Steering Failed Problems of Chevrolet Malibu - part 1

Steering went out on my 06 with only 35k on it. Chevy would not �participate � in the repair even though there was a recall #14116b. I was driving on the city streets driving straight when the steering failed due to this faulty product, but fortunately I was not hurt. I was a chevy supporter because my dad has always owned them, but now we will campaign against Chevrolet and their lack of care. I will upload documents when I receive the repair bill from our local chevy dealer who also was not much help in this matter. The steering outage was as described in the recall.

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The intermediate steering shaft and motor failed. I was almost killed. They said it is not covered under any recall or extended warranty. The part number is 20821325. I will never buy another Malibu. Nothing but problems on the 2012.

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Tl-the contact owns a 2016 Chevrolet Malibu. The stated contact stated the steering wheel failed. The contact stated the when the driver was at a complete stop, a message illuminated on the intrumental panel that advised action required steering assist reduced and the steering jerked,the driver swevered the engine shut dow, and after a few minutes the vehicle engine started back up independently. The contact stated that the failure was experienced several times. The vehicle was taken to covina Chevrolet dealer 635 south citrus avenue covina, CA 91723 phone (626)-732-1100 for inspection, the dealer performed a diagnostic that located a short at the vehicle electrical system. The vehicle was not repaired. The manufacturer was not contact. The failure mileage was 35,000. Li.

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Takata recall. Esc triggers with turns, power steering shuts down making it difficult to turn. On multiple occasions steering has failed causing me to stop in the middle of traffic, luckily able to avoid accidents. 09' Malibu @ 148k.

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This car has total steering loss that is not predictable. The steering recall did not fix this vehicle. Dash board light comes on during the intermittent electric steering failure. This happens while the car is moving at cruising speed and usually lasts about 2-4 seconds resulting in a loss of control.

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Tl the contact owns a 2009 Chevrolet Malibu. When making a turn, the steering failed and the electronic stability control indicator illuminated. The contact was able to gain control of the vehicle. The vehicle was not diagnosed or repaired. The dealer and manufacturer were not made aware of the failure. The failure mileage was 140,000.

Tl the contact owns a 2006 Chevrolet Malibu. While driving low speeds, the steering failed and the power steering warning indicator illuminated. The vehicle was repaired per NHTSA campaign number: 15v064000 (steering), but the failure recurred. The vehicle was diagnosed by an independent mechanic who stated that the power steering assist needed to be repaired. A repair appointment was scheduled with the mechanic. The manufacturer was made aware of the failure. The dealer was not contacted. The failure mileage was 137,000.

The electronic steering assist would fail while driving down the road causing the vehicle to loose steering and have to come to a stop and turn vehicle off to avoid a crash. It is scarey and dangerous. Mine isn't the only Malibu maxx that has had this dangerous problem.

Loss of steering control due to failure of electronic steering system. Occurs at all speeds, roads, weather, etc.

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Tl the contact owns a 2007 Chevrolet Malibu. While driving approximately 55 mph, the steering failed. The vehicle was taken to an independent mechanic who diagnosed that the electric power steering sensor or the steering column needed to be replaced. The vehicle was not repaired. The contact stated that the failure was intermittent. A local dealer was not contacted. The vehicle was not included in NHTSA campaign number: 15v064000 (steering). The manufacturer was notified of the failure. The approximate failure mileage was 128,000.

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Steering malfunction. Steering clicks and jerks while driving, stopped, and in park. Steering fails while driving. Turning car off and back on sometimes releases steering how many complaints does it take? there are past recalls for the same exact issue!! not safe!.

Car began to make a random clunk when turning. Took the vehicle to the dealer as soon as they were open. Alignment began to pull. Front end started to hum. Dealer service manager said wheel bearings failing in front end. Strut assemblies in front need replacement, knuckles that hold the strut assemblies to the frame were original, made out of aluminum, and are now rotted out and require replacement. Intermediate steering column failing. The vehicle hasn't reached 90k miles yet. The cost of repairing the vehicle is nearing half of its retail value. Allegedly no open recalls, despite a recall by dorman for the intermediate steering shaft. Aluminum knuckles to hold struts to the frame? and that's not a design flaw? the replacement knuckle parts are $1200 not including labor. Wheel bearings are about $762, the intermediate steering shaft is $290. Strut assemblies are about $600 for both.

Tl the contact owns a 2009 Chevrolet Malibu. While driving unknown speeds, the steering wheel failed to turn and the traction control indicator illuminated. The contact attempted to add power steering fluid, but was unsuccessful. In addition, the power assist warning message was displayed. The local dealer was not contacted. The vehicle was not diagnosed or repaired. The manufacturer was contacted and provided case number: 8-4762040825, but no additional assistance was provided. The failure mileage was 187,000.

Tl- the contact owns a 2004 Chevrolet Malibu. The contact stated while operated at various speeds the steering siezed. The vehicle was taken to chapman Chevrolet located 6925 essington Ave, philadelphia, PA however the failure could not be replicated. The vehicle was taken to an independent mechanic where it the steering failure was confirmed. The manufacturer was not notified of the failure. The failure mileage was not disclosed. Kh.

