1997 Chevrolet K Series Steering Problems
- Complaints
- 2about this part
- Share
- 40%of 5 total for the year
- Median mileage
- 53,000miles
- Trend
- Not enough dataFewer than 15 complaints, too few for a reliable trend.
NHTSA recorded 2 complaints about the steering of the 1997 Chevrolet K Series, 40% of the 5 complaints for this model year. Where a mileage was given, the median is 53,000 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.
“The power steering assist is erratic. While driving - generally most noticeable at highway speeds, the steering wheel will jerk slightly, or feel as if it is held back for a second or two and suddenly released. Most noticeable in straight ahead or slight turn situations.”
NHTSA complaint #10135078, filed 2005-09, 53,000 miles“While turning the steering wheel, it jerked unexpectedly. The driver took the vehicle to the dealer for analysis. The mechanic could not duplicate the problem.”
NHTSA complaint #10054179, filed 2004-01Steering: other model years
| Year | Complaints | Share of year |
|---|---|---|
| 1997 | 2 | 40% |
Other parts of the 1997 Chevrolet K Series
← All problems reported for the 1997 Chevrolet K Series
About this data. Data from NHTSA (ODI) complaints, recalls, TSBs and investigations, updated Oct 30, 2026. Complaints are unverified consumer reports and may be duplicated or inaccurate.
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