10.0

really awful
Crashes / Fires:
2 / 0
Injuries / Deaths:
0 / 0
Average Mileage:
10,545 miles

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problem #11

Jul 032005

Silverado 3500 8-cyl

  • Automatic transmission
  • miles
On July 3 2005 while driving the vehicle lost power steering and driver had a hard time steering. Had to use two hands to steer. There was no warning from the vehicle that a problem would occur. Vehicle was taken to the dealership, and owner was informed that it would cost $700 to replace steering pump.

- Bellevue, NE, USA

problem #10

May 112004

Silverado 3500 4WD 8-cyl

  • Automatic transmission
  • 113,000 miles
My 1999 Chevy Z71 loses the power steering when turning left there was a recall on some cars in Jan 04 but my truck was not included my daughter had a minor accident that could have been very bad Chevy first said my truck would be included but now they say it will not be fixed and I can not get them send me any info on how to fix the prblem my dealer says they dont even know how to correct the problem

- Ringgold, GA, USA

problem #9

Apr 102000

Silverado 3500 4WD 8-cyl

  • Automatic transmission
  • 3,000 miles
The vehicle power steering sometimes locks up or becomes very difficult to turn the steering wheel especially when making a left hand turn when your foot is braking the vehicle. At times it seems as if the power steering looses power. The local dealer has looked at the vehicle numurous times and has always stated they could not find anything wrong with with the power steering even after the service manager (at the time) had the power steering lock up while he was testing the truck.

- Silver City, NM, USA

problem #8

Nov 132001

Silverado 3500

  • Automatic transmission
  • miles
While making a very slow and sharp U turn lost power steering and power brakes. Vehicle was towed to dealer who determined that power steering shaft had broken. Also, dealer has repaired 6 other vehicles for same problem.

- Englewood, CO, USA

problem #7

Jun 012000

Silverado 3500 4WD

  • miles
Steering and the braking systems on these vehicles should not go out with under 35000 miles on them.

- Alderson, WV, USA

problem #6

Sep 012000

Silverado 3500 4WD

  • miles
Steering was pulling to right after tire rotation with gradual progression and after 4 alignments and 3 front tire swaps it still pulls to right not as severely but noticeably different than before rotation. Also seems to have more play in the steering with about a 1/4 to 1/2" radius of no tire movement even though I am moving the wheel. Dealer kept the vehicle 2 days and said their machine was off but I had the job done the first two times and 1 front tire swap at another place and they also checked to see if the machine was off and it wasn't. any suggestions. If I let go of the steering wheel I will almost immediately divert to the right. What is the standard for a vehicle after it is aligned-how far should you be able to travel in a straight line assuming the road is level?

- Oak Forest, IL, USA

problem #5

Aug 232000

(reported on)

Silverado 3500

  • miles
Firestone wilderness/at tires had a bubble in it due to tread separation which caused a steering problem. Dealer has been contacted.

- Hillsboro, TN, USA

problem #4

Feb 011999

Silverado 3500 4WD

  • Automatic transmission
  • miles
Intermittently while applying the brakes power steering becomes inoperative which may result in loss of vehicle control. Dealer cannot determine the cause of the problem. Dealer has tried 4 times to repair this problem, but of no avail. Meanwhile dealer replaced gear steering box/power steering pump, and the cooling coil and hoses.

- Indianopolis, IN, USA

problem #3

Apr 011999

Silverado 3500 4WD

  • miles
I feel this vehicle is unsafe to drive unless this problem is repaired. It dangerously pulls to the right all the time. On secondary roads if you let go of the steering wheel the truck will jump hard to the right. It has been back four times for repair with little results. The last time kahty steel at midway Chevy (410-957-2222) told me that this problem cannot be corrected, it was in the design of the vehicle and nothing could be done, all the Silverado's will perform the same way. I am seeking legal help to get GM to repurchase the vehicle.( dot number: 2314 tire size: P265/75R16 )

- Princess Anne, MD, USA

problem #2

Aug 061999

(reported on)

Silverado 3500 4WD

  • miles
? power steering makes a loud noise turning wheel to left and quitens down turning to the right, while accelerating. Not sure if power steering is the problem. Dealer says other trucks make the same noise and want investagate until Chevrolet issues a tsb.

- Gaffney, SC, USA

problem #1

Jul 211999

Silverado 3500

  • miles
While driving 40 mph, lost control. Vehicle went into a ditch. Upon impact, driver's and passenger's airbags did not deploy which did not protect the occupant in this crash. Please provide further information and VIN#.

- Secour, IL, USA