The contact owns a 2012 Chevrolet Malibu. While driving 50 mph and while accelerating from a stop position, the steering wheel seized and an abnormal noise was heard. The steering wheel became difficult to maneuver. There were no warning indicators illuminated. The contact called the dealer (motor city Buick GMC, 3101 pacheco rd, bakersfield, CA 93313, (855) 393-2841) and was informed that there were no recalls pertaining to the steering failure. The contact was advised to schedule a diagnostic appointment. The vehicle was not taken to the dealer or independent mechanic for diagnostic testing or repairs. The manufacturer was not made aware of the failure. The failure mileage was 88,000.

Takata recall. When car is running I have steering failure. Hard to turn the steering wheel. Almost had an accident. Alarm sounds and on dash it says power steering and esc off and service esc.

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Tl the contact owns a 2007 Chevrolet Malibu. While driving 25 mph, the vehicle shook and the steering wheel seized. The contact stated that the vehicle exhibited the same symptoms as listed in NHTSA campaign number: 15v064000 (steering). The vehicle was taken to spradley Chevrolet Hyundai (2146 us-50, pueblo, CO 81008, 719-544-8162) where it was diagnosed that the steering failed. The vehicle was repaired, but the remedy failed to repair the vehicle as the steering continued to seize. The manufacturer was not notified of the failure. The failure mileage was approximately 133,732.

Tl the contact owns a 2005 Chevrolet Malibu. While driving 45 mph, the steering wheel seized and the power steering warning indicator illuminated. The vehicle was taken to an independent mechanic where it was diagnosed with an electric steering motor failure. The contact was informed that the vehicle was unsafe to drive. The contact stated that the electric steering motor needed replacement, but the vehicle was not repaired. The manufacturer informed the contact to call a local Chevrolet dealer for diagnostic testing. The vehicle was taken to uftring weston Chevrolet (1600 w war memorial drive, peoria, IL 61614, (309) 686-2500) where the electric steering failure and replacement were confirmed. The vehicle was not repaired. The contact stated that the vehicle was serviced per NHTSA campaign number: 14v153000 (steering) in 2014. The manufacturer was contacted again, but offered no further assistance. The approximate failure mileage was 130,000.

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Tl-contact owns a 2007 chevy Malibu . Vehicle has 200,000 miles. Contact took vehicle to a private mechanic. Contact called gm and gm stated that vehicle VIN is not covered under recall. Chevy dealership replaced sterring assist module in vehicle contact paid for replacement. Steering assist failed again last Thursday when contacts daughter was driving vehicle in residential neighborhood going 20mph. Chevy dealership was called again and stated steering torque needs to be replaced that contact would have to pay again. 0 recalls associated with this VIN cb.

Recall 14116, steering shaft torque sensor was performed 1 April 2016 at 37560 miles. On approx. 1-05-18, at approx. 76000 miles, the steering failed completely resulting in extremely difficult control of the vehicle. This was less than 2 years after the recall replacement. Upon diagnosis technicians found that the steering shaft torque sensor and the electronic power steering motor control module had failed. The motor control module probably failed due to increased stress on the system due to the torque sensor having failed. The repair shop had two original equipment replacements for the motor control module fail out of the box before a good one was provided, and both units had to be repeatedly tested and adjusted before acceptable performance was reached. Based on the history of these type failures it is apparent that gm has not corrected the problems with these system components. It cost $747. 36 for parts, and $234. 00 labor for the repair, not including tax. It is not acceptable that gm is not actually correcting the apparent design issues with these systems, but is continuing to use them in vehicles even with their history of failure. Gm customer service offered no help at all for the cost of this repair even though their parts appear to be defective in design. Their only response was that they had made the recall corrections at no cost once and would not do it again. Yet the oem replacement parts failed repeatedly out of the box. It seems that gm should have some responsibility as they continue to produce defective products that appears to fail repeatedly. .

The contact owns a 2016 Chevrolet Malibu. While driving approximately 15 mph, the steering wheel locked and was unable to turn. The wrench warning icon illuminated as the steering wheel failed. The vehicle was taken to putnam Chevrolet Cadillac (198 California dr, burlingame, CA), but the cause of the failure could not be diagnosed. The vehicle was repaired, but the failure recurred. The manufacturer was not notified. The VIN was unknown. The approximate failure mileage was 68,000.

Electronic steering failure on recal replacement part, in 2014 replaced under recall steering column and module. 3 years later failed again. Replacement parts appear defective not to fix the problem. Replaced at dealership indicated recal replaced once, now is owners responsibilty to replace defective parts.

The contact owns a 2012 Chevrolet Malibu. When the engine was started, the steering wheel failed to turn left or right. The power steering, esc, and traction warning indicators illuminated. The contact turned the vehicle off, restarted the engine, and the vehicle returned to normal. The dealer (southern Chevrolet Cadillac, 5845 coliseum blvd, alexandria, la 71303) was contacted and confirmed that the VIN was not included in the recall. The vehicle was not diagnosed or repaired. The manufacturer was not contacted. The approximate failure mileage was 120,000.

