Problems with 1999 Chevrolet Corvette STEERING

The car was in the chevrolet dealers for rear brake lights the were not working. they called and said the steering wheel column locked and will have to be replaced originally the cost was $230 now it's over $1100

I am the third owner of this car and it has 24,500 original miles. at 19,000 (4/19/2004) the steering column lock recall was performed. then in 2006 it was announced that even those initial recall repairs were failing and it was suggested to have the locking pin removed altogether which never was done to my car. my car currently has a locked pin and the dealer says they will not do the repair or remove the pin for free unless i file a complaint with the nhta.

My steering column failed in "locked" position. car can not be driven. i called chevy global and told my car was not covered in recall number 04006c. i called dealer and was told the steering column was fixed in 2004, two years before the 2006 recall. i asked how could the column lock if the original lock plate was removed? no one can answer that. they proceeded to remove the lock plate and charge me $300. i never received any notification of this recall or service bulletin back in 2006.

Tl* the contact owns a 1999 chevrolet corvette. while driving 1 mph, the vehicle stalled. the contact stated that the service column lock indicator illuminated and the "pull key ten seconds" message displayed. the contact stated that the vehicle was showing the same symptoms as indicated in nhtsa campaign number: 04v060000 (steering). the local dealer was not contacted. the vehicle was not diagnosed or repaired. the manufacturer was not notified. the failure mileage was 30,300.

Tl* the contact owns a 1999 chevrolet corvette. after the key was placed in the ignition, the vehicle cranked. however, the steering wheel was in a locked position and the gear shifter failed to shift into gear. a few hours later, the steering wheel unlocked without warning. there were no warning indicators illuminated. the dealer was not contacted. the vehicle was not diagnosed or repaired. the contact referenced nhtsa campaign number: 04v060000 (steering). the manufacturer was not notified of the failure. the approximate failure mileage was 27,000.

Service column lock did not disengage when car started and was able to pull out of parking spot before realizing i could not steer my vehicle! luckily i did not hit anything.

Tl* the contact owns a 1999 chevrolet corvette. after restarting the vehicle, the steering column failed without warning. the vehicle was not diagnosed or repaired. the vin was not included in nhtsa campaign number: 04v060000 (steering). the manufacturer was not notified. the approximate failure mileage was 36,000.

Tl* the contact owns a 1999 chevrolet corvette. while attempting to start the vehicle, the steering wheel would not unlock. the vehicle was not diagnosed nor repaired. the vehicle was serviced under nhtsa campaign number: 04v060000 (steering), but the remedy failed to repair the failure. the contact mentioned that the steering locked up when attempting to start the vehicle. the manufacturer was made aware of the failure. the failure mileage was 77,000. updated 06/29/16*lj the consumer stated the vehicle was repaired, free of charge. updated 08/03/16.*jb

Tl* the contact owns a 1999 chevrolet corvette. the contact stated that there was a warning light that illuminated for the steering column locking. the dealer and the manufacturer were notified of the failure and indicated that the vehicle was not included in nhtsa campaign number: 04v060000 (steering) because the statute to have the repair performed was expired. the contact was uncertain of when the vehicle would be repaired as the failure was recently progressing. the vehicle was either to be taken to an independent mechanic or an authorized dealer for diagnostic testing and repair. the approximate failure mileage was 30,000. updated 05/24/16*lj *tr

Tl* the contact owns a 1999 chevrolet corvette. the contact stated that the steering column seized while driving 25 mph. during the failure, the steering wheel lock warning indicator illuminated. the vehicle was not taken to an independent mechanic or dealer to be diagnosed or repaired. prior to the failure, the vehicle was remedied according to nhtsa campaign number: 04v060000 (steering). the manufacturer was notified of the failure. the failure mileage was 22,000. updated 02/05/16*lj updated 05/02/18*jb

Tl* the contact owns a 1999 chevrolet corvette. the contact stated that stated that while attempting to drive the vehicle, the service column lock warning light illuminated and the vehicle stalled. the vehicle was taken to the dealer and repaired under nhtsa campaign number: 04v060000 (steering), however the failure recurred. the manufacturer was notified of the failure. the approximate failure mileage was 92,846.

