2005 Chevrolet Avalanche Steering Problems
- Complaints
- 4about this part
- Share
- 6%of 71 total for the year
- Median mileage
- 12,535miles
- Trend
- Not enough dataFewer than 15 complaints, too few for a reliable trend.
NHTSA recorded 4 complaints about the steering of the 2005 Chevrolet Avalanche, 6% of the 71 complaints for this model year. Where a mileage was given, the median is 12,535 miles.
Fewer than 15 complaints name this part, so treat the figures as a rough indication only.
Example complaints
Selected from NHTSA records; personal details are removed. They are consumer reports, not findings.
“Bought our 2005 Avalanche in june 05. Not long after it started making a popping noise in the front end every time I turned the corner, into and out of the driveway etc. Have taken it in numerous times. They have replaced the steering shaft. They also did something with the upper and lower actuator. They have also changed the spring rubbers and regreased the front end. The noise goes away for awhile and then returns. It is now louder then ever. Even people in other vehicles can hear the popping noise. …”
NHTSA complaint #10262077, filed 2009-03, 12,535 miles“The contact owns a 2005 Chevrolet Avalanche. The contact stated that when driving at low speeds, the steering wheel would suddenly lock without warning preventing the contact from maneuvering the vehicle. The vehicle was inspected by a dealer and they advised him that he would need to replace the power steering pump. The vehicle was not repaired. The failure mileage was approximately 77,000. The VIN was unavailable.”
NHTSA complaint #10386843, filed 2011-03, 77,000 miles“The contact stated while turning left the steering wheel makes a popping noise. This occurred on normal roads during normal steering without warning. The vehicle was taken to the dealership for inspection. Upon inspection, the dealership replaced the front suspension, but the problem still exists. The manufacturer has not been notified.”
NHTSA complaint #10149913, filed 2006-02, 8,000 miles“The contact owns a 2005 Chevrolet Avalanche. The contact stated that the speedometer does not work correctly and the instrument panel is not in english. While making left turns at low speeds, the contact heard a noise under the steering shaft. The vehicle was taken to the dealer and they stated that there was nothing to worry about because it would not affect the vehicle. Mileages 85279 updated 04-14-09 updated 04/15/09.”
NHTSA complaint #10262160, filed 2009-03Related service bulletins
- 10044941Jul 1, 2014General motors: diagnosing power steering concerns. In rare cases, customers may comment on a lack of steering assist when stopped or during parking lot type of maneuvers. *js…
- 10036545Oct 1, 2010Buick/cadillac/chevrolet/gmc/oldsmobile and hummer: information on pitman arm shaft seal service kit. Do not replace entire steering gear for pitman seal leak. Technicians have…
- 10014899May 11, 2005Steering idler arm inspection procedure.
- 10013533Apr 21, 2005Lack of steering assist or shudder during parking lot type maneuvers.
Steering: other model years
Other parts of the 2005 Chevrolet Avalanche
21 complaintsAir bags
11 complaintsFuel system
9 complaintsTransmission and drivetrain
9 complaintsBrakes
5 complaintsEngine cooling
5 complaintsEngine
3 complaintsOther or unknown
3 complaintsBody and structure
3 complaintsVisibility (wipers, defrost, mirrors)
3 complaintsExterior lighting
2 complaintsSeat belts
2 complaints
← All problems reported for the 2005 Chevrolet Avalanche
About this data. Data from NHTSA (ODI) complaints, recalls, TSBs and investigations, updated Oct 29, 2026. Complaints are unverified consumer reports and may be duplicated or inaccurate.
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