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
I first noticed an occasional hard steering into parking spaces or turning corners. The problem now occurs every time the vehicle is driven. Power steering fluid levels have been checked and noted to be adequate. No leaks from under the hood exist. The difficult steering, and i mean absolute loss of control of my steering happens at low speeds, from a complete stop to less than 20 mph, as when pulling into parking…
ODI 10594996
Steering
Steering has become difficult. Recently becoming harder to turn. Vehicle is garage kept and noticed a pink puddle of fluid. This turned out to be the power steering fluid. We took to a mechanic friend who put vehicle up on a rack. He advised that the rack and pinion need to be replaced. I am terrified to drive this vehicle now. He says it will cost $1200 to fix. We don't have that kind of money. Chevy needs to put a…
ODI 10596886
Steering
When making a left or right turn steering locks up occasionally . If you make a sharp left or right turn its as if you have no power steering. Power steering reservoir fluid is at appropriate level. In my research of this problem, its wide spread. Internet forums have much discussion on this problem. Its a safety issue, when the steering locks up and is too hard to turn the potential for an accident is great. *tr
ODI 10595580
Steering
The first incident occurred in late may. When turning a corner the steering became difficult to turn, and was even more difficult to return. I took the vehicle to the dealer in june. They had the car for eleven hours that day and performed some routine maintenance, but were unable to duplicate the issue. As we continued to drive the vehicle, the issue became more dangerous. The steering was becoming much more…
ODI 10627664
Steering
During slow speed turns (~20 mph), as when turning in a parking lot to park the vehicle or turn into a driveway, there is a sudden loss of power steering making it very difficult to nearly impossible to continue turning the vehicle. When the problem first started happening months ago it was an intermittent problem for part of the turn and only when you turned to the left. Now it is happening more frequently and for…
ODI 10594143
Steering
Power steering fails without warning when making turns, particularly at low speeds. Then as quickly as it fails, it will return again. The car now has 120,000 miles on it, but this issue started when it only had 50,000 miles on it, and was just out of warrantee. 3 different mechanics including the dealership and they have said they have no idea what the problem is as the power steering pump is working properly and…
Crash reported
ODI 11015910
Engine · Steering
Having hard steering at low speeds! Have read many threads about this! Also have had oil being sucked up into engine intake and burned into engine causing premature converter and o2 sensor failure! Also have check engine light for p0008 due to crankshaft reluctor moving? *tr
ODI 10611383
Steering
The issue was first observed when initiating a 90 degree right hand turn into a parking space at approximately 10mph. The wheel did not respond to the turn and felt as if it was being grabbed or pinched, the only driver option was to immediately apply the brakes. The wheel then had to be muscled in order to turn the vehicle. Since that instance, this issue has increased in frequency and has become a daily…
ODI 10608292
Steering
Strayed hearing a humming noise from the steering column that changed as acceleration changed, then started having trouble steering in a turn at slow speeds, could feel a tightness in the steering column. Took to the dealer who stated it is a leak in the rack & pinion apparatus and will cost $1900 to repair. They reported that it is commonly needed at 60-80,000 miles (my vehicle has 70,000). I am hoping this will…
ODI 10618396
Steering
My wife was driving our chevrolet traverse in a parking lot. When she tried to turn into a parking space, the steering became very difficult and she was barely able to avoid hitting a parked car. The problem has been repeated over the weekend during a trip to tennessee where i had to force the steering wheel to turn in a gas station lot. This problem seems to be widespread based on my limited research. *tr
ODI 10588090
Steering
At low speed or while try to park vehicle would lose power steering in vehicle. Changed the power steering fluid problem remained. Have taken the vehicle to the gm dealer told the steering gear needed to be replaced. *tr
ODI 10586988
Air Conditioner · Power Window Devices And Controls · Seats · Steering
2010 chevrolet traverse. Consumer writes in regards to air conditioner and power steering failure. *smd the consumer also stated there was an issue with the power window and driver side seat. *jb
