2006 Chevrolet Malibu Maxx: engine failure

Filed Sep 27, 2018 · Steering · PA

Tl* the contact owns a 2006 chevrolet malibu maxx. While the vehicle was stationary and while driving various speeds, the steering wheel seized on numerous occasions. The contact stated that the steering wheel became extremely difficult to turn left or right. Dave hallman chevrolet (1925 state street, erie, pennsylvania 16501, (877) 260-0369) was made aware of the failure. There was no diagnosis performed and the vehicle was not repaired. The manufacturer was not made aware of the failure. The failure mileage was unknown.

Filed Mar 27, 2018 · Steering · 190,000 miles · OH

Tl* the contact owns a 2006 chevrolet malibu maxx. The contact stated while driving 45 MPH, the steering wheel seized as a result the vehicle became difficult to steer. No warning lights illuminated before or during the failure. The dealer vehicle was not taken to a dealer for diagnosis or repairs. The contact referenced the federal safety agency campaign number: 15v064000 (steering) as a possible solution however the VIN was not included in the recall. The manufacturer was notified and informed the contact that the federal safety agency regulated what vehicles was included in the recall and to contact the federal safety agency. The failure mileage was 190,000.

Filed Jun 6, 2017 · Steering · 382,000 miles · VA

Tl* the contact owns a 2006 chevrolet malibu maxx. While attempting to accelerate at various speeds, three chimes sounded, the vehicle seized, pulled to the right, and the power steering warning indicator illuminated. The contact stated that if the failure occurred while in cruise control, it would cancel the cruise control. The vehicle was diagnosed by an independent mechanic. The dealer was contacted at 304‑422‑6501 and confirmed that the vehicle was not included in the recall and that the shaft torque sensor kit needed to be replaced. The VIN was not included in the federal safety agency campaign number: 14v153000 (steering). The vehicle was not repaired. The manufacturer was notified of the failure and refused to provide a case number or email after informing the contact that the VIN was not included in the recall. The failure mileage was 382,000.

Filed Oct 26, 2016 · Steering · 150,000 miles · PA

Tl* the contact owns a 2006 chevrolet malibu maxx. While driving 70 MPH, the steering wheel seized and excessive force was required to move the vehicle. After a couple of minutes, the steering wheel performed normally. The failure recurred multiple times throughout the day. The VIN was not included in the federal safety agency campaign number: 15v064000 (steering). The vehicle was not diagnosed or repaired. The manufacturer was not notified of the failure. The approximate failure mileage was 150,000.

Filed Jul 24, 2015 · Steering · NV

Tl* the contact owns a 2006 chevrolet malibu maxx. While driving between 40-70 MPH, the steering wheel seized and excessive force was required without warning. After a couple of minutes, the steering wheel performed normally. The failure recurred multiple times. The contact received a notice for the federal safety agency campaign number: 14v153000 (steering). The dealer was to replace the torque sensor. The vehicle was repaired under the recall; however, the failure recurred multiple times. The vehicle was taken back to the dealer, but they were unable to locate a failure. The manufacturer was notified of the failure. The failure mileage was unavailable.

Filed Sep 14, 2012 · Steering · 88,000 miles · OH

Tl* the contact owns a 2006 chevrolet malibu maxx. The contact stated that while driving 15 MPH, the steering wheel seized violently, causing the contact's hands to be thrown from the steering wheel. The steering wheel regained normal function as the contact decelerated. The failure recurred numerous times, only lasting momentarily. The vehicle was taken to an independent mechanic for diagnosis where the contact was informed that the failure was caused by faulty electronics in the steering column. The vehicle had not been repaired. The failure and current mileages were 88,000.