Steering Noise Problems of Chevrolet Malibu - part 1

My cars steering wheel started to make noise in the steering wheel then it started to move slightly. Very slightly while I was driving. After a little bit more of driving the same day. The problem got worse and the steering wheel would lock and only locked once while I was driving at low speed.

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Steering shaft causing knocking noise when you turn steering wheel about 1 inch to the left or right when the car is stationary or in motion. Found this to be a common problem with other owners with over 150 complaints. So far no recall has been issued for to replace the the steering shaft.

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When the car in motion. The steering makes a loud noise when turning the wheel. And the air bag indicator just popped on. Stating service the vehicle.

Tl the contact owns a 2006 Chevrolet Malibu maxx. The contact stated that as soon as the vehicle was started, a grinding noise began and the steering wheel shook. The steering vibration continued permanently while the vehicle was being driven. The contact stated that the failure began ever since the vehicle was purchased in October of 2018, but had become worse over time. The vehicle was not taken to an independent mechanic or a dealer for diagnostic testing. The manufacturer was notified of the failure. The vehicle was not repaired. The approximate failure mileage was 150,000.

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My vehicle is at an auto shop been there for a week and a half to repair the clunking noise in the steering column but the motor and module for the electric steering assist is seizing up which would be dangerous to turn in traffic. I already spent enough time and money on parts and labor. This is nothing I have done to the car only had for a year. I need your help! this should be a recall issue! or send me a new motor and module for this car please. You guys can at least do that. I love the car but this is a problem. 2. 4l electric assist. The steering column is fine just need the motor and module. Thank you for your help!.

Tl- the contact owns a 2010 Chevrolet Malibu. The contact stated that the electric power steering failed. The power steering warning indicator failed to illuminate and a clicking noise was heard when the steering wheel was turned in either direction. The contact had to constantly maneuver the steering wheel, which was extremely tight when turning it in either direction. The dealer (ross downing Chevrolet, 600 s morrison blvd, hammond, la 70403, 866-206-4720) indicated that the vehicle was serviced in 2014 per NHTSA campaign number: 14e044000 (steering). Since the vehicle was not included in any current recalls, the dealer did not offer to inspect and diagnose the vehicle. An independent repair facility replaced the power steering pump, but the clicking noise and steering wheel failures continued. The manufacturer issued one recall for this year, make, and model vehicle with 11 tsbs for the steering. The manufacturer was notified. The vehicle was not repaired. The approximate failure mileage was 143,497. Dyd.

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Tl-the contact owns a 2009 Chevrolet Malibu. While driving at an unknown speed, the contact heard an abnormal noise when the steering wheel was turned. The vehicle was taken to lumberton Chevrolet Buick GMC Cadillac (500 linkhaw road, lumberton, nc 28358). The dealer noticed that the steering wheel was loose and should be replaced. It was unknown if the vehicle was officially diagnosed by the dealer. The vehicle was not repaired. The manufacturer was not notified. The failure mileage was approximately 146,000. Jc.

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On 11-18-2017 the steering wheel on this car starts to move back and forth by itself. When driving, the power steering stops working, then starts working. You can hear a noise in the steering column like crackling. Sounds like a sensor looking for something. When power steering is out, car can barely be turned. This car did have the steering recall work done on it a few years ago. Haven't talked to my dealer yet. Very dangerous. Stopped driving the car.

When making a turn, the front of the car make terrible popping noise, which is a severe safety problem. This is very common. . Read more...

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The contact owns a 2005 Chevrolet Malibu. While driving various speeds, the "power steering" warning message displayed. The vehicle made a "dinging" noise and the steering wheel became stiff. The vehicle was not diagnosed or repaired. The manufacturer was made aware of the failure. The failure mileage was 114,000.

The contact owns a 2005 Chevrolet Malibu. While driving, the power steering made a clicking noise and pulled to the left. The power steering warning indicator illuminated. While idling at a stop sign, the steering wheel bounced and made a clicking noise. Once the contact resumed driving, the steering wheel pulled to the left. The vehicle was taken to the dealer, but was not diagnosed or repaired. The manufacturer was made aware of the failure. The approximate failure mileage was 155,000.

Steering wheel moves on own, knocking noise and now power steering gone.

The contact owns a 2010 Chevrolet Malibu. While driving approximately 70 mph, the steering column failed. The contact heard a loud noise coming from the steering wheel and a service warning indicator illuminated. However, the contact was unable to identify the nature of the service indicator illumination. After the vehicle was turned off and restarted, it operated normally except the service indicator was still illuminated. The failure occurred several times. The manufacturer was not notified. The failure mileage was 65,000.

When making a left turn, there was no ability to turn the car. The car drove onto a sidewalk. The car would not steer. Turning the steering wheel did not turn the wheels. There was a clunking noise when turning the steering wheel. The car had to be towed. I'm afraid of what could have happened if I was on the freeway or if there were people on the sidewalk.

