The contact owns a 2006 Chevrolet HHR. The contact stated while driving at an undisclosed speed, the steering wheel seized, with the power steering warning light illuminated. The contact stated that the steering wheel became difficult to turn. The vehicle was restarted; however, the failure recurred. The vehicle was taken to the dealer but was not diagnosed or repaired. The manufacturer was not made aware of the failure. The approximate failure mileage was 240,000.
2006 Chevrolet HHR: engine failure
27 of the 1,006 complaints about the 2006 Chevrolet HHR describe engine failure.
- owner complaints
- 27
- of this car's complaints
- 3%
- typical mileage
- 95,000
- recalls
- 0
Is there a fix? 99 service bulletins cover this area of the car. See below
Engine failure by model year
What owners say
Tl* the contact owns a 2006 chevrolet hhr. While driving approximately 35 MPH, the power steering warning indicator illuminated and the steering wheel seized. The failure recurred numerous times. The vehicle was taken to an independent mechanic where the technician could not determine the cause of the failure. The manufacturer was not notified. The approximate failure mileage was 92,000.
Tl* the contact owns a 2006 chevrolet hhr. While driving various speeds, the steering wheel seized. The failure recurred numerous times. The vehicle was taken to the dealer, but was not diagnosed or repaired. The manufacturer was not notified of the failure. The approximate failure mileage was 153,000.
Tl* the contact owns a 2006 chevrolet hhr. While driving at an unknown speed, the steering wheel warning light illuminated continuously, and the steering wheel seized. The contact had to turn off and restart the vehicle. The vehicle was not diagnosed or repaired. The manufacturer was not notified of the failure. The failure mileage was not available.
Tl* the contact owns a 2006 chevrolet hhr. While driving approximately 30 MPH, the steering wheel seized and excessive force was required to maneuver the vehicle. The power steering assist warning light illuminated. The failure recurred intermittently. The vehicle was not diagnosed or repaired. The manufacturer was not notified of the failure. The approximate failure mileage was 75,000. Ma 10/26/2015
Tl* the contact owns a 2006 chevrolet hhr. While driving approximately 35 MPH, the steering wheel seized and excessive force was required without warning. The failure recurred multiple times. The vehicle was taken to an independent mechanic for diagnostic testing who stated that an unknown part located inside the steering column needed to be replaced. The vehicle was repaired; however, the failure recurred. The manufacturer was not notified of the failure. The approximate failure mileage was 151,000.
Tl* the contact owns a 2006 chevrolet hhr. After the vehicle was serviced under the federal safety agency campaign numbers: 14v047000 (air bags, electrical system) and 14v171000 (electrical system), the steering wheel seized and the vehicle stalled. The vehicle was able to restart. The vehicle was not diagnosed or repaired. The manufacturer was notified of the failure. The failure mileage was not available.
Tl* the contact owns a 2006 chevrolet hhr. The contact stated that while driving approximately 30 MPH and making a right turn, the power steering warning light illuminated and the steering wheel seized. The contact had to restart the vehicle in order for to resume normal function. The vehicle was taken to the independent mechanic, who diagnosed that the fuse box needed to be replaced. The vehicle was repaired but the failure persisted. The manufacturer was not made aware of the failure. The approximate failure mileage was 65,966. ...updated 03-11-15 *bf the consumer stated the part was replaced and there have been no more steering issue. However, the check engine light illuminated intermittently. Updated 03/26/15
Tl* the contact owns a 2006 chevrolet hhr. The contact stated while driving approximately 10 MPH, the power steering system warning light illuminated as the steering wheel seized and excessive force was required. The power steering would only work properly after the vehicle was shut off and restarted. Also, the contact stated that the battery was continuously drained and as a result, it needed to be replaced. The contact mentioned that the failure had not occurred until the battery had to be replaced. The vehicle was taken to the dealer for a diagnosis. The manufacturer was notified of the failure. The manufacturer made the contact aware that the vehicle was not included in recall the federal safety agency campaign number: 14v153000 (steering). The approximate failure mileage was 125,000.
Tl* the contact owns a 2006 chevrolet hhr. The contact stated that the steering wheel seized and was unable to turn. The contact restarted the vehicle and it resumed to normal. The contact also stated that the ignition key would not release from the ignition and the release button in the steering column was required. The vehicle was repaired under the federal safety agency campaign number: 14v047000 (electrical system) however, the remedy failed to repair the failure. The manufacturer was not made aware of the failure. The approximate failure mileage was 107,000. Updated 12/01/14
Tl* the contact owns a 2006 chevrolet hhr. The contact stated that the vehicle exhibited numerous electrical failures. The engine failed to start, the doors lock failed to lock electronically and sometimes unlocked while driving. Also, the air bag warning light illuminated, the cruise control failed and the vehicle stalled while driving. The vehicle was taken to the dealer. The technician replaced the computer cluster module. However, the failure was not corrected. The vehicle was taken back to the dealer for further inspection. The manufacturer was made aware of the failure. The failure mileage was 1,500. Updated 10/22/2014*lj the consumers wife was injured as they attempted to steer the vehicle, to avoid a crash. Updated 03//09/16
Tl* the contact owns a 2006 chevrolet hhr. The contact stated while driving approximately 15 MPH, the power steering seized causing the steering wheel to become difficult to maneuver and the power steering warning light illuminated. The failure recurred multiple times. The vehicle was taken to a dealer. The vehicle was not diagnosed or repaired. The manufacturer was notified of the failure. The approximate failure mileage was 213,000. Updated 3/31/15*cn the consumer stated the vehicle was repaired. He did the repairs himself. The vehicle was out of warranty. Updated 7/8/2015
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Related recalls
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Questions about the 2006 Chevrolet HHR engine failure
Is engine failure a common problem on the 2006 Chevrolet HHR?
27 of 1,006 owner complaints about the 2006 Chevrolet HHR (3%) mention engine failure. The model year with the most reports is 2006.
Is there a recall or service bulletin for this on the 2006 Chevrolet HHR?
There are 0 recalls and 99 service bulletins for the same area of the car. Check them below with your VIN.
Other symptoms on the 2006 Chevrolet HHR
Power steering loss 185Door locks 122Loss of power 62Stalling 50Check engine light 33Steering lock-up 26Fuel leak 23Won't start 16Jerking 14No deployment 12Harsh shifting 12Water leak 12Airbag light 11Fuel smell 11Fire or smoke 10Ball joint 9ABS 8Battery drain 8Brake failure 6Fuel pump 6Headlights 6Wipers 6Adaptive cruise 5Grinding brakes 5Steering noise 5Pulling 5Tire blowout 5
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