2004 Chevrolet Silverado 1500 Steering Problems
- 63
- 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 63 stored complaint records:
- 1 indicate a crash
- 0 indicate injury
- 0 indicate fire
What owners report
- steering shaft · 23 records
- steering column · 20 records
- steering wheel · 16 records
- under warranty · 9 records
- clunking noise · 8 records
- safety issue · 8 records
Mileage in stored records
| Band | Records |
|---|---|
| 1–30k mi | 20 |
| 30–60k mi | 20 |
| 60–100k mi | 11 |
| 100–150k mi | 2 |
| 150–400k mi | 1 |
Complaint records
Owner-submitted complaint content, presented as stored.
Steering
Popping noise in steering when truck rolls over bump. Had repaired under warranty 7000 miles ago. Same problem now, warranty has expired. I think the repair that was done was only to repack the intermediate steering shaft with grease. Dealer refuses to make repairs now that warranty has expired. 27,300 actual miles on 2004 silverado 1/2 ton ex. Cab. *tr
ODI 10260523
Steering
I own a 2004 chevrolet silverado and feel that the steering system in these automobiles is a disaster waiting to happen. The steering wheel makes a clunking noise when turning. The noise seems to be most prevalent when driving on bumpy roads at low speeds. Do to the seriousness of a steering failure i feel that this should be recalled and fixed by gm immediately. Apparently this is a very common issue that gm is…
ODI 10251964
Electrical System · Steering
Electrical problem: rear passenger doors & lift gate not locking, driver & passenger mirrors reposition to reverse mode when in driving mode. When in reverse mode mirrors reposition to driving mode. When driving i have set the doors to lock out of park position however, only the two front doors driver and passenger doors lock. The two rear passenger doors and lift gate remains unlock while in the driving mode. I…
ODI 10263212
Steering
Tl*the contact owns a 2004 chevrolet silverado 1500. The contact stated that whenever he makes a right or left turn, the steering wheel makes a loud clunking noise; however, it continues to turn the vehicle properly. The vehicle was taken to a mechanic, who diagnosed the vehicle with intermediate shaft failure. The vin was unknown. The current mileage was 14,000 and failure mileage was 13,500.
ODI 10245075
Steering
I am trying to avoid injuries before they happen by contacting you about a steering defect in a 2004 chevy silverado pickup with only 34 thousand miles that i purchased on sept. 25, 2008 and noticed that there was something loose in the steering . I did a search on the internet to see if there were other people having the same problem and found out that there were almost 100 people just on this one site (…
ODI 10246771
Steering
2004 chevy silverado: steering column began clunking sound around 48,000 miles upon inspection determined pitman shaft bearing loose/worn continues to get worse now 52,000 miles on vehicle. Upon researching problem on internet found many vehicles with the same issue no repair ye,t shaft/bearing will need replaced soon. *tr
ODI 10263189
Steering
I have a 2004 chevrolet silverado with steering noise problem. From reading many forums and advice from many mechanics they say this is a huge issue with chevy trucks but they wont provide a fix. When driving my steering wheel makes loud noises heard from inside and outside the truck. I believe it is a steering shaft issue. It is just a matter of time that the shaft itself gives out and causes a major accident.…
ODI 10315608
Steering
Felt rattling and bumping movements in steering wheel and steering column. Was told by the dealer that it was something on the steering shaft. Dealer fixed because it was still under warranty. Now have the same problem going on. Dealer says it is the same thing - steering shaft. Now it is no longer under warranty. Dealer says it has to be replaced, because it is not something they can just "tighten down". Dealer…
ODI 10231013
Service Brakes, Electric · Steering
1. Rattling, clunking in steering column - recalled on the 2005 silverado 2. Abs sensors corroded causing false activations, potentially will cause low speed crash(es) - also recalled on 1999-2002 silverado both items occur numerous times in any short trip. Taking vehicle to chevy dealership in town, want ridiculous amount of money to correct, why? When there are recalls of similar problems of different year trucks.…
ODI 10235942
Steering · Unknown Or Other
Tl*the contact owns a 2004 chevrolet silverado 1500. While driving 25-30 mph, the rear passenger side tire blew out. When the contact retrieved the spare tire, it was rusted to the cable hoist and could not be removed. She was informed by a mechanic that the cables must be cut to remove the rusted spare tire. The manufacturer advised her to take the vehicle to the dealer from where it was purchased and have them…
ODI 10224741
Steering
