2005 Chevrolet Malibu Maxx: engine failure

Filed May 25, 2018 · Steering · 115,000 miles · PA

Tl* the contact owns a 2005 chevrolet malibu maxx. While driving at an unknown speed, the power steering warning indicator illuminated and the steering wheel seized. The contact stated that the vehicle exhibited the same symptoms as indicated in the federal safety agency campaign number: 14v153000 (steering). The vehicle was taken to an independent mechanic, but was not diagnosed or repaired. The dealer was not contacted for diagnostic testing or repairs. The manufacturer stated that the failure was included in an unknown recall that was closed. The failure mileage was approximately 115,000.

Filed Sep 20, 2017 · Steering · 200,000 miles · MI

Tl* the contact owns a 2005 chevrolet malibu maxx. While driving various speeds, the steering wheel seized and pulled to the left. Bill crispin chevrolet in saline, michigan was made aware of the failure. The vehicle was not diagnosed or repaired. The manufacturer was made aware of the issue and referred the contact to the federal safety agency. The failure mileage was approximately 200,000.

Filed May 4, 2017 · Steering · 196,696 miles · MI

Tl* the contact owns a 2005 chevrolet malibu maxx. While reversing out of the driveway, the steering wheel seized and the power steering warning indicator illuminated. The vehicle was taken to an independent mechanic who diagnosed the vehicle and produced failure code: 8-2902753243 (power steering sensor). The remedy repairs were unknown. The local dealer stated that the warranty expired. The manufacturer was made aware of the failure and a case was opened. The failure mileage was 196,696.

Filed Feb 27, 2017 · Steering · 151,259 miles · SD

Tl* the contact owns a 2005 chevrolet malibu maxx. While driving 45 MPH, the steering wheel seized and the power steering warning indicator illuminated. The contact mentioned that the vehicle was previously remedied per the federal safety agency campaign number: 14v153000 (steering). The vehicle was not diagnosed or repaired. The manufacturer was notified of the failure. The failure mileage was 151,259.

Filed Apr 25, 2016 · Steering · 144,000 miles · CA

Tl* the contact owns a 2005 chevrolet malibu maxx. While driving approximately 50 MPH, the power steering seized and the power steering warning indicator illuminated. The failure recurred several times. The vehicle was taken to the dealer where it was not diagnosed or repaired. The VIN was not included in the federal safety agency campaign number: 14v153000 (steering). The manufacturer was notified of the failure. The VIN was unknown. The approximate failure mileage was 144,000.

Filed Apr 18, 2012 · Steering · 83,000 miles · NC

Tl* the contact owns a 2005 chevrolet malibu maxx. The contact stated that the power steering failed and the steering wheel seized while driving at various speeds. The failure recurred intermittently. The vehicle was taken to an authorized dealer, but the contact was unaware of the type of repairs that were necessary. The vehicle was not repaired. The manufacturer was made aware of the failure and offered no assistance. The failure mileage was 83,000.

Filed Oct 17, 2011 · Steering · 173,000 miles · AL

Tl* the contact owns a 2005 chevrolet malibu maxx. The contact was driving 2 MPH in a parking lot when the power steering seized. The vehicle was turned off and then on for a couple seconds before the system reset itself. The steering warning light was illuminated also. The manufacturer was not notified of the failure. The failure mileage was 173,000.