Why does my steering wheel lock when I am turning left or right.

2002 DODGE STRATUS
120,000 MILES
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SJOHNSON
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When I am turning a corner either from a complete stop or not I will get around the corner and my steering will lock in the direction i am turning. I am unable to straighten it out until I put it in park and turn off the ignition. Once I start it back up I am able to straighten the wheel and continue driving. There is no noise when turning.
Dec 20, 2011 at 11:06 PM
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FIXITMR
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sounds like a problem with the interlock in the column.
Dec 20, 2011 at 11:42 PM
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FIXITMR
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call dealer to see if there is a recall or they have ever heard of this before.
Dec 20, 2011 at 11:50 PM
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