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Chevy Cruze Steering Problem Q: I have a 2011 Chevy Cruze LT. I
bought it brand new and had zero problems until it hit 6,000 miles. I was making
a 3 hour trip and noticed that my steering had a slight jerk. The steering wheel
acted as if it had a spot to snap into and then it would snap back out. It would
slightly jerk to the left or right and then it would straighten back out. The
car didn't move at all, just the steering wheel. Once I got into OKC I noticed that the steering wheel would
then stick and I would have to move the wheel to "unlock" it. I've taken it into
the shop, since I'm covered bumper to bumper, and they found zero problems.
After I got the car back a few days later, I noticed that it had started doing
the same thing. Also, I noticed that the wheel only does this when I'm going
over 55 mph. I took the car back to the shop when I noticed it, today, and had
one of the shop guys test drive it. The only thing that he seemed to notice was that the car
would veer a little to the left or right and when you went to straighten the car
back out the steering would be a little loose and then it would quit. If anyone
has any idea or if you have a Cruze that's doing something similar, please let
me know!!! Also, I know about the recall and the dealership checked and I have
no recalls out on my car. Thanks! Msby A: Without looking at the vehicle, I would
have to guess that either something is getting stuck when you turn the wheel or
it could be in the computer to the car as the steering is controlled
electronically on newer vehicles or the i-beam which is what connects your
steering wheel to the parts that turn the car. Without looking at the vehicle, I would have to guess that
either something is getting stuck when you turn the wheel or it could be in the
computer to the car as the steering is controlled electronically on newer
vehicles or the i-beam which is what connects your steering wheel to the parts
that turn the car. It really sounds like something is getting in the way of the
wheels turning. It is really hard to say for sure without looking at it. It
could be any number of things. Take a look under the car to see if there is anything
noticeable in the wheel area that doesn't look like its supposed to be there.
Other then that you could try another shop. Dealerships aren't the greatest
especially when its warranty work. I have had a few problems with them with my
2006 Cobalt. I don't take my car to the dealer anymore even though it is still
under warranty. It is better to pay more and get it done right in my opinion. I
hope this helps some. Serena
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