Tl* the contact owns a 1999 chevrolet corvette. the contact stated that when the key was removed, the steering wheel seized. the vehicle was previously serviced under nhtsa campaign number: 04v060000 (steering); however, the failure recurred. the manufacturer was notified of the failure. the failure mileage was approximately 98,000.

Tl* the contact owns a 1999 chevrolet corvette. the contact stated that when the key was inserted in the ignition, the steering wheel lock warning light illuminated. the contact stated that the warning indicator light instructed to remove the key and wait ten0 seconds to retry. the contact followed the instructions, but it failed to unlock the steering wheel. the vehicle was repaired under nhtsa campaign number: 04v060000 (steering); however, the repair failed to remedy the failure. the manufacturer was notified of the failure. the approximate failure mileage was 80,000.

I recently discovered i have a service column lock on my car and have discovered its a recall problem.nhtsa campagn number is 04v060000 and nhtsa action number is ea02031 and gm recall number is 04006. momentumchevrolet located in san jose are denying this recall and don't want to fix it when it clearly is a recall. so my question is are they allowed to not fix it when its a recall?

The corvette shut down and displayed steering column lock. based on prior gm corvette recalls the recall to fix this problem (steering column lock) where they state "a crash could occur without warning" did not cover all corvettes made during this time period. gm service operations dcs851 effective through 2003. i did not get far with gm or the dealership on addressing the column lock issue. since gm states it could result in a crash it surprised me that they don't have any interest in looking into whether the recall should be expanded to include other corvettes during the time period they had over 126,000 affected. if it was necessary back than what is different now?

Cpsc: i1530233a. 1999 chevrolet corvette. consumer stated while driving out his garage the steering wheel locked. *ln the consumer was informed by the dealer, the electronic steering lock and harness needed to be replaced. the consumer stated the problem was addressed twice. *jb

While pulling my car out of the garage and in drive the steering wheel locked as if the key was removed and in the security mode. i stopped the car and tried to wiggle the key to remedy, it would not, i had to stop the car, return the transmission to park, turn the key off and remove, and when i reinstalled and started the car the steering wheel would unlock. i took the car to the dealer, whom informed me this was a safety recall, had been addressed about 3500 miles prior, and it would now need to be repeated and my cost is almost $1000.00. it appears to me the recall correction was either not designed, installed, or has correctly resolved the recall problem. imagine had this occurred while traveling at highway speeds?? i contacted gm and reported, they chose to do nothing. [xxx] information redacted pursuant to the freedom of information act (foia), 5 u.s.c. 552(b)(6). *tr*jb

service active handling message on dic . it comes and gos . it usually shuts off after turning ignition off and restarting . i don't know if it is working or not. this safety concern . gm should have service parts for electronic components or have some other company have the rights to make them . what are owners supposed to do? we need a law for this. this is not a throw a way car . this car has only 24000 miles. *tr

Tl* the contact owns a 1999 chevrolet corvette. the contact stated that after starting the vehicle, the steering wheel would remain in the locked position rendering the vehicle undriveable. the contact indicated that on occasions the engine was turned off and restarted multiple times before the steering wheel would unlock. the vehicle was not diagnosed or repaired. the manufacturer was not notified. the failure mileage was 45,000.

