2015 CHEVROLET SILVERADO 1500 Steering Problems

154 NHTSA complaints on file

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Steering Issues in the 2015 CHEVROLET SILVERADO 1500

154 steering complaints have been filed with NHTSA for the 2015 CHEVROLET SILVERADO 1500. Of these, 7 involved a crash, 0 involved a fire, and 4 resulted in injury.

154
Complaints
7
Crashes
0
Fires
4
Injuries
1
Deaths

All Steering Complaints

#11715552 |
Vehicle has electrical issues with headlamps flickering and power steering loss (which is electronic) at lower speeds. Power and radio intermittently cut out momentarily and on occasion a "stabilitrac loss" warning flashes. Looking online, many consumers experience this issue which appears to be due to faulty ground or battery connections and many have reported complete loss of power at highway speeds resulting in accidents. This appears on several Chevrolet vehicles, but especially on the Silverado and GMC Sierra 2014-2017 models. I am very surprised a recall has not been issued yet for this very dangerous and potentially fatal issue.
#11705032 |
The contact owns a 2015 Chevrolet Silverado 1500. The contact stated that while driving and turning, the vehicle lost power steering functionality. The contact stated that the vehicle regained power steering functionality upon depressing the accelerator pedal on several occasions. The contact stated that the failure had been recurring intermittently. The dealer was contacted and advised the contact that there would be a charge for a diagnostic test. The vehicle was not diagnosed or repaired. The manufacturer was not notified of the failure. The failure mileage was approximately 150,000.
#11703228 |
Steering goes on and off.
#11694434 |
I have had a problem with the theft deterrent system which, shuts the truck down and issues a message saying "turn the driver side window down and then up". After 5 minutes the truck starts back up by itself? This has occurred sitting in Popeyes drive thru line in August 2024 in Benton Harbor, Mi. This has occurred 3 times in the past week, 09/25/25 driving on Garrett road it shut down during the entry into a "s curve" 09/26/25 driving into my drive way 09/28/25 driving into my drive way Took the truck into Wimberley Chevy dealer and they searched for error codes and checked some of the ground wires not connected properly and found the negative cable on battery was ok. I don't know if any other wire connectors were checked, however I have had this before and the dealer said they would have to keep the truck...
#11687985 |
Power steering went out then came back on
#11673258 |
The power steering goes in and out when trying to turn into parking spots or slowly turning. ALL THE TIME!!!!!!
#11663678 |
The contact owns a 2015 Chevrolet Silverado 1500. The contact stated that while driving at an undisclosed speed, the steering wheel became inoperable with the power steering warning light illuminated. The contact stated that the steering wheel became difficult to turn. The vehicle was taken to the dealer, where it was diagnosed that the steering control module had failed and needed to be replaced. The vehicle was not repaired. The manufacturer was not made aware of the failure. The failure mileage was approximately 115,000.
#11645322 |
The contact owns a 2015 Chevrolet Silverado 1500. The contact stated while driving at various speeds, the gauges on the instrument cluster were fluctuating, and the power steering warning light and the stabili-trak warning light lights were illuminated. The contact pulled over to the side of the road and allowed the engine to cool down. The contact stated that upon restarting the vehicle, the vehicle responded as needed. The contact stated that the failure had been occurring mainly in hot weather. Additionally, the contact stated that if the vehicle was not pulled over to the side of the road until the vehicle cooled down, the vehicle gradually lost motive power. The contact stated that the failure had been occurring intermittently. The vehicle was taken to several independent mechanics, where the failure could not be duplicated. The vehicle was taken to the dealer, where the same assessment was made. The vehicle...
#11639970 |
At slow speeds the steering momentarily stops working
#11637744 |
While making slow turns the steering seems to disengage making it hard for the wheel to turn. It comes out of it but has been happening more frequently.
