10.0

really awful
Crashes / Fires:
10 / 0
Injuries / Deaths:
2 / 0
Average Mileage:
39,278 miles

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problem #27

Oct 222018

Silverado 1500 6-cyl

  • 65,000 miles
The contact owns a 2016 Chevrolet Silverado 1500. While backing out of a driveway, the steering lost power and the service power steering indicator illuminated. The contact called dan cummins Chevrolet Buick dealer at 859-987-4345 (located at 1020 mlk jr blvd, paris, ky 40361) add was informed to bring the vehicle in for diagnostic testing. The manufacturer was made aware of the failure and did not assist. The vehicle was not repaired. The failure mileage was approximately 65,000. Updated 12/20/18

- Paris, KS, USA

problem #26

Oct 042018

Silverado 1500

  • 75,000 miles
The contact owns a 2016 Chevrolet Silverado 1500. While driving 45 mph, the steering wheel shook without warning. Once the vehicle came to a complete stop, it operated normally. Paris Chevrolet Buick GMC (1915 N main St, paris, tx 75460, (906) 669-1144) was contacted for a diagnostic appointment. The vehicle was not repaired and the failure recurred. The manufacturer was made aware of the failure and informed the contact that there were no recalls. The failure mileage was 75,000.

- Dekalb, TX, USA

problem #25

Jun 182018

Silverado 1500

  • 40,000 miles
The contact owns a 2016 Chevrolet Silverado 1500. While driving and turning into a fuel station, unknown warning indicators illuminated and the steering wheel seized. The contact had to slam on the brake pedal to avoid hitting a person and a gas pump. The contact turned off and restarted the vehicle, and it operated normally as the power steering was reset. The vehicle was taken to the dealer (alamo city Chevrolet, 9400 san pedro ave, san antonio, tx 78216, (210) 987-2134) where it was diagnosed that the electrical power steering shorted out and needed to be replaced. The vehicle was not repaired. The manufacturer was called and the contact was awaiting a call back as the warranty had expired. The failure mileage was 40,000.

- San Antonio, TX, USA

problem #24

Jun 242018

Silverado 1500

  • 41,000 miles
I bought the truck brand new in March of 2016. At just over 2 years and 40,000 miles, the electric power steering system started failing intermittently while driving the vehicle, seizing control of the steering. It happened while stopped, then it happened when turning on a city street. Extremely dangerous and should not happen on a new vehicle. Chevy is refusing to do anything about it even though this was a known issue and recall on the '14 & '15 model years.

- San Antonio, TX, USA

problem #23

Jun 032018

Silverado 1500

  • 41,000 miles
Driving down a country road the power steering failed while going around a corner at 40mph and came back almost causing total loss of control.

- Templeton, MA, USA

problem #22

Apr 122018

Silverado 1500

  • 19,000 miles
Makiing a turn the steering locked and engine died 2 times and yesterday while diving on the freeway at 70 miles per hour it died and managed to pull off the road. First time we allmost got hit by an other car. Im very, very concern. Truck has 19K miles

- Elsa, TX, USA

problem #21

Feb 252018

Silverado 1500

  • 37,730 miles
The stabilitrak has been going off at random times, several times in a row. Twice, over the span of two days, the stabilitrak has gone off while in motion, pulling into a parking spot on dry ground. It has also gone off about 4 times back-to-back while at slow speeds on an on ramp. The main display has also been randomly shutting off (screen goes black) without warning or obvious reason.

- San Antonio, TX, USA

problem #20

Dec 052017

Silverado 1500 4WD 8-cyl

  • 22,000 miles
The contact owns a 2016 Chevrolet Silverado 1500. While driving approximately 10 mph, the steering wheel failed to turn and the contact crashed into a light pole. There were no injuries and a police report was not filed. The vehicle was towed to an independent mechanic where the steering column was replaced. The failure was not corrected. The vehicle was taken to gallaes Chevrolet (2801 university blvd ne, albuquerque, nm), but was not diagnosed or repaired. The vehicle was then taken to marks casa Chevrolet (7201 lomas blvd ne, albuquerque, nm 87110). The vehicle was currently still at the dealer. The failure mileage was approximately 22,000.