Tl* the contact owns a 1999 chevrolet corvette. the contact stated that the vehicle was inoperable because the lock plate failed. the vehicle was towed to an authorized dealer, who diagnosed that the ignition lock actuator needed to be replaced. the vehicle was not included in nhtsa campaign id number: nhtsa 04v060000 (steering). the vehicle was not repaired by the dealer. the manufacturer was notified of the failure. the approximate failure mileage was 43773. *tr

Tl* the contact owns a 1999 chevrolet corvette. the contact stated that while driving 15 mph, the service steering warning lamp illuminated. the contact mentioned that the steering wheel seized and the vehicle stalled. the vehicle was not taken to the dealer however, a technician was contacted who notified the contact of nhtsa campaign number: 04v060000 (steering). the manufacturer was made aware of the failure but did not offer any assistance since the vehicle was not included in the recall. the vehicle was not repaired. the failure and current mileage was 67,000. updated 11/21/13*lj

Tl* the contact owns a 1999 chevrolet corvette. the contact stated that upon starting the ignition, the electronic column lock warning indicator illuminated without the steering column locking. the vehicle was repaired under a recall associated with nhtsa campaign id number 04v060000 (steering) however, the contact was held responsible for the remedy repair expense even though the vin was included in the recall. after the repair was performed, the fuel supply began to shut off and the vehicle failed to accelerate when driving at low speeds. the vehicle was towed to an authorized dealer where the contact was awaiting diagnosis of the failure. the manufacturer was notified of the problem. the approximate failure mileage was 52,000. the vin was unavailable.

Steering wheel position sensor is bad. when the driver information center initially displays the warning, "service active handling" & "service car soon", the car immediately engages the front left brake as the computer believes the car is sliding. these are fault codes c1286 & c1287. at speed, this causes the car to change to the left lane or cross the centerline into approaching traffic. there is no fix provided by gm. they have discontinued this part only for the 1999 & 2000 model year. it is available for all other model years. *tr

Tl* the contact owns a 1999 chevrolet corvette. the contact stated that while reversing, the steering wheel seized. the vehicle was towed to the dealer, who repaired the vehicle. the contact stated that the vehicle was repaired under nhtsa campaign id number: 04v060000 (steering), however the failure recurred on two separate occasions. the manufacturer was notified of the failure. the approximate failure mileage was 33,000.

My steering wheel locked up when pulling out of a parking space. i took it to the dealer for the factory recall. they said that the factory recall procedure had already been done on the car once. they said that because it has been more than 12 months since the first repair was done they will not cover the expense of fixing the problem. i now have the choice of driving a car that has a steering column that may lock up while driving or having to fork over close to $1000 to have them fix something that should have been done right the first time. *tr

Tl* the contact owns a 1999 chevrolet corvette. the contact stated that the steering wheel lock activated and would not turn in either direction. the vehicle was taken to the dealer who performed a diagnostic that located the failure at the steering. lock module. the manufacturer was contacted and they advised that the failure was previously repaired under a customer satisfaction campaign (01044) in july 2002. the manufacturer refused any further assistance with the repair. the vehicle was not repaired. the failure and the current mileage was 108,000. the consumer stated the steering locked up, but the vehicle was still drivable. the consumer stated a recall had been issued for the problem, but the dealer stated her vehicle identification number was not included in the recall. gm then informed the consumer, the recall had already been performed on the vehicle. updated 08/30/11 updated 10/18/11*lj upadted 12/02/11

I want to report a recurring problem with chevy corvettes 97-04 model years. the steering column lock on these cars malfunctions and renders your car immobilized. my 1999 model with 46000 miles has been through 2 recalls in 2001 and 2004 and locked up again this past saturday. i had the car towed to a gm dealer and according to chevy i have to pay for the repairs. what is the use of a recall if it doesn't solve the problem. it is also a safety issue. can you imagine driving at interstate highway speeds and your steering wheel locks up and you have no control? this problem happens to all corvettes in these years but it is more prevalent with manual transmissions. chevrolet needs to fix at their expense this serious defect before someone gets killed if they haven't already. this is a major inconvenience, expense and safety issue for corvette owners. chevrolet should have corrected this problem 2 recalls ago. *kb