#11635961 |
Hard to turn the wheel at curb
#11634023 |
Power assist steering cuts out and in when turning the steering wheel
#11612917 |
I was driving and when I came to a stop light the power steering stop working and I had to go because the light turn green so I had to steer very hard and pull over to the side. It was very dangerous and I can’t believe this happened. The warning light came on as well and it says service power steering drive with care.
#11608830 |
While driving I loose my power steering, most of my electrical systems shut down including the radio, driver information center, AC and the stability control system. I get a quick dash warning light that says stability rack and it goes off. Issue mostly occurs while making turns making it hard to steer the vehicle
#11595141 |
The contact owns a 2015 Chevrolet Silverado 1500. The contact stated while driving 55 MPH, the vehicle lost steering functionality. The vehicle was swerving from left to right. The driver was able to stop the vehicle. After turning off and restarting the vehicle, the vehicle regained normal functionality. There were no warning lights illuminated. The vehicle was taken to the local dealer, who informed the contact that the vehicle needed to be diagnosed. The vehicle was not diagnosed or repaired. The manufacturer was not contacted. The failure mileage was approximately 142,684.
#11594824 |
The contact owns a 2015 Chevrolet Silverado 1500. The contact stated while driving at slow speeds, the steering wheel jerked to the right, and the contact became aware that the electronic power steering was not functioning properly and required increased effort to maneuver the vehicle. The power steering warning light was illuminated. The vehicle was not taken to the dealer or an independent mechanic. The vehicle was not repaired. After investigating the failure, the contact related the failure to NHTSA Campaign Number: 14V719000 (Steering), and the VIN was included but the vehicle had already been repaired. The manufacturer was notified of the failure but provided no assistance. The failure mileage was unknown.
#11585059 |
The contact owns a 2015 Chevrolet Silverado 1500. The contact stated that while driving at an undisclosed speed, the power steering was inoperable, and the vehicle was difficult to steer. The contact stated that the steering wheel had seized. Additionally, the power steering reduced warning light was illuminated. The contact drove the vehicle to the shoulder of the roadway. The vehicle was towed to the residence. The vehicle was then towed to the dealer where it was diagnosed with a failed rack and pinion. The contact was informed that the rack and pinion needed to be replaced. The contact was informed of an unknown recall however, the recall had expired. The vehicle was not repaired. The manufacturer was made aware of the failure. The failure mileage was approximately 180,000.
#11582568 |
I bought the truck around [XXX] from Barkau CDJR, Freeport IL. Two hours away from the dealer the truck went completely dead in traffic. A message appeared on the info screen that said roll down the drivers window and back up to reset the system when the truck finally restarted. Got home with it and called the dealer and let the know. In the next few weeks it happened a couple of more times. It was taken to Tapper Chevrolet in Paw Paw, MI to be serviced. The tech thought it was a problem in the fuse Block and replaced that, after that on the week end the truck was returned the problem happened 3 times. Took it back to Tapper's and they checked it again, had it for 4 days and could not replicate the problem. Kept having issues and took it to 1st Choice Automotive LLC in Dowagiac,...
#11571156 |
Three or four instances of loss of power steering while making a right hand turn. Power steering failed momentarily except for the last time, steering failed completely while turning into a parking lot and I ended up in the snowbank. All electrical to the vehicle shut off to the vehicle and could not be restored until a new battery was installed. The new battery was completely discharged overnight. Possible related incidents are that several times I have had a message that the security system has been compromised, and I have been locked out of my vehicle spontaneously. I found that there is a recall for this year and model for this issue, but my VIN does not connect to any recall issued. I am afraid to drive this vehicle until this is corrected.
#11560059 |
The contact owns a 2015 Chevrolet Silverado 1500. The contact stated that on several occasions while driving at various speeds, the brake pedal was depressed, and the steering wheel pulled to the left. The EPS, ABS, and check engine warning lights were illuminated. The vehicle was taken to an independent mechanic where it was diagnosed that the EPS module needed to be replaced. The vehicle was not repaired. The manufacturer was not made aware of the failure. The failure mileage was unknown.
