Loud whining noise while turning, and occasional difficult turning period. Contatced Chevy dealership and they quoted $1000, repair when I explained the issue. Took to mechanic who flushed the power steering fluid but the issue persisted. I've seen numerous complaints about this issue on line, it has to be addressed by the manufacturer before someone is seriouly hurt or killed.

- Sacramento, CA, USA

Intermittently the car's power steering will not respond. It is usually at slow speeds in parking lots but at times at slower speeds in traffic. My wife and young daughter (16) can barely steer the car when this failure occurs and have had some close calls trying to steer the car in close traffic. We called the dealer (winchester, va) and the service department spokesman acted like he was oblivious to this problem and wanted us to bring it in. This is happening to thousands of GM cars and they along with NHTSA need to do the right thing, a recall, regardless of the governments stake in GM. Toyota would have already been recalled. Please do not wait for a death toll.

- Berryville, VA, USA

The contact owns a 2010 Chevrolet Traverse. The contact stated that while driving various speeds, the vehicle became difficult to maneuver. The vehicle was taken to the dealer where it was determined that the power steering pump and rack needed to be replaced. The vehicle was not repaired. The manufacturer was contacted about the failure. The failure mileage was 68,000.

- Independence, MO, USA

For months and months I heard a noise from the steering section...like it needed oil. We checked the fluid and noticed it was low. We have to repeat the fluid every month or so. I was driving and all of a sudden my steering became stuck. Now I need $1000+ repairs for a vehicle that is only 3 years old w/ 40,000 miles. This is unfair.

- Gloversville, NY, USA

Steering rack binding and not allowing vehicle to turn. Several near accidents when turning onto streets or into parking lots near other cars as the car will be stuck on a path unless driving physically is capable of pulling steering wheel through the bind.

- Franklin, OH, USA

There was a small amount of leakage on garage floor. Then the stearing at slow speeds had become very hard to turn.

- Plainfield, IL, USA

I purchased this vehicle as a GM certified used vehicle in late December 2010. Nov26'11 @ 37,395 miles the front brake pads were replaced and the front brake rotors were resurfaced. In May 2012, I was rear ended at stop light and a couple of days later, I started experiencing shaking when applying the brakes and was told it was a maintenance issue when taken in for repair. Jun15'12 the front brake rotors were replaced. Nov30'12 vehicle taken in for service once more with same complaint of shaking when applying brakes or when coasting - front disc brake pads were replaced and front brake rotors were resurfaced. It is now may'13 (52K mi) and I am experiencing the same issues once more, however the shaking is much worse to the point it feels as if the front wheels will come off while braking. I contacted dealer to get service history, and found that this issue was present before I purchased the car.

- Washington, DC, USA

At low speed I was unable to steer clear of an obstacle because the steering wheel became very difficult to turn, almost to the point of locking. I had to force the steering wheel with both hands to have it move at all. The lockup caused loss of steering and I struck another object. The problem comes and goes and now is becoming more and more prevalent. Doesn't seem to be any consistent pattern, hot, cold, short drive, long drive, etc. Problem occurs while turning in both the left and right direction. At times I get the feeling that it happens while applying the brake.

- Ocean City, NJ, USA

When slowing down or doing maneuvers at slow speeds the power steering impedes steering. It feels like it is actually fighting you. It is a hazardous problem and may cause an accident. Doing a Y-turn is almost impossible due to the steering issue. We are taking ours to a dealership to have it repaired.

- Strum, WI, USA

Intermittently, my 2010 Traverse's steering system locks up when turning at low speeds. Sometimes the problem will not allow the turn to be completed. My 16 year old child, who is a driver's education student, was driving the vehicle when the problem presented and nearly had a head on collision due to the fact that she could not complete a left hand turn that she was making. In researching this problem, I notice lots of posts of the same problem with the same vehicle. This is a manufacturer's defect and should be addressed by the company.

- Keller, TX, USA

I have a 2010 Traverse around 40,000 miles the steering started locking up when tuning at a low speed, especially in parking lots, etc. Sometimes I even have to try and back up and turn with all my might to get the car to turn in parking spots. This started out as a couple times a day not it is almost every turn I make. This is very dangerous and has almost caused me to have a wreck several times. I have researched and there are way to many complaints for this same type of problem. Chevrolet must make a recall and fix this problem before someone is seriously injured. Please help us!!!

