2006 Montana V6 power steering power loss in drive mode

[jayjp200]

Friends,
My 2006 Pontiac Montana power steering looses power when driving. The steering wheel becomes very hard and it is scary to drive. I may run into accident. It goes back to normal after few minutes.
I do not see any leaks. Please help...what can be wrong? Did any one had same problems?

Thanks.

[dewaynep]

Did you check the fluid level? You may not have enough PS fluid and the pump may be cavitating (injesting air).

[rkvons]

Originally Posted by dewaynep

Did you check the fluid level? You may not have enough PS fluid and the pump may be cavitating (injesting air).

The only other option I can think of is the belt is slipping. Make sure your serpentine belt is in good condition and tight.