Ignition Problems of Chevrolet HHR - part 1

Tl the contact owns a 2006 Chevrolet Hhr. The contact stated that the vehicle failed to start and the key was stuck inside the ignition. The contact called aaa who was able to start the vehicle. The vehicle was driven to an independent mechanic where it was diagnosed that the ignition cylinder needed to be repaired. The VIN was not included in NHTSA campaign number: 14v171000 (electrical system). The manufacturer and dealer were not notified of the failure. The vehicle was not repaired. The failure mileage was 130,000.

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The contact owns a 2006 Chevrolet Hhr. While driving 40 mph, the vehicle stalled without warning. The fuse box caught fire and caused the battery to drain completely. Bystanders helped to extinguish the fire. On another occasion, the vehicle lost all power and functionality and the ignition key remained stuck in the ignition. The vehicle was towed to a dealer and repaired, but the failure recurred numerous times. The manufacturer was made aware of the failures. The VIN was unknown. The failure mileage was 24,400.

The contact owns a 2010 Chevrolet Hhr. The contact stated that the key was removed from the ignition without the vehicle being in park. The vehicle was taken to a dealer and repaired under NHTSA campaign id number 14v171000(electrical system), however this failure continued to occur. The contact stated he was told by service rep at the dealer that a new ignition was not placed in his vehicle. However contact paper work states a ignition switch replacement. The manufacturer was notified of the failure. The approximate failure mileage was 82,578.

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The contact owns a 2006 Chevrolet Hhr. The contact stated that the steering wheel seized and was unable to turn. The contact restarted the vehicle and it resumed to normal. The contact also stated that the ignition key would not release from the ignition and the release button in the steering column was required. The vehicle was repaired under NHTSA campaign number: 14v047000 (electrical system) however, the remedy failed to repair the failure. The manufacturer was not made aware of the failure. The approximate failure mileage was 107,000.

The contact owns a 2006 Chevrolet Hhr. The contact stated that the key could not be removed from the ignition. The failure continued to occur continuously for a month. The vehicle was taken to a dealer who stated the shifter mechanism must be replaced. The vehicle was not repaired. The manufacturer was not notified of the failure. The approximate failure mileage was 65000.

The contact owns a 2006 Chevrolet Hhr. While starting the ignition, the power steering warning indicator illuminated and the power steering also failed. Three days later, the engine stalled while attempting to start the vehicle numerous times. The contact referenced NHTSA campaign number: 14v171000 (electrical system); however, the part for the repair was unavailable. The vehicle was not repaired and the manufacturer was not notified. The approximate failure mileage was 40,000. . . . . Updated 08/05/14 the consumer stated while driving the vehicle lost power steering the power steering went on and off repeatedly while driving. Three days later the vehicle would not start. The starter was replaced which resolved the issue. The vehicle had a recall for the ignition not steering loss. Updated 08/11/2014.

The contact owns a 2007 Chevrolet Hhr. The contact was included in NHTSA campaign id number: 14e021000 (aftermarket replacement ignition switches). The contact received the recall repair and the failure recurred. The authorized dealer provided a new key and the contact attempted to park the vehicle and was not able to remove the key from the ignition. The authorized dealer diagnosed that the automatic transmission control shifter was binding and needed to be replaced. The contact indicated that there was no problem with the ignition before the recall and the contact was informed that this repair was required after the recall repair was performed. The manufacturer was notified of the failure and the approximate failure mileage was 48,000.

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The contact owns a 2011 Chevrolet Hhr. The contact stated the key was able to be removed from the ignition without shutting off the engine. The contact received a notification for recall NHTSA campaign number: 14v047000 (air bags, electrical system) and NHTSA campaign number: 14v171000 (electrical system). The manufacturer was contacted in regards to the recalls. However, the manufacturer declined to provide an estimated time frame of when the vehicle would be serviced under both recalls. The dealer was contacted and made the contact aware that there was waiting list of over 222 vehicles that needed to be serviced under the recalls. The vehicle was not repaired. The approximately failure mileage was 65,000.

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Tl- the contact owns a 2007 Chevrolet Hhr. The contact stated that while parked he was unable to remove the key from the ignition. The contact had to shut the engine off and restart the vehicle various times in order to remove the key. The failure occured intermittently but had become progressively worse with time. The vehicle was not taken to the dealer for diagnostic testing. The vehicle was not repaired. The approximate failure mileage was 53,000. Pmb.

The contact owns a 2006 Chevrolet Hhr. The contact stated that she was unable to remove the key from the ignition. In order to remove the key, the contact had to shift in and out of park several times. The vehicle was not taken to have the failure diagnosed or repaired. The manufacturer offered no assistance. The failure mileage was 142,000.