Cpsc# i1170451a 1999 chevrolet corvette. consumer stated the steering wheel locked not allowing him to turn the wheels. also stated this problem has happened on two other occasions. *ln the consumer stated the vehicle was recalled and completed as directed by gm. the consumer contacted the dealer about the steering defect. however, the consumer was informed the recall had been corrected and there was nothing they could do. the consumer believed the steering defect is still in existence or was never adequately repaired. *jb

Tl* the contact owns a 1999 chevrolet corvette. the contact stated that the steering seized while driving 35 mph. the failure would recur sporadically and often when the vehicle was first started. the vehicle was taken to the dealer on numerous occasion where they replaced the steering relay and the actuator. the vehicle was scheduled to be towed to the dealer for repairs. the contact referenced nhtsa campaign id number: 04v060000 (steering: column locking: anti-theft device). the vehicle was repaired under the recall but because of the recurrence of the failure each the contact was held liable for repair costs. the manufacturer was notified of the failure who advised the contact that they repaired the vehicle previously under the recall campaign and they would not repair under the recall any further. the failure mileage was 6,731 and the current mileage was 15,000.

I was leaving my home for work. a warning light on the dash stated "steering column lock failure". the engine cut off and the column locked. thankfully this happened at 20-25mph. the car had to be towed to the dealer where they determined that the steering column lock actuator had shorted. this actuator, according to gm records, had previously been replaced under a safety recall. they charged me over $500 to replace the actuator this time. at speed a steering column lock actuator failure could be deadly. *tr

1999 chevrolet corvette. consumer states during a maintenance visit the steering lock assembly light was on. he was informed that there was a recall for this issue by friends. *kb the consumer was unaware the steering lock assembly had been replaced twice before he purchased the vehicle. updated 05/26/11*jb

Tl* the contact owns a 1999 chevrolet corvette. the contact stated that after starting the vehicle and attempting to shift into reverse, the steering assist seized and the vehicle stalled. the vehicle was taken to the dealer, who stated that the failure was caused by a faulty column harness. the failure was reported to the manufacturer. the contact referenced nhtsa campaign id 04v060000 (steering) and the vehicle was repaired under the recall, but the failure recurred three times. the failure mileage was 119,555. the current mileage was 131,010.

Tl* the contact owns a 1999 chevrolet corvette. the contact stated when driving 30 mph, the steering wheel would sporadically lock and become tight. the contact called the dealer who stated that the steering column would likely need replacing. the contact stated that the vehicle was previously repaired under nhtsa campaign id number: 04v060000 (steering: column locking: anti-theft device). when the contact inquired about the prior recall repair, both the dealer advised that any further repairs would be at the expense of the contact. the vehicle was not further repaired. the failure mileage was approximately 49,000 and the current mileage was approximately 53,000.

Tl* the contact owns a 1999 chevrolet corvette. the contact stated five years prior to nhtsa campaign recall number 04v060000 (steering:column locking:anti-theft device) was performed the steering column would not unlock when the key was in the ignition. the vehicle was towed to the dealer who advised her that they had to perform a diagnostic test in order to determine the cause of failure. the failure occurred on an intermittent basis for the past three years and at times she was able to unlock it. the manufacturer was contacted and offered no assistance. the failure mileage was approximately 57,000.

I would like to know how to place a complaint about gm. they have had a recall on y corvette where the steering column would lock up and fuel shuts off. they refuse to pay for the repair . my car is at the dealer and the service manager even said its related to the recall . i think this should be reported asap. many other corvette owners are affected by this defect and gm refuses to pay and claims that the cars is out of warrant this is a 1999 corvette. a recall is a recall and it should be fixed free of charge to the consumer. please advise on how to proceed and further report gm for this abuse. *tr

