Table 1 shows 14 common steering related problems of the 2012 Chevrolet Malibu. The number one most common problem is related to the steering (115 problems). The second most common problem is related to the power steering failed (16 problems).
On March 4, 2026, my wife was driving the vehicle when she suddenly lost power steering. The steering wheel became extremely difficult to turn, creating a dangerous situation that could have resulted in serious injury. She was able to safely pull over and contact me. Read details...
The electronic power steering failed while driving. Service esc light came on and car was nearly impossible to steer. After turning off the engine and restarting the car, the power steering came back on. Now it is going in and out. Sometimes I can steer and sometimes it is almost impossible. Read details...
Esc light came on, lost power steering while maneuvering on extremely icy curve on freeway. Fortunately was able muscle the car to side of the road without accident. Found hundreds of complainants on NHTSA web site for this exact same issue, but couldn't find where there was any recall for this Read details...