The contact owns a 2009 Chevrolet HHR. The contact stated while driving approximately 40 MPH at night, the low-beam headlights became inoperable. There were no warning lights illuminated. The contact took the vehicle to the local mechanic which replaced the headlight bulbs; however, the failure recurred several times. The manufacturer was not notified of the failure. The approximate failure mileage was 172,087
2009 Chevrolet HHR lights problems
16 complaints (3% of all complaints for this car). Typical mileage when it fails: 50,000.
- owner complaints
- 16
- of this car's complaints
- 3%
- typical mileage
- 50,000
- crashes
- 0
- recalls
- 0
Which part fails
- Turn signal1
- Headlights: bulbs1
- Brake lights1
At what mileage
Complaints by mileage at the time of the problem.
Chevrolet HHR lights problems in other years
Specific symptoms reported on the 2009 Chevrolet HHR lights
Phrases found in the owners' own descriptions, so one complaint can mention several symptoms.
Related recalls
No recalls on record for this model year.
What 2009 Chevrolet HHR owners say
Most recent owner complaints, unedited.
Brake lights remain to be on as pedal is not pressed and ESC, traction control do not work also this is a hazard to the point where I have had road rage against me because of the brake lights not turning off issue needs to be resolved through gm as a recall on these vehicles this is not the only 2009 chevy hhr that has had this problem
One night after work I got into my car and had no headlights after having bulb changed three times!!! This car has cost me more money then any car I have ever owned and there's not even 100000 miles on it the whole car should be recalled
Tl* the contact owns a 2009 chevrolet hhr. While driving 35 MPH, the driver side headlight failed. The vehicle was taken to a dealer where it was diagnosed that the driver side headlight wiring harness and bulb needed to be replaced. The vehicle was repaired, but the failure recurred. The manufacturer was not made aware of the failure. The failure mileage was 60,000. Updated 05/18/16
Tl* the contact owns a 2009 chevrolet hhr. While driving at 50 MPH, the cruise control failed to activate and the brake lights remained illuminated. The electronic stability control indicator illuminated prior to the failures. The vehicle was not repaired. The manufacturer was notified of the issue. The VIN and failure mileage were unknown. Ma 08/11/15 the consumer stated the vehicle was repaired but, the failure recurred 14 days later. The consumer was advised of a may 2014 recall that included the same malfunctions. The consumer wanted to be reimbursed for all associated attempted repairs for the brake lights. Updated 05/10/2017*js updated 11/01/2017
Instrument panel light flicker constantly, does this in park and during driving, noticed lately that the head lights are also dimming at start up.
Took my car n for the engine recall five days later I notice my head light on the left side is out. On the 18th im informed by other drivers that my brake light on the left side is out. Plus one of my turn signal light is out. Basically the lights on the left side of my car are out. Also the steering will shake while slowing down and slowing in order to stop the vehicle.
The front end of my vehicle is ticking. It sounds like the timing chain....I purchased the car from [xxx] my powertrain warranty expired 7/27/14 [xxx] is charging me 135.00 an hour for the diagnosis this is not fair. May iplease receive some arbitration and not pay this charge second subject: [xxx] charged me $200.00 for replacing my steering column. They refused to refund me. Since this a recalled item I should had never been charged please refund me my money. Information redacted pursuant to the freedom of information act (foia), 5 u.s.c. 552(b)(6).
Headlights will go out suddenly while driving down the highway. Have replaced the headlights numerous times! This could cause a crash! Something needs to be done!
Headlamps on my 2009 chevrolet hhr burn out prematurely, very rapidly. I am now replacing the third headlamp for both the driver and passenger side. I average roughly 10,000-12,000 before I need to replace bulbs. My driver side lamp was out, and tonight while driving the passenger side lamp went out. Headlamp bulbs, especially because of how costly they are, should not be burning out every 10-12,000 miles.
Questions about the 2009 Chevrolet HHR lights
Does the 2009 Chevrolet HHR have lights problems?
Owners have filed 16 complaints about the lights of the 2009 Chevrolet HHR, 3% of all its complaints.
At what mileage do 2009 Chevrolet HHR lights problems start?
The typical (median) mileage in owner complaints is 50,000 miles.
Was there a recall on the 2009 Chevrolet HHR lights?
There is no recall for this problem on this model year.
What year does the Chevrolet HHR have the most lights problems?
The Chevrolet HHR model years with the most lights complaints are 2006 (16 complaints), 2009 (16 complaints) and 2008 (12 complaints).
Other 2009 Chevrolet HHR problems
Electrical 151Steering 127Airbags 104Fuel system 84Brakes 30Driver assistance 25Engine 25Body 21Transmission 16Seat belts 11Visibility 11Acceleration 10Suspension 8Locks 6Seats 5Tires 4Wheels 3
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