ON 25 OCTOBER 2019, WHILE MOVING FORWARD AFTER BACKING OUT OF THE PARKING SPACE AT MY WORK, THE TRUCK BEGAN AN UNCOMMANDED TURN TO THE LEFT. WITH SIGNIFICANT FORCE I WAS ABLE TO STRAIGHTEN THE STEERING WHEEL. IN LIGHT OF THE POTENTIAL LACK OF STEERING CONTROL, I HAD THE TRUCK DELIVERED TO THE COURTESY GMC DEALERSHIP IN LAFAYETTE, LOUISIANA FOR REPAIR. ACCORDING TO THE REPAIR RECEIPT, THE ELECTR…
2017 chevrolet Colorado steering problems
moderate 19 complaints filed with NHTSA · avg repair $700
Complaints
19
Recalls
0
Crashes
0
Avg fix
$700
What owners are reporting 3 most recent
I OWN A 2017 CHEVY COLORADO Z71 4X4. ONCE BACK ON THE HIGHWAY AFTER OFF-ROADING ON THE BEACH, WHILE FORWARD DRIVING AT ROUGHLY 50 MPH I RAN OVER A CHOPPED PIECE OF FIRE WOOD IN THE ROAD. THE PIECE OF WOOD CONTACTED THE SKID PLATE, WHICH THEN COLLAPSED THE HOLLOW SKID PLATE BRACKET WELDED TO THE FRONT CROSS SECTION/AXLE OF THE CHASSIS, WHICH THEN FLATTENED INTO THE PLASTIC POWER STEERING MODULE(S) …
The contact’s husband owns a 2017 Chevrolet Colorado. The contact stated that on multiple occasions while driving approximately 30-35 MPH, the steering wheel jerked. The contact stated that she was concerned for her safety while driving the vehicle. The contact stated that the failure almost caused a crash. The power steering and stabili-trak warning lights were illuminated. The vehicle was not di…
Common questions
How serious is the steering problem on the 2017 chevrolet Colorado?
It's a documented issue but not catastrophic. 19 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?
Mileage data is limited for this issue. Owners report failures across a wide range, suggesting cause is more about driving conditions and maintenance than mileage alone.
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.
Other problem areas on this vehicle
Complaint and recall data sourced from the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration (NHTSA)
public records database. Severity ratings are derived from reported crashes, fires, injuries, and fatalities.
Repair cost estimates are independent-shop national averages and may differ in your area.
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