2013 Chevrolet Traverse: Suction type sound and diminished steering
Common wear/failure (not a recall)
Symptoms
Owners of the 2013 Traverse report: suction type sound and diminished steering. CarComplaints.com lists 3 owner complaints, average mileage 34,550 miles.
NHTSA has 18 owner complaints for the 2013 Traverse in this area. Examples:
- NHTSA complaint ODI #11550086 (filed 10/16/2023): “It happened several times already and couple of times was so dangerous, i had 4 kids in my car. when i drive from salem, or to portland, or, in the middle of a highway, my car suddenly doesn't drive. on the dashboard signs are traction controll and stability t…”
- NHTSA complaint ODI #11511373 (filed 03/11/2023): “Vehicle steering wheel vibrates when it's on and on park . the light to dashboard , radio , is dim then as i drive it might turn bright then back to dim .…”
Likely causes
Sources do not establish a single root cause; diagnosis is needed. Owner-reported fixes are listed below.
Fix, in plain English
Most common owner-reported solutions on CarComplaints.com: replace powersteering pump and pressure hose (1 reports). Check for open recalls and extended warranty coverage with a dealer before paying out of pocket.
DIY difficulty: Pro
Electric power steering faults typically need module diagnosis with a scan tool and calibration. (Our assessment.)
Cost
CarComplaints.com owners report a typical repair cost of about $1,400 (owner-reported average, not a quote).
Typical parts (search links, no affiliate codes)
AutoZone · O'Reilly · Advance · RockAuto
Sources
- CarComplaints.com: Suction type sound and diminished steering (2013 Traverse)
- NHTSA complaints API, 2013 Traverse
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