2009 Chevrolet HHR engine problems

Filed Apr 5, 2021 · Electrical, Engine · 60,000 miles · FL · fire · 1 injury

Started smelling smoke and the whole vehicle shut down with the being stuck on ignition. Couldn't open the doors and smoke was billowing out and fire start coming out of lower middle console. Luckily was able to open door and exit vehicle. Fire then erupted and quickly traveled straight down the center console to the rear of the car. Within minutes the car was totally engulfed in flames and was completely burned to nothing. Suffered several burns and smoke inhalation and the car and every thing in it was destroyed

Filed Jul 13, 2020 · Engine, Fuel system · 210,000 miles · MI

Tl* the contact owns a 2009 chevrolet hhr. The contact stated that the vehicle leaked fuel underneath the vehicle, in front of the rear passenger tire. The contact called matthews-hargreaves chevrolet (2000 twelve mile rd, royal oak, mi 48067) and was informed that the vehicle was not subjected to a recall. The manufacturer was made aware of the failure. The contact stated that there was a repair kit online for sale however, the manufacturer stated that if the vehicle was repaired using the repair kit, the warranty would be voided. The vehicle was not repaired. The failure mileage was approximately 210,000.

Filed May 17, 2017 · Acceleration, Engine · 99,600 miles · CA

Check engine light. Reduced engine power. Esc off. This occurred on vehicle startup and while the vehicle was in motion. The vehicle goes into a low power mode and cannot be driven more than five miles per hour.

Filed Oct 19, 2016 · Driver assistance, Electrical · 110,000 miles · NC

Tl* the contact owns a 2009 chevrolet hhr. While driving 65 MPH, the vehicle stalled and the ESC warning indicator illuminated. The contact mentioned that the security lock warning indicator also illuminated. The contact had to make multiple attempts of turning the ignition key back and forth before the vehicle restarted. The vehicle was not diagnosed or repaired. The manufacturer was not made aware of the failure. The VIN was unknown. The failure mileage was approximately 110,000.

Filed Sep 20, 2016 · Engine · 150,000 miles · WI

Tl* the contact owns a 2009 chevrolet hhr. The contact stated that the engine stalled when attempting to start the vehicle. The check engine indicator illuminated when starting the vehicle. The vehicle was towed to the dealer where it was diagnosed that the timing chain was stretched and needed to be replaced. The vehicle was not repaired. The failure mileage was 150,000. Updated 06/05/2017

Filed May 4, 2015 · Airbags, Electrical · 84,500 miles · PA

I was driving down the highway and all of a sudden the service airbag warning light came on as well as the warning chime. I purchased the car used in august 2013, and soon after getting it the very same warning came on. I went back to the dealer and they had it sent to a local gm dealer to be fixed. I purchased the car from a dodge and subaru dealer and they were not able to do the repair. I was shown the repair paperwork stating that a faulty airbag sensor was replaced. Well just last week the very same thing happened again. The service airbag light comes on then goes off sometimes after only a few seconds. Then another warning light went on stating faulty air pressure sensor. The check engine light is on as well so I'm wondering if there is some type of electrical gremlin in the car. This is extremely frustrating because I like the car but all of these stupid little issues make me want to trade it in, and never buy anything made by gm ever again.

Filed Apr 24, 2015 · Driver assistance, Engine · TX

The electrical system in the car has shut down and has caused my power steering to go out while I am driving. It dings so I have some notice. But none the less really scary and very hard to turn going 20 MPH. My brakes are very hard when this happens. My thermostat/ coolant information is currently displayed as dashes (----) across my dash, making this really difficult to know if it is hot or has run out and my AC is connected to this also so when it decides to work my AC will work. It will turn off and on while driving too. My MPH reads my speed going 20 MPH over what I am actually driving. My car has completely shut off while driving. The check engine light comes on and off making it more difficult to get codes.

Filed Feb 1, 2015 · Electrical, Engine · 48,000 miles · MD

I have had my recall competed on my ignition switch, however, I am concerned because I still have an issue where I turn off the car and take the key out of the ignition, and either I hear the engine still run slightly, but more commonly the issue is that the door chimes as if I opened the door with the key still in the ignition (although it is not). I thought the replacement after this recall would fix the problem as I had previously brought it to the dealership and they could not "duplicate it" or see any immediate issues. Should I be concerned that this is still happening after the recall?

Filed Jul 30, 2014 · Electrical, Engine · 58,000 miles · FL

Went to leave from friend's house, vehicle would not start.called tow truck, but by the time ( 2 hrs ) I waited car started-up.cancelled tow truck. Next time while making turn, power steering stopped working. It has not worked since approx 05/21/14. Called the dealer to make appointment on 06/03/14. They give me the papers services. And they told me it will probably take between 6 weeks to 7 weeks for them to get the part.I been calling, still waiting for the parts. On another note, I told them about my condition. I have one arm the is very hard for me to drive with out power steering. I had surgery on my left arm. ( a survivor of sarcoma). For them maybe is nothing. I don't want them to feel sorry for me. I just want to fallow the rules, and the promises they make to me. [xxx] information redacted pursuant to the freedom of information act (foia), 5 u.s.c. 552(b)(6).

Filed Jul 29, 2014 · Brakes, Electrical · ND

I bought my hhr brand new. Within weeks of having it, the brakes had to be replaced due to warping. This has become an every six month routine now. The brakes don't always catch and can be scary when trying to slow down. I've barely avoided wrecks several times, and usually that involves steering towards a ditch.