Three problems related to wiring have been reported for the 2006 Chevrolet HHR. The most recently reported issues are listed below. Please also check out the statistics and reliability analysis of the 2006 Chevrolet HHR based on all problems reported for the 2006 HHR.
Water intrusion when raining leaks on electrical components like blower motor , wiring, insulation, and floor of passenger side . . Once the water corrodes the electrical components they stop working. . . Gm corp has this problem for over 20 years on several models and makes. . Very bad design. . They will not recall . . This can be serious safety issue . . If the electrical defrost motor will not work . . Then you cannot see out the windshield. . Crash can ensue. . They need to change the water evacuation system from below the windshield. . . Read more...
The contact owns a 2006 Chevrolet Hhr. While driving approximately 30 mph the power steering locked up and the brake pedal became stiff. The contact stated the vehicle began to shake vigorously and the engine light illuminated on the dashboard. The vehicle was taken to the dealer where the technicians stated the engine component wires needed to be re-adjusted because they were loose. The vehicle was not repaired. The VIN was unavailable. The approximate failure mileage was 67,000. Updated 05/25/11.
The contact owns a 2006 Chevrolet Hhr. The contact stated that the front driver side air bag deployed without warning while his spouse was driving. She sustained minor injuries. The dealer stated that the wiring short circuited in the steering harness and caused the failure. The VIN, engine size, and speed were unknown. The current and failure mileages were 27,000.