2006 Chevrolet HHR transmission problems

Filed Jul 27, 2023 · Electrical, Locks · 92,000 miles · IL

The contact owns a 2006 Chevrolet HHR. The contact stated that while driving at various speeds, the vehicle lost motive power and would not properly accelerate. Additionally, the front passenger’s side door would not open while using the interior door latch. The contact stated while using the cigarette lighter, the vehicle shut off, and smoke filled the cabin of the vehicle. The cause of the failure was not yet determined. The local dealer and manufacturer were not contacted. The failure mileage was 92,000.

Filed Aug 22, 2017 · Transmission · VA

The shift lever shows the vehicle in park but the actual gear is reverse because the transmission shift cable adjustment clip has become dislodged from its position and will not engage to the proper gear. As a result the vehicle will not start and it will also roll backwards without engaging the parking brake. It was stationary when I was attempting to park it but it then rolled backwards down a hill because it was not engaging in park and almost hit another vehicle before I could apply the parking brake. This issue is the same issue that is part of a recall 09v073000 for my specific vehicle; however it doesn't include my year or VIN so the dealers are not trying to repair it for me without cost.

Filed Oct 28, 2016 · Airbags, Steering · 193,000 miles · IN

My air bag service light comes on and my power steering dont work while this air bag service light is on. My heat dont work either while my air bag service light is on. I can drive it for awhile and when my air bag light goes off my power steering starts to work and my heat does too.

Filed Jun 16, 2016 · Electrical, Transmission · 147,000 miles · NY

Tl* the contact owns a 2006 chevrolet hhr. The contact indicated that there had been no failures with the vehicle until the manufacturer had the dealer complete a manufacturer recall repair for the ignition switch. The repair caused several failures and did not provide a permanent repair solution. Within weeks of the dealer's repair, the key was difficult to remove from the ignition switch and the contact had to constantly maneuver the gear shift, which had also been an issue. In addition, the speedometer failed to provide a reading and the instrument cluster gauges failed to fully function after the repair. The contact was unable to determine what the solution would be to repair the vehicle. The manufacturer was not notified. The federal safety agency campaign number was unknown. The approximate failure mileage was 147,000.

Filed May 12, 2015 · Electrical, Transmission · 181,732 miles · NC

Tl* the contact owns a 2006 chevrolet hhr. The vehicle jerked whenever the contact shifted gears. The failure occurred whether the vehicle were in drive, neutral, or reverse. The contact received a notification for the federal safety agency campaign number: 14v171000 (electrical system). The contact adhered to the recall; however, the failure recurred. The vehicle was taken to an independent mechanic, who diagnosed that the ignition switch needed to be replaced. The vehicle was not repaired. The manufacturer was notified of the failure. The approximate failure mileage was 181,732.

Filed Oct 30, 2014 · Electrical, Transmission · 169,350 miles · NC

Tl* the contact owns a 2006 chevrolet hhr. The contact stated that while driving approximately 7 MPH, the brake pedal was depressed and failed to respond. The contact mentioned that the vehicle jerked forward and stalled without warning. The vehicle was taken to the dealer where the technician diagnosed that the ignition switch needed to be replaced. The vehicle was not repaired. The manufacturer was notified of the failure. The failure mileage was 169,350.

Filed Sep 23, 2014 · Electrical, Steering · 160,000 miles · FL

Tl* the contact owns a 2006 chevrolet hhr. The contact stated that the vehicle stalled and was not able to restart. The vehicle was towed to the dealer who reprogrammed the computer, provided the contact with a new set of keys, and repaired the vehicle according to the federal safety agency campaign number: 14e021000 (electrical system). The failure recurred and the key remained stuck in the ignition. The vehicle also failed to shift out of park, the steering wheel was difficult to maneuver, and the power steering warning indicator illuminated. The vehicle was taken back to the dealer where it was diagnosed that the power steering motor, the gear box, and shifter needed to be replaced. The vehicle was not repaired. The manufacturer was not notified of the failure. The approximate failure mileage was 160,000.

Filed Sep 17, 2014 · Transmission · 144,000 miles · IN

Tl* the contact owns a 2006 chevrolet hhr. The contact stated that the gear shift failed to lock in the park position. The vehicle was taken to the dealer. The technician diagnosed that the gear shift needed to be replaced. The vehicle was not repaired the manufacturer was made aware of the failure. The failure mileage was 144,000.

Filed Jul 30, 2014 · Transmission · 115,000 miles · CO · crash

Tl* the contact owns a 2006 chevrolet hhr. After the contact returned to the vehicle shortly after it had been parked, she found it had rolled away three houses downhill. The vehicle had driven over a curb, sideswiped a tree, and crashed into cinder blocks. The vehicle was towed to the dealer and repaired. The cause of the failure was unknown. The manufacturer was notified. The failure mileage was 115,000. Updated 8/28/14*cn the consumer stated the dealer advised that the cover interlock was removed. The shifter did not lock into gear. The lock was missing. The consumer was not given any paperwork to explain the issues. The consumer was advised by multiple mechanics the vehicle would not drive with these defects. Updated 11/25/2014

Filed Apr 29, 2014 · Electrical, Transmission · 132,441 miles · FL

Tl* the contact owns a 2006 chevrolet hhr. The contact stated that the key seized in the ignition and the vehicle failed to shift to park. The vehicle was taken to the dealer and the ignition switch cylinder was replaced along with the battery. The manufacturer was contacted. The approximate failure mileage was 132,441.