- Albuquerque, NM, USA

problem #19

Aug 072017

Silverado 1500

  • miles
2016 Chevrolet Silverado 1500. Consumer writes in regards to loose front control arms and loss of steering while driving. The consumer stated the front control arms can break loose and a loss of steering can occur. The consumer requested to be included in a recall. Updated 10/25/2017

- Lexington, MA, USA

problem #18

Aug 292016

Silverado 1500

  • 1,500 miles
Vehicle intermittently loses all electrical controls: Power steering, engine power, stabilitrak, airbags. All electrical systems are compromised and the vehicle loses all power. Once the vehicle is turned off and back on a few times it will go into a 'limp mode'. I've been stranded in the vehicle 4 times. I have had this happen twice while driving down the freeway, once driving in a parking lot, and twice when first starting the vehicle. During one incident on the freeway I was in the center lane and lost all engine power, airbags, safety controls, and power steering. I was able to coast and make my way over to the shoulder. GM and the dealership have been unable to resolve the issue and are now refusing to honor the warranty, replace the vehicle, or refund the purchase. This has been a serious safety issue. I've had my wife and two small children in the vehicle when it has died on the freeway. Not only is it a significant danger to myself and my family, but any other vehicles in close proximity. As such I have refused to drive the vehicle any longer, but GM seems intent on ignoring this.

- Lehi, UT, USA

problem #17

Feb 282017

Silverado 1500

  • 200 miles
Purchased truck in February 2017 new had 100 miles on it now has 4435 miles on it now it's been in the dealer 3 times for vibration itso going back for a 4th time for theveryone same issue been to 2 different dealers has had 1 tire replaced on right front and 1 rim replaced on right rear still have vibration issue the the dealer is purchased it at said there's nothing wrong with it took to 2nd dealer they found the issues with it it still has vibration at 55 mph to 70 mph and developed a bad vibration at idle when in park and GM is involved

- Waynesboro, PA, USA

problem #16

May 032017

Silverado 1500

  • 7,500 miles
When attempting to turn left at an intersection the steering wheel stopped turning at about the 10 O'clock position, jerked hard to the right out of my hands. I braked and tried to turn again, the steering did this repeatly for five attempts. I turned the ignition off, waited about 10 seconds then restarted the truck. The steering then worked normally. My wife and I have experienced this type of episode 5 times between us. This truck does have the lane monitoring system and I have experienced the gentle tug of the steering wheel and vibration in the seat. This is not like that. This is an intermittent complete loss of steering control. This has happened at very low speed when making a left turn from a stopped position and it has happened at very low continuous speed such as entering a driveway. It has never happened when turning right. Sometimes it corrects itself, sometime you have to turn off the ignition and reboot it. I have given it to the dealer for evaluation. Their initial reaction was that they don't know what the problem is. Fortunately no damage to ourselves or others, but the potential is there. That is why I felt I should report this.

- Ponte Vedra Beach, FL, USA

problem #15

Mar 302017

Silverado 1500

  • 13,000 miles
I have a 2016 Chevrolet Silverado. Once you get to 70-80 miles per hour it shakes pretty bad. I noticed others have experienced same things. They even named it the "Chevy shake". I just wanted to file a complaint so it could be added to the list of others

- Montgomery, AL, USA

problem #14

Mar 162017

Silverado 1500

  • miles
Ongoing safety issue...vehicle looses power, steering, braking, all other devices inactive, driving safety of occupants and others relevant when driver has no control due to defect. Chevy mechanics believe might be steering system such as ignition and locking elements, due to grinding noise before vehicle looses power and other parts lock up, Chevy techs thought might be race and pinion, might be electrical, might be whatever, they are unable to conclusively determine this critical safety defect in truck. Chevy techs have commented they are skeptical about letting anyone drive until resolved. Investment hugh with loss of use and finding other transportation. Why own it. GM needs to reimburse cost and replace. This is a significant liability. All aspects of non functioning parts don't generate error codes, and this incident has reoccurred over eight times in five days. This requires action by GM, where is it. Loaner vehicle not sufficient replacement for investment. Safety issue commenced on March 16, towed multiple times, been to two dealers, initial more than 200 miles from home, and current dealer where purchased with 25 miles of home.

