Loose/clunky steering. The clunky sound and feel can be heard/felt whenever the steering wheel is moved. There is also some space between when the steering wheel is turned and when the wheels actually turn. Feels unsafe to me. I'm very easy on the turns, it scares me that something is going to break when I turn. Don't know if that's the case I'm not a mechanic, but it feels and sounds awful. It started months after I bought the care. I purchased it april 2006, basically a new car, but after a few months the problem started. I took it to the dealership they fixed it, but it started up again after a few months. I took it in again to the dealership they said they were installing a new improved steering gear or something like that. It lasted a little longer this time, but the problem started again. This should be a recall repair. The warranty is over so I'm not taking it in again. It isn't worth the expense - a temporary fix is not the solution. This will probably be my last chevy. It's disappointing. My cars have always been at least 6 years old when purchased. This was my newest car purchased. It was exciting, but then ended up being so disappointing. My next newer car purchase will be nissan. I miss my old nissan.
2005 Chevrolet Malibu Maxx steering complaints
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Tl*the contact owns a 2005 chevrolet malibu maxx. The contact stated that while driving at approximately 25 MPH and turning a corner, the power steering malfunctioned. The contact turned the vehicle off and restarted it and the vehicle functioned normally; however the failure occurred again. The vehicle was taken to an authorized dealership where the contact was informed that the assist motor for the rack and pinion needed to be replaced at her expense. The contact called the manufacturer and filed a complaint but they did not offer any assistance.. The failure mileage was approximately 95,500. The current mileage was 95,536.
No crash, no injury, just worried it`s going to happen when it comes to the steering.
2005 malibu maxx power steering reading came up 2x on radio. Took to be checked and cost to $700 to replace the unit. Vehicle only has 53,000 miles. This unit should not be going out this soon!
I own a 2005 malibu maxx ls. I was attempting to leave work and put my car in reverse. A message popped up that said power steering. My steering wheel would not move in either direction. I was stranded at work, forty miles from home. Later that evening I went attempt to retrieve my car and it was fine. No message, no issue. I have had this message pop up briefly before, but disappears after a block or two. I took it to a shop and they informed me that it is most likely a loose wire. The problem is, no codes are found and I would be spending money to attempt a repair without really knowing what the problem is. I am a single mom. I do not have money lying around to hopefully fix a problem they are not sure of. I don't understand why this issue has been resolved by gm.
My power steering randomly goes out on my car. I have to pull over and restart my car to reset the power steering. Sometimes it last 10 minutes, sometimes it lasts 1 month. Why don't they recall this part with all the problems owners are having with power steering on this make and model?
My 2005 malibu maxx I just had to get the intermediate shaft fixed again. After about every 10,000 to 15,000 miles we have to do this. And also my power steering keeps going out and when the car is shut off it resets itself but can't steer the vehicle when it happens. This has happened at least 5 times now.
I own a 2005 chevy malibu maxx. When I was driving it to work the power steering message came on the dashboard. Shortly after that my steering wheel locked up so I couldn't freely move it like I wanted to. Mind you I was on the expressway so when it locked up I was terrified. I was told that it will reset itself but the message still comes on. Sometime my wheel locks up and sometime its too loose. Please consider about recalling this vehicle because I was fortunate with my life, maybe next time I wont have the same luxury. I know there's many other people with this problem and this vehicle should be recalled.
My electric power steering goes in and out while driving.
I was driving on the highway at speeds between 60 and 65mph when my power steering stopped working. There was an alert reading "power steering" but no service engine lights came on. I steered the car off the highway with much effort and turned it off. I looked at my owner's manual and decided that I would try to turn the car on again and see what would happen. The steering was restored and the problem did not return on my drive home. For the time that the power steering was not working it was extremely difficult to steer and I was worried about being able to control it. I had my three year old daughter in the back and I am now worried about that happening again.
Lost of power steering, varies speeds. No control of car.
Tl*the contact owns a 2005 chevrolet malibu maxx. The contact stated that while driving approximately 65 MPH, the power steering light illuminated and the steering wheel locked. He had to use extreme force to turn the wheel. He turned the vehicle off and restarted the vehicle to remedy the failure. The failure occurred eight times. The vehicle was taken to an authorized dealer but the dealer stated that they could not duplicate the problem. The vehicle was not repaired when the complaint was filed. The first failure mileage was approximately 20,000. The current mileage was approximately 95,000. Updated 5/24/10 *cn updated 06/18/10.
Had to have the intermediate steering shaft replaced on my 2005 malibu at 9,923 miles and 23 months. Luckily the 3 years or 36,000 covered that. Had to have that shaft replaced 10,658 miles, and 34 months later. "out of warranty" had to pay even thought the part was "younger" than the warranty when it was new. It being put in new at 9,923 miles was not a factor. Looks like new shaft - no pun intended - every 10,000 miles as long as I own the car.
Power steering failure on my 2005 malibu maxx.