- Philadelphia, MS, USA

The vehicle is hard to turn at low speeds. Took it to the dealer and their diagnoses was that the rack and pinion needed changing at a cost over $700. Had new rack and pinion installed at a mechanics shop for less.

- Bowie, MD, USA

I have power steering failure with 91000 miles. The dealer told me the tsb for this isssue would cost me about 1300 dollars.. since there is whine evident and the pitch changes with vehicle speed. At idle, you need to be like a gorilla to turn the wheel, but once you gas it, some assist is provided, this is not the first issue with this car. A/C line from compressor to condensor broken, ,, $700. Water pump leaking, ,, drivetrain warranty. Steerring wheel shimmy at various speeds since about 20K mile, " no problem found" even though it has been in several times and they never seem to duplicate the issue..drive shaft seal leaking. Waranty covered that one.this is our second Traverse.. our 2009 with 6300 miles had a very rough idle and check engine light on.called onstar for diag. They were able to see faults, but could not get specific results for some reason. Thety asked if I neede a tow, but the dealer was only 2 miles from me, I started to drive there. At the last lights before turning into the shop, it appearred as though I had an engine fire and could not even see out the windshield. Was told that the coil feel out of bracket on fire wall and dropped onto exhaust.. since when does this car have a coil on the fire wall. Then I found out the real issue. On of the pistons was disinagrated and completly gone. Chevy wanted to repair the Traverse. Every computer component needed to be replaced as well. They started the work and ordered all the parts. After 30 days wernt by and they still had no engine fron Chevy, I called them on lemon law. They took possesion of our 09 and replaced it with a 2010. We had to come out of pocket for about 1100 dollars and also were denied the interior protectio package that we purchased with our 09. Loss of 1300. I have a very poor opinion of Chevy's recent products and we have been a Chevy family for 4 different. Loosing faith.

- Wilton, CA, USA

Steering makes a loud grinding noise and steering gear failure. Delay and binding up when trying to turn at low speeds. Dealer confirmed repair bulletin exists but General Motors denied warranty repair. Found 40+ ntsb/NHTSA issues with Chevrolet Traverse steering. This is a safety concern affecting the steering ability of the vehicle. New steering gear, housing, hoses, and fluid change to dexron is required. I need help please!

- Merced, CA, USA

The steering console sounds like it is rubbing or catching. Doesn't feel like the power steering is going out but definitely rubbing sound.

- Beaver, UT, USA

At low speeds, the power steering fails. When turning into parking spots or trying to make turns onto other streets or roads, you lose all power steering making it difficult to turn. I just recently bought the vehicle and didn't notice the problem until about a week later. It does not occur all the time, but too often when you least expect it.

- Winnsboro, LA, USA

At slow speeds, you lose power steering when trying to park in parking spots, turning curves, and turning off onto other streets. Very dangerous driving when you are expecting to turn and can't turn because of the power steering failure. This should be looked into before someone in injuried or even killed. This does not occur all the time, but occurs too often when you least expect it. I've just purchased vehicle and did not know about the problem until after I had the vehicle about a week.

- Winnsboro, LA, USA

Noted power steering fluid in driveway. Had it diagnosed at the dealership as a leak from the steering column. Was told the steering gear assembly had to be replaced at a $1300 charge. I've researched the issue and found many, many complaints regarding this same problem. I have also read complaints that various repairs had been made to solve the steering problems with other Traverses, but still problems with the steering system occur. I'm concerned my steering may go out entirely during travel and end up in a fatality. A recall should be required to rectify this issue.

- Mesa, AZ, USA

The contact owns a 2010 Chevrolet Traverse. The contact stated that while driving approximately 40 mph, the power steering assist failed without warning. The vehicle was taken to a private mechanic where it was diagnosed that the power steering pump needed to be replaced. The manufacturer was made aware of the failure. The vehicle was not repaired. The approximate failure mileage was 93,000 and current mileage was 96,000.

- Warrenson , MO, USA

Steering wheel will become very stiff or freeze up when making a turn. This has happened many, many times creating a very dangerous situation. This type of problem should not occur this quickly, if ever.

- Jasper, AL, USA