#11558665 |
The vehicle lost power steering and being an electronic system, there is nowhere to add fluid to the system. There was a recall for this issue from 2018 to 2019 and the repair service was performed on this vehicle. I now have to pay for the repairs that were once covered under a recall for a known issue.
#11554558 |
Electric power steering ,loses power ,on board computer lost memory ,clock went 0,active fuel management mileage recorder to 0,M/L smog number to no ready
#11551005 |
#1- I had my truck in a few years ago for a brake issues that they said was a computer reprogramming issue and vacuum pump. They repaired and the issue slowly came back. Now it feels as if there is little to no assist with braking and stopping distance is growing. I feel like my family is at risk if there were ever to be a time I need to brake hard or fast. Theire are no warning lamps but obvious excessive braking effort and can feel the brake rotors through the pedal. #2- Intermittently, at low speeds, pulling into parking lots and parking spaces while turning the steering wheel, electrical power cuts out, steering wheel jerks out of hand, and a dash light comes on saying "service stabilitrack". This is a huge safety issue that could certainly cause an accident. I have Googled this very common issue with my...
#11546250 |
Power steering randomly stops working, sometimes warning lights come on when this happens. There is a recall affecting 2015 chevy vehicles that is related to a defect in the power steering system that causes similar issues, but my VIN is not part of the recall. How can I get the manufacturer to fix this?
#11545679 |
The contact owns a 2015 Chevrolet Silverado 1500. The contact stated while making a turn at 20 MPH, the power steering assist failed with the "Service Power Steering - Drive with Caution" message was displayed. Upon investigation, the contact discovered NHTSA Campaign Number: 14V719000 (Steering) which he linked to the failure. The vehicle was taken to a dealer and the contact was informed that the electronic power assist and rack and pinion needed to be replaced. The manufacturer was notified of the failure and the contact was informed that the vehicle was not under recall. The vehicle was repaired. The failure mileage was approximately 86,000.
#11545513 |
A warning about my power steering popped up. My power steering is completely out. I had to drive it to the dealership to be worked on. The dealership has it in the shop. It's been there for two months, they cannot find the part. GMC/Chevy offered some money to help cover me since I cannot drive it, but that's when Gerald Jones GMC Aiken, SC deemed it operable. I told Chevy/GMC I would ask what the NHTSA said about that. I asked GMC the definition of operable. I don't have a definition yet. My belief is that my truck is not operable due to a safety issue (power steering) being out. Thank you for always protecting the consumer and protecting us. Very Respectfully, a military veteran and x-ray tech that knows vehicle safety! Ty, [XXX] [XXX] INFORMATION REDACTED PURSUANT TO THE FREEDOM OF INFORMATION ACT (FOIA), 5 U.S.C. 552(B)(6)
#11544120 |
At low speed power steering will cut off and kick in opposite direction, radio will blank out followed by service stabilitrak warning has happened multiple times in last few wks since first of Sept 2023
#11542503 |
Power steering stop working “ACTION REQUIRED “ Steering assist is reduced Drive with care
#11539904 |
Truck shuts down, power steering quits working and forces vehicle wheel back other direction, stablitrack light comes on, ac shuts down, truck loses power, sometimes completely shuts down while turning.
#11533465 |
[XXX]. My 2015 silverado with the 5.3 randomly just shuts off. When slowing down and at 10 to 20 mph, the Instrument panel goes dark, the engine shuts off, no power steering or brakes and almost crashed into someone. I turn the key it starts back up, but have to reset time and date and lose radio channels. Once a message about stabilitrac flashed after starting back up. Truck can be for Inspection. This problem happened 4 times in one morning it is being looked at now on [XXX]. There hasn't been any warnings. It just shuts down. INFORMATION REDACTED PURSUANT TO THE FREEDOM OF INFORMATION ACT (FOIA), 5 U.S.C. 552(B)(6)
#11532860 |
While driving on the highway, I came to stop in traffic. Power shut off in truck. I had AC on and radio on and everything turned off.Dashboard went blank as well. Power restored and service stabiltrack notification came on. This happened multiple times while on road. Got off as soon as possible and took to dealership. Dealership has yet to get back to us. I believe this is related to the two recalls that I had completed. At no point should I lose power in the vehicle and not be able to control the car. This could have been a tragedy if driving at full speed and for vehicle to shut down.
