2007 Chevrolet HHR transmission problems

Filed Oct 21, 2020 · Acceleration, Transmission · 108,000 miles · AR

Out of no where, speed odometer went to flashing and car would not speed up even when pushing the gas... Had it checked and was told to check to see if there was a recall because mechanic could not find anything wrong with it. It stopped working while on the highway, had to tow it home because was too scared to try to make it home. When pushing the gas, you can feel it losing power.

Filed Jul 19, 2018 · Transmission · 192,000 miles · GA

Driving and pushed on clutch to change gears , I heard a snap and the clutch lost all pressure and went to the floor of the vehicle. Upon inspection by a mechanic , it was determined that the clutch cylinder had punched through the firewall. This should not have happened and is a manufacturing defect. I was driving in traffic and this caused the car to turn off. It could have caused a very serious accident.

Filed May 24, 2017 · Acceleration, Transmission · 120,000 miles · TX

Driving 45 MPH pressed the brakes , vehicle started accelerating then I applied excessive force on the brakes, finally engine started to reduce RPM's no check engine light came on, lucky that I am a very experienced driver lol to other drivers

Filed Jun 18, 2015 · Steering, Transmission · 65,500 miles · NC

Ignition switch was replaced under recall in nov 2014. On date of failure it was not possible to turn the key, but it could be removed and reinserted. Because the ignition key couldn't be turned, the steering wheel was locked and the transmission was locked in park. Vehicle had to be towed to chev dealer that advises they will replace it under warranty.

Filed Jun 4, 2015 · Electrical, Transmission · MI

Tl* the contact owns a 2007 chevrolet hhr. The dealer repaired the vehicle according to the federal safety agency campaign numbers: 14v047000 (electrical system) and 14v171000 (electrical system) in november of 2014. After the repair, the key became stuck in the ignition and the battery was drained. The vehicle was taken to the dealer and the battery was replaced and the switch was replaced. Also, the floor shifter needed to be replaced. The contact spoke with the manufacturer and filed a complaint. The vehicle was not repaired. The failure mileage was unknown. Updated 07/13/16

Filed Jan 29, 2015 · Electrical, Steering · MI

2007 chevrolet hhr. Unable to remove key from ignition. Had to get car towed. *ta the shifter and power steering fuse was replaced. The consumer is seeking reimbursement.

Filed Oct 26, 2014 · Engine, Transmission · 58,400 miles · FL

Approximately 6 weeks ago, I was driving my chevrolet hhr 2007, (40 MPH), when traction control light came on, and the info showed traction control off, and then service traction, at the same time I could hear and feel the car was shifting hard. It was like kicking. I parked, turned off the car and turned on again, and the light disappear but after few hours, it was there again, shortly after the engine light came on with the info check engine, and stayed on with the traction control light, then this disappear but the engine light stayed. Also the car has made noise since 2008 when my husband bought it.I don't know if both problems are related. On 10/15/14 I went to the dealer because my car has 5 different recalls to fix, and the service traction light was on, they didn't check it, they said if I want them check it, I have to paid for the inspection. Looks chevrolet it doesn't care about their customers safety!

Filed Aug 18, 2014 · Electrical, Steering · 102,806 miles · GA

The power steering feels stiff not able to make right turns without the stiffness. Power steering lights constantly on since this problem occurred. My power steering is electrical and for some reason I believed that the ignition recall my have something to do with this not sure.

Filed Aug 13, 2014 · Electrical, Lights · TN

2007 chevrolet hhr. Consumer writes in regards to vehicle headlight and tail light issues. Consumer also has seat belt problems. *smd the consumer stated the tail light went out so often, he carried spares with him. The over head light shorted out. Also, the key would hang up in ignition, which made it difficult to disengage, the shifter would also become stuck in park. The gears did not match up with the gear shift lever.

Filed Jul 26, 2014 · Electrical, Transmission · 85,700 miles · KS

The gear goes easily without pressing button from reverse to neutral or drive. And the rear view mirror light won't shut off by pressing button. It worked fine before I took it for the recall of the faulty ignition switch.