2010 Chevrolet HHR: engine stalls while driving

Filed May 26, 2020 · Driver assistance, Electrical · WI

Our chevy hhr 2010 has been dying and stalling out on us while we are driving it, the only time it had power going to it was when it was being jumped. Even then soon as the cables were unhooked it would jerk then die right away. It seemed as if most of the lights inside and outsided of the truck only would flash while jumping it, then nothing. It was also very difficult to turn the steering wheel, and everything basically seems like it's malfunctioning. This has been on and off for a few weeks now but I don't know how to fix it, nor can I even start it at this point,but I definitely don't feel safe driving it the way it is right now being that it powers completely off whenever it wants to. It was in motion a few times on city streets, and in motion turning when it died for this last time. Its now parked on a street unable to drive it.

Filed Dec 15, 2015 · Electrical, Engine · 65,000 miles · CA

Tl* the contact owns a 2010 chevrolet hhr. While at a stop sign, the vehicle shook violently and stalled. The lights on the instrument panel illuminated. The failure recurred three times. The vehicle was taken to the dealer where it was diagnosed, but the technician could not find a failure. The vehicle was not repaired; however, the failure recurred. The manufacturer was notified of the failure. The approximate failure mileage was 65,000.

Filed Dec 15, 2014 · Steering · AR

2010 chevrolet hhr. The engine died while driving. *mw the dealer informed the consumer, the steering column and steering box needed to be replaced.

Filed Nov 18, 2014 · Engine, Transmission · 65,250 miles · TX

While driving over independence pass in colorado at 14,000 feet, about a half mile from the top on a windy, two lane road with lots of cars traveling in both directions the car began to stall and stumble. We had to pull over the best we could not to block traffic (this is a two lane no shoulder, no guardrail, mountain highway with many switchbacks) we were headed uphill and with no power had to roll slowly back to the switchback to turn around. The car would start and stumble just enough to maneuver it around going down hill. It was 5pm on a friday evening miles from any retail store and out of cell phone range so we were pretty desperate. We coasted down the mountain road, starting the stumbling and sputtering engine when our speed became to much or we approached a switchback so that the power brakes could be used to slow us down. This went on for 20-30 minutes until we were off the hazardous part of the mountain pass and then when we attempted to start the car it remained running. We will never attempt to get into a hazardous situation with this car ever again. This could have resulted in serious damage or death. We could have been stranded on this mountain pass for the evening. This was the second time in a 2-3 day period this stalling occurred. Other cars passed us by without issue and in fact I have taken many cars over independence pass in the past with no issues. I spoke to my dealer and they indicated they were not aware of any issues, and it must have been the gas. This gas in the first stall two days prior was not local gas, this gas on the stall on the mountain pass was local gas. In no way I believe it was poor gas related. I believe there is a serious issue with the programming of the engine control that could have cost us dearly.

Filed Oct 29, 2014 · Body · FL

Driver's side door handle just brakes off. I feel this is a safety issue as you can become trapped in your car. The only way to open the door when this happened is to roll down window and put your arm out to open from the outside or have someone else open for you. For instance, if you were in an accident, car caught on fire, stalled on railroad tracks, or carjacked you are a prisoner in the car. The door handles are made of plastic and is a very expensive repair., mine was $200. If it had not been a safety concern, I would not have repaired it. If you research the internet it is very common problem. Please research.

Filed Oct 1, 2014 · Transmission · 55,999 miles · WI · crash

Tl* the contact owns a 2010 chevrolet hhr. While driving approximately 20 MPH, the vehicle decelerated without warning and stalled. As a result, another vehicle crashed into the side of the contact's vehicle. A police report was filed and no injuries were reported. The vehicle was not diagnosed or repaired. The manufacturer was not notified. The approximate failure mileage was 55,999.

Filed Sep 18, 2014 · Electrical, Engine · 71,000 miles · MO

Tl* the contact owns a 2010 chevrolet hhr. The vehicle stalled while stopped at an intersection. The contact received a recall notification for the federal safety agency campaign number: 14v171000 (electrical system). The dealer was unable to duplicate the failure. The vehicle was not repaired. The manufacturer was made aware of the failure. The failure mileage was 71,000.