Tl-the contact owns a 2006 Chevrolet Malibu. The contact stated that while driving approximately 5 mph and attempting to make a right turn a loud noise emerging from the steering wheel started. The contact stated also that the same failure had occurred for the past year on the daily basis every time a turn is made. The vehicle was taken to the dealer and the diagnosis was intermediate shaft and it was not under a recall. The vehicle was not repair. The manufacturer was notified of the failure. The approximate failure mileage was 178,000. Bp.

The contact owns a 2005 Chevrolet Malibu maxx. When the steering wheel was turned to the left and when starting the vehicle, an abnormal noise emerged from the steering wheel. The dealer was notified of the failure and indicated that it was due to a safety feature. In addition, the brake lights remained illuminated when the brakes had not been applied. The VIN was not included in NHTSA campaign number: 14v252000 (electrical system, electronic stability control, exterior lighting, service brakes, hydraulic, vehicle speed control). The manufacturer was not notified. The failure mileage was not available.

The contact owns a 2016 Chevrolet Malibu. While driving at various speeds, the stabilizing traction warning indicator illuminated. The vehicle emitted a loud noise from the steering wheel and the vehicle shuttered. The contact took the vehicle to the dealer where it was diagnosed that the power steering control module failed and needed to be replaced. The dealer DE-coded all the warning indicators and informed the contact that a new amplifier was being manufactured. The vehicle was not repaired. The failure recurred. The manufacturer was not made aware of the failure. The approximate failure mileage was 2,614.

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When accelerating power steering assist locks momentarily making unsafe driving conditon. Let off pedal and it comes back. Dashboard bell also dings when this occurs. Also steering makes binding noise like a large rubber band being stretched when you turn the wheel back and forth.

The contact owns a 2005 Chevrolet Malibu. The contact stated that while driving at 30 mph, the steering wheel became difficult to turn. The contact also mentioned that the failure occurred when at a stop sign. In addition, there was a loud abnormal noise coming from the steering wheel when turning it left or right. The vehicle was taken to an independent mechanic where it was diagnosed that the intermediate shaft needed to be replaced. The vehicle was not repaired. The manufacturer was made aware of the failure. The failure mileage was 114,000.

Tl-the contact owns a 2009 Chevrolet Malibu. The contact stated they were experience the same failures explained in NHTSA campaign number:14v153000 (steering) but the VIN was not included into the recall. The contact stated while driving 70 mph, there was abnormal grinding noise coming from the steering column. The vehicle was not diagnosed or repaired. The manufacturer was notified of the failure. The failure mileage was 120,000. Ng.

The contact owns a 2011 Chevrolet Malibu. While driving at various speeds, there was an abnormal noise coming from the steering. The vehicle was not diagnosed or repaired. The vehicle was not included in NHTSA campaign number: 14e044000 (steering). The manufacturer was not made aware of the failure. The approximate failure mileage was 53,000.

Before I seen it was in here, my intermediate shaft went out on my car, and I replaced it. I saw the recall in here and called dorman to have them reimburse me 258. 00 for the part, but they said that their not responsible to replace the part as your inf0rmation in here states, so who is in charge? I have proof I had to replace it and can disclose the information. I just want the 258. 00 I paid to replace it. My vehicle was moving when I heard the noise as I would steer to the right more than the left but both sides made noise.

The contact owns a 2004 Chevrolet Malibu. The contact stated that while turning left or right, an abnormal noise emitted from the steering wheel. The contact stated that upon trying to remove the key from the ignition, the key had to be adjusted back and forth several times in order for it to release from the ignition switch. The vehicle was not included in NHTSA campaign numbers: 14v153000 (steering) and 14e044000 (steering). The vehicle was not diagnosed. The manufacturer was notified of the failure and provided no remedy. The approximate failure mileage was 41,000.

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The contact owns a 2004 Chevrolet Malibu maxx. The contact stated that the vehicle remained on after the key was removed from the ignition, the transmission slipped out of gear, and there was an abnormal noise coming from the steering column. The failures occurred without warning. The dealer was not contacted. The manufacturer was notified of the failures. The failure mileage was 51,000.

Driving grand children home from school, turned in driveway and car made loud chatter and clunk sound like something was coming apart or falling out. When the noise happened steering wheel kept spinning freely! received a letter saying this exact thing may happen would be fixed free of charge under 150,000 miles. Car is at 170,000 they will not repair saying extended warranty issue and not recall. Mind boggling how they can be allowed to issue recall for steering motor that may cause vechile to steer harder a safety issue and when your in the process of turning and steering wheel spins freely isn't a safety issue but extended warranty issue. Had we been turning as we were a short time before that at a busy intersection we could have been injured or killed!! this seems completely idiotic how hard steering that could happen such as like when a car didn't have power steering was declared safety issue but extended warranty issue when you lose the ability to steer and steering wheel just spins. How many injuries or deaths have to occur before they are made to fix this issue. They want $900 for part alone. How could they possibly put a mile limit of 150,000 on something that can cause crash causing injury or death!!! this dangerous condition needs to be made public and corrected. Because manufacturer neglected to put an umbrella seal a very cheap part peoples lives are at risk and it is a costly repair due to neglect on manufacturers part!!.