#11532102 |
The contact owns a 2015 Chevrolet Silverado 1500. The contact stated while her husband was driving approximately 25 MPH, the "Service Power Steering”, “Service Stabili-trak" and "Service Four Wheel Drive" were displayed. The contact's husband was able to veer to the side of the roadway. The contact stated that her husband turned off and restarted the vehicle, and the vehicle responded as needed. The contact's husband was able to continue driving. The contact stated that the failure had been occurring increasingly and was persistent after restarting the vehicle. An alarm sounded. The contact stated that while driving from a complete stop, the vehicle hesitated to respond, and then jolted suddenly. The vehicle was taken to the dealer, who informed the contact that the failure could be related to NHTSA Campaign Numbers: 18V586000 (Steering) and 19V761000 (Service Brakes, Hydraulic, Service Brakes, Electronic Stability Control); however, additional diagnostics tests were being performed....
#11530900 |
The contact owns a 2015 Chevrolet Silverado 1500. The contact stated that while driving approximately 40 MPH and making a right turn, the vehicle lost power steering functionality, causing the steering wheel to become difficult to turn, almost causing the vehicle to crash into another vehicle. The message "Power Steering, Drive with Care" was displayed. The vehicle was taken to the local dealer who diagnosed that the electrical power steering was faulty, and the steering rack needed to be replaced. The vehicle was not yet repaired. The manufacturer was notified of the failure, but no assistance was offered. The contact was informed that the VIN was not included in the NHTSA Campaign Number: 14V719000 (Steering). The failure mileage was 188,000.
#11527732 |
The component or system is the Electronic Power Steering System and my vehicle is available for inspection at any time needed. Although this started last week and is happening randomly it has happened three times all in the last week. While making a turn I lose all power steering, in fact all power and have to try to maneuver the truck safely. This is the same issue that GM issued a recall for GM recall 18289. NHTSA Campaign # 18V586. This problem is very dangerous and I almost collided head on due to this problem when leaving work and in a turning zone. The first time it happened my mom said it jerked the steering wheel. lost all power and she had to manhandle it to keep from hitting a child that was walking across the parking lot at a Dollar General store. I need to see about getting my...
#11524280 |
Steering assist was sluggish and engine stalled when driving slowly or entering a turn; engine stalled when on a road incline;
#11520823 |
Brought this vehicle in several times to the dealership for electric power steering momentarily failing and coming back. Dealership says this VIN is not associated to a recall. This issue has almost caused me several accidents as well as the shop foreman/manager. This is safety related and needs to be addressed
#11516495 |
Truck stalles when wheel is turned at idle or low speed. No warning just dies. No problem restarting.
#11516396 |
The contact owns a 2015 Chevrolet Silverado 1500. The contact stated while slowing down to make a U turn, the vehicle lost power steering functionality. There was no warning light illuminated. The contact stated that the power steering became operable after making the turn and accelerating. The contact stated that the failure had been reoccurring while slowing down to make a turn. The dealer was notified of the failure and an appointment was scheduled for a diagnostic test. The vehicle was not diagnosed nor repaired. The manufacturer was notified of the failure and informed the contact that the power steering control module (PSCM) had been reprogrammed in 2019. The contact related the failure to NHTSA Campaign Number: 18V586000 (Steering). The failure mileage was approximately 110,000.
#11509982 |
The contact owns a 2015 Chevrolet Silverado 1500. The contact stated while driving 80 MPH the steering wheel became firm. There was no warning light illuminated. The vehicle was taken to the dealer and a software update was performed; however, the failure reoccurred. The manufacturer was not contacted. The failure mileage was 108,000.
