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klawrencepdx · 07-22-2013, 06:31 PM

Hey everyone...............

I finally got my SS in for the airbag sensor alert to be fixed.
Also had a whine or zip noise in the steering column when turning the wheel.

Turns out I need a new steering gear? WTH?
At least it is under warranty still.

2011 w/ 22k miles

I wonder what kind of Hoopty the rental agency will be giving me. for my two day wait to get my baby back.

Cheers from Portland

Camero5 · 07-22-2013, 06:48 PM

Had the same issue. Changed the steering gear. Keep in mind that after the change there may be some vibration while turning. They just need to get the air out which of the steering system. No real way to do that other than turning the wheel back all the way the left till it stops and all the way to the right. That fixed it for me

DaFisch · 07-22-2013, 08:05 PM

When I turn my '11 steering wheel it sounds like a bunch of little clicks or like its forcing two pieces together. Anyone know?

Camero5 · 07-22-2013, 08:29 PM

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Originally Posted by DaFisch

When I turn my '11 steering wheel it sounds like a bunch of little clicks or like its forcing two pieces together. Anyone know?

Mine sounded like that when it got hot outside, when if was cooler, it was a whine. I took it in and they changed the gears.

Chevrolet Customer Svc · 07-22-2013, 08:44 PM

Greetings,

I appreciate the fact that you all have brought this to our attention with the steering wheel whine. I know this can be displeasing and I'd be more than happy to research any recalls regarding this for you if you send me your VIN. Feel free to message us privately for additional assistance. Here to help!

William R.
Chevrolet Customer Care

SS11 · 07-23-2013, 10:30 AM

I have a minor "whine" or slight vibration in my steering wheel as well. Brought it in under warranty and they said the vibration was caused by my tires. I had just replaced the original tires with the exact same Pirellies so I know that was BS. It doesn't feel like gears per se. Someone told me it could be a rubber boot that has dried out or needs lubrication. Who knows? It's not bad enough to bother as it is hardly noticeable except at very low speeds.

Camero5 · 07-23-2013, 12:38 PM

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Originally Posted by SS11

I have a minor "whine" or slight vibration in my steering wheel as well. Brought it in under warranty and they said the vibration was caused by my tires. I had just replaced the original tires with the exact same Pirellies so I know that was BS. It doesn't feel like gears per se. Someone told me it could be a rubber boot that has dried out or needs lubrication. Who knows? It's not bad enough to bother as it is hardly noticeable except at very low speeds.

The vibration in mine was from air in the steering after they changed out the gears. I would take it in for the whine and have them replace the gears. Hopefully that takes care of the vibration if its not your tires.

RumRunner · 11-18-2013, 06:33 PM

Mine 12' SS in the shop for the same thing, going on 12 days. They have now replaced the steering gear but it still makes noise. Very dissapointing for a 40K car. It started about 12,000 miles. I now have 17K

07-22-2013, 06:31 PM	#1
klawrencepdx Drives: 2011 CAMARO 2SS/RS black,CAI,RAMair Join Date: May 2011 Location: Hillsboro Posts: 91 View My Garage	Steering wheel Whine Hey everyone............... I finally got my SS in for the airbag sensor alert to be fixed. Also had a whine or zip noise in the steering column when turning the wheel. Turns out I need a new steering gear? WTH? At least it is under warranty still. 2011 w/ 22k miles I wonder what kind of Hoopty the rental agency will be giving me. for my two day wait to get my baby back. Cheers from Portland

07-22-2013, 06:48 PM	#2
Camero5 Hide! My wife's coming! Drives: 2013 Chevrolet Camaro ZL1 Join Date: Jun 2011 Location: Las Colinas, TX Posts: 1,442 View My Garage	Had the same issue. Changed the steering gear. Keep in mind that after the change there may be some vibration while turning. They just need to get the air out which of the steering system. No real way to do that other than turning the wheel back all the way the left till it stops and all the way to the right. That fixed it for me __________________ 2013 Camaro ZL1 Convertible CRT - 630 RWHP / 620 RWTQ - ADM Performance Built/Tuned - ZL-700 Package - LS9 CAM - Lingenfelter CNC Ported Heads - Stainless Power Headers

07-22-2013, 08:44 PM	#5
Chevrolet Customer Svc Drives: GM Vehicles Join Date: Jun 2010 Location: Michigan Posts: 9,327	Greetings, I appreciate the fact that you all have brought this to our attention with the steering wheel whine. I know this can be displeasing and I'd be more than happy to research any recalls regarding this for you if you send me your VIN. Feel free to message us privately for additional assistance. Here to help! William R. Chevrolet Customer Care __________________ For information on the GM Privacy Statement, please visit http://www.gm.com/privacy-statement.html

07-22-2013, 08:05 PM	#3
DaFisch Master Amateur Mechanic Drives: Victory Red 2011 2SS/RS Join Date: Jan 2013 Location: South Barrington, IL Posts: 1,719	When I turn my '11 steering wheel it sounds like a bunch of little clicks or like its forcing two pieces together. Anyone know?

07-23-2013, 10:30 AM	#6
SS11 Drives: 2011 SS/RS Join Date: Dec 2010 Location: Morgan Hill, CA Posts: 98 View My Garage	I have a minor "whine" or slight vibration in my steering wheel as well. Brought it in under warranty and they said the vibration was caused by my tires. I had just replaced the original tires with the exact same Pirellies so I know that was BS. It doesn't feel like gears per se. Someone told me it could be a rubber boot that has dried out or needs lubrication. Who knows? It's not bad enough to bother as it is hardly noticeable except at very low speeds.

11-18-2013, 06:33 PM	#8
RumRunner Drives: '12 2SS L99 Join Date: Jun 2012 Location: Tucson Posts: 7	Mine 12' SS in the shop for the same thing, going on 12 days. They have now replaced the steering gear but it still makes noise. Very dissapointing for a 40K car. It started about 12,000 miles. I now have 17K