ODI 10640994
Steering
Currently at low speeds trying to manuever in traffic, parking, etc., there is complete loss of power steering. Steering is not returned with increased engine rpm. Because of the conection of rack and pinion and actual manual steering it is virtually impossible to steer the vehicle. General motors declines to recognize there is an issue. Dealer ship denied any knowledge of a problem but a mechanic told the cs rep…
ODI 10588592
Steering
Nearly ran into another vehicle as the power steering suddenly stopped working. This occurs every time the vehicle is being turned at low speeds. It does not matter whether you are traveling forward or in reverse. This problem has been ongoing for over 3 months. This is very dangerous and needs to be taken seriously by gm as a recall situation. *tr
ODI 10587797
Steering
My wife stopped at stop sign and try to turn to the street but the steering became very hard to turn and the completely lost of power. She off/on right away but it was able to move. Second time off/on after waiting for a minutes was able to move the car. I have contacted dealership and gm [redacted]) about the problem. *tr
ODI 10586160
Steering
Notchy feel to steering at lower speeds...1-40mph. Dealer states that car needs new power steering pump. Looking at the complaints already logged this is an obvious problem. *tr
ODI 10586006
Steering
At slow speeds (under 25 mph) power steering fails making it very difficult to steer. No accidents yet, but there have been numerous close calls entering driveways or making turns at intersections where i could not steer tightly when the power assists goes out - barely missing other vehicles and pedestrians. Repair shop stated that fluid levels are fine, the pump is working, and there are no leaks in the system.…
ODI 10608609
Steering · Suspension
I purchased my gm vehicle from a dealership in south burlington, vermont, in september 2010. I have driven it for just three and a half years with just 55,000 miles on it, and now after a routine service visit (lube oil and filter, transmission fluid, air filter, and winter tire change) i am now being told that the steering rack and front struts are leaking and will cost $2,262 to repair. Absurd. I was told that…
ODI 10588556
Steering
Tl* the contact owns a 2010 chevrolet traverse. While driving at various speeds, there was a noise coming from the steering wheel. The vehicle was taken to a dealer who diagnosed that the steering rack needed to be replaced. The vehicle was repaired; however, the failure recurred. The manufacturer was notified of the failure. The failure mileage was 35,664.
ODI 10760728
Steering
Power steering failure at low speeds. Happens when turning from a stop at intersections and making low speed turns. Very scary situation. Multiple occurrences, spoke with shop and was told these vehicles have a lot of power steering problems. Very expensive fix. *tr
ODI 10583636
Power Train · Steering
Purchased car used 47011, a little over 2 wks "check engine"=fuel pump control module , next was seat assembly. & alternator...whining. Engine noise reported, nothing done...no problems detected at time due to problem being "intermittent"! Contacted gm exec office reported issues, got file number--no resolution! Received special coverage letter from chevrolet dated sept 2014 're: #14329 @ power steering pump with…
ODI 10682369
Steering
Tl* the contact owns a 2010 chevrolet traverse. The contact stated that while driving at various speeds, the vehicle became difficult to maneuver and the steering wheel vibrated. The vehicle was not diagnosed. The manufacturer was made aware of the failure. The vehicle was not repaired. The failure mileage was 100,300.
ODI 10586588
Steering
Tl* the contact owns a 2010 chevrolet traverse. The contact stated that while driving 30 mph, the power steering failed without warning. The vehicle was taken to the dealer where the technician diagnosed that the steering pump and rack and pinion needed to be replaced. The manufacturer was made aware of the failure. The vehicle was not repaired. The vin was not available. The failure and current mileage was 33,000.
ODI 10578930
Steering
Loses power steering at very low speeds such as turning into parking spaces. Almost impossible to turn steering wheel. Power resumes when you accelerate. *tr
ODI 10577791
Steering
This is an update to my earlier complaint of intermittent sudden loss of power steering making turns at low speeds. I was able to reliably recreate the loss of power assist following this procedure: finding an empty lot, turn vehicle and hold at slow speed (under 10mph) and continue in complete circles. Eventually, power assist will kick off and making any turns will require significant effort. Bringing the vehicle…
ODI 10577387