Rattling and popping noise in the steering shaft especially worse when turning. *tr
ODI 10265948
Steering
There is a clunking noise that comes from the right front side of the truck and you can feel it in the steering wheel. *tr
ODI 10237412
Steering
I own a 2004 chevy silverado z71 [redacted] extended cab pickup. The steering shaft makes a rubbing, grinding sound when turning the wheel left or right. I took the truck to the dealer and they said they thought it was nothing to worry about but probably a bearing on the shaft. The truck was out of warranty and they would not cover it. I feel this is a safety issue as the steering shaft could fail while driving. The…
ODI 10365200
Steering
I have a large clunking noise and can feel it in the steering wheel of my 2004 chevrolet z71 4x4. It was determined to be the intermediate steering shaft and under warranty the first time at 30k miles. It started again approx. 10k miles ago at 70k. I will be contacting my chevy. Dealer on monday to see if gm will fix at their expense, but not real confident that will happen. *tr
ODI 10269774
Steering
Loss of power steering (in one direction only) at low speeds. Affects ability to park vehicle in tight spots and to make slow turns. Have managed to avoid a accident. This has been an issue for over a year and over the last 15,000 miles. Three different mechanics gave various possible reasons but no one, including the gm service line, could give a definite cure. Was told "could try" power steering pump, steering…
ODI 10315530
Steering
Steering. 2nd time shaft is loose and feels as if it is not connected. *jb
ODI 10206487
Steering
Tl*the contact owns a 2004 chevrolet silverado 1500. The contact stated that the steering wheel was extremely difficult to turn to the left and right. He also heard a popping noise on several occasions coming from the steering column. The issue has occurred ever since the vehicle was purchased. The dealer stated that due to the age of the vehicle and the lack of a warranty, they would not make any repairs. The…
ODI 10261290
Steering
Started hearing clunking noise coming from steering column just about time ran out of warranty 36k miles dealerships said it was normal,didn't drive truck often is 2004 silverado but since it has increased can feel in steering wheel,checked online for any recalls(none) for this problem with truck but lots of complaints about the same,dealers do a quick fix pack with grease and send you on,doesn't fix problem. *tr
ODI 10317119
Steering
I own a 2004 chevrolet silverado. I bought the truck in 2007 used and ever since i have owned the truck i have notice a popping noise in the steering shaft. I have done may searches online to find the source of the problem and it seems that everyone who owns this type of truck has the same problem. I contacted the dealership and they told me there was no recall yet but that they fix them all the time and all they…
ODI 10247707
Steering
Steering vibration/looseness felt in steering system 2004 chevrolet silverado complained to gm they are aware of it fixed it by lubing and now it's back..... Feels dangerous! Happened at about 28-29-thousand miles came back after 3 thousand miles out of warranty due to 3yr limit......many others have same to very similar complaints just that each persons description and wording is different but we are all…
ODI 10290051
Steering
STEERING KNUCKLE ISSUE. *TR
ODI 10268644
Steering
When driving at low speeds there is a loud knock coming from the steering. This noise (knock) can also be felt in the steering wheel. *tr
ODI 10234905
Steering
I have had my truck 1 year and use it for work. (drive 25k a year) since i have purchased it i have had it in the shop 5 times. Every time they say its the intermittent steering shaft. It feels like my front end is coming apart at times and feels very unsafe. Gm will not replace these parts and are only packing it with grease. This cant be right. I am sick of spending money on the problem. *jb
ODI 10175830
Steering
Steering has been making knocking noises. Dealer has performed several fixes, put a sleeve over intermediate shaft, replaced body mounts,now it is very difficult to turn to the right almost impossible at a stop. Dealer says no fix at this time. The dealership gave me gm customer service #, who in turn gave me the bbb auto line. It will not pass mo. Vehicle inspection. They told me to put one foot one brake and one…
ODI 10182031
Service Brakes, Hydraulic · Steering
Took the truck to the chevy dealership for pulsating brakes and a weird 'clunking' noise/feel in the steering when cornering. They replaced the rotor assembly, but never located the cause of the steering issue. This issue has continued to this day. Last week i met another chevy silverado owner who had experienced the same problem and had received a recall on this issue. I've never been notified nor have i seen the…
ODI 10597514