general problems of the 2006 Chevrolet HHR - part 1

While replacing 3 motor mounts, engine oil pan,transmission oil pan, also cv axles, wheel bearings needed replaced. When I got my car back the power steering wasn't working. My mechanic said there was a recall for my year, make and model for the power steering assist. I haven't gotten this fixed yet due to lack of funds . I am filling this out to see if is recalled.

The contact owns a 2006 Chevrolet Hhr. The contact stated while driving at an undisclosed speed, the steering wheel seized, with the power steering warning light illuminated. The contact stated that the steering wheel became difficult to turn. The vehicle was restarted; however, the failure recurred. The vehicle was taken to the dealer but was not diagnosed or repaired. The manufacturer was not made aware of the failure. The approximate failure mileage was 240,000.

Power steering cuts off and very hard to steer until you turn off vehicle and turn back on but then will go out again while driving . This is very un safe when my wife is driving kids to school. I have read that 2009-2011 has same issue and have been recalled why isn’t this one if it’s same problem .

While driving the car after a few miles, the door locks start going up and down, the power steering light comes on and is hard to steer, the check engine light comes on, the speedometer stops working and the tach malfunctions. The car surges while moving foward. If you shut the car off it will reset itself. Once you start the car again it starts to malfunction again. One gararge owner did some tests but didn't fix the problem.

The power steering went out. Very hard and unsafe to drive.

The contact owns a 2006 Chevrolet Hhr. The contact stated while driving the vehicle, the vehicle was parked with the key locked inside. The locksmith assisted the contact with getting into the vehicle. The contact stated it was difficult pulling out of the parking space due the power steering. The vehicle was driven to a local mechanic and has not been repaired due to cost. The manufacturer was not made aware of the failure. The approximate failure mileage was 146,000.

The (eps) system in my 2006 chevy Hhr has experienced multiple malfunctions. The power steering suddenly cuts out without warning while driving at both low and high speeds, making it extremely difficult to steer, especially when attempting to turn or change lanes. This failure happens intermittently, and the eps motor is suspected to be the root cause. I have replaced fuses and relays, but the issue persists. This system is available for inspection upon request. This malfunction poses a severe risk to my safety and the safety of others. When the power steering fails, it becomes nearly impossible to turn the vehicle, which is especially hazardous during routine maneuvers such as lane changes or turns at intersections. The sudden loss of steering capability, especially at higher speeds, has left me vulnerable to potential collisions. Given the unpredictability of the issue, it could easily lead to a fatal accident if it occurs while navigating tight curves or avoiding road hazards. The problem has been confirmed by a certified mechanic, who validated that the power steering system is malfunctioning and recognized the danger it poses. The mechanic advised that this issue is prevalent in vehicles of this make and model & suggested filing a formal complaint to prompt further investigation by the manufacturer. To date, the veh has been thoroughly examined by an independent service center. They confirmed the malfunction of the eps system but were unable to fully resolve the issue through standard repairs like fuse or relay replacements. A "power steering" message illuminates on the dashboard. A few seconds later, the power steering system fails completely, leaving the vehicle almost impossible to control. These warnings have been intermittent, but their frequency has increased over time. The first occurrence was about a year ago, given the ongoing danger and prevalence of this issue among other 2006 chevy Hhr owners, I am requesting that gm initiate a formal recall.

While driving in town lost the power steering on a turn making it difficult to steer and control the car. Self explanatory for keeping control of the car. Not sure what the problem is for sure the motor or other components. There was a vehicle safety recall but I was not notified that my vehicle may have been included. Problem still exists. No inspections as no accident occurred. Got a chime when unit failure immediately when it got disabled. No warning or message before or prior to failure.

Power steering keeps going out while driving. It's been happening for over a year.

Tl the contact owns a 2006 Chevrolet Hhr. The contact stated that while driving approximately 65 mph, the vehicle loss power steering assist and became difficult to steer. The vehicle was not diagnosed nor repaired. The vehicle was taken to an independent mechanic who replaced several fuses however, the failure persisted. Deery brothers inc located at 200 s. Gear Ave, west burlington, IA 52655, and the manufacturer were notified of the failure. The failure mileage was 138,000.

Power steering stops frequently making it very difficult to control car.

When driving the steering wheel will lock up and I can not turn. Power steering warning message appear in the dash panel. This occurs when driving on the highway or anywhere I'm driving.

While driving the power steering shut down and dangerously went into manual mode. Upon stopping and starting the p. S. Worked for 5 minutes then it went out again. Only 151k miles.

I was heading out to my car and tried to remote start my car and it did t work and I tried it twice and then got in my car and notice my check engine light and power steering came on after I put the car in gear and began moving and I stopped and when I went to turn it was hard to turn and had to use to hands and I did research and this a know problem and the remotes and this power steering issue should be recalled or it may hurt or kill someone.

Electric power steering malfunctioning causing power steering to shut off while operating vehicle at highway speeds. Should be a recall for this. All models but Hhr were recalled for this issue.

