2009 Chevrolet HHR: check engine light

Filed Oct 31, 2024 · Fuel system · 136,440 miles · FL

The contact owns a 2009 Chevrolet HHR. The contact stated that there was a fuel leak near the driver's side rear door. The contact stated that the TPMS, ESC, and check engine warning lights were illuminated. The contact researched online and determined that the failure was related to the federal safety agency Action Number: PE20011 (FUEL SYSTEM, OTHER, FUEL/PROPULSION SYSTEM, FUEL SYSTEM, GASOLINE). The contact called the local dealer and was informed there were no recalls on the VIN. The vehicle was not diagnosed or repaired. The manufacturer was not contacted. The failure mileage was approximately 136,440.

Filed Jul 1, 2021 · Electrical · TX

I was driving about 30 miles an hour in town when the check engine light started to Flash then immediately following all the dashlight started to Flash and then not a second later the car shut off the steering will locked the brakes locked up And all the doors were locked So at 30 miles an hour the brakes locked up the steering wheel locked so I couldn't turn the wheel and the car shut off There were no injuries thank God

Filed Sep 6, 2018 · Acceleration, Airbags · 191,000 miles · TX

Tl* the contact owns a 2009 chevrolet hhr. While driving 60 MPH with the cruise control activated, the contact depressed the accelerator pedal, but the vehicle failed to accelerate and remained in first gear. In addition, the air bag, traction control, and check engine indicators illuminated. The vehicle was serviced per manufacturer recall number: 08016. The vehicle was taken to an unknown dealer where it was diagnosed that there was an air bag failure. The vehicle was repaired, but the contact stated that the vehicle experienced the same symptoms. The manufacturer was not notified of the failure. The failure mileage was approximately 191,000.

Filed Jun 18, 2018 · Steering · 12,278 miles · IL

Tl* the contact owns a 2009 chevrolet hhr. While driving 35 MPH, the power steering assist failed to operate. The contact stated that the check engine indicator illuminated; but not the eps indicator. The vehicle was taken to jennings beardstown chevrolet, buick, gmc (61 plaza dr., beardstown, il 62618, (217) 323-2322), but was not diagnosed or repaired. The manufacturer was not made aware of the failure. The failure mileage was 12,278.

Filed Jun 15, 2018 · Driver assistance · 70,000 miles · TX

Car when stopping began to run rough. After engine light came on. Went off day later. Had oil changed then the ABS track light and brake light came on. Messages: service tracking and ESC. Had diagnosed . No one so far has been able to figure out problem. Code co550 was read but no specific problem code shows up. There is no end to expense to correctly diagnose problem. Gm has on line similar problems with malibu and equinox. But not 2009 hhr. They should be able to assist fixing this problem. If car no fixed will not pass inspection. It could cost upwards of 800 dollars before it can be figured out. Gm shoud know the problem cause and help out. This car was made in mexico. Could this be the problem?

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 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 Dec 17, 2014 · Electrical, Steering · 19,000 miles · WA

Tl* the contact owns a 2009 chevrolet hhr. The contact stated that while driving 35 MPH, there was an abnormal noise coming from the bottom part of the steering column as the steering wheel seized. In addition, the contact stated that the ignition became fractured while in the on position as the ESC and the check engine warning lights illuminated. The vehicle was taken to the dealer where it was diagnosed that the ignition and the power steering motor needed to be replaced. The vehicle was repaired but the failure recurred on numerous occasions. The contact was included in the federal safety agency campaign number: 14v153000 (steering). The manufacturer was notified of the failure. The failure mileage was 19,000.

Filed Apr 2, 2014 · Electrical · 147,000 miles · GA

Tl* the contact owns a 2009 chevrolet hhr. The contact stated that while driving approximately 35 MPH, the vehicle stalled with the illumination of the check engine warning light. The vehicle was not able to be restarted and was towed to the contact's residence. The vehicle was not taken to a dealer for inspection or repairs. The manufacturer was not notified of the problem. The approximate failure mileage was 147,000.

Filed Jun 23, 2013 · Driver assistance, Steering · 22,200 miles · WA

Called the chevy dealer, told me that it was friday and to call first thing monday morning. As I continued on freeway I realized that the ride was rougher, something was very wrong. To steer was harder, trip odometer both were not working, cruise control would not engage,speedometer was not working,transmission not shifting easily,pulled into chevy dealer, found the service manager. Asked him to check the car, hours on sign stated that someone would available until 5:30. It was currently 4:50 pm. He assured me that is was safe to drive care: pulled out of dealership, transmission would not shift at all. Engine light came on turned around, went back. He was just leaving to go home it was 5:10 at this time. When he saw me he got out of his car, came over, I told him the increased changes and why I turned around:I had my 80 year old aunt with me I live 14 miles outside of town it was friday afternoon I did not want to make matters worse by driving this car say an accident or doing more damage to the repairs needed. He put it on the analysis scope he said he had mixed messages. One was it said power steering but with the wrong code. After that there was nothing that showed up. He again assured me that we would be fine! I pulled out of the dealership, drove 2 miles, then was coasting! Had no transmission. Pulled over to side of road, turned off the engine sat for a few minutes, restarted continued down the highway with my flashers on. It would not shift higher than second gear.we limped to a friends house parked the car, they gave us a ride home. What would have happened if I had continued down that road. Please help.