Hydraulic Power Assist Steering System problems of the 2004 Chevrolet Malibu

Took car in for semi annual service, car is just off warranty (105,000 km aprox 62000 miles). Service light for the power steering came on, but no loss in steering. Was told that the steering column needs to be replaced, but until failure happens, leave it because it is a costly repair. This seems to be a common failure and should be addressed by the company and not the consumer. I have no problems paying for repairs, but this seems to be a safety hazard.

The contact owns a 2004 Chevrolet Malibu. While driving 35 mph, the power steering failed and the warning light illuminated. The failure occurred intermittently. The dealer stated that the steering column needed to be replaced at the cost of $700. The failure mileage was 67,224 and the current mileage was unknown.

Steering goes out. Just driving down the road and steering failed. I could not turn the wheel. I am past the warranty and three different stories from three different people. It sounds like this is a known defect.

I was taking my daughters 2004 chevy Malibu for a test ride after she complained about the power steering going out on her. I drove several miles, then the mechanical light on the lower left part of the display came on. I pulled in to a parking lot to park when the power steering completely went out, causing me to almost collide with another parked car. I finally got the car parked after struggling with the steering, shut off the car and restarted, the mechanical light stayed on but the steering recovered. After driving again the steering went out again. Now I'm concerned that whenever she drives this, serious injury could happen to her. It was hard enough for me to steer without p/s, I can't imagine that she can handle it any better if it inadvertently goes out again, which it no doubt will!.

Power steering was replaced back in 2005, as of today car is back in shop for the same problem supposedly that was fixed in 2005. 1) light comes on "power steering" 2) car is hard to steer (this problem happened right on the highway and I was very scared for my life as to no other warning but the light coming on and immediately being unable to turn). 3) currently the car is in the shop.

Power steering light repeatedly going on and off,steering getting tight off and on,went to mechanic they reset light, power steering light off and on yet again, then he had lost power steering 3 x,but if he was able to pull over shut off and restart, he could drive for a while, finally got it to Chevrolet they had it 2 days, replaced steering column $796. 00, no warranty no recall, only a service bulletin out about the problem, which when I talked to gm they said they have had no complaints! are they waiting for dead bodies to start piling up before they send out a recall?.

The contact owns a 2004 Chevrolet Malibu maxx. While attempting to make a left turn at 35 mph, the vehicle's steering wheel felt loose, as if it could keep turning nonstop. However, the contact had difficulty when turning the wheel to the right. The vehicle was taken to the dealer who stated that the motor inside the steering column failed and was a very common failure. The current and failure mileages were 51,400. The consumer states the vehicle was repaired. The consumer stated wants to reimbursed for repairs. Updated 06/06/07.

The contact owns a 2004 Chevrolet Malibu. While driving at various speeds, the steering locked up and was unable to maneuver properly. The contact took the vehicle to a local mechanic and they found nothing wrong. She took the vehicle to another mechanic who claimed to know the cause of failure, but did not have time to make the repair. The powertrain was unknown. The current mileage was 50,000 and failure mileage was 48,000.

Loss of power steering in my 2004 Malibu. Had steering system replaced by recall 05, since then, the steering starting making noise, had to have steering rods adjusted, now I had to replace the steering gear at cost of $495. 00. It still makes some noise when turning to right, need gm to compensate for these expenses, had nothing but steering problems from on set. Help.

2004 Chevrolet Malibu max steering failed making the vehicle undriveable. Rear hatchback door is rusting. When the steering failed the vehicle was towed 38 miles tot he consumer's home. The rear hatch molding clips and gaskets failed to prevent salt induced swirl rust.

The steering system has failed 3 times on the vehicle. Gm motors has repaired the part twice, by replacing the entire steering system. Right now the car is in the shop for the 3rd time for the same defect. We are not sure if gm motors is going to pay to fix the problem. We are currently out of the warranty but this is the 3rd time. It was replaced in 3/04 & 10/04. Gm told us that they were aware of the issue but according to their records not enough cars were affected therefore a recall had not been initiated. What disturbs me is they new exactly which cars where affected before they were even sold to consumers.

In warm weather, when making low speed turns, power steering makes groaning, popping sounds, and occasionally stutters. Afraid that steering might fail completely.

Own 2004 Chevrolet Malibu maxx. Power steering fails ocassionally. Presents dangerous situation upon failure. Steering column was replaced one week ago but problem remains.

While driving the vehicle I lost all power steering. I was pulling out of a parking lot across 3 lanes of traffic. A sensor light came on and I could not turn the wheel. I was able to put the car in reverse and back into the lot. I turned off my car and when I turned it back on my power steering was back.

Purchased 2004 chevy Malibu, certified used with 27,000 miles. When turning I hear clicks and feel vibrations. Dealer say's it's not a safety issue and general motors will fix in first quarter of 2006. I contacted Chevrolet and can't get an answer on the safety issue or when this problem will be corrected. I have been reading many automobile websites and read 100's of messages from people complaining about the same noise when turning and eventual loss of steering. The car is two years old, why hasn't chevy fixed these vehicles? are they or are they not safe? what can consumers like myself do about the issue.

Car developed a noise in the front end in October of 2004. Car was brought to dealership 11/2/2004 and the steering column assembly was replaced (6491 miles). Car again developed noise in March 2005. Steering column assembly was replaced again ( 5/11/2005 8908 miles). Noise was again apparent may 2005. Power steering gear assembly was replaced ( 5/11/2005 9596 miles). Noise not repaired 5/16/2005 power steering gear assembly replaced again (9657 miles). Noise came back again 7/5/2005 and steering column assembly was replaced (10275 miles). On 9/11/2005 the power steering failed while trying to turn right. Vehicle became very hard to steer and pulling uncontrollably to the left. The car needed to be towed to the dealership. On 9/12/2005 a new steering column assembly was installed (11388 miles). A vehicle inquiry summary was obtained from the dealership ( sylvester Chevrolet, peckville). The report revealed a steering column assembly replacement on 1/21/2005 also towing.

2004 Chevrolet Malibu suffered power steering failure. ** answer required***.

Tl * - the contact stated that he received recall letter 04050. The contact had a computer chip in the power steering module replaced in Jan 2005 because of the recall. The contact stated the power steering failure returned three months later. The contact took the vehicle back to the dealer ,and the vehicle was diagnosed with needing another computer chip for the power steering. The dealer would not replace the chip for free because it had already been replaced under the recall. The power steering failed intermittently for the past two years. The power steering warning light came on when the power steering was not working. Updated 1/31/2007 -.

1. Power steering failure 2. Noise in steering 3. Noise in steering steering column was replaced in each incident, now making clunking noise again. Dealer said its "normal characteristic of vehicle. Noise is getting worse.

2004 Malibu classic with power steering problems. * the consumer was involved in an accident where the power steering went completely out.