive this vehicle until this is corrected.

- Dublin, NH, USA

problem #145

Sep 152023

Silverado 1500

  • miles
The contact owns a 2015 Chevrolet Silverado 1500. The contact stated that on several occasions while driving at various speeds, the brake pedal was depressed, and the steering wheel pulled to the left. The EPS, ABS, and check engine warning lights were illuminated. The vehicle was taken to an independent mechanic where it was diagnosed that the EPS module needed to be replaced. The vehicle was not repaired. The manufacturer was not made aware of the failure. The failure mileage was unknown.

- South Bay, FL, USA

problem #144

Dec 042023

Silverado 1500

  • miles
The vehicle lost power steering and being an electronic system, there is nowhere to add fluid to the system. There was a recall for this issue from 2018 to 2019 and the repair service was performed on this vehicle. I now have to pay for the repairs that were once covered under a recall for a known issue.

- Windsor, VT, USA

problem #143

Nov 102023

Silverado 1500

  • miles
Electric power steering, loses power, on board computer lost memory, clock went 0, active fuel management mileage recorder to 0, M/L smog number to no ready

- Pittsburgh , PA, USA

problem #142

Oct 202022

Silverado 1500

  • miles
#1- I had my truck in a few years ago for a brake issues that they said was a computer reprogramming issue and vacuum pump. They repaired and the issue slowly came back. Now it feels as if there is little to no assist with braking and stopping distance is growing. I feel like my family is at risk if there were ever to be a time I need to brake hard or fast. Theire are no warning lamps but obvious excessive braking effort and can feel the brake rotors through the pedal. #2- Intermittently, at low speeds, pulling into parking lots and parking spaces while turning the steering wheel, electrical power cuts out, steering wheel jerks out of hand, and a dash light comes on saying "service stabilitrack". This is a huge safety issue that could certainly cause an accident. I have Googled this very common issue with my year Chevy Silverado and personally checked the grounds on the left and right under the front dash panel by each speaker and found them to be clean and tight. This leads me to believe it is something else and electrical and a huge safety problem. Only issue is that it is very random and hard to replicate. Seems to happen on hot days when I've been driving a lot. I just got off the phone with the local dealership and they are saying there are no other recalls aside from the current one for air bag issues which I just scheduled. But these other issues I feel are definitely safety manufacturer defects/issues especially being that it has been in for the brake issue once already and the steering/electrical issue is such a common thing when searching the internet.

- Florence, AZ, USA

problem #141

Oct 032023

Silverado 1500

  • 127,000 miles
The contact owns a 2015 Chevrolet Silverado. The contact stated that while driving at 15 MPH and attempting to complete a turn, he became aware that the electronic power steering was not functioning. After restarting the vehicle, it returned to normal functionality, but the failure became an intermittent occurrence. No warning lights were illuminated. The vehicle was taken to the dealer, who diagnosed a failure with the electronic power steering. The vehicle was not repaired. After investigating the failure, the contact related it to NHTSA Campaign Number:?18V586000 (Steering), but the VIN was not included. The manufacturer was not notified of the failure. The failure mileage was 127,000.

- Portales, NM, USA

problem #140

Sep 192023

Silverado 1500

  • miles
Power steering randomly stops working, sometimes warning lights come on when this happens. There is a recall affecting 2015 chevy vehicles that is related to a defect in the power steering system that causes similar issues, but my VIN is not part of the recall. How can I get the manufacturer to fix this?

- Natick, MA, USA

problem #139

Sep 072023

Silverado 1500

  • 86,000 miles
The contact owns a 2015 Chevrolet Silverado. The contact stated that while making a turn at 20 MPH, the power steering assist failed as the "service power steering, drive with caution, " warning message appeared on the instrument panel. Upon investigation, the contact discovered NHTSA Campaign Number: 14V719000 (Steering) which he linked to the failure. The vehicle was taken to a dealer where he was informed that both the electronic power assist and rack and pinion both needed to be replaced. The manufacturer was notified of the failure and was informed that the vehicle was not covered under recall. The vehicle had been repaired. The failure mileage was approximately 86,000.

- Crossville, TN, USA

problem #138

Sep 112023

Silverado 1500

  • miles
At low speed power steering will cut off and kick in opposite direction, radio will blank out followed by service stabilitrak warning has happened multiple times in last few wks since first of Sept 2023

- Lufkin, TX, USA

problem #137

Sep 032023

Silverado 1500

  • miles
Power steering stop working -??ACTION REQUIRED -?? Steering assist is reduced Drive with care

- San Diego, CA, USA

problem #136

Aug 202023

Silverado 1500

  • miles
Truck shuts down, power steering quits working and forces vehicle wheel back other direction, stablitrack light comes on, ac shuts down, truck loses power, sometimes completely shuts down while turning.

- Yukon, OK, USA

problem #135

Jul 162023

Silverado 1500

  • miles
While driving on the highway, I came to stop in traffic. Power shut off in truck. I had AC on and radio on and everything turned off.Dashboard went blank as well. Power restored and service stabiltrack notification came on. This happened multiple times while on road. Got off as soon as possible and took to dealership. Dealership has yet to get back to us. I believe this is related to the two recalls that I had completed. At no point should I lose power in the vehicle and not be able to control the car. This could have been a tragedy if driving at full speed and for vehicle to shut down.