My 2005 malibu maxx's power steering has continued to worsen lately. I has been coming and going, and at times it has been rather hard to steer at lower speeds for my wife. It has also rattled ridiculously when braking. This is not related to the braking system, but is in the steering section of the car.
I have posted on this site 2 times now with both about the "power steering" or lack there of. I have been battling this for 70,000 miles! I can tell you all that it will only get worse to the point of you will go days without power steering. It will go out everytime you start the car when the temperature outside is above 60 degrees and works best when it is below freezing. It will go out when your just driving down the street straight ahead or when your turning, it becomes a constant worry while driving. To say this is a safety issue is an understatement. The report I read say there have been only 14 accidents and 1 death caused by this problem, I find that hard to believe. I cannot believe that it has taken them this long to issue the recall. And it's only the cobalt? I took my car in for the problem originally in 2008 and was told there was nothing that could be done to fix it. I could go on and on but will bite my tongue now. Gm, you need to own up to this and take care of the people that pay your salaries.
What are you going to make gm do concerning 2005 malibu maxx steering system. Power assist pumps failing, steering shafts, etc. Mine started the clunking noise and getting progressively worse and of course it's out of warranty, which is what gm desires.
I have a 2005 chevrolet malibu maxx. A few years ago there was a recall on this car with steering problems. I believe the fix did not improve the problem as it still exist as of today.
While driving down the street my daughters 2005 chevy malibu's power steering stopped and she crashed into a snow bank. After leaving the car off for 10 minutes the car reset itself. I have looked on many web sites and I have seen numerous people complain about this issue and I was wondering why the malibu has not been included in the recent recall of cobalts and others for the steering issue. I have taken the car to the dealer a few times but they say there is nothing that they can do. This is a severe safety issue one that could lead to death and I believe that the malibu's should be recalled or at least some kind of study done on the internet such as I have done. I didn't even know that this web site existed until today.
This has happened about 5 times so far. The power steering on my malibu maxx goes out without warning. The warning bell sounds and on my display it says 'power steering'. The steering gets extremely difficult when this occurs. It usually happens in the middle of a turn. I have to stop, turn the car off and restart it. I know gm did a recall this morning on other cars but the maxx was not included and it should be. I consider this a dangerous malfunction because the steering is so difficult when the power steering shuts off.
2005 malibu maxx power steering shuts off in the middle of turns. It will reset after I stop the car, turn it off and restart the engine. This is an intermittent problem, a dangerous one at that.
I am an owner of 2005 chevrolet malibu maxx ls vehicle. Few days ago, it suddenly lost electronic power steering! Yes, this car uses electronic power steering rather than fluid power steering. It really scares me because I could not move my steering wheel at that time. I tried my best on the way to turn right into the safe ground and off the road immediately. You cannot imagine how much strength I used to change the direction on it. It must be a serious problem on this car! If I was driving on highway, there might be an accident already. After all, this car has fatal problem with its power steering wheel. Please kindly check this message and reply not only me, but also owners of malibu.
After leaving the post office, my power steering light came on as my power steering stopped functioning. I drove for about 2 blocks before I pulled over. I turned the car off, restarted it, and the light went off and my power steering returned.
Cars power steering light will come on with failed power steering. The first time this occurred was about 3 months ago while making a turn. Had the car towed home and when I went to move car further into my driveway problem no longer existed. Problem has occurred 1 other time while driving in rush hour traffic, but after stopping vehicle and turning off engine then restarting power steering was working again.
On a periodic basis, the power steering light will come on when the car is slowing to a stop. Thereafter, the power steering fails. Power steering can be restored by turning off power to the car and then restarting. There is no identifiable consistency to when this problem occurs.
2005 malibu maxx have a "power steering motor (electrical)" versus a power steering pump. The vehicle losses power steering due to electrical issues (3500 RPM see tbs 08-02-32-005) my vehicle had this happen dealership said it was due to time/mileage failure of steering column sensor.....I had to pay $1200.00 for new column and motor for what I believe is a safety and design flaw.
Had to replace right side control arm, I.e. Ball joint. Other ball joint appears to be in need of replacement.
Power assisted steering failed. Steering became hard so I pulled off the interstate at the nearest exit, stopped vehicle and turned it off. After the vehicle sat for a while I restarted it and it worked fine.
The 2005 chevy malibu maxx is well known for having power steering problems. The power steering goes out when you accelerate quickly. It also has an audible chime when this occurs. This is a serious safety issue that gm is well aware of and should be a recall warranty item. The power steering also goes out occasionally when moving slowly. This vehicle has numerous issues, including steering, rotors and struts (steering gear). I have already had to have the struts and rotors replaced at my own expense. It seems unfair and unconscionable to sell a product line with such a serious defect and then expect the customer to pay for the repair. When a few deaths occur perhaps gm will step up the plate and put our bailout money to good use ' buy fixing the defective vehicles they have sold to their loyal customers. I am reporting a recent date, but this power steering failure occurs quite often.
Power steering gave out.
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