2015 Chevrolet Silverado 1500 steering problems

Related recalls

• Recall 18V586000Sep 7, 20181,015,918 vehicles
  STEERING:ELECTRIC POWER ASSIST SYSTEM

  General Motors LLC (GM) is recalling certain 2015 Chevrolet Silverado 1500, Tahoe and Suburban, GMC Sierra 1500 and Yukon, and Cadillac Escalade vehicles. Electric power steering (EPS) assist may be lost momentarily, followed by a sudden return of EPS assist.

  Risk: If EPS assist is lost and then suddenly returns, the driver may have difficulty steering the vehicle, especially at low speeds, increasing the risk of a crash.

  Remedy: GM will notify owners, and dealers will update the EPS module software, free of charge. The recall began October 12, 2018. Owners may contact Cadillac customer service at 1-800-458-8006, Chevrolet customer service at 1-800-222-1020 and GMC customer service at 1-800-462-8782. GM's number for this recall is 18289.

What owners say

1. Filed Sep 23, 2026106,799 miTXSteering

   The contact owns a 2015 Chevrolet Silverado 1500. The contact stated that while the vehicle was parked, the "Service Power Steering Drive" message was displayed and the steering wheel became extremely difficult to maneuver. The contact attempted to drive onto the main street; however, had to drive slowly with the hazard lights activated, before returning to the residence. The contact researched and became aware of an unknown recall; however, the VIN was not under recall. The…

   NHTSA complaint #11766525 · source
2. Filed Aug 21, 2026158,000 miTXSteering

   The contact owns a 2015 Chevrolet Silverado 1500. The contact stated that while driving at various speeds, the vehicle lost power steering functionality for approximately 1 minute. The failure had occurred while the steering wheel was straight or turning towards the left or the right, and the steering wheel was jerking during the failure. The “Power Steering” message was displayed, and there was an audible chime intermittently. The dealer was contacted, and the issue was…

   NHTSA complaint #11758442 · source
3. Filed Aug 14, 2026COElectrical SystemSteering

   COMPONENT: Electric power steering (EPS) and electrical/power distribution. Available for inspection. FAILURE: My 2015 Chevrolet Silverado 1500 LT (5.3L, 4WD) intermittently loses EPS assist during tight low-speed turns; steering becomes suddenly and severely heavy. On one occasion the engine shut off completely while I was turning - steering went heavy immediately before the stall. The same events bring random Service StabiliTrak warnings, Tow/Haul messages I did not…

   NHTSA complaint #11756917 · source
4. Filed Aug 12, 2026216,300 miALSteering

   The contact owns a 2015 Chevrolet Silverado 1500. The contact stated that the vehicle was taken to a dealer for an undisclosed repair. The vehicle was picked up and driven for seven minutes down the road, and the vehicle lost power steering functionality. The vehicle was taken back to the dealer, and the following day the vehicle was diagnosed and determined to have a failed steering angle sensor. The vehicle was repaired out of pocket; however, after the repair, the issue…

   NHTSA complaint #11756455 · source
5. Filed May 4, 2026FLSteering

   This was a recall on some of the 2015 Chevy Silverados but my VIN was not included even though I am experiences the same problem as other 2015 that were recall for this problem.

   NHTSA complaint #11735695 · source
6. Filed Apr 30, 2026ILElectrical SystemSteering

   While driving at approximately 45 mph, the steering system suddenly failed without any warning. The steering wheel became extremely stiff and nearly impossible to turn, resulting in a sudden loss of control of the vehicle. I was unable to safely steer, especially when attempting to turn right, which nearly caused a crash. There were no warning lights, alerts, or prior symptoms before this failure. The issue occurred abruptly and without any indication, creating a serious and…

   NHTSA complaint #11734995 · source
7. Filed Mar 6, 202665,000 miNYSteering

   The contact owns a 2015 Chevrolet Silverado 1500. The contact stated that while making a turn to the left or the right at slower speeds, the vehicle stalled and lost automotive power. No warning light was illuminated. The contact stated that the vehicle was restarted as a temporary fix. The vehicle was taken to a local dealer, where a ground cable replacement was performed. The vehicle was repaired; however, the failure reoccurred. The vehicle was taken back to the same…

   NHTSA complaint #11722471 · source
8. Filed Feb 4, 2026CTElectrical SystemSteering

   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…

   NHTSA complaint #11715552 · source
9. Filed Dec 15, 2025150,000 miOKSteering

   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…

   NHTSA complaint #11705032 · source
10. Filed Oct 19, 2025MIElectrical SystemEngineSteering

    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…

    NHTSA complaint #11694434 · source
11. Filed May 29, 2025115,000 miFLSteering

    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…

    NHTSA complaint #11663678 · source
12. Filed Feb 27, 202530,000 miINElectrical SystemSteering

    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…

    NHTSA complaint #11645322 · source

Source: U.S. National Highway Traffic Safety Administration (NHTSA) Office of Defects Investigation public data. Complaints are submitted by owners and are not verified by NHTSA or by us; a complaint does not prove a defect exists. View this vehicle on NHTSA.gov Methodology