2005 Chevrolet Malibu: sudden loss of power

Filed Dec 4, 2023 · Steering · VA

Issue started at ~80K while driving 60-65 mph, the steering wheel would unexpectedly shake violently. After hitting brakes, the steering system would return to normal. Had car evaluated by mechanic specializing in steering/suspension and could not recreate the issue. This issue has been returning intermittently for the past year (99,800 mileage now). Now the engine light is on indicating “POWER STEERING “ on dashboard and loss of power steering. I’m issuing this report because my vin number shows no outstanding recalls but there’s a known issue (14V15300) against this vehicle.

Filed Jul 10, 2023 · Electrical, Fuel system · MD

This problem has occurred many times and I have taken to the internet to find out what I could to try to remedy it myself as I don't have endless disposable income to have someone else fix it. I have not had it seen by a professional, only consulted with a manager of a gm dealership repairs department over the phone as well as various mechanics and locksmiths. As I said I don't have endless disposable money to throw at this. The car will completely shut off in the middle of driving, I lose all power. The antitheft system engages in the middle of driving. Then I get no crank no start. I get stuck in the middle of the road. In the past I was able to just turn the key off and remove it and let it sit for a while and then it would let me start it again, this began a year ago and has gotten progressively worse and more frequent since it first occurred and I am now at the point where the car is completely no crank no start and anti theft system will not disengage. From my own research online I've found many others complaining of similar problems and they say it's related to gm passlock system.

Filed Dec 20, 2021 · Steering · 183,000 miles · NY

The contact owns a 2005 Chevrolet Malibu. The contact stated that while driving at 65 MPH and making a turn, the steering wheel inadvertently lost power steering assist functionality. There were no warning lights illuminated. The contact was able to continue to drive the vehicle with the extra effort needed to steer the vehicle. The contact stated that as she arrived at her destination, turned off the vehicle, and restarted it, the steering wheel regained power steering functionality. The contact notified an independent mechanic who advised her that the failure was related to the federal safety agency Campaign Number: 14V153000 (Steering). The contact stated that the failure had been reoccurring while driving and the steering wheel was increasingly more difficult to maneuver. The dealer and the manufacturer were notified of the failure and informed the contact that they could not assist because the federal safety agency Campaign Number: 14V153000 (Steering) had expired. The vehicle was not diagnosed or repaired. The approximate failure mileage was 183,000.

Filed Jan 18, 2021 · Brakes, Electrical · 200,000 miles · MS · crash · 1 injury

I lost all power assist in my steering wheel on the interstate. It was showing a recall for the electrical power steering but when I called chevrolet, they didn't see it.

Filed Dec 11, 2020 · Steering · 210,000 miles · IL

Vehicle lost powering steering after making a right hand turn onto a busy road. Ended up half way in the oncoming lane before I could get it under control. Good thing no other cars were in the way. I had to pull over and restart the car. I also have had other incidences when the power steering glitches off and on while I'm turning into parking spots. After I bought this car, brand new, I had taken into the dealership for steering issues but they didnt find any issues at that time and I was dismissed, now it's obvious this is a serious safety issue for these cars. This is a hazard and is terrifying when it happens.

Filed Sep 23, 2020 · Steering · 147,000 miles · WA

Loss of power steering while turning and steering wheel jerked hard as if to straighten itself. This occurred during driving. We took the vehicle to dealer and was told the gm service bulletin 14116 only covers steering position sensors, but not motors. But on other comparable models, it's the motor, not sensors. Now these are of the same system and components. Why?!

Filed Apr 30, 2020 · Fuel system, Steering · 140,000 miles · SC

Tl* the contact owns a 2005 chevrolet malibu. The contact stated that while driving at an undisclosed speed, the vehicle loss power steering assist. An audible chime was heard during the failure. The vehicle was stopped, and the power steering assist returned independently. Additionally, the check fuel cap warning light was illuminated. The vehicle was not taken to a dealer nor independent mechanic to be diagnosed. The contact stated that the vehicle was previously repaired under the federal safety agency campaign number: 14e044000 (steering) however, the repair failed to prevent the failure. The manufacturer was notified of the failure. The failure mileage was 140,000.

Filed Dec 26, 2019 · Steering · 158,000 miles · PA

Power steering fails. Loss of power steering while driving. When I turn off the car and restart it power steering returns. Lost power steering six times in one week.

Filed Aug 12, 2019 · Steering · 125,000 miles · GA

Dealer informs me safety recall 14116b loss of power steering was accomplished on my vehicle previously, yet the warning light is displayed on my info center. Fix did not work long.

Filed Jun 5, 2019 · Driver assistance, Steering · 190,000 miles · IN

Steering shaft inadequate support of u-joint. The steering wheel shakes going down the road. You can feel a clicking in it when you turn. It's like the steering wheel could break or something. Also every now and then there is a sudden loss of power steering. Power steering goes out and steering wheel locks up. It's done this numerous times over the years. And when we take it in they say the recall won't cover it. I've tried calling dealership and they say theirs no open recalls for the vehicle.

Filed Apr 10, 2019 · Steering · 140,000 miles · VA

Tl* the contact owns a 2005 chevrolet malibu. While driving approximately 70 MPH, the steering lost power without warning. The dealer and manufacturer were not contacted. The vehicle was not diagnosed or repaired. The failure mileage was approximately 140,000.

Filed Dec 20, 2017 · Steering · 56,998 miles · IA

Vehicle looses steering at low speeds. Previously had a extended service campaign that they never had parts for. Expired now but a recall on other same make and model of the same year. This is a serious safety issue and needs reexamined. Called gm and they are not concerned about loss of steering. Was driving and had to make a turn at 5 MPH lost power steering and signal chimed. Was unable to complete turn almost caused accident on city street.