Three problems related to steering anti-theft device have been reported for the 1997 Chevrolet Malibu. The most recently reported issues are listed below.
While driving steering/ front wheels locked up. Consumer contacted his personal mechanic, and was told they had never seen anything similar. Contacted the dealer. However, the priblem recurred.
When driving my 1997 chevy Malibu, I turned left and the steering wheel locked. I almost crashed into a parked car due to the fact that I couldn't move the steering wheel at all. When I tried getting the steering wheel to move again, it wouldnt budge right but when trying left it would make a "hissing" sound, like air pressure being released. This happened at 10pm and I had passengers in the vehicle, this could have been catastrophic. This happened suddenly with no warning whatsoever. I am going back to the dealer ASAP.
Engine check light and anti theft system illuminated on instrument panel, indicating a malfunction. Cause unknown. Please give any further details.