Tl the contact owns a 1999 chevrolet corvette. the contact stated that the computer failure caused the service column lock to engage and the steering wheel failed. the dealer replaced due to a recall; however, the warning light continued to illuminate. the dealer advised the contact that he would be responsible for the repair cost; however, he declined. the failure mileage was 92,000. updated 10/27/09 *bf the consumer stated the recall was performed on sep 21, 2001. at 42,227 miles, the computer flashed service column lock and again at 92,000 miles. the consumer was informed it would cost $740. gm stated they would not assist as the recall was fixed back in 2001. updated 10/29/09.*jb

Service column lock was recalled and fixed in 2006 but service column lock occurred again. this has been an ongoing problem well documented and gm has no fix for it it appears there are several fixes out there at the cost of the consumer which is not appropriate that gm refuses to properly troubleshoot this problem which is even occurring after the required ntsb recall repair is made. *tr

Tl*the contact owns a 1999 chevrolet corvette. the contact attempted to unlock the steering column, but was unsuccessful. the contact could not drive the vehicle and it was towed to an authorized dealer. the technician stated that the vehicle was included in nhtsa campaign id number 04v060000 (steering:column locking:anti-theft device). the manufacturer would not provide any financial reimbursement to the dealer; therefore, the vehicle had to be repaired according to the remedying instructions referenced in the recall at the cost of $700. the contact is in the process of having the vehicle repaired. the vehicle was repaired four years ago according to this same recall at the contact's expense. he called the manufacturer and is waiting for a response. the vin was unknown. the failure and current mileages were 42,220.

I attempted to drive my 1999 chevrolet corvette and the vehicle steering column locked up. i investigated the issue and found recall notification ea02031. however after notifying the my local dealer paradice chevrolet temecula ca of the issue they researched my vin and to my surprise the recall service had already been performed on my vehicle in 2005 i am deeply concerned that the matter was not resolved properly and there my still be an issue the manufacturer has not uncovered. please advise?

Tl*the contact owns a 1999 chevrolet corvette. the contact stated that the anti theft device locks the steering wheel when the vehicle is parked. the failure also occurs when he attempts to remove the keys from the ignition; however, there is a potential that it could occur while the vehicle is in motion as well. the vehicle has been repaired twice, but the failure still persists. there is a recall for the failure, but no remedy. the recall number was unknown. the failure mileage was 70,000.

I experienced the steering column on my 1999 corvette lock up while i was driving it. i was only in a restaurant parking lot and was able to stop and call for help. i called my local repair facility and they had informed me that i must have my car towed in for the necessary repairs. upon arriving at the repair facility, they informed me that a recall had been issued to remedy this issue. they check my vehicle identification number and quickly realized that the recall had already been performed on my car. they had to replace the parts once again and i was charged almost $700 for the repair. i asked why i needed to pay for the recall and they said i was paying for it because the recall had already been performed. i researched the exact recall pertaining to this particular incident (04v0600000) and discovered something that should not have been able to happen if the recall was performed as intended. the vehicle was supposed to be reconfigured as to disable it from being driven while the steering column was locked up. on the models equipped with an automatic transmission, the lock was removed from the steering column and a lock was installed on the shifter so it could not be removed from the park position. this was also intended to keep the anti-theft feature. on models equipped with manual transmissions, the lock on the steering column could not be removed because this was the only anti-theft device. instead the fuel to the engine was supposed to be interrupted if the steering column locked up. on my vehicle, i was able to drive my car into a parking spot at the restaurant. i was not able to steer the vehicle because of the steering column being locked up. i called the general motors reimbursement department and told them what happened and they said my claim was denied because the vehicle was out of warranty. from what i understand, mileage or warranty does not apply to safety recalls. please advise. *tr

Tl*the contact owns a 1999 chevrolet corvette. when the vehicle was started, the words "service steering column lock" appeared on the instrument panel. the contact notified an independent mechanic and was informed of the dangers of driving the vehicle. the mechanic stated that if the vehicle was driven, the steering column would lock and the fuel pump device would shut off. the vehicle has not been driven or repaired since the message appeared. the failure and current mileages were 20,700. updated 07/08/08. *bf updated *jb

