Issue ID | 1461939 |
Internal NHTSA # | 11089127 |
Manufacurer | General Motors LLC |
Brand | CHEVROLET |
Model | TRAVERSE |
Model Year | 2009 |
File date | 16/02/18 |
Component | STEERING |
Product type code | VEHICLE |
Description of the problem | Tl* the contact owns a 2009 chevrolet traverse. While approaching a stop sign, the steering wheel was difficult to maneuver in both directions when attempting to turn. The contact pulled over to the side of the road and inspected the vehicle, but found not visible failure. The vehicle was taken to an independent mechanic where it was diagnosed that the rack and pinion may need to be replaced. The vehicle was not repaired. The contact called gerry lane buick gmc (6615 florida blvd, baton rouge, la 70806, (225) 341-5413). The vehicle was not diagnosed, but the dealer stated that there were no recalls on the vehicle. The manufacturer was not made aware of the failure. The approximate failure mileage was 168,500. |
Vehicle Mileage at Failure | 168500 |
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Source of the issue | HOTLINE VOQ |
City and State | BATONROUGE, LA |
VIN pattern | 1GNER23D29SXXXXXX |
Was vehicle invloved in a crash? | N |
Was vehicle involved in a fire? | N |
Was incedent reported to police? | N |
Was medical attention required? | N |
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Date of purchase | 15/05/25 |
Was original owner? | N |
Anti-lock brakes | N |
Cruise control | N |
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