I have a 2004 chevy mailbu ls and it has been about a month ago I was driving and w/out any notice the power steering column broke. And on today I tried to retrive a report on-line to find out if this car has giving anyone else a problem and it sure has. About a couple months before I purchase it had been in the dealership getting service. I no that it this is not very safe because I almost got rear ended and I had to turn so deep because the power steering went out right on the spot that I could have got hit from the front as well. There was no accident but who knows the next time so I will like it to be noted that this is a serious problem
2004 Chevrolet Malibu steering complaints
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The car cut off while I was driving and in heavy traffic more than once. There was no warning that this would happen. The car was serviced before for this problem but it continued to happen. I have had 3 recalls, the horn fuse has been replaced twice, and the blinker is currently out. The steering collar has also been replaced. This car was supposed to be a new car.
I have a 2004 chevy malibu ls, it is not yet 18 months old and I have to bring it in for the 2nd steering column replacement this monday. I have done some research and have found out that hundreds of people have had similar/worse problems with sterring. Some examples include complete loss of steering, loss of power steering, a loud thudding sound when turning th wheel during right turns (this is what my car has been doing), I had my 2nd steering column put in my car in nov 04, when my car was 10 months old, I now am having the same problem/sound again and need to bring it in for a 3rd steering column, meaning it came with a defective one, was evidently repaired with a defective one and who knows what will happen 6 months from now. I am very concerned about this. I have spoken to my dealership, filed a complaint with chevy and was told by both that have only issued "bulletins" for mechanics. I feel a recall should be considered as this is a very serious problem, loss of steering control should not be taken lightly. So, to wrap this up, I had my car for 10 months and needed a new steering column (11/04) now 6 months later I will be getting another. Please look into this dangerouse defect and feel free contact me if I can assist any further.
Slowed down to about 5 MPH to make a right turn into parking lot. Completed 90 degree turn into parking lot and started to slow down to come to a stop when she felt the wheel stiffen (steering ' felt off'); started up to make a 90 degree right turn (needed to make a 90 degree right turn followed by a quick 90 degree left turn). As she tried to turn wheel, she could only move the wheel from 12-1 o'clock so she just coasted into a parking area (car covered a couple of parking spots). Stepped on brakes as she coasted to a stop since she felt as though she had no steering. Towed to dealer, who replaced steering solumn again.
Steering wheel oscillated back and forth while vehicle was on, but stopped; happened again while backing out of parking space; about 5 minutes into 15 minute drive home (going 10 MPH); vehicle felt like it was pulling left so it took more steering effort to turn wheel right; had steering column replaced august 19, 2004.
Problems with power steering and air bags on 2004 chevrolet malibu.***no answer required***. *mr the consumer was involved in an accident in which the air bags did not deploy. While driving the power steering stopped working.
The steering column was replaced on my car twice since I purchased it in november of 2003. I lose all ability to steer at 60 MPH and have to stop immediately.
The power steering locks and causes the vehicle to pull to the left, making it difficult to control the vehicle. Manufacturer was contacted for repair, but they fail to correct the problem.
While driving at low speeds electric steering failed three times. As a result, there was a thumping noise when attempting to turn in either direction. *ak
The steering on this car is subject to repeated oscillation at idle, slow and moderate speeds. The longer the car is driven on one trip the worse the problem becomes. This has been occurring over a period of time, but it is to the point that the car is not drivable. Chevrolet has a service bulletin for their service departments, but no customer notifiations. The service writer at my service dealership, dave mcdermott chevrolet, east haven, ct, has same car, same problem and replaced the steering components because she knows of the problem. The failure today (01/11) and yesterday (01/10) caused the steering to lock up and a "wrench" idiot light displayed on the dashboard. That was corrected by stopping the car, placing it in park, turning the ignition off and then restarting the car. *ak electronic power steering failure.
While driving 25 MPH, the vehicle lost power steering. The consumer managed to drive to a auto shop. The problem was repaired. The dealership was notified. Please provide more information.
On or about 01/15/05 the power steering game out while driving. The engine light came on, car was taken to dealer on 01/17/05. Dealer changed the steering wheel column, vehicle was picked up a day later. On 01/21/05 steering gave out as backing out of the drive way and engine light came on. Car was turned off and on and power steering worked again. Car was turned back in to dealership where after 3-4 day I was informed that there was no record of any defects.
The vehicle lost power steering control while driving 25 MPH. The vehicle was towed to the dealer. The dealer informed the consumer that the power steering module needed to be replaced. *jb the adjuster assembly on the passenger seat belt was replaced.
The electronic steering in my 2004 malibu failed while the car was in operation. It had been jerking while I was driving on the highway. I took it in and they said it was probably water/dampness causing the jerking. Then it failed while I was driving and they replaced the parts under warranty.
2004 chevrolet malibu experienced problems with the steering.***no answer required***. *mr the consumer stated the vehicle pulled to the left when he would take off from a stop and it would drift to the left while driving.
