2010 Chevrolet Traverse Steering Problems
- 314
- 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 314 stored complaint records:
- 6 indicate a crash
- 0 indicate injury
- 1 indicate fire
What owners report
- power steering · 116 records
- steering pump · 29 records
- steering wheel · 26 records
- hard turn · 13 records
- failure mileage · 13 records
- steering rack · 11 records
Mileage in stored records
| Band | Records |
|---|---|
| 60–100k mi | 149 |
| 30–60k mi | 94 |
| 100–150k mi | 24 |
| 1–30k mi | 18 |
| 150–400k mi | 8 |
Complaint records
Owner-submitted complaint content, presented as stored.
Steering
While driving at slow speed, our chevy traverse's power steering fails to work and the vehicle becomes difficult to control. The problem has been getting worse and is almost always noticeable when parking and backing the vehicle. The vehicle was taken to a chevy dealership and they stated the vehicle needed the power steering fluid changed. On the way home after the fluid service, the power steering briefly failed…
ODI 10618097
Steering
My 2010 traverse had a power steering fluid leak in july, 2014. Took it to the local dealer who replaced the power steering pump at my cost of $800. Afterwards, i received a letter from gm stating this was a known issue and they would reimburse for any repairs. I continue to have power steering problems. Replacement of the pump was only a partial fix. This has created a safety issue. Today i was told the power…
ODI 10668085
Steering
The past few days the steering on my 2010 traverse has been locking up at slow speeds. This locking of the steering wheel is happening more frequently and makes it impossible to turn. It occurs when you are trying to make a turn at slow speeds. While trying to turn at intersections or into parking spaces you have to power the wheel to turn and make several attempts. You can also hear the steering gear box winding…
ODI 10609919
Steering
Tl* the contact owns a 2010 chevrolet traverse. While driving approximately 15 mph and attempting to make a left turn, the steering wheel became difficult to turn without warning. The failure recurred on several occasions while making left or right turns. The vehicle was not diagnosed or repaired. The manufacturer was not made aware of the failure. The approximate failure mileage was 100,000.
ODI 10716290
Steering
Tl* the contact owns a 2010 chevrolet traverse. The contact stated that while driving at various speeds, the power steering intermittently failed while making a turn. The vehicle was taken to an independent mechanic. The technician was not able to duplicate or diagnose the failure. The vehicle was not repaired. The vin was not available. The manufacturer was notified of the failure. The approximate failure mileage…
ODI 10643058
Steering
When traveling at low speed and attempting to make a turn i lose all power steering. Very difficult to keep control of the car. Problem lasts for about 3 seconds but very unnerving. *tr
ODI 10638225
Steering
Power steering gives out at low speeds. Took to chevrolet dealer and they could not find any problems. This occurs frequently. *tr
ODI 10632291
Pressure Monitoring And Regulating Systems · Steering
2010 chevrolet traverse. Consumer writes in regards to power steering pump malfunction. *smd also, the tire pressure monitoring system light illuminated. The dealer stated the tire pressure sensors needed to be replaced. However, the consumer decided to get a second opinion, and was informed there was nothing wrong with the sensors, the issue was the vehicle. *jb
ODI 10615454
Steering
I am having trouble turning the wheel when trying to make u turns or entering parking spaces. Don't notice it until i'm slowing down and making a turn. It feels like it is catching and my wheels are going to lock up. Afraid to drive with my 3 kids in the car. It happens everyday. *tr
ODI 10605885
Steering
While driving at low speeds the power steering fluid seems to be getting to hot and breaking down causing the power boost to go out, making it very hard to steer. *tr
ODI 10610040
Steering
Tl* the contact owns a 2010 chevrolet traverse. The contact stated when making a left or right turn, an abnormal noise emitted from the steering wheel. The failure recurred several times. The vehicle was taken to an independent mechanic. The technician stated that the power steering pump needed to be replaced. The vehicle has not been repaired. The manufacturer was not notified of the failure. The approximate…
ODI 10650844
Steering · Suspension
Our traverse has a groaning noise coming from the steering column at slow speeds. I had the dealership diagnose the problem. They came back telling me it needed a new steering rack because it will get worse and possibly i will loose my power steering entirely without warning. In doing some research and visiting with repair shops it is evident that this is a recurring issue and needs to be resolved by gm with a…
ODI 10609118
Steering
While traveling at low speed steering quits working causing car not to turn. At one point my wife almost hit a retaining wall with our kids. Sometimes it makes it hard to park and hard to turn in a parking lot. *tr
ODI 10631183
Equipment Adaptive/Mobility · Steering
The power steering stops working when slowing down and going into turns. The issue is more noticeable when turning into parking spaces, backing out of parking spaces. It occurs when the air conditioner is on. The dealership said it was the ac compressor and charged us $1200 to change it. The problem still exists. This is very dangerous because i start to turn into somewhere and the power steering stops working…
ODI 10628133
Steering
When i try to make a turn my steering wheels locks up and is hard to turn. *tr
ODI 10608082
Steering
While driving from durango to silverton co. Through all the turns, i completely lost the ability to turn. I had to brake hard in order to not go off the road. Vehicle came to and was able to drive again but now it happens repetitively. *js
ODI 10598124
Steering
When driving at slow rates of speed in a parking lot or after a red light or stop sign turning in either direction, the steering becomes extremely difficult to maneuver. I have to use extreme strength to steer. Prior to this i could hear knocking every so often on the right side. I am very concerned that the in and out losses of power steering can cause a serious accident. I purchased my vehicle brand new in 2011. I…
ODI 10618287
Steering
The power steering isn't working properly. When turning corners and into parking spots the power steering sometimes cuts out and you have to wrestle with the steering wheel to get the vehicle to turn. *tr
ODI 10680358
Steering
The power steering goes out when car is moving slowly. *tr
ODI 10628842
Steering
Loss of power steering at slow speeds on hard turns. *tr
ODI 10606853
Electric Power Assist System · Steering
Tl* the contact owns a 2010 chevrolet traverse. The contact stated that while driving at approximately 5 mph, the steering wheel seized and caused the contact to face the opposite direction. The vehicle was taken to a dealer where it was informed that the power steering was leaking and that there was metal corrosion. The manufacturer was not made aware of the failure. The approximate failure mileage was 68,000. The…
ODI 10596408
Steering
Occasional hard steering/loss of power steering during low speeds when maneuvering. In 01/2011 gm replaced steering gearbox due to leaking seals as a warranty item. Now this issue has come up and their answer is to replace the gearbox again, and they expect me to pay for it now that the extended warranty has expired. Had an independent ase certified mechanic check this out and he said he's seen the same issue 3…
ODI 10596056
Steering
Almost crashed into a concrete medium. Had to make a left turn and then a right when the power speeding gave out for about 3 seconds. This happened when slowing down while turning. It has happened before but today was the longest. I am afraid to make right turns onto 2 way roads because i may end up on the opposite side. My powering steering fluid level is good and there is no noise or other unusual sound when this…
ODI 10595575
Steering
The steering gets extremely hard to turn on occasions. Potential for dangerous accidents. *tr
ODI 10632131
Steering
Bought a 2010 traverse 2 weeks ago. Only 14,145 miles, had the steering pump and rack and pinion changed already. Still making weird noise. Surely there needs to be a recall, is gm waiting for fatalities first? *tr
ODI 10595951