How many steering complaints does NHTSA have for the 2015 Chevrolet Silverado 1500?

NHTSA lists 174 steering complaints for the 2015 Silverado 1500, making up 15% of all 1,181 complaints filed for that model year.

Is there a steering recall for the 2015 Chevrolet Silverado 1500?

Yes. Two recalls address steering: campaign 18V586000 for electric power steering assist loss, remedied with an EPS module software update, and campaign 14V719000 for an EPS module problem, remedied by replacing the power steering assist motor kit.

At what mileage do steering problems typically show up?

The median mileage at failure for steering complaints on the 2015 Silverado 1500 is 49,000 miles.

Have steering problems caused crashes or injuries?

NHTSA data tied to steering complaints for this model year shows 8 crashes and 5 injuries, with no fires reported.

Is the 2015 steering complaint rate higher than other Silverado 1500 years?

The 2015 model's 15% share is lower than 2014's 27% but higher than most years from 2017 onward, which range from 2% to 10%.

2015 Chevrolet Silverado 1500 Steering Problems

NHTSA lists 174 steering complaints for the 2015 Chevrolet Silverado 1500, 15% of all complaints for the year, tied to 8 crashes and 5 injuries at a median 49,000 miles. Two related recalls (18V586000 and 14V719000) cover electric power steering assist loss.

Steering complaints: 174; 15% of 1,181
Crashes reported: 8
Fires reported: 0
Injuries reported: 5
Median mileage: 49,000 mi
Related recalls: 2

Typical steering symptoms owners report

Owners describe sudden, total loss of steering control while turning at low or moderate speed, sometimes leading to a crash.
Some report the steering wheel sticking or locking during long, sweeping highway turns at 70 mph, requiring force to bring it back to center.
Several describe the steering wheel disconnecting or jamming after parking, with a rattling noise and a hard-to-turn ignition key afterward.
Others report violent shaking or vibration of the steering wheel and interior at low speeds, with dealers unable to diagnose the cause.
One owner reported steering lock-up combined with brake failure occurring together during driving.
A complaint tied to recall repair work described the steering locking up shortly after a dealer visit for the recall fix.

When 2015 Chevrolet Silverado 1500 steering complaints were filed

First complaint Oct 30, 2014, latest Sep 23, 2026.

174 complaints filed with NHTSA from 2014 Q4 to 2026 Q3; peak 2018 Q4 (12).

Steering recalls for the 2015 Chevrolet Silverado 1500

NHTSA 18V586000Sep 7, 2018Steering1,015,918 vehicles
Steering:electric power assist system
General Motors LLC (GM) is recalling certain 2015 Chevrolet Silverado 1500, Tahoe and Suburban, GMC Sierra 1500 and Yukon, and Cadillac Escalade vehicles. Electric power steering (EPS) assist may be lost momentarily, followed by a sudden return of EPS assist.
Risk: If EPS assist is lost and then suddenly returns, the driver may have difficulty steering the vehicle, especially at low speeds, increasing the risk of a crash.
Remedy: GM will notify owners, and dealers will update the EPS module software, free of charge. The recall began October 12, 2018. Owners may contact Cadillac customer service at 1-800-458-8006, Chevrolet customer service at 1-800-222-1020 and GMC customer service at 1-800-462-8782. GM's number for this recall is 18289.
NHTSA 14V719000Nov 10, 2014Steering679 vehicles
Steering:electric power assist system
General Motors LLC (GM) is recalling certain model year 2015 Chevrolet Silverado, Suburban, Tahoe, GMC Sierra, and Yukon XL vehicles, equipped with electric power steering (EPS). Due to a problem with the EPS module, the affected vehicles may experience a sudden loss of power steering assist during vehicle operation.
Risk: An unexpected loss of power steering increases the risk of a crash.
Remedy: GM will notify owners, and dealers will replace the power steering assist motor kit, free of charge. The recall began on November 17, 2014. Owners may contact GM customer service at 1-800-222-1020 (Chevrolet), or 1-800-462-8782 (GMC). GM's number for this recall is 14743.

Steering complaints by Silverado 1500 model year

Raw complaint counts per model year; newer years have had less time to accumulate complaints.

201010 (2%)
201111 (2%)
20126 (2%)
201318 (5%)
2014427 (27%)
2015174 (15%)
2016111 (14%)
201766 (8%)
201842 (8%)
201976 (7%)
202074 (10%)
202141 (5%)
202213 (2%)
20237 (2%)
202411 (4%)
20254 (4%)

Frequently asked questions

How many steering complaints does NHTSA have for the 2015 Chevrolet Silverado 1500?: NHTSA lists 174 steering complaints for the 2015 Silverado 1500, making up 15% of all 1,181 complaints filed for that model year.
Is there a steering recall for the 2015 Chevrolet Silverado 1500?: Yes. Two recalls address steering: campaign 18V586000 for electric power steering assist loss, remedied with an EPS module software update, and campaign 14V719000 for an EPS module problem, remedied by replacing the power steering assist motor kit.
At what mileage do steering problems typically show up?: The median mileage at failure for steering complaints on the 2015 Silverado 1500 is 49,000 miles.
Have steering problems caused crashes or injuries?: NHTSA data tied to steering complaints for this model year shows 8 crashes and 5 injuries, with no fires reported.
Is the 2015 steering complaint rate higher than other Silverado 1500 years?: The 2015 model's 15% share is lower than 2014's 27% but higher than most years from 2017 onward, which range from 2% to 10%.