2004 chevrolet malibu suffered power steering failure.***no answer required***. *mr
I own a 2004 chevrolet malibu. At present time, I have had to have the steering column replaced twice, due to intermittent power steering failure and a constant pull to the left. The first time was at approximately 8800 miles, the second time at 17700 miles. I have also had to have the brake rotors and pads replaced twice. The brakes still make a rubbing noise in the right front, however the dealers tells me they cannot fix that. The car currently has 18000 miles on it. I still have steering issues, such as twitches in the steering wheel and thunks and clunks when driving. I am very uncomfortable driving the car because I am afraid the steering will go out again.
My wife was driving with my daughter on board,traveling at approximately 25 MPH preparing to stop at approaching traffic light,all of a sudden the steering wheel "froze" and would not move. When she finally stopped the car,she turned the engine off. Needless to say she was terribly frightened. After a few minutes she restarted the car and the steering was ok. I hate to think what might have happened if she had been on the express sway at the time. Now she is afraid to drive her own car. The car is a 2004 malibu.
While driving at any speed the vehicle would lose power steering intermittently, making it hard to steer. Dealership was notified, but did not resolve the problem.
Power steering light comes on consistently. Also, steering wheel locks while driving.
Vehicle experienced steering and transmission problems. The steering went out, forcing the vehicle to the right side of the road and into an embankment. Consumer had the vehicle towed to a service center. Transmission will not engage into the interlock. If going into reverse and changing into drive it was difficult to control vehicle. Consumer must use about 45 lbs of pressure to get the gear shift to operate smoothly. Also, vehicle was having brake problems. Consumer was driving on an off ramp and applied the brakes down to the floor. Vehicle slowed down but did not stop completely. Consumer contacted the manufacturer and the dealership, who told the consumer that there was a brake recall, and that the brake problem was electrical. The brakes were electronically programmed controlled. *ak recall campaign; 04v190000. Summary: some of these passenger vehicles have an electronic control unit (ecu) that may calculate a higher than actual vehicle speed because of an erratic rear-wheel speed sensor signal, and cause ABS activation where it is not needed or needed ABS activation to be extended during braking as the vehicle speed drops to about 3 MPH. The trunk release button on the drivers door came apart. The shifter handle broke. The brake pedal went to the floor after being in traffic.
When the consumer made a right turn onto the freeway, the steering wheel locked up without warning. The consumer was able to maintain control of the vehicle and pulled over. The consumer turned off the vehicle and restarted it and drove home. The consumer contacted the mechanic for an appointment. Please provide further details.
The steering wheel locked up while driving 65 MPH, the consumer pulled the vehicle over before stopping. The vehicle was towed to the dealer. *ak ea04018_cat the steering wheel vibrated uncontrollably. While receiving assistance, the steering wheel would not turn left or right. *sc
While wife was driving 2004 chevrolet malibu in city traffic, power steering suddenly failed concurrent with alarm chime and repair car light. She had to drive straight through two intersections and struggled to immediately park the car, and called me for assistance. After restarting the car, power steering was restored (no alarm or light). Took car to dealer the following morning for repairs. Dealer states that a recent bulletin may address this problem and requires a kit and replacement of steering column. Parts not in stock. Kit was ordered and is expected in about a week. Will schedule repair after parts kit is received. This problem should immediately be upgraded to a safety recall item to minimize future accidents in less forgiving driving conditions.
While driving my 2004 chevy malibu lt a light will come on. This light is a picture of a car with a tool inside it. A beep also comes on followed by a message that says power steering. This has happened to me three times now. When this happens I lose all control of the power steering. It takes a lot of effort to turn my wheel. After I turn the car off and let it sit for a while, the problem doesn't occur for another 1-3 weeks.
While driving at high speed of 65-70 MPH vehicle momentarily lost power steering. Vehicle was taken to the dealer, who found that the steering column assembly needed to be replaced.
(1) was driving when suddenly power steering quit working. (2) power steering light came on and vehicle was almost impossible to steer. (3) calling sealership tomorrow, insurance agent said to report to you immediately as there is a problem with this starting to occur in malibus. *jb ea04018_cat
While driving, the steering locked up. The consumer took the vehicle to the dealer and they replaced the electronic column. Please provide any further information. Ea04018_cat *jb the steering tightened and gradually became almost impossible to steer at that time. The warning panel showed steering locked. Failure corrected.
Electrical problems and numerous starting problems. While driving, the door locks unlocked, engine dies with no warning. *bf nar *jls the steering wheel locked up, the hazard lights stopped working, the alarm would go off, the power rear view mirrors were inoperative, the vehicle would buck and surge, the steering wheel would shake, the vehicle would start rough and the tachometer would bounce. *sc
While driving at any speed power steering pump failed. As a result, steering became difficult.*ak ea04018_cat
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