I have a 1999 chevrolet corvette that has had problems with the steering column from day one and has never been properly fixed. now, the dealership says it's my responsibility to fix it. *tr

Backing out of driveway in my 1999 corvette, steering column locked causing me to go over a curb. warning light came on dash board. i had car towed to nearest chevy dealer where they proceeded to change the steering column lock motor. they told me that a recall (#04006b on feb/2004)on this car was performed and it was no longer covered under warranty. when i inquired as to a second posted recall #04006c) service mgr told me he knew nothing about second recall. they charged me $579.79 to repair and did not follow the guide lines stated in the second recall, where as the column lock assembly is to be rendered inoperative. i feel i was taken advantage of and chevrolet refuses to reimburse me and disable the lock assembly. talking to other people on line, this problem has returned on many vehicles after recall was performed. i am weary of driving my car because i never know if and when my steering column will lock causing an accident or possible loss of life. gm must be forced to do the right thing here and i want my money back. *tr

Tl*the contact owns a 1999 chevrolet corvette. whenever the vehicle is started, the steering wheel locks. nhtsa campaign id number 04v060000 (steering:column locking:anti-theft device) was referenced. the vehicle has been diagnosed by the dealer, but the failure still persists. the current and failure mileages were 197,000.

Tl*the contact owns a 1999 chevrolet corvette. while pulling out of the driveway, the steering locked to the left. the vehicle was towed to the dealer and they stated that the steering column lock failed. the vehicle was repaired. a year and a half later, the contact was attempting to pull off, but was unable to steer the vehicle. he then noticed that a light was illuminated, which stated "steering column lock failure". the contact is in the process of taking the vehicle to the dealer for further inspection. he filed a report with the manufacturer, but was not offered any compensation for the failure. the failure mileage was 35,000 and current mileage was 43,000. updated 08/14/09. *lj updated 08/14/09.*jb

Steering column locked up for the 3rd time since i've had the car (5 mos). on two ocassions it eventually released on its own. the gm recall bulletin 04006c, electronic column lock, was refused by bobby murray chevrolet in raleigh, nc, unless i agreed to pay $90/hr for diagnostics. they state i have already had a recall performed (an older recall, not 04006c according to the vis service date), so there's nothing they can do without payment. i contacted gm and they disagree with the dealership's assesment, and to this date have not responded to gm's inquiries.it appears to me to be all about the money and that they could care less about the safety issues involved. according to nhtsa and gm, the vehicle should not have been released back to me without the recall performed. at no cost!

Tl*the contact owns a 1999 chevrolet corvette. the contact stated that there is a safety recall on his vehicle. he stated that on three different occasions, his steering column failed. during the first two instances, it automatically unlocked. the vehicle was taken to the dealer for inspection. the most recent steering column failure was on may 7, 2007 in which the vehicle was towed to the dealer. the vehicle has not yet been repaired. the purchase date and engine size were unknown. the current and failure mileages were 63,401.

Tl* the contact owns a 1999 chevrolet corvette. the contact stated that when driving approximatley 5 mph, the vehicle would suddenly stall approximately every five feet. the vehicle traveled. the service steering column warning light would illuminate following every instance of the failure. the vehicle was not inspected by a dealer nor repaired. the failure mileage was approximately 3,000. updated 4/4/11 *cn updated 04/06/11

1) after placing the key into the ignition and starting the vehicle then placing the manual shifter into reverse to back away from the curb the steering column remained in the "lock" position. no series of removing and replacing the key and shaking of the steering wheel could cure the steering lock situation. 2) the vehicle cannot be driven therefore i had the vehicle towed to the dealer who performed the "steering lock recall" approximately 6 months prior at my expense. 3) the column lock mechanism was isolated as the fault and the dealer requests that i pay the repair fees. i have requested through the chevrolet complaint department that i be reimbursed for all the repairs and towing.*jb