- Peculiar, MO, USA

problem #13

Mar 162017

Silverado 1500

  • 13,000 miles
Upon accelerating after traffic light, power fails, steering locks following grinding clanking sound in steering column. Also occurs same symptoms in attempt to move gear shift to park position. More frequent doing this procedure. Key moves by itself to originally input position in process of locking steering. This defect occurred eight times within five days, requiring towing, and being stranded. Vehicle delivered by tow service to nearest Chevy dealer on first few failures, vehicle returned to original dealer 230 miles away near owners home at cost of owner. Original dealer believes defect is potentially lignition locking system, attempting to verify at this period. This major safety issue of loosing power and systems locking up jeopardize occupants and others lives.again occurrences were at very low speed or in motion of parking.

- Peculiar, MO, USA

problem #12

Mar 162016

Silverado 1500

  • 13,000 miles
While in motion in city at intersection, stopped for light, proceeded forward but steering locked, brakes, and ignition switch inactive, a grinding clicking noise heard just as began accelerating before safety failure. Truck towed to a dealer, unable to determine cause, released truck, problem occurred again in three days causing vehicle to be towed again. Mechanic unsure, no errors codes, however sounded similar to early recall by GM for ignition switch torque problems, but noise could be per mechanic something in rack and pinion or rotary vene pump. Dealer not committing and suggest to drive. Safety for lives is concern in this matter with lack of electrical, steering, brakes, and ignition control by driver.

- Peculiar, MO, USA

problem #11

Aug 302016

Silverado 1500

  • 5,500 miles
The contact owns a 2016 Chevrolet Silverado 1500. The contact stated that the vehicle veered to the left or right while driving various speeds. The contact stated that the steering also felt abnormal. The dealer confirmed that there was a malfunction with the steering, but the cause of the failure could not be determined. The vehicle was not repaired. The manufacturer was not notified of the failure. The failure mileage was approximately 5,500. The VIN was not provided.

- Salmon, ID, USA

problem #10

Jan 142016

Silverado 1500

  • 6,080 miles
Sudden loss of steering including front end shake and braking problem.vehicle only has 6000 miles and both country club motors and Chevrolet Corp.have denied and fault of there's.I am a auto tech of 26 years and ase certified in steering and suspension believe that defective front suspension parts are very much to blame but I am getting the run around from all ends.I believe this issue is a cover up and really needs attention

- Andes, NY, USA

problem #9

Sep 152016

Silverado 1500

  • 3,500 miles
I have a 2016 Silverado Z71 4X4 has a lift kit lift kit was installed at 5200 miles truck now has 6000miles steering wheel when turning left or right at full turns U can feel the steering wheel pop and clunk this problem has been present since 3500 miles one time I full turned into a parking lot and heard a loud noise and felt it on the steering wheel never payed attention and since then I felt the clunk pop when turning at low speed didn't pay attention and now with the lift on I can feel it pop more and it's getting annoying my friend also with a 2015 Silverado 4X4 has the same problem with 10K miles when turning 90degress he gets the clunk and feels it skips a gear from the gears inside the rack pinion now I'm scared that or worried that something might. Happen to my steering and god forbid I might loss control of the truck

- Houston, TX, USA

problem #8

Jan 092017

Silverado 1500 4WD 6-cyl

  • 25,000 miles
Steering stiff in cold and never gets better after vehicle warms up. Anytime below 5 degrees F. I have had it in and they have replaced the whole electronic steering system with no help to the issue. I have read other forums where others are having the same issue. At slow speeds requires two hands to turn vehicle. Very dangerous if in a panic situation. Dealer said there is nothing else they can do. I live in mn and have had other GM pickups (1999,2010,2013) with no such issues in the cold weather.

- Detroit Lakes, MN, USA

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