The contact owns a 2003 Chevrolet Malibu. The contact stated while driving approximately 55 mph, there was an abnormal popping noise coming from the steering wheel. The vehicle was taken to the dealer where it was diagnosed that the wheel bearing needed to be replaced. The manufacturer was notified of the failure. The failure mileage was 38,000.

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When trying to turn left or right it won't turn and makes a popping noise in steering shaft ? under car inspection noticed that steering spline or shaft where it meets the yoke it just spins when turning wheel! wheels will not turn. Can't drive. This car is my daughters and I'm doing the research for her.

Tl- the contact owns a 2006 Chevrolet Malibu. The contact stated that after the vehicle was serviced under NHTSA campaign id number: 15v064000 (steering), there was a loud noise coming from the steering wheel without warning. The vehicle was not diagnosed or repaired. The manufacturer was notified of the failure. The failure mileage was not available. Djr.

Loud popping noise coming from the steering column, and can be felt in the steering wheel. Slight "play" in the steering on the left side. The noise seems to be popping within the "play" area of the steering. Purchased this vehicle from private owner with low miles, garage kept, and regular maintenance. Previous owner noticed a noise near the steering at 30000 miles.

Airbag light continues to come on. I've had this car since 1/31/2014. Used. No accidents. Power steering went out. Took to GMC for recall. 2/2014 claimed it was fixed. 11/2014 steering wheel hard to turn. . Now the tires won't turn to the right. Loud clonking noise when I turn the steering. Tires won't turn. . Near accident. Had car since 1/2014 . Took for recalls 2/2014 7/2014 transmission died. 1000+ in repairs. This car is a safety hazard and I am still paying for this car. Something needs to be done so that I don't have to continue to come out of pocket and waste my money.

Tl-the contact owns a 2005 Chevrolet Malibu. The contact stated that when she depressed the brake pedal, she would hear an abnormal noise and the steering wheel would become seized. The contact would have to turn the vehicle off and restart the vehicle to resume normal. The vehicle had not been diagnosed or repaired. The manufacturer was not notified of the failure. The approximate failure mileage was 129,000. Ne.

My 2010 Malibu is now making a creaky/clunky noise when steering into a turn. It is most noticeable at slow speeds. I know the power steering motor has been an issue in prior model years. This vehicle is currently under the recall for the brake light / traction control / cruise control issues under recall # 13036. There has been no diagnosis done on the power steering as I will bring this to the dealer's attention when I bring the vehicle in for the known recall repairs. The car is now grounded until the repairs can be made as it is just too unsafe to drive at this point.

The contact owns a 2007 Chevrolet Malibu. The contact stated that the steering wheel became extremely rough and difficult to steer. The contact stated while traveling on a major highway or roadway, there was a loud noise heard as the power steering sensor illuminated and the steering wheel seized. The contact had to turn the vehicle off and on before the steering wheel would unlock. The contact was able to unlock the steering wheel. The vehicle was taken to an authorized dealer who diagnosed and repaired the power steering module. The manufacturer was notified of the failure. The approximate failure mileage was 61,000.

Have heard a clanking/clunking noise in steering since vehicle was purchased in Nov 2013. Not always but on occasion and it became a normal driving noise in the vehicle after several people tried to diagnose what I was hearing and feeling in the steering. Noise became louder the last couple weeks and 4 days ago it made a loud banging noise and was difficult to turn in either direction. No noticeable change in control at this point just seemed a little loose. Yesterday while driving on the interstate at 70 mph on a s curve, as I attempted to steer the car right to follow the curve midway I noticed it was not responding and continued to cross the lane I slowed my speed by pressing the brake lightly and the car began to respond to my steering I exited the interstate and stopped. I layed under the vehicle and used my foot to turn steering wheel back and forth. It was loud resistant and had minimal response to half turns of the wheel. I am almost no longer in control of the vehicle and its getting worse with every slight turn of the wheel. Im afraid that if I hadn't known that driving the car in these conditions is dangerous I may have continued to do so and eventually crashed. What is so frighting is that the majority of people who operate a vehicle think that little noises like this one started as arent anything major. With the lack of vehicle knowledge things could easily progress into serious injury or fatality's. I have 3 kids under 10 and a crash at any speed after loosing steering control could kill driver, passengers, pedestrians other innocent people. Something needs to be done.

When driving at any speed and you make a right there is a notice sounds like coming from right wheel and rubbing noise in steering wheel. When parking and turning the steering wheel makes the rubbing sound. Took the to the dealership on a Tuesday got oil changed and was told warranty was over and need brakes and fuel and throttle body service. Went back to same dealership on Thursday charged $85. To tell me that steering gear and rack needed to be replaced for a price of over $800. I declined service since not equipped for a bill like that since the car is so new. I brought the car brand new December of 2010. This is clearly a safety issue and something of this magnitude should need replacing in 3 years. I have seen multiple complaints from other Malibu owners so this is clearly a defect with the manufacturing of the vehicle. Please recall!!.