2011 Chevrolet Traverse Steering Problems
- 152
- 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 152 stored complaint records:
- 2 indicate a crash
- 0 indicate injury
- 0 indicate fire
What owners report
- power steering · 95 records
- steering wheel · 41 records
- steering pump · 23 records
- rack pinion · 20 records
- needed replaced · 17 records
- failure mileage · 15 records
Mileage in stored records
| Band | Records |
|---|---|
| 60–100k mi | 52 |
| 30–60k mi | 42 |
| 100–150k mi | 19 |
| 1–30k mi | 19 |
| 150–400k mi | 3 |
Complaint records
Owner-submitted complaint content, presented as stored.
Steering
The steering on my traverse intermittently stops working, there does not seem to be any pattern and when it stops working the car is practically undriveable and i've almost gotten into accidents three different times. Most of the time it happens when driving, however, when stopped it happens as well.
ODI 11278457
Steering
Power steering seems to fail at low speeds affecting turning, as into parking spots, garage, etc. Wheel almost seems to freeze in place becoming all but impossible to turn. Not noticable at driving speeds. Has been happening on and off for over a year. My local mechanic mentioned a recall but my vin number did not come up on the list.
ODI 11277624
Steering
While driving the vehicle at slow speeds 20 mph or less the power steering goes out when you apply the brakes. When the problem first happened we checked the power steering fluid and made sure it was full. Then it started happening again. It happens randomly and it is very hard to muscle the wheel it becomes so stiff. This is very dangerous and needs to be investigated as these are typically family vehicles carrying…
ODI 11221094
Air Bags · Engine · Steering
**timing belt recall** i was driving my vehicle on the local parkway and it lost power while i was driving it then started riding rough as if the tires were wobbling then i went to make a left turn and it started making a reeving noise during the turn. I had the car towed to the auto shop and i was told there was no oil leaks but the oil was low and also i had to replace the timing chain on my vehicle.
ODI 11184295
Air Bags · Steering · Unknown Or Other
Out of no where my air bag lights came on. The sensor in the passenger seat isnt detecting weight and stays off all the time now, also my service airbag light is on for the driver as well. I am also having power steering issues as well. My power steering fluid is full, no leaks but the steering is hard to turn. Had the steering pump checked and was told nothing was wrong with it. My last issue is with the speakers…
ODI 11180377
Electronic Stability Control · Steering · Wheels
I purchased this vehicle in january 2017 with one owner having had it. Here it is now 2 years later and i have numerous problems with my vehicle. Some other owners have had but it still isn't part of a recall. The past year i have already spent over $1000 to fix it. Items already replaced include several sensors, wheel bearing, power steerig pump and a battery. What still needs replacing: rack and pinyon, shocks and…
ODI 11164948
Steering
**power steering recall*** i was driving my vehicle and in the mist of driving my vehicle steering became hard. As i went to make a turn my steering locked up and i could not make a turn without the use of force. When i had the vehicle towed to the mechanic i was told the power steering pump went out and power steering racket pinon needed to be replaced.
ODI 11184299
Steering
Bought the suv used & i love it untill a couple wks ago tryed turning out of my parking space & noticed my power steering was gone it was really hard to turn! If i can push on the gas be pedal at all the power steering will free up & i can turn! But it goes in and out without any knowing! Really disappointed! It's difficult to turn into a parking spot or sometimes to make a sharp turn onto another street or into…
ODI 11155138
Steering
Steering wheel locked up during normal driving on a highway as i started a turn, making it impossible to steer leaving me stranded in traffic. Had to stop, turn off car, restart and steering wheel became functional.
ODI 11151271
Engine · Service Brakes · Steering
I was driving on the highway and the vehicle shut off while i was driving at 70 mph. Lost power steering and brakes out of no where which is when i noticed the rpms was at 0. After we, by the grace of god, made it to the side of the road safely, we had it towed to a garage where the said the timing chain came off and ruined the engine and that it is a common problem and could be fixed for around $5600. The vehicle…
ODI 11133609
Steering
The steering is whining while turning, i have seen multiple complaints of steering failure. Moving and stationary.