Had a new key cut to replace a lost key. Shortly after I retrieved the vehicle, key I was using got stuck in the ignition. I got it out once but I was not able to do so the next time I drove the vehicle. Apparently, there is a known issue with the keys getting stuck in the ignitions of the Hhr's. Fortunately, my car was not running at the time the key got stuck in the ignition as I have discovered several other has in my research. Two employees I spoke with at bachman auto group (steve and tony) informed me they already knew about the key getting stuck in the ignition of the Hhr's. If this is a known issue, how. . . Can there not be a recall on this to have them repaired. I contacted gm corporate customer service and from the sound of things I am going to liable to pay for the repairs even though they knew these vehicles had a history of the ignition locking up when the key is still in the ignition. They knew of this issue. I feel there should be a recall to have the ignition replaced to correct this design flaw.

The contact owns a 2007 Chevrolet Hhr. The contact stated that the ignition failed and the key would not release from the ignition. The contact placed the gear in drive and drove to the dealer. The diagnostic report was not available. The vehicle was not repaired. The failure and current mileages were 46,900. Updated 07/06/12.

I returned from the grocery store and my key couldn't switch off the ignition or be withdrawn. The car was running while I did some research and tried out the plunger release that worked for others. I discovered that the plunger to release the lock is working properly, so it must be the ignition lock itself that is defective. I found the fuse block and located the fuel pump fuse and pulled it to stall the engine. The ignition is still on, but since it's 9pm, I'll have to wait until tomorrow before I can get it checked.

My car would not turn off. The key is stuck in the ignition in the on position and will not turn to the off position. Was told, without even getting past the above description " it's an Hhr isn't it" by person on the phone from Chevrolet dealership. We were told by the Chevrolet dealership to pull fuse in engine and drive it over tomorrow since the garage is closed it being Sunday. Called dealership back to notify would bring car over now due to issues with transportation for Monday. . . . Ended up having to have it towed because it was unsafe to drive since when turned on it keeps sputtering as though miss firing and sounds as if it is going to stall. . . .

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The contact owns a 2008 Chevrolet Hhr. The contact stated that the ignition became stuck as he attempted to shut off the vehicle. The vehicle was taken to the dealer where the ignition was repaired. The failure mileage was 45,000 and the current mileage was 46,000.

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After parking in the drive way around 11:30 pm the ignition key would not turn off. I tried to use the release plunger but ended up removing the lower steering column cover and forcing it over the key. Then I pulled the wire harness off which shut off the engine. I was able to start the car by putting the wire back on and twisting the key. The dealer said the key was bent and charged me $400 to replace the switch. They obviously used pliers to remove the key. While in their waiting room I read an article in a March issue of motor magazine that said this is a common problem for several cars including Hhr's and they are not sure why. I feel this should have been on recall and not be charged to us. The keys may be too soft or it was a manufacturers defect in the first place.

2009 Chevrolet Hhr. Consumer states key was stuck in the on position the consumer stated the only way for his wife to shut the vehicle off, was to take her foot off the gas and let the clutch out while it was still in gear. The consumer had to disconnect the battery in order to prevent it from going dead and possibly damaging the electrical system. The next day, the consumer took the vehicle to the dealership, where he was informed, he was not the only person to bring their vehicle in for a defective ignition key cylinder.

The contact owns a 2009 Chevrolet Hhr. The contact stated that when inserting the key in the ignition, it would not turn. The vehicle was later towed to the dealer where they advised her that the ignition cylinder needed to be replaced. The vehicle had not been repaired. The manufacturer was contacted and they offered no assistance. The failure and current mileages were approximately 79,000.

The contact owns a 2009 Chevrolet Hhr. The contact stated that the key could not be removed from the ignition. On a later date, the key could not be turned in order to start the engine. The vehicle was towed to a private mechanic where the mechanic found that the tumblers failed in the ignition. The manufacturer was not contacted. The vehicle was repaired. The failure mileage was 50,000 and the current mileage is 53,000. Updated 02/15/lj updated 02/22/12.

The contact owns a 2007 Chevrolet Hhr. The contact stated that while driving 20 mph, the power steering light illuminated and the steering wheel seized. The vehicle was maneuvered to the shoulder and shut off. The contact also stated that the key would not remove from the ignition once the vehicle was shut off. The vehicle was then towed to an independent mechanic and they were unable to diagnose the ignition failure. The mechanic did, however, state that the power steering motor needed to be replaced. The vehicle was not repaired. The manufacturer was made aware of the failure and offered no assistance. The failure mileage was 133,000. The VIN was unavailable.

2010 Chevrolet Hhr with 19,060 miles. Ignition was stuck in on position with engine running. Drove to dealership and the ignition assembly was replaced. I was out of the dealership withing one hour and the repair was covered under warranty.

The contact owns a 2010 Chevrolet Hhr. The contact stated that after shutting the vehicle off, the key would not remove from the ignition. The vehicle was taken to the dealer, but the manufacturer was not notified. The vehicle was not repaired. The failure and current mileages were 47,000. The VIN was unknown.

Went to turn the ignition key to the off position and it would not shut off removed fuses to turn the vehicle off took it to the dealer they replaced the switch and it was covered under the warranty.

