2005 Chevrolet Malibu Maxx: engine knocking or ticking

Filed Sep 15, 2022 · Steering · WY

The contact owns a 2005 Chevrolet Malibu Maxx. The contact stated that while driving at an undisclosed speed, the power steering assist fault message was displayed and the steering wheel became very difficult to turn in either direction. Additionally, there was a ticking sound coming from the steering column while turning the steering wheel. The cause of the failure was not yet determined. The local dealer was notified of the failure and the contact was informed that the VIN was not included in the federal safety agency Campaign Number: 14V153000 (Steering). The contact indicated that the vehicle had experienced the failure listed in the recall. The failure mileage was unknown.

Filed Mar 7, 2011 · Steering · VA

Tl* the contact owns a 2005 chevrolet malibu maxx. The contact stated that the vehicle was exhibiting an unusual knocking and the steering wheel was exhibiting an abnormal grinding. The vehicle was taken to an authorized dealer who stated that the steering shaft and steering gear was defective. The vehicle was repaired yet the failure persisted. The contact received a notice from the manufacturer regarding the steering but they stated that they would not repair the vehicle until a failure occurred. The manufacturer was not notified. The current mileage was approximately 145,000 and the failure mileage was unknown.

Filed Feb 25, 2010 · Brakes, Engine · FL

2005 malibu maxx ls- ticking noise shaft went rod tire electrical problems engine on but nothing is registering car seem to lock up, same brake light goes out, car hesitates,replaced brakes after only 2yr, new tire. I filed a complain with attorney general bill mccollum. I have invoices of how many time my car has gone in to the shop for major problems and ever since it lock up and hesitate I don't feel safe driving it. I did found other consumer with the same complains that I have. They have had to repair tire rods, shaft and most dangerous is the steering column is locking up. I don't feel safe driving long distance or on the highway. Please help me. I wrote to gmac vp timothy lee with out no respond. Mr. Lee passed my complaint to a customer service rep that repeats himself and wont let you speak. Please if you want contact attorney office they have my complaint on file. I don't want to hurt myself or someone else should my car lock up.

Filed Dec 1, 2008 · Steering · 33,000 miles · MI

Clunk, knock or rattle noise from front of vehicle while driving or turning over bumps at low speeds. Dealer fixed clunk. The clunk came back. Dealer did not mention what parts were replaced or fixed.

Filed Dec 2, 2006 · Steering · 21,000 miles · MS

We bought our malibu maxx in feb. Of 2005. Started have in problems with the steering, in oct 05. There was a knocking-clunking sound when turning the steering wheel. We took the car in to the dealership in dec. Of 05. We where told there was no fix for it at that time but one would be available the first quarter of the year. At the time we had 21,000 miles on the car. Finally in the 3rd quarter of the year they had a "fix". The intermediate steer shaft was replaced. The "fix" lasted only 3,000 miles before they had to replace it again. This "fix" again only lasted 3,000 miles. We have asked gm to replace the car and have been told we have too many miles on the car. 41,000 miles. We feel since the car can not be fixed and that we waited as asked by gm, that gm should replace the car or give us the value of the car when we first started having the problem.

Filed Oct 12, 2006 · Steering · 36,500 miles · TN

Steering lock and knocks when turning the car. Vehicle has 44000 miles on it. Started about the time the warranty ran out.

Filed Jun 15, 2006 · Steering · 32,000 miles · KY

Dt*: the contact stated while driving at various speeds a popping or knocking noise was heard from under the front of the vehicle. It was driven to the dealer who determined the rack and pinion needed to be replaced. Updated 07/03/06.