2009 Chevrolet HHR: engine stalls while driving

Filed Jan 12, 2021 · Airbags, Steering · 141,000 miles · UT

Tl* the contact owns a 2009 chevrolet hhr. The contact stated that while driving at various speeds, the air bag message displayed on the instrument panel before the power steering malfunctioned causing the steering wheel to become very difficult to turn in either direction. The vehicle then started to stall. After turning off and restarting the vehicle, the vehicle operated normally. The failure occurred on several occasions. The cause of the failure was not yet determined. The local dealer wade chevrolet located at 1670 hilton dr, st. George, ut 84770 was notified of the failure. The manufacturer was not contacted. The failure mileage was 141,000.

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 Mar 17, 2016 · Airbags, Electrical · 54,285 miles · VA · crash · 1 injury

Tl* the contact owned a 2009 chevrolet hhr. The contact stated that while driving at 45 MPH, the vehicle stalled and the steering wheel seized without warning. As a result, the contact crashed into a tree. The contact stated that the air bags failed to deploy. A police report was filed. The contact sustained injuries to the head, a fractured arm, and a fractured femur that required medical attention. The contact also stated that on several occasions, the vehicle failed to start. The contact stated that the reverse gear failed to engage when the shift selector was placed into the reverse position. The vehicle was towed to an independent mechanic. The vehicle was destroyed. The manufacturer was notified of the failure. The failure mileage was 54,285.

Filed Oct 21, 2015 · Electrical · 120,000 miles · TX

Car would not crank, replaced battery,had alternator and starter tested all good. Had to have vehicle towed to vehicle repair shop. Now the part that is needed is not available new so now my mechanic has went through three parts that have not worked. It has to do with the fuse box. Why hasn't this vehicle not been recalled if chevrolet no longer makes this part? I see a lot of hhrs on the road and sooner or later these cars will have the same problem. This same vehicle had stalled on me before and the chevrolet dealership could not find the problem .I still owe for a vehicle that cannot be fixed. Somebody please help get this car recalled.

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 Oct 31, 2014 · Electrical · IA

Tl* the contact owns a 2009 chevrolet hhr. The contact stated that the vehicle stalled several times intermittently. The vehicle was taken to an authorized dealer. The technician replaced the ignition switch. However, the failure recurred intermittently. In addition, the contact indicated that the air bag sensor illuminated. The contact was not included in recall the federal safety agency campaign number: 14v047000 (air bags, electrical system). The air bag failure was not diagnosed and the vehicle was not repaired. The approximate failure mileage was not available. Updated 12/09/14*lj updated 5/11/2015

Filed Jun 3, 2014 · Brakes, Electrical · 31,000 miles · IL

Tl* the contact owns a 2009 chevrolet hhr. The contact stated that while traveling 50 MPH, the wheel wobbled. The contact also mentioned that the wipers failed to function and the vehicle stalled. The vehicle was taken to the dealer who stated that the ignition lock and rotors needed to be replaced. The manufacturer was made aware of the failure. The failure mileage was 31,000 and the current mileage was 90,000.

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 Apr 1, 2014 · Airbags, Electrical · 107,750 miles · NC · crash · 2 injuries

Taken the car to dealer multiple times, for power steering failure as well as the car stalling.. Was told there was nothing that could be done about the car... Was side swiped on road on 03/14/2014... Car barely tapped us and we lost control of the car due to power steering issue... Ran into the guardrail.. Car was totaled while the other car (a 2005 toyota prius) drove home... Driver had head injuries while passenger had contusions to his right hand from airbags. This car is a death trap waiting to happen..

Filed Feb 26, 2014 · Electrical · 40,000 miles · MI

Tl* the contact owns a 2009 chevrolet hhr. The contact stated that the engine stalled numerous times while driving at various speeds. The vehicle was taken to the mechanic, who performed a diagnostic and located the failure at the ignition switch. The ignition switch was replaced. The manufacturer advised the contact that the vehicle was not included in the federal safety agency campaign number 14v047000 (electrical system). The VIN was not available. The approximate failure mileage was 40,000 and the approximate current mileage was 50,000.

Filed Dec 7, 2013 · Driver assistance, Electrical · 82,000 miles · CT

When I parked my car in the driveway my keys got stuck in the ignition and I couldn't turn my car off.I had to get it towed to a dealers who replaced the ignition. The next day my security light went on so I took it back to the dealers they we're very busy so they checked to see if my keys were programmed then the light went off so we thought it was ok. I left the dealers and within 200ft my hhr stalled and doors locked with me inside the vehicle. I called them back with my cellphone from inside the car then the doors suddenly unlocked and I was able to drive back to the dealers.they gave me a car to use. I left my hhr there so they could hook it up to the computer to see what was wrong. Alot of codes came up they said but they cleared them and said they reprogrammed my keys. The only code left was a icp code but they said I didn't need a icp panel so I took my car back. When I came out of work at 1am I unlocked my car and started my hhr up. It stalled immeditatly.with the keys stuck in the start position I tried it again after about 10 min and it started up and I drove home. I called the dealer again and they said bring it monday again but they cant lend me a car until its fixed or promise that they can fix it. I tried to start it now and I can but I really am afraid to drive it but I have too to bring it back to the dealers. Very scary and bothersome thing. I increased my insurance and will be only taking sideroads until someone figures this out.