2009 Chevrolet Traverse Steering Problems
- 222
- Owner complaint records in our dataset
Records are owner complaints, not a measured failure rate.
Owner complaint recordsComplaint records reflect reports in our dataset and do not measure how frequently the problem occurs across all vehicles.
Among these 222 stored complaint records:
- 5 indicate a crash
- 0 indicate injury
- 0 indicate fire
What owners report
- power steering · 121 records
- steering wheel · 34 records
- rack pinion · 27 records
- steering fluid · 15 records
- steering pump · 14 records
- hard turn · 13 records
Mileage in stored records
| Band | Records |
|---|---|
| 60–100k mi | 112 |
| 30–60k mi | 47 |
| 100–150k mi | 26 |
| 1–30k mi | 14 |
| 150–400k mi | 8 |
Complaint records
Owner-submitted complaint content, presented as stored.
Steering
Tl* the contact owns a 2009 chevrolet traverse. The contact stated that while turning the steering wheel, the steering wheel would seize without warning. The contact had to turn the steering wheel several times in order for the steering wheel to become loose. The failure recurred as the contact made sharp turns. The vehicle was not taken to dealer or a repair shop for inspection or repair. The manufacturer was not…
ODI 10470787
Steering
When it gets wet underneath the steering stops and freezes up until i can the wheels straight and it has happened to me turning either left or right the dealer checked steering belt and found it wasn't that. It is dangerous to drive when there is puddles on the roads. Dealer told me to bring it back when it does it again. I have to wait until it rains. *tr
ODI 10435362
Fuel/Propulsion System · Steering · Vehicle Speed Control
As we were driving along an on ramp to a highway as we reached 55mph the vehicle was sluggish and would "pull" constantly as we tried to accelerate all the way until we reached 65-70 mph. This started happening more and more frequently even while driving at lower speeds on city streets. Again getting that "pulling" or "bucking" sensation as we tried to accelerate. We took the vehicle to the dealership and they…
ODI 10491761
Steering
Tl* the contact owns a 2009 chevrolet traverse. The contact stated that while driving 15 mph, the power steering assist failed. The contact stated that he had to shut off and restart the vehicle in order for the vehicle to function properly. The vehicle was taken to the dealer for inspection and they stated that the power steering pump needed to be replaced. The vehicle was repaired but the failure recurred. The…
ODI 10505500
Steering
The 2009 chevrolet traverse has known steering problems, power steering pump, gears, etc. In talking to the local dealership, chevy knows of this issue but continues to offer no assistance in a solution. According to the service technician, the problem is based on a poor design in the pump housing and gear assembly with the power steering, as he states..."the pump is too small". The problem is in turning at low…
ODI 10543208
Steering
I began noticing that my steering wheel would make a clicking noise. Then a while later, i began to notice it was increasingly harder to make sharp left/right turns into parking spaces. I took in my vehicle at 53,000 miles and they said the steering gear had failed. It took 2 days to repair and almost $1400. Then i'm driving the car less than a day and can't again turn into a parking space. I cranked the wheel with…
ODI 10412206
Steering
I bought my traverse new in 2009 and absolutely love my crossover, however about two years after purchase i started having loss of power steering while driving. I took the car back to the dealer on more then one occasions to no avail they tell me they can't find anything wrong. I've looked online and i see numerous owners with the same problem. I've loss power steering while parking, backing up, making left or right…
ODI 10576706
Steering
For several years i have been having ongoing problems with the power steering on my traverse. I have seen countless other similar claims on chevy forums. I have had dealer replace parts, but problems return. Chevy offered some owners a repair for vehicles under 150000 miles or 10 years, but now i have gone past that they refuse to cover repair. This loss of steering control is unsafe and a more permanent remedy…
ODI 10733086
Steering
Loud thumping noise when turning the steering wheel. Sounded like something fell out of the front end of the car. Car dealership replaced rack and pinion and bled power steering and set toe. Found noise traced to internal rack failure which caused clunk when turned back and forth. Repaired 3/2011
ODI 10393665
Steering
When my vehicle was 2 years old and had approximately 35,900 miles, i started hearing a low whining noise in the steering column whenever the steering wheel was turned. The intermittent noise continued, so i had the vehicle serviced on 2/18/11 with mileage of 36,379. The dealership was unable to duplicate the noise. The noise continued getting worse; became louder and constant. I had the vehicle serviced on 8/24/11…
ODI 10422249
Steering
Power steering makes odd, high-pitched squeaking noises, sometimes chatters and has completely failed on several occasions. This has been happening since we purchased the car in 2011 with only about 12,000 miles. I have asked the dealership about this every time the car was serviced and was told this is normal. I don't see how it's normal to be driving a car and suddenly have no steering. I am honestly scared every…
ODI 11075058
Steering
Since mid-'10, our '09 traverse has had issues with the power steering. When the problem first surfaced, it was primarily limited to sharp turns into parking spaces. The steering would seize and it would be difficult to turn into the spot. We took the traverse to the dealer in 10/10 when the mileage was 21,129. The problem was diagnosed as an "internal steering gear failure (binding). The power steering gear was…
ODI 10521664
Steering
Steering wheel whining noise when turning. Pulsating and a stiff turning in a parking lot or when going slow. Dealer is now going to replace the steering rack. *tr
ODI 10339888
Steering
Tl* the contact owns a 2009 chevrolet traverse. The contact stated that while turning at various speeds, a whining noise was heard as steering became difficult to maneuver. The vehicle was taken to the dealer where it was determined that the power steering pump, rack and pinion needed to be replaced. The vehicle was repaired but the failure recurred. The manufacturer was not contacted about the failure. The failure…
ODI 10534146
Steering
Steering wheel makes strange noise when turning the steering wheel. Pulsating and a little stiffer turning in a parking lot or going slow. *tr
ODI 10320807
Steering
Vehicle makes noise when turning sometimes vibrates. Dealer says its the steering rack. *tr
ODI 10384189
Steering
Steering wheel whining noise when turning. Pulsating and a stiff turning in a parking lot or when going slow. Dealer replaced sic coil, fixed temporary. *tr
ODI 10339885
Steering
Steering was making a whining sound when turning the wheel. This happened within 3 months of purchase of the vehicle. Since it was under warranty, chevy "fixed" the problem. 2 years later after the "fix" the steering is again making the whining sound when turning the wheel. The vehicle is no longer under warranty. We haven't yet had chevy look at the problem again, but judging by the other complaints in the nhtsa…
ODI 10440127
Steering
Chevy traverse has had a funny noise when making sharp turns since purchase. Took back to dealer and they said power steering fluid low. This has happened for 5 years. Finally when out of manufacturer warranty i am told it needs new power steering pump. I found recall to get it paid for, but power steering fluid still leaking. They now say i need new rack and pinion assembly. Cost of at least $1200 for something…
ODI 10672059
Steering
Steering wheel pulsating and making strange noise when turning the steering wheel. *tr
ODI 10320251
Steering
Steering made noise within first year of purchase. Was told nothing was wrong with vehicle after each scheduled service. Steering became stiffer and noisier over time. Paid $1,100 to replace the steering housing and other related parts in july, 2015.
ODI 10743595
Steering
I have a 2009 traverse lt. After owning the car 3 months we started experiencing a "bucking issue" when turning at slow speeds and coming off highways on curves.very dangerous!, the steering wheel pulls in the opposite direction you are steering in a rhythmic pattern. Chevy replaced the entire rack & pinion system - still had the same issue. The car has been back many times and bleed over 24 hour period. Still the…
ODI 10508375