2006 Chevrolet Malibu Maxx: sudden loss of power

Filed Apr 15, 2022 · Steering · 206,203 miles · AL

The contact owns a 2006 Chevrolet Malibu Maxx. The contact stated that while her husband was driving at an undisclosed speed, the vehicle experienced a loss of power steering assist. The vehicle was not diagnosed nor repaired by an independent mechanic or dealer. The manufacturer was not made aware of the failure. The failure mileage was 206,203.

Filed Dec 3, 2021 · Steering · 140,000 miles · NY

The contact owns a 2006 Chevrolet Malibu Maxx. The contact stated that while pulling into a parking space, the vehicle inadvertently lost power steering functionality. The power steering warning light illuminated. The contact turned off and restarted the vehicle; however, the steering wheel remained difficult to steer. The contact was able to drive the vehicle to his residence with manual steering. The dealer and the manufacturer were not notified of the failure. The vehicle was not diagnosed or repaired. The approximate failure mileage was 140,000. Consumer stated "Failed component/part Information", it is incorrect to identify the failure in the hydraulic power assist/power steering fluid. The power steering on my car is electrical assist.

Filed Apr 12, 2018 · Driver assistance, Steering · 150,000 miles · IN

Lost power steering on acceleration onto highway several times over the last 2 weeks. Could not steer untill it reset at speeds of 50+ MPH

Filed Apr 2, 2018 · Steering · 117,000 miles · MD

Power steering loss: when starting the car and attempting to drive, the power steering light intermittently displays on the dashboard and power steering is no longer active. If the driver stops the vehicle and turns the engine off, the power steering may be reactivated by restarting. This vehicle had a recall issue serviced at a gm dealer for a torque sensor on 10/8/2014. 3-1/2 years / 30,000 miles later, the vehicle was just diagnosed with the same issue (torque sensor) at around $800. The dealer and gm is refusing to provide any financial assistance with this current repair. It is very frustrating that a safety issue such as this, which appears to be a common issue for this model year, is not backed by the manufacturer. The loss of power steering, requiring extensive effort to turn, can potentially cause personal injury or death to this vehicle's occupants as well as others. If a repair for a safety recall only lasts 30,000 miles before resurfacing, I would call this a temporary band-aid, not a "repair".

Filed Dec 11, 2017 · Steering · 111,000 miles · PA

Intermittent loss of power steering while driving resulting in a requirement to drive with only manual steering which requires greater force and lowers the ability to react quickly to traffic patters dramatically. This happens both while the vehicle is in motion and stopped. Turning the power on and off results in temporarily restoring power steering. Worth noting, gm said the recall was closed for this vehicle and the repair was already performed, but failed to bring resolution to the problem, even though it is their sensor that is now not functioning again. Presumably vehicle was fixed with another faulty part from gm or was never actually fixed to begin with. This problem creates a huge safety concern for both the driver and other drivers on the road.

Filed Dec 12, 2016 · Driver assistance, Steering · 210,000 miles · SC

Power steering was fixed 2 years ago due to recall. Now the car is doing the same thing, but worse now. Losing power steering multiple times throughout driving (one trip). Gm refuses to fix it again. I think it's unfair for them not to fix what is their fault. I constantly have to pull over & cut the car off & crank it back up, only for it to keep doing the same thing. It happens every 4 miles. This is ridiculous!!!!

Filed Sep 10, 2016 · Steering · 155,000 miles · NC

Sudden loss of power steering: car started chiming with a power steering on the radio display while in motion proceeding through a stop light, with difficulty in steering.

Filed Nov 24, 2015 · Steering · FL

2006 chevrolet malibu maxx. Consumer writes in regards to dissatisfaction on how recall #14116 has been handled. *smd the consumer stated upon completion of the recall, she continued to experience a sudden loss of power steering assist.

Filed Jul 29, 2015 · Steering · 75,500 miles · CA

I have waited 3 years for a recall for my steering problem which started 08-2012 with 75,000 miles. On 03/13/15 I took my car in for recall #14116 with 95,000 miles. The fix failed completely. On 07/07/15 with 98,800 miles I returned to the chev dealer for a diagnostic. Which cost me $108.00. Received a call from dealer, after road test and diagnostic, could not find a problem. Next day I took the mechanic for a test drive and he saw the problem. Alert chimes, power steering displayed on the dic and loss of power steering. After talking with chevrolet tech support there best guess was a failing power steering control module. And wanted $650.00 plus the $108.00 I paid for the diagnostic with no guarantee that it would fix the problem, may need other repairs. I declined. I did more reach and found technical service bulletin # 10183a, special coverage program. 10 year or 150,000 mile warranty on the steering column assembly. Returned to dealer on 07/13/15, 98,800 miles and had steering column assembly replaced under the warranty. No change, the problem still exist. More reach found all vehicles that have recall #14116 done failed to work. 99% were told by the chev. Dealership like me that the power steering control module failing. I'am requesting that the federal safety agency add the part to the recall list or make chevrolet do something to fix the problem in less than another 10 years. Have contacted chevrolet customer assistance center no reply after 3 business days.

Filed Aug 16, 2014 · Driver assistance, Steering · 69,000 miles · CT

Last november, 2013, I was driving my 2006 chevrolet malibu maxx lt on simsbury rd. In avon, ct when I experienced a very dangerous loss of power steering and the electrical system. Causing my front right tire to blow out. This made mycar to swerve and veer into oncoming traffic. T I was at risk of being hit by other cars. While waiting for roadside assist I was helped by the ct dot and avon pd. This was a harrowing, dangerous, and stressful experience for me. I would like chevrolet to cover all of the repair expenses related to this accident and all problems & repairs that followed since this is directly related to the power steering& electrical system recalls from gm chevrolet. They did not notify me directly about the power steering& electrical system recalls. I found out only this week august 10, 2014 after I called this with regards two additional recall notices I received of late regarding faulty transmission and brakes. They do not have parts or an expected date for repairs and have refused my request for a replacement vehicle in any form. I have spoken at length to their customer relations director as well as all three of the chevrolet dealerships I have used for service and purchase; oneill chevrolet, avon, ct, gengras chevrolet, east hartford, ct and carter chevrolet in manchester, ct, where I purchased the vehicle. None of them are willing to arrange a temporary replacement vehicle and have no further information on a date for repairs or parts availability. This is outrageous and unacceptable. Please advise consumer affairs and me as to how I should proceed. I am a disabled american and have no other transportation options other then my own car. Thank you.

Filed Jul 24, 2014 · Steering · 118,000 miles · VA

When driving at lower speeds (25-30 MPH) my chevy malibu would chime at me and lose power steering, sometimes causing my car to go into other lanes and/or almost hitting sidewalks and curbs. I replaced the electric steering motor in 2013, but my car has not been part of the recall even though the same issues that are listed under the recall is what happened with my car. I had the motor replaced at a chevrolet dealership, so there is a record of the repair.

Filed Jun 17, 2014 · Electrical, Steering · 118,000 miles · KY

On several occasions my car has lost power steering nearly causing a wreck. This is a danger and needs to be fixed but I was told I would be mailed notice on april 28 . I am very concerned for the safety of my child as well as other people on the roadways. My car also randomly loses battery power.. I assume this is electrical.