2017 Chevrolet Corvette: Steering complaints
Owner-reported issue (NHTSA complaints, not a recall)
Symptoms
NHTSA has 18 owner complaints for the 2017 Chevrolet Corvette that list the steering component. Complaints are individual owner reports, not verified defects.
Examples:
- NHTSA complaint ODI #11688587 (filed 09/20/2025): “Driving this vehicle yesterday, the power steering assist failed. fortunately, i was traveling at a low speed at the time. a message appeared on the dash telling me there was a power steering issue and to drive cautiously. i can make this vehicle available for inspection upon request. i have not yet…”
- NHTSA complaint ODI #11626378 (filed 11/20/2024): “The contact owns a 2017 chevrolet corvette. the contact stated while driving 70 mph, the eps warning light illuminated. the contact pulled over to the side of the roadway, turned off, and restarted the vehicle; however, the failure persisted. the vehicle was not taken to a dealer or independent mech…”
- NHTSA complaint ODI #11606455 (filed 08/05/2024): “2017 corvette power steering assist failed while driving as described exactly in nhtsa recall nhtsa campaign number: 19v086000. dealer claims recall is not included for my vehicle identification number. car only has 5100 miles on it and failed exactly as recall described and nearly caused a collisio…”
Likely causes
These complaints do not establish a single root cause; read the examples above and get a diagnosis.
Fix, in plain English
No single fix is established by these reports. Check your VIN for open recalls at nhtsa.gov/recalls, ask a dealer about technical service bulletins (TSBs) or extended warranty coverage, then have the system diagnosed.
DIY difficulty: Pro
Electric power steering faults typically need module diagnosis with a scan tool and calibration. (Our assessment.)
Cost
No sourced cost range for this issue. Get a written quote after diagnosis.
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