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2023 Chevrolet Silverado 1500 Steering Problems

5 owner-reported steering complaints from NHTSA data

5
Complaints
1
Crashes
1
Fires
Jan 2026Oct 2023
Date Range

Data sourced from NHTSA public database. For informational purposes only. Always consult a qualified mechanic.

Owner Complaints (5)

criticalSTEERING,ELECTRICAL SYSTEM,ENGINE
FireFiled: Feb 2026

Your 2023 Silverado caught fire while parked in your driveway about 10 minutes after you used the factory remote start system. The fire appeared to start in the dashboard and steering column area and was electrical in nature, according to firefighters. The vehicle had 60,000 miles, no warning lights beforehand, and is likely a total loss. This will likely require a complete electrical system inspection and replacement of damaged wiring, connectors, and control modules throughout the steering and dashboard area.

NHTSA #: 11721174
mediumSTEERING
CrashFiled: Feb 2026

The contact owns a 2023 Chevrolet Silverado 1500. The contact was driving at approximately 35 MPH, and the steering wheel was difficult to maneuver, causing the vehicle to veer off the road and crash into a tree and a steep ditch, where it came to a stop. The air bags did not deploy. The "Service Power Steering" message was displayed on the instrument panel. The contact sustained injuries, including arm lacerations. The contact did not seek medical attention. A police report was not filed. The vehicle was towed to an auto body repair shop to get a diagnosis; however, the vehicle was not diagnosed as of yet. A dealer was contacted and went to the auto body repair shop to diagnose the vehicle; however, the vehicle was not diagnosed. The vehicle was not repaired. The manufacturer was not notified of the dealer. The failure mileage was approximately 16,000.

NHTSA #: 11716684
mediumSTEERING,SERVICE BRAKES,ENGINE
Filed: Jan 2026

On 1/21/26 traveling on a 4 lane divided highway, vehicle stalled, several warning lights came on and vehicle came to a complete stop in driving lane. Vehicle locked in park and could not put vehicle in neutral to push it out of highway. Several vehicle swerved to avoid and until tow truck came blocked a lane. It was about 3:30pm fortunately. So vehicle was visible and no accidents to our knowledge occurred. Thai created a dangerous traffic situation. It was caused by a fuel pump control module Whig was repaired 2 days later at local Chevy dealer. We were advised there were no recalls on this part but it is a common problem. GM should somehow find a solution and repair said problem

NHTSA #: 11713006
mediumSTEERING
Filed: Jan 2025

I was driving on the interstate when the power steering failed. I was on a straightaway so I was able to force the vehicle to the side of road and have it towed. If I was in a corner, I would have crashed. It was repaired at Chevrolet Dealership.

NHTSA #: 11638812
mediumSTEERING,WHEELS,UNKNOWN OR OTHER
Filed: Oct 2023

Vehicle sways/wobbles on grooved pavement. Magnified immensely when towing a trailer. Threatens to pull you into other driving lanes. Service technician and service manager at dealership state it is a known condition with the type of tires Chevrolet has put on the vehicle and that Chevrolet is refusing to do anything about it. Multiple dates and is repeatable.

NHTSA #: 11547575

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