- Union City, CA, USA

problem #134

Jul 132022

Silverado 1500

  • 63,000 miles
The contact owns a 2015 Chevrolet Silverado 1500. The contact stated while her husband was driving approximately 25 MPH, the "Service Power Steering-??, -??Service Stabili-trak" and "Service Four Wheel Drive" were displayed. The contact's husband was able to veer to the side of the roadway. The contact stated that her husband turned off and restarted the vehicle, and the vehicle responded as needed. The contact's husband was able to continue driving. The contact stated that the failure had been occurring increasingly and was persistent after restarting the vehicle. An alarm sounded. The contact stated that while driving from a complete stop, the vehicle hesitated to respond, and then jolted suddenly. The vehicle was taken to the dealer, who informed the contact that the failure could be related to NHTSA Campaign Numbers: 18V586000 (Steering) and 19V761000 (Service Brakes, Hydraulic, Service Brakes, Electronic Stability Control); however, additional diagnostics tests were being performed. The vehicle was not yet repaired. The manufacturer was notified of the failure and advised the contact that they could provide monetary assistance for the purchase of another vehicle. The failure mileage was approximately 63,000.

- Media, PA, USA

problem #133

Jun 142023

Silverado 1500

  • 188,000 miles
The contact owns a 2015 Chevrolet Silverado 1500. The contact stated that while driving approximately 40 MPH and making a right turn, the vehicle lost power steering functionality, causing the steering wheel to become difficult to turn, almost causing the vehicle to crash into another vehicle. The message "Power Steering, Drive with Care" was displayed. The vehicle was taken to the local dealer who diagnosed that the electrical power steering was faulty, and the steering rack needed to be replaced. The vehicle was not yet repaired. The manufacturer was notified of the failure, but no assistance was offered. The contact was informed that the VIN was not included in the NHTSA Campaign Number: 14V719000 (Steering). The failure mileage was 188,000.

- Hereford, TX, USA

problem #132

Jun 092023

Silverado 1500

  • miles
The component or system is the Electronic Power Steering System and my vehicle is available for inspection at any time needed. Although this started last week and is happening randomly it has happened three times all in the last week. While making a turn I lose all power steering, in fact all power and have to try to maneuver the truck safely. This is the same issue that GM issued a recall for GM recall 18289. NHTSA Campaign # 18V586. This problem is very dangerous and I almost collided head on due to this problem when leaving work and in a turning zone. The first time it happened my mom said it jerked the steering wheel. lost all power and she had to manhandle it to keep from hitting a child that was walking across the parking lot at a Dollar General store. I need to see about getting my truck fixed for this recall before someone is killed. My VIN may not be listed on the recall but the exact same thing is happening and I sure would hate to see someone killed before this is fixed. Mighty strange that my VIN is not listed but same exact thing is happening with the electronic power steering (EPS). I am asking for your help in guiding me to getting this fixed. Two other known issues with this vehicle have also happened. One was valve collapsed and I was able to get that fixed under warranty cause I only had the truck for a short time. I've spoken with dealership and they say vehicle charge to look at the vehicle would be $159.95 and that will be applied to repair cost but mechanics would have to determine if my issue is considered under the recall. I can almost surely guess what that answer will be. Please assist me in the direction I need to go to get this fixed.

- Pearl River, LA, USA

problem #131

May 112023

Silverado 1500

  • miles
Steering assist was sluggish and engine stalled when driving slowly or entering a turn; engine stalled when on a road incline;

- Visalia, CA, USA

problem #130

Oct 292019

Silverado 1500

  • miles
Brought this vehicle in several times to the dealership for electric power steering momentarily failing and coming back. Dealership says this VIN is not associated to a recall. This issue has almost caused me several accidents as well as the shop foreman/manager. This is safety related and needs to be addressed

- Northbridge, MA, USA

problem #129

Apr 112023

Silverado 1500

  • miles
Truck stalles when wheel is turned at idle or low speed. No warning just dies. No problem restarting.

- Rockvale, CO, USA

problem #128

Apr 082023

Silverado 1500

  • 110,000 miles
The contact owns a 2015 Chevrolet Silverado 1500. The contact stated while slowing down to make a U turn, the vehicle lost power steering functionality. There was no warning light illuminated. The contact stated that the power steering became operable after making the turn and accelerating. The contact stated that the failure had been reoccurring while slowing down to make a turn. The dealer was notified of the failure and an appointment was scheduled for a diagnostic test. The vehicle was not diagnosed nor repaired. The manufacturer was notified of the failure and informed the contact that the power steering control module (PSCM) had been reprogrammed in 2019. The contact related the failure to NHTSA Campaign Number: 18V586000 (Steering). The failure mileage was approximately 110,000.

- Converse, TX, USA

problem #127

Feb 122023

Silverado 1500

  • 108,000 miles
The contact owns a 2015 Chevrolet Silverado 1500. The contact stated while driving 80 MPH the steering wheel became firm. There was no warning light illuminated. The vehicle was taken to the dealer and a software update was performed; however, the failure reoccurred. The manufacturer was not contacted. The failure mileage was 108,000.

- Beatrice, NE, USA

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