Four problems related to steering pinion shaft have been reported for the 2006 Chevrolet Malibu. The most recently reported issues are listed below. Please also check out the statistics and reliability analysis of the 2006 Chevrolet Malibu based on all problems reported for the 2006 Malibu.
My car makes creaking noises when turning right. I had two opinions and both said intermediate drive shaft. I had it fixed but if its a recall can I get reimburst to pay down my credit card?.
Tl-the contact owns a 2006 Chevrolet Malibu. The contact stated while driving approximately 25 mph the steering wheel was difficult to maneuver and the power steering warning light illuminated. The vehicle was taken to an independent mechanic who replaced the coil. The failure recurred and the vehicle was taken to the dealer for diagnostic testing. The power steering module, eye shaft, and the rack pinion were replaced. The failure recurred and the vehicle was not repaired. The manufacturer was notified of the failure. The approximate failure mileage was 70,000. Rk.
The intermediate shaft which is connected to the steering column was replaced in 2007 when the vehicle had less than 30,000 miles and was under warranty. It has to be replaced again at 83,00 miles. This is definitely a gm design issue. The electronic power steering module has been replaced, the rack/pinion has been replaced and neither part should have to be replaced when the vehicle is under 80,000 miles. . Gm customer service refuses to accept that this is not normal wear and tear of a vehicle even though this will be the second replacement of this part. Hundreds of owners of this 2006 Malibu maxx have the exact same issue therefore it can not be the driver but is definitely a engineering design issue. Gm needs to be honest and own up to the failures of their vehicle designs. There are losing loyal customers because of their inability to provide a recall on this vehicle. It is their responsibility to provide the consumers with safe vehicles. Steering issues are definitely a serious hazard. Gm must be held accountable for their vehicle failures. This vehicle needs to be recalled and at the very least gm should pay for the repairs.
At 46,500 miles , my steering started making a clicking noise. The Chevrolet dealer diagnosed it as a bad rack and pinion and steering shaft. The boots are intact. They gave me an estimate of over $1,200 for repairs.