Filed Jul 22, 2014 · Electrical · IN

Tl* the contact owns a 2010 chevrolet hhr. The contact stated that she received the federal safety agency campaign number: 14e021000 (ignition switch). The contact stated that after the vehicle was serviced for the recall, the vehicle engine stalled when stopping for traffic lights. The contact also mentioned that all of the warning lights, including the "disabled air bag" warning light, illuminated prior to the engine stalling. The vehicle was able to restart. The failure recurred on multiple occasions. The vehicle was taken to the dealer where the failure was undetermined. In addition, the vehicle was taken to an independent mechanic where they diagnosed that the security feature chip needed to be replaced which was the cause of all the security lights illuminating. The vehicle was not repaired. The manufacturer was notified of the failure. The approximate failure mileage was unavailable.

Filed Jul 9, 2014 · Electrical, Steering · 54,337 miles · NE

I was backing up out of a parking stall the power steering suddenly stopped working , that is on recall along with the ignition switch we called may 20 2014 no parts for the ignition switch still no parts for that now another recall this time electrical power steering ..... Sunday july6 2014 at 11:30 am power steering suddenly went out call gm road side assistance got a tow to h&h chevy omaha ne . Then first thing monday morning went in and got a loaner car. The service guy stated that gm doesn't no how to fix the power steering problem nor do they have anyone to fix it and no part to fix it with so it could be a month or longer we have to drive a chevy cruze which for someone with a very bad back and arthritis in knees and back bad car not comfortable. I think gm needs to just scrap all these cars and buy them back from the ppl and pay off there loans. I am looking into buying a different brand of car. One the corporation will communicate better then gm is now the company of we wont say a word til you get hurt. Dealerships telling owners to just drive your cars but becareful til they do get the part in.

Filed Jun 4, 2014 · Airbags, Engine · 29,000 miles · TX · crash · 1 injury

Tl* the contact owns a 2010 chevrolet hhr. The contact stated that the vehicle stalled and caused the contact to crash. The air bags did not deploy. The approximate speed at the time of failure was 40 MPH. The contact was injured and required medical attention. The vehicle was taken to a dealer for diagnostic testing. The dealer stated they were not at fault, and no solution was offered. The approximate failure mileage was 29,000.

Filed May 16, 2014 · Transmission · 106,774 miles · TN

Tl* the contact owns a 2010 chevrolet hhr. The contact stated that while driving approximately 25 MPH, the vehicle suddenly failed to accelerate and stalled. The vehicle was taken to the dealer, who diagnosed that the transmission fluid was leaking due to a fractured transmission coolant hose. The vehicle was not repaired. The manufacturer was notified of the failure. The failure mileage was 106,774.

Filed Mar 27, 2014 · Airbags, Steering · 68,000 miles · MI

I own a 2010 chevrolet hhr. While driving approximately 75 MPH in the fast lane on I-75n. The power steering sensor light had illuminated and the power steering suddenly malfunctioned making the steering wheel stiff and almost impossible to move. I was somehow able to safely across 3 lanes to off ramp, luckily immediately to the right was able to glide into a parking lot. Parked the vehicle and turned ignition off, checked all fluids under hood, read manual and advised to take keys out and restart. So I restarted the engine and the vehicle operated as normal, the warning signal was gone and wheel was moving. I reported this to gm immediately and have taken vehicle to dealership, where they do not seem to be acting as if this is urgent. They have stalled 2 days now without diagnosing, they will not provide me with a loaner vehicle and therefore I have no choice then to continue to drive the vehicle, knowing the severe threat it has to myself and others on the road. This car is a death trap. I have had numerous issues with this vehicle. I take it in for an issue atleast every other month. Also since steering issue have had the "air bag service" light has come on several times. Will have dealership check this malfunction out too. I think this means if my steering goes out and I crash, then I will not have an airbag to save me.. I call this car "christine"!! I am very upset that gm and the dealership do not handle this malfunction more seriously. Death trap!