Tl* the contact owns a 2004 gmc sierra 2500. while driving approximately 15 mph and making a left turn, the power steering suddenly malfunctioned causing the driver to lose control of the vehicle and crash into a fire hydrant. a police report was filed and it was unknown if there were any injuries sustained. the manufacturer was notified of the failure and the vehicle was towed to the dealer but no information was provided regarding the cause of the failure. the failure mileage was 120,000.
Dt: the contact stated when applying brake pressure at 5 mph or less there was a loss of power steering. when brake pressure was released, the power steering returned. he took the vehicle to the dealer, who stated the same pump activated the power steering and the power assist brakes;. he replaced a valve on the pump. the problem persisted, and he returned to the dealer. the dealer performed a diagnostic test that produced normal codes. there was technical service bulletin pit3310 , and the contact felt this was related to the ongoing problem. no further repairs have been made. *ak