Chevrolet HHR owners have reported 5 problems related to battery cable (under the electrical system category). The most recently reported issues are listed below. Also please check out the statistics and reliability analysis of Chevrolet HHR based on all problems reported for the HHR.
I problems with the fuse for the transmission/engine console and the engine cut off. Ignition issues where my key gets stuck always had to pull fuse for lights and disconnect battery cable. Airbag light always stayed on. Sensors is off, air conditioner does not work. Heater and air work whenever it wants to. Replace exhaust system.
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When I put my Chevrolet Hhr into park and proceeded to turn the car off, the ignition switch was stuck in the on position and I was unable to turn the ignition to the off position while the car was still running. I had to disconnect the battery cable and remove a fuse to get the vehicle to turn off completely, and am having to take it to the dealership tomorrow for a repair.
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The key is stuck in the ignition. The release button under the steering wheel does not release the keys. Fuses were taken out and the negative battery cable was disconnected to shut off the car. The dealer advised that this is a common problem and the ignition lock cylinder needs to be replaced. The dealer advised that repair would not be covered as the vehicle is well outside of the 36,000 mile warranty. The manufacturer was notified and also advised that the repair would not be covered. The vehicle has not been repaired.
The contact owns a 2010 Chevrolet Hhr. While parked the contact attempted turn the key in the ignition to shut the vehicle off but to no avail. The vehicle was not taken to the dealer for diagnostics. The contact disconnected the battery cable in order to shut the vehicle off. The vehicle was not repaired. The VIN was not available. The approximate failure mileage was 37,000.
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2009 chevy Hhr - key stuck in ignition with engine running. Had to pull negative battery cable and ignition fuse to shut car off. Called dealer and they told me to bring it in. Reconnected battery cable and replaced fuse and car started up so I could drive to dealer. Chevy dealer stated ignition lock syl binding, removed and replaced cyl. I had to pay $300+ to have this fixed and since this is a known issue with Hhr's, I feel gm should definitely do a recall as this is a serious safety issue. Also the service air bag light comes on randomly and can stay on the entire trip or go back out in a few minutes,only to come back on a few minutes later.