Which parts fail
Components named in complaints (power steering, steering column, rack and pinion).
Mileage when the problem started
Owner reports
Selected complaints filed with NHTSA by 2007 Chevrolet Silverado 1500 owners, lightly cleaned up (personal details are redacted by NHTSA).
The contact owns a 2007 Chevrolet Silverado 1500. The contact stated while driving 45 mph, the vehicle lost motive power without warning. The brakes and power steering failed. The vehicle was towed to the contact's father's residence. The vehicle was not diagnosed nor repaired. The dealer and manufacturer were not made aware of the failure. The failure mileage was 167,000.
My vehicle will just start up sometimes on its own with or without key in ignition, as well as set alarm off. Also, it constantly feels like the brakes are on at all times. It feels like it drags alot. And it feels like it doesn't properly have enough power when accelerating.
Tl contact owns a 2007 Chevrolet Silverado 1500. Soon after the vehicle was purchased on August 8, 2006, the steering wheel and the vehicle itself began to bounce and shake. When turning the wheel in either direction, the steering wheel feels as if it will detach. The more the vehicle is driven, the worse the failure becomes. On September 16, 2006, the vehicle was taken to the dealer. The dealer was unable to find any failure but stated that it was the characteristic of the vehicle. On June 6, 2006, while making a left turn, the steering wheel operated on its own and caused the vehicle to crash into a pole. The speed at the time of the crash was 5 MPH. The contact noticed that the tie rod in the front had detached. The vehicle was towed to the dealer. The contact searched the internet for further research and discovered that the failure is a safety issue that needs some attention. …
Tl* Takata recall. The contact owns a 2007 Chevrolet Silverado 1500. While driving and making turns, there was a squeaking noise coming from the steering wheel. The vehicle was not diagnosed or repaired. The contact received notification of NHTSA campaign number: 16V381000 (air bags). The part needed for the repair was not available. The contact stated that the manufacturer exceeded a reasonable amount of time for the recall repair. The manufacturer was made aware of the failure. The approximate failure mileage was 59,000. VIN tool confirms parts not available.
Tl* the contact owns a 2007 Chevrolet Silverado 1500. The contact stated that while driving at speeds above 30 MPH, the front end of the vehicle would experience severe shaking and vibrating. The contact discovered that the passenger side mounting bracket for the suspension and steering had separated from the vehicle and a sub frame had fractured near the bracket. The vehicle was not diagnosed or repaired. The manufacturer was not notified of the failure. The failure mileage was 100,000.
I was driving my 2007 Chevrolet Silverado when the power steering, power brakes, dashboard gauges, electronic stability control, traction control stopped working simultaneously. There was a significant loss of power and the transmission shifted violently and the vehicle jerked. I was traveling in motion on a city street with traffic present while this occurred. This nearly caused an accident as I was barely able to steer the vehicle off the road.
I bought my 2007 Silverado on July 27,2006 I began having electrical problems no more than two weeks later it went in the shop August 08,2006 for windshield wipers malfunctioning the dealer replaced the wiper module a couple months later October 10,2006 wipers were doing the same they again replaced the module and motors OK that's fixed,then my brakes were locking up and would drag when I would stop even at speeds of 5-10 MPH and also stay locked after taking off from a stop and also was pulling left then right when brakes were applied they had to change the brake pads and resurface the rotors. March 26, 2007( I had my radio burn up a cd and lights in radio burn out they had to replace the stereo and the back lights on my stereo control buttons and other buttons on steering wheel burnt out they changed those. …
My son was driving on the highway in texas when the engine shut down and the car stopped running. He lost all power steering and could barely get off the road in time. The car had to be towed to the nearest town in gainesville. The diagnosis was the sending unit failed and in turn caused damage to the fuel pump that made it inoperable. My concern is that there was no warning light or any kind of indication that this problem was about to occur. There was no way to prevent this. The fuel level read that there should have been 1/4 to 1/2 tank of gas but the mechanic measured 1/8 - 1/4. I'm not sure if the gas level attributed to the shut down or not. That is something that I'm sure will be factored in to your investigation. I feel like this was a definite opportunity for me to speak up and take action. …
Vehicle stabilitrack and traction control lights came on. Engine warning light came on. While attempting to turn the vehicle onto a highway acceleration ramp, the car steering wheel locked and the engine died. Could not unlock the power steering. I was towing a horse trailer well within the gross weight for the vehicle. I had a horse in the trailer at the time. I also had children in the car. After a few minutes, I was able to start the vehicle and pull into a safer area. I was not able to tow the trailer home but I was able to get the vehicle home. The car hesitated and chugged along surging into each gear. While at a stop the vehicle hesitated and the engine sputtered. I had to put the truck in neutral and put my foot on the accelerator so the car engine would not die. The transmission would surge each time I stepped on the gas. …
I bought a 2007 cherolet Silverado crew cab used (19,000 mi.) from maroone cheverolet. I noticed that the steering was shakey and there was a vibration. The salesman said that the truck had a full new car warranty and they would fix it. Note: they claimed to do a 117 point check to be GM certified! This truck shakes, wobbles and rattles from driving from normal to a little bump in the road. Transmission was klunking between gears, it is better, but not normal. The gas millage does not come close to the advertise sticker on window of 16 - 21 mpg. I am only getting 12 mpg in town and 17 mpg on the highway. About 75% of what was expected. The dealer claims this is an all normal with this truck!
Steering complaints in other Silverado 1500 years
Frequently asked questions
How common are steering problems on the 2007 Chevrolet Silverado 1500?
NHTSA has 20 complaints about the steering of the 2007 Chevrolet Silverado 1500, 2% of the model year's 849 complaints. The component named most often is linkages › tie rod assembly (1 mentions).
Is there a recall for 2007 Chevrolet Silverado 1500 steering problems?
No. NHTSA lists no steering recall for the 2007 Chevrolet Silverado 1500, though it has 2 recalls for other components. If the problem is widespread, a repair may still be covered by an extended warranty or a manufacturer service bulletin — ask a dealer.
At what mileage do 2007 Chevrolet Silverado 1500 steering problems start?
Half of the complaints with a recorded mileage happened before about 47,000 miles, and 33% before 25,000 miles.
Is it dangerous?
Owners linked 2 crashes, 0 fires and 1 injury to steering problems on this model year. If you notice symptoms, have the car checked before driving further.
Source: U.S. National Highway Traffic Safety Administration (NHTSA) — owner complaints through October 20, 2026, recalls and defect investigations; fuel economy from the EPA. Complaints are unverified reports and are not proof of a defect. How we rate model years.