Tl the contact owns a 2012 Chevrolet Malibu. While driving various speeds, a noise was heard coming from the steering column. The contact stated that the noise could be heard more while driving over bumps in the road. There were no warning indicators illuminated. The vehicle was taken to gengras Chevrolet (585 connecticut blvd, east hartford, CT 06108, (860) 748-4388) where an unknown failure was detected and the contact was informed that the steering column needed replacement. The contact stated that the vehicle was not repaired as he found recalls online for the steering column failure. The manufacturer was not made aware of the failure. The failure mileage was approximately 50,000.

(aa missing dealer) tl the contact owns a 2012 Chevrolet Malibu. While driving various speeds above 40 mph, the instrument panel lighting failed to remain illuminated as the steering wheel seized. The vehicle was towed to a dealer where it was diagnosed with an oil pressure valve malfunction. The dealer was also informed that the check engine indicator illuminated. The vehicle was repaired for the oil pressure valve, but the dealer failed to diagnose the instrument panel and steering wheel failures. The instrument panel and steering wheel failure recurred and the vehicle was towed back to the dealer. The diagnosis was unknown. The manufacturer was not made aware of the failures. The failure mileage was approximately 65,000.

The contact owns a 2004 Chevrolet Malibu. While attempting to park the vehicle at 1 mph, the contact heard a thumping noise coming from the front driver's side of the vehicle. The steering wheel also became very loose. The vehicle was taken to an independent mechanic who diagnosed that the intermediate steering shaft failed, but the mechanic did not specify whether the part would need to be repaired or replaced. The vehicle was not repaired. The manufacturer was not made aware of the failure. The VIN was not included in NHTSA campaign number: 14e044000 (steering). The approximate failure mileage was 98,000.

The contact owns a 2008 Chevrolet Malibu. While driving approximately 35 mph, the vehicle lost steering ability and the steering system warning indicator illuminated. The contact had to force the vehicle into a parking lot. The vehicle was turned off, restarted, and then drove normally. The contact drove the vehicle to the dealer the following day where it was diagnosed that the steering column failed and needed replacement. The vehicle was repaired. The manufacturer was notified of the failure. The approximate failure mileage was 82,000.

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The contact owns a 2009 Chevrolet Malibu. While driving 30 mph, the steering wheel shook violently and seized without warning. The vehicle was taken to a local dealer (autonation Chevrolet, west colonial 3707 w. Colonial drive, orlando, FL 32808) where it was diagnosed that the steering column failed and needed to be replaced. The vehicle was not repaired. The manufacturer was notified of the failure and stated that the VIN was included in the warranty expansion. The failure mileage was approximately 127,812.

Tl the contact owns a 2012 Chevrolet Malibu. While driving approximately 10 mph, the steering failed without warning. The vehicle was taken to an independent mechanic where it was not diagnosed. The contact stated that the failure occurred several times. A local dealer was not contacted. The manufacturer was not made aware of the failure. The approximate failure mileage was 57,600. The VIN was not available.

2013 car loss power steering steering column replaced under special policy #10183a car again loss power steering Jan. 2017 4 years after first replacement and 50000 miles had to replaced steering column again gm will not cover second replacement need to be recalled again this is a safety hazard steering fail driving down highway.

The contact owns a 2009 Chevrolet Malibu. While driving in reverse at 5 mph, the steering wheel failed and the esc warning indicator illuminated. The vehicle was taken to an independent dealer where it was determined that the steering staff torque system failed and needed to be replaced. The vehicle was not repaired. The manufacturer was made aware of the failure. The failure mileage was approximately 110,000.

The contact owns a 2006 Chevrolet Malibu. While parking the vehicle, the steering wheel became uncontrollable and loose. The vehicle was towed to an independent mechanic where it was diagnosed that the steering column failed. The vehicle was not repaired. The manufacturer was not notified of the failure. The VIN was excluded from NHTSA campaign number: 14e044000 (steering). The failure mileage was approximately 150,000.

The contact owns a 2007 Chevrolet Malibu. While driving 60 mph, the steering failed and the steering warning sensor illuminated. The vehicle was taken to the dealer, but the cause of the failure could not be determined. The failure continued to recur. The manufacturer was made aware of the failure. The vehicle was taken back to the dealer for a second diagnostic testing where it was determined that there was a loss of the electric power steering assist. Also, the steering staff torque sensor failed and needed to be replaced. The vehicle was not repaired. The failure mileage was 127,947.

My electric steering pump suddenly stop working yesterday while driving on street. Two warning messages appeared on eic. " check steering" "esc off check". I have read on many forums, by chevy Malibu owners, have complain having same issue. I' m concern for my family safety if this steering pump fails again at greater speed.

Tl-the contact owns a 2005 Chevrolet Malibu. The contact stated that while driving at 75 mph, a warning light illuminated and a notification for steering failure was shown on the car radio display. The contact stated that the vehicle was turned off and then turned on and the vehicle operated normally. The vehicle was taken to be diagnosed. The contact was informed that the failure was due to a loose steering column. The vehicle was not included in NHTSA campaign number: 14v153000 (steering). The vehicle was not repaired. The manufacturer was not notified. The approximate failure mileage was 165,000. Ah.