The contact owns a 2006 Chevrolet Hhr. The contact stated that the vehicle experienced an intermittent failure in which the ignition would not shut off. The contact took the vehicle to the dealer and was informed of how to release the key through the steering column. The dealer showed the contact how to take off the panel below the steering column, where a switch could be engaged to shut off the vehicle. The contact stated that the make shift remedy only functioned successfully for a short period of time. The vehicle had been taken back to the dealer. The failure mileage was 70,000 and the current mileage was 104,000. Updated 05/31/lj.

I went to turn of my car after taking my wife to work, and the ignition would not turn off. I had to sit in my car for 5 hrs at the repair shop till they opened. This repair cost me $452. 00 was told that the ignition was bad and the housing that the tumlers set in was bad. The traction light comes on and after about 2 min will go off. Tire monitor for tire pressure comes on and goes off now it is off for the left rear tire.

Key stuck in ignition, key will not turn to off position to allow removal of key. Have to use "column lock release" on steering column to trip plunger to allow removal of key. Have service appointment at jim sigel Chevrolet. Grants pass, oregon. For sept. 19. 2011 ( next Monday ) for complete replacement of the shifter (automatic trans. ) posts on the internet indicate 6 out of 10 Hhr's have this failure. This vehicle is beyond the calendar warranty of 36 months. But it sure is under the mileage warranty of 36000.

Tl- the contact owns a 2009 Chevrolet Hhr. While parked, the contact attempted to remove the key from the ignition but the key would not disengage and the contact was unable to shut the vehicle off. The vehicle was towed to the dealer for diagnostics but was not repaired. The VIN was not available. The approximate failure mileage was 44,250. Kmj.

The contact owns a 2009 Chevrolet Hhr. The contact stated the ignition key failed to turn the vehicle off and the vehicle was stuck in the on position. The contact removed a fuse in order to shut the vehicle off, and have it towed to the dealer. The vehicle was not taken to the dealer, but the manufacturer was contacted regarding the failure. The vehicle was not repaired. The failure and current mileage was 55,000.

Went to turn ignition key to the off position and the vehicle would not shut off pulled fuse. Took vehicle the the dealer ship replaced ignition lock was covered under warranty.

The contact owns a 2009 Chevrolet Hhr. The contact stated that while traveling 50 mph, the wheel wobbled. The contact also mentioned that the wipers failed to function and the vehicle stalled. The vehicle was taken to the dealer who stated that the ignition lock and rotors needed to be replaced. The manufacturer was made aware of the failure. The failure mileage was 31,000 and the current mileage was 90,000.

I arrived home at 2:30am and my car would not turn off. The keys were stuck in the ignition. I had it towed to the dealership that night. The service department called me in the morning to inform me that this is not covered under warranty. I have been on the phone all morning trying to get this issue resolved. Still no resolve!!!.

The contact owns a 2006 Chevrolet Hhr. The contact stated that the key would become stuck in the ignition and the vehicle could not be turned off. The contact has to continuously move the shifter through the gears and turn the vehicle on and off several times before the key could be released from the ignition. The vehicle was not taken to the dealer for inspection or repairs. The VIN was not available. The failure mileage was 34,000 and the current mileage was 35,000.

The contact owns a 2009 Chevrolet Hhr. The contact stated that when parking the vehicle and shifting into park, the keys would become stuck in the ignition and the engine was unable to be turned off. The contact spoke with the dealer who recommended bringing the vehicle in for diagnostic testing. The contact was able to remove the keys from the ignition with the assistance of a tow truck driver and the vehicle was towed to the dealer where the contact was awaiting repairs. The VIN was unavailable. The failure and current mileage was 75,000.

Vehicle would not turn off when ignition key was turned had to remove the fuse. Took it to the dealer and they replaced the switch it was covered under the warranty.

I live in deltona, FL and drove to palm bay, FL from home and got out of my car, returned to it a few minutes later and started it with the key fob and got in and the key would not turn in the ignition. Had to let the car turn itself off and tried several times to turn the key. The steering wheel was not locked, I walked to a nearby firestone dealer who kindly agreed to let a technician come over to my car and try to turn the key, he was unsuccesful as well after several attempts. He was able to pull the steering wheel into the locked position however was still unable to turn the key in the ignition. I had to call a tow truck to tow me to the nearest chevy dealership, in melbourne, FL. This dealership wouldn't even tell me if they had the part in stock to replace it so that I could drive home they told me to pay to be towed and let them look at it and see what the issue really was. I went online and saw that many other Hhr owners have experienced this issue and they had suggestions on how to correc it, due to the fact that the tumbler was frozen. I walked to a gas station to by wd-40 and sprayed it in the ignition hole and unlocked my sterring wheel adjustment to allow me to pull it up and down as quickly and as hard as I could to get the tumbler to free itself up, to no avail. 1. 5 hours after the issue began the tow truck driver showed up and asked me what was wrong and I told him he could try and he was able to get the key to turn. I drove back home the 1. 5 hours and my husband is ordering a replacement piece to install. Why should we pay to replace this piece when this has been happening to so many owners of this vehicle make and model?.