This preliminary informational bulletin provides a procedure to apply dielectric grease and a piece of adhesive shim stock to the steering angle sensor connector to correct a condition of service stabilitak message displayed in DIC and DTC C0455 or C0710
full bulletin at NHTSA ↗2010 Chevrolet Silverado steering problems
moderate Owners of the 2010 Chevrolet Silverado have filed 10 NHTSA complaints about the steering, typically surfacing around 41,000 miles at roughly $700 to repair (U.S. federal records, as of July 2026). Source: NHTSA Office of Defects Investigation. See steering across all vehicles →
Failure mileage
Complaints
10
Recalls
0
Avg fix
$700
| Model year | steering complaints |
|---|---|
| 2006 Silverado | 52 |
| 2007 Silverado | 32 |
| 2008 Silverado | 10 |
| 2009 Silverado | 11 |
| 2010 Silverado (this page) | 10 |
| 2011 Silverado | 11 |
| 2012 Silverado | 6 |
| 2013 Silverado | 18 |
| 2014 Silverado | 425 |
Is there a fix? Manufacturer service bulletins
The manufacturer has issued service bulletins covering steering on this vehicle — documented repair instructions, service campaigns, or warranty extensions sent to dealers. A TSB isn't a recall (it's not a free safety remedy), but it's the manufacturer acknowledging the issue and how to fix it.
This technical bulletin provides a procedure to flush and bleed the power steering system to correct a condition of power steering noise or fluid leak from power steering pump, gear or high pressure hose during extreme low temperature conditions.
full bulletin at NHTSA ↗GM: THERE IS UNWANTED STABILITY ACTION OR STABILITY LIGHT ON. THIS CAN BE CAUSED BY THE SUSPENSION BEING MODIFIED. UPDATED 6/18/12. MODELS 2007-13 ALL ESCALADE; AVALANCHE, SILVERADO, SUBURBAN, TAHOE; SIERRA, SIERRA DENALI, ALL YUKONS. UPDATED 11/28/12. UPDATED 4/1015.
full bulletin at NHTSA ↗This Preliminary Information communication provides information to the technician about vehicles that have an instrument panel backlighting flashes, flickers or inoperative, unwanted horn activation, radio controls inoperative or unwanted activation, OnStar unwanted activation, and cruise control inoperative. Technician should inspect for a short to ground on the steering wheel near the Supplemental Inflatable Restraint coil connector X2 and make necessary repairs to any shorted circuits and then position the wiring.
full bulletin at NHTSA ↗This Preliminary Information communication provides information to the technician with the installation of Cruise Control on a vehicle which did not come equipped with the option. Technician will need to contact the Techline Customer Support Center to determine if a calibration is available for the vehicle. If they are able to provide a calibration for the vehicle then order steering wheel with cruise control buttons, steering wheel sir coil, and steering column wiring harness.
full bulletin at NHTSA ↗Source: NHTSA manufacturer communications. Bring the bulletin number to your dealer or shop.
The failure pattern owners describe
Ten complaints center on power steering problems that emerge during low-speed driving and parking maneuvers. The most consistent issue: power steering fails or becomes stiff when owners turn the wheel at low RPM—pulling into parking lots, backing up trailers, or maneuvering in tight spaces. The system recovers when engine RPM climbs and the truck returns to normal highway speeds. One owner reported the steering wheel seized solid at 104,000 miles and required three rack-and-pinion replacements within three months. Another owner paid a Chevrolet dealer $220.77 to clean the throttle body, which did not resolve the stiff steering.
Dealers and independent mechanics have struggled to diagnose the root cause. One dealer pressure-tested the power steering system and found nothing wrong. Chevrolet itself acknowledged one owner's complaint exists in their records but stated it is not a recognized warranty issue because the system returns to normal once driving conditions normalize.
A separate failure mode involves traction control and stability control faults. Two owners reported traction control warnings at 41,000 and 44,000 miles. In one case, stability control activated abruptly, dropping speed from 35 mph to 10 mph, while power steering also stiffened. A dealer recommended steering control sensor replacement, though not all repairs were completed.
Same Chevrolet Silverado steering reports on nearby years: 2007 · 2008 · 2009 · 2011 · 2013
Failure modes owners describe
Power steering loss during low-RPM maneuvers
Power steering fails or becomes stiff when turning at parking lot speeds or during low-RPM maneuvering. The system recovers when engine RPM increases. Dealers have found no hydraulic pressure issues on bench testing.
When: 41,000–104,000 miles; occurs during parking lot maneuvers and backing up trailers
Symptoms owners cite: Power steering temporarily fails during sharp turns at low speed; Engine RPM drops when attempting full steering lock; Steering wheel becomes hard to turn; Power steering returns to normal once engine RPM recovers and vehicle returns to normal driving
Repairs/costs cited: Rack and pinion replacement (one owner required three repairs within three months); throttle body cleaning ($220.77 at dealer) did not resolve the issue
Recalls/TSBs owners mention: Dealer acknowledged the problem exists but stated it is not recognized as a warranty issue because the system returns to normal operation
Steering wheel seizing
Steering wheel locks or seizes, requiring the vehicle to roll down the driveway to unlock it. Diagnosed as a failed rack and pinion assembly.
When: 104,000 miles
Symptoms owners cite: Steering wheel seizes and will not turn; Requires vehicle movement to unlock steering
Repairs/costs cited: Rack and pinion replacement required; repaired three times within three months
Recalls/TSBs owners mention: Manufacturer was notified but did not assist
Traction control and stability control faults
Traction control warning illuminates during normal driving. In one case, stability control dropped vehicle speed from 35 mph to 10 mph abruptly, coupled with stiff power steering. Dealer recommended steering control sensor replacement.
When: 41,000–44,000 miles
Symptoms owners cite: Traction control warning light illuminates while driving 35 mph; Stability control activation causing sudden deceleration from 35 mph to 10 mph; Stiff power steering accompanying stability control event
Repairs/costs cited: Steering control sensor replacement recommended by dealer (not completed); no parts documented as replaced
Recalls/TSBs owners mention: Manufacturer was notified of the traction control issue
Synthesized from 10 NHTSA owner complaints — unverified consumer allegations, summarized for patterns. The verbatim filings appear below.
What owners are reporting 1 most recent
Frame is rotting quickly and causing suspension issues
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Common questions
How serious is the steering problem on the 2010 Chevrolet Silverado?
It's a documented issue but not catastrophic. 10 complaints have been filed. Repairs average $700 and most owners catch it before it causes a breakdown.
At what mileage does the steering typically fail?
Across the 8 complaints that reported odometer mileage, most steering failures cluster between 25,000 and 104,000 miles, with the median around 41,000. A quarter of owners report trouble before 25,000; a quarter make it past 104,000. Maintenance history matters more than the odometer alone — this is the reported failure window, not a guarantee.
What does it cost to fix?
Independent shops typically charge around $700 for steering repairs on this vehicle. Dealer pricing tends to run 20-40% higher. The exact figure depends on the specific failure mode, parts availability, and your local labor rates. If you're outside factory warranty, an extended service contract often covers this category.
Are there any recalls related to steering?
No active recalls currently cover steering issues on this vehicle. The complaints filed represent owner-reported failures that haven't risen to the level of a manufacturer-issued recall — but they're still worth knowing about before you buy or budget for repairs.
Related
Complaint and recall data sourced from the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration (NHTSA)
public records database. Verify the raw federal record at
nhtsa.gov/vehicle/2010/Chevrolet/Silverado.
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