#11508417 |
2015 CHEVY Silverado rack and pinion steering went only after 34,000. There are 900 cars recalled. My vin was not mentioned but the something happen to me, No warning. I did my research and 2014,2015,2016 all effected. It's something to do with the module. I have two small children do you know how frightening this is. How could this me the company said my car is not affected by the vin. but it is. They are not owning up to the situation. Can you help me please?
#11498274 |
The contact's husband owns a 2015 Chevrolet Silverado 1500. The contact stated that while her husband was parking the vehicle, the vehicle experienced a loss of power steering assist. The contact stated that the steering wheel felt abnormally stiff, causing difficulties while steering the vehicle. The vehicle was taken to the dealer however, the dealer was unable to duplicate the failure. The vehicle was not repaired. The manufacturer was made aware of the failure. The failure mileage was approximately 41,000.
#11495851 |
At slow speeds the brake pedal gets hard and does not stop vehicle. At random times I temporarily lose power steering and vehicle is hard to turn.
#11484232 |
As reported in a previous recall, the electric steering cut out on me on two separate occasions during low speed turning into parking spots.
#11472167 |
NHTSA campaign number 18V586. GM’s recall is 18289. Power steering at low speeds with voltage drop causes power steering to lose control
#11469964 |
2015 Chevy Silverado, 62,300 miles. While driving at highway speeds. The air condition compessor locked up. Causing the engine to die and causing the loss of power steering and power brakes. I was unable to brake in a timely manner and had to swerve to avoid stopped traffic. It seems there are thousands complaining of the same issue online. There was no warning. I have contacted the dealer and they say there is no recall.
#11468342 |
While driving my dash and power steering would go out suddenly without any warning and last for several minutes before regaining electrical power. Engine would still be operating and I was still able to drive it but I lost all power and electrical indicators when it would happen.
#11462893 |
The truck just shut down for no reason,then can not turn it or can not use the brakes to stop it,then will not start,then it will start in time.
#11456407 |
When going at low speed, power braking fails, and I have almost crashed my truck several times. Also - when going at low speeds, my electronic power steering fails - it's difficult to turn and the steering wheel "kicks back" in my hands. Extremely difficult to turn. I'm very concerned that these two things will lead to a crash/accident. Please help! The approximate date listed is the last time these two issues occurred - but it occurs almost every time I drive the vehicle.
#11452294 |
The contact owns a 2015 Chevrolet Silverado 1500. The contact stated the Electric Power Steering Assist module was updated under NHTSA Campaign Number: 18V586000 (Steering) however, while driving 55 MPH two years later, the warning message “Service Power Steering” illuminated. The contact continued to drive the vehicle. The contact stated that the failure had been reoccurring and the vehicle would lose power steering while parked. The contact stated that the stability tract control warning light and the 4-wheel drive warning light illuminated intermittently. The vehicle was taken to the dealer where it was diagnosed that the battery needed to be replaced. The vehicle was repaired; however, the failure persisted. The vehicle was taken back to the dealer where it was diagnosed that the wiring harness lid needed to be cleaned and the dialectic grease needed to be applied inside the connectors. The contact stated that the vehicle was repaired; however,...
#11446915 |
While slowing down to make a right turn the engine stalled and the electrical power was lost rendering the power steering inoperable. The loss of power steering created a dangerous situation where I almost hit a tree. Also there has been several occasions while driving on the freeway the electrical power stalled. Thankfully it was only for less than two seconds, but I can't imagine what would have happened on a busy freeway had it not been only a temporary loss of power. I read online that these problems are not uncommon. I have taken the truck to a Chevy dealer where they replaced battery cables they said had some resistance in them. It's been a month since the repair ($1300 later) was made and have not experienced any problem since. After experiencing these "power failers", there would be a message on the dash that would state "OPEN THEN CLOSE...

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