ODI 11128072
Engine · Steering
While the vehicle was crossing a the i-395 bridge into washington dc at 45 mph, the engine suddenly failed taking out the power steering with a jerk to the left. This failure was not precipitated by an engine warning light or a change to the ride and feel of the vehicle.
ODI 11132205
Steering
Intermittently losing power steering assist. Comes and goes unexpectedly and causing you to not be able to steer vehicle.
ODI 11120599
Steering
When i was turning into the gas station my wheels locked up my steering wheel locked up and i could not turn my steering wheel at all to the left or to the right . I put my car in park went around the car to look and see if anything was wrong around the tires nothing looked unusual got back in my car put it in drive and the steering wheel was able to unlock very scary not having control of my vehicle . When this…
ODI 11104444
Steering
It was a rainy day and heading down a local street at about 40 mph and the steering locked up without warning for a period of 5 seconds. I'm 190 lb male, and i couldn't budge the wheel heading for a tree. I was able to avoid the collision but i can guarantee that if my wife was driving, should would not have been able to move the vehicle's steering wheel. It happened to me two more times that day but for smaller…
ODI 11090228
Steering
Steering locks up, there is power steering fluid in it, but having a major problem steering and making turns. Steering locks or freezes up and it won't move while driving. There is nothing leaking anywhere. Was there a recall for this issue?
ODI 11080164
Steering
Losing power steering fluid at the rack and pinion , had to have it replaced. This is a common problem with the traverse and buick enclave. I think gm should repair or pay for repair of this problem.
ODI 11072346
Service Brakes · Steering · Unknown Or Other
I started my suv and put it in reverse to back out of my driveway. Upon trying to turn, noticed my steering wheel was completely locked up. Tried braking so i wouldn't roll into the street with my children. Brakes were extremely resistant and hard to press down. I then put it into drive to try to get out of the street and my gas pedal was not working. I was unable to move forward, unable to steer, and barely able to…
ODI 11065637
Steering
Early december i heard sound indicating steering issue, supported by local mechanic when getting oil change. Researched causes and prices online and found service bulletin #14329a from gm. I adhered to bulletin and took vehicle to dealer. They confirmed sb applied to my vehicle. Later received a call that the steering gear was also at issue but not covered by bulletin to the tune of~ $1200.00 for "necessary"…
ODI 11058159
Steering
Tl* the contact owns a 2011 chevrolet traverse. While making a right turn at 10 mph, the steering wheel seized. The contact was able to drive the vehicle home. The vehicle was not taken to the dealer. The vehicle was not diagnosed or repaired. The manufacturer was not contacted. The failure mileage was approximately 170,000.
ODI 11053329
Service Brakes · Steering · Suspension
I only made one payment on my car and i don't feel it's safe to drive or put my kids in. The steering and tires or something just sway pull noise and i feel i don't have any control.
ODI 11062051
Electrical System · Engine · Steering
I was on my way home from dinner when the engine started revving on it's own and the car began jerking. I pulled to the side of the road and the engine killed. I restarted the vehicle and noted that the battery was suppling enough power and the temperature gage was normal. At this time, the lights started to flicker, the rpms were going up and down fairly quickly and the windows and locks were clicking. I was able…
ODI 11034286
Steering · Vehicle Speed Control
The steering is hard at low speeds. Trying to pull into a parking spot the car doesn't want to turn easily. At other times it works fine.
ODI 11013299
Steering
I own a 2011 chevy traverse with just over 80,000 miles. I was driving along the street and stopped to make a left hand against traffic, as i moved my power steering locked. I managed to complete the turn without the power steering. I took the car to my local repair shop who informed me that the power steering pump had failed and that there was also a leak in the steering rack. They advised me to take it to the…
ODI 11001670
Engine · Steering
Tl* the contact owns a 2011 chevrolet traverse. While driving various speeds, the steering wheel shook and the rpms increased and decreased rapidly. The vehicle was not repaired. The manufacturer was not made aware of the failure. The failure mileage was 96,411.
ODI 10984650