I bought a 2006 chevy Hhr last February I qas driving it on the interstate and it suddenly starts beeping saying power steering it doesnt say there is a recall on this year but I feel they should be because it starts out doing it ever now again to everytime u drive it. It was very dangerous I got my replaced which was 200 dollars but im glad I dont have to. Go through that again.

Power steering goes out while driving if I pull over and turn car off then back on power steering will come back on but only for a couple minuted.

Driving down the road and warning sound comes on and power steering goes across the digital dash saying power steering then power steering goes out. Some one is going to be killed unless it's recalled. Have read several complaints if the same thing. I just purchased this car 3 weeks ago. I carry 3 kids with me.

I have had a terrible time with the power steering on my 2006 chevy Hhr. Sometimes it works, sometimes it doesn't. There is no apparent cause. These changes from working to not working and back can happen at any time at any speed. Fortunately I am strong enough to wrestle with it and steer it manually so far. I received a notice from gm about it but the dealer refused to honor it. They replaced the power steering motor and charged me over $300, but that didn't do any good. Also twice a message appeared about reduced engine power and the engine had almost no power to get up hills. I was creeping along at about 10 mph on a super highway. I shut off the engine, turned it on again after a few minutes and the engine had normal power again. Also the door lock light comes on for no apparent reason when I'm driving. The dealer claims that the problems can't be diagnosed unless they see it acting up. Of course it doesn't do these things when it is in the shop. I am really disgusted.

A chip had to be replaced for the power steering to work. Also the driver visor keeps falling down and blocking my view when driving.

While driving in town or on freeway the power steering alert will come on the display readout and there is an automatic loss of the power steering. Power steering comes back after the car has been turned off, but only for a few seconds then repeats the loss. It has been doing that every day since 12/05/2017.

The power steering keeps "clicking off" seems like an electrical issue but there are no fuses blown. If I turn the car off the power steering will reset but as soon as I turn it back on the power steering will turn off again. It quit for awhile but now its back in full force. I basically have no power steering now.

Electric steering motor stops working after 3 -5 minutes of driving, and remains inoperable for duration of the drive. Will restart after ignition is cycled, then will repeat this scenario, there is no warning when this will occur and is very hard to turn,making for some very dangerous situations.

Tl-the contact owns a 2006 chevy Hhr. The contact stated on 11/17/2017 the vehicle became hard to turn. The vehicle was doing around 35 mph. The dealer and manufacture was not contacted. No recall on vehicle the vehicle has 90000. Hk.

Power steering goes out randomly when driving, instrument cluster also mentions something about the power steering as well. This has happened several times while driving and can be dangerous for elderly folks. You have to stop and restart your car to get your power steering working again so it has to be an electrical issue.

Power steering constantly goes while driving. There will be a ding and it will just cut out. . . Why doesn't this have an recall on it????? its seriously dangerous. Took it to dealer it will cost over 500 to fix. I can barely driving it a block without the power steering going out. It starts 4 mins after driving car. . . Please help and fix!!! this is dangerous.

Vehicle losses power steering shortly after starting to drive. Car is in motion when this happens. Much harder to control causing a serious hazard to operation.

When driving a click can be heard in the footwell of the drivers seat. A chime and dic alert occurs. The dic displays power steering. The vehicles power steering system stops working. This makes the car very hard to drive at any speed. After restarting the engine the power steering system works as normal for a period of time before it fails again. This issue was recalled on later model year vehicles of this type but the 2006 model was excluded. Further investigation details that the 2006 model and newer cars share the same potentially defective or dangerous electronic power steering motor.

After start up the electronic steering motor intermittently goes out and can make steering very difficult.

The power steering goes out when you are driving it,and you have to pull over and switch the car off,and wait a few minutes and restart the car.

Power steering loss. Happen about 6 different times. This car is driven by a senior 76. And car only has 23400 miles. Doesn"t seem right that that should be happening was backing out of a drive way last time and couldnt get it to steer was very hard. Happened last time on oct. 21,2016.

Power steering problem shutting off and on.

My air bag service light comes on and my power steering dont work while this air bag service light is on. My heat dont work either while my air bag service light is on. I can drive it for awhile and when my air bag light goes off my power steering starts to work and my heat does too.

Takata recall. Power steering goes out on my 2006 Hhr while driving down the highway. Can pull over and kill the engine and restart the car and it will work fine again for a few miles then the power steering message will comes across message board and ding then it goes out again. It has been doing this for about a month now and it first started when the heat index started to get really high. It started off only occasionally doing it, but now it's more frequent. Have scheduled an appointment with dealer to have service tech look at it.

The contact owns a 2006 Chevrolet Hhr. While driving approximately 35 mph, the power steering warning indicator illuminated and the steering wheel seized. The failure recurred numerous times. The vehicle was taken to an independent mechanic where the technician could not determine the cause of the failure. The manufacturer was not notified. The approximate failure mileage was 92,000.