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2008 Chevrolet Malibu steering complaints
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Car has 145,xxx on odometer with a shaking steering wheel, power steering consistently goes out shortly after steering wheel begins to shake causing higher risk for crash which is unsafe for me and my family. Every-time I drive the vehicle power steering goes out wherever I am (city street, highway). I have to pull over on the side of the road/highway to restart my car to try to "buy" some time for power steering and then it will go out again. The first time my power steering went out was while I was in an intersection making a left turn and nearly resulted in an accident.
Electronic power steering failure. All of a sudden the message center beeped and gave message power steering and the steering wheel started jerking out of control and could hardly steer. Several times after restarting steering would work for awhile. There are recalls on other 2008 but I was told mine had a special warranty that ran out. I just recently bought the car and it isn't right that I would have to pay $1500 to fix this defect. It is a safety issue when all of a sudden your steering wheel jerks out of your hand and moves on its own.
The power steering failed in 2015 with 65,900 miles and was repaired at a chevrolet dealer the car now has 94,000 miles on it and the power steering has failed again.according to gm this vehicle is not included in the thousands of vehicles that have been recalled for the same problem. They are replacing defective parts with the same. I contacted gm case#9-4978065207 and they said that it is normal wear and tear and that they would be of no assistance and that I would have to pay for the repair. The power steering fails while driving and you have to steer it manually over to the side of the road. This is an ongoing problem with these vehicles and gm should be held accountable and not be able to hide behind saying that your number vehicle is not included in the recall even though it is an identical problem. They told me that just because all these people have posted their similar problems on the internet that it doesn't mean its true. I guess all those people have nothing better to do than report imaginary problems with gm
Driving downtown des moines my message center started dinging, the message output was: "power steering" the steering wheel began moving on its own back & forth, jerking and grinding. At one point jerked out of my hand. It became almost impossible to continue. I pulled into a convience store, bought power steering fluid and started the vehicle. The steering seemed normal. The car was not low on fluids, I didn't travel far before it happened again. By the time I made it home my ribs were hurting from trying to manauver the car home. This malfunction is the eps system and recalls of the 2008 began in 2014. My VIN# wasn't included on the list. However, my car has the same problem. At one point my steering wheel jerked so hard it yanked steering wheel away from my grip and I came close to hitting another vehicle. Prior to the above occasion, I would be stopped at a signal light and the steering wheel grinded jerked back and fourth and unfettered.
Intake manifold gaskets leaking bad, loss of steering at low speeds causing for manuel strength and transmission wouldn't change gears at 85,000 miles within the 1st I purchased the car
On numerous occasions in the last 2 weeks. When starting the car, the words 'power steering' comes on the message board along with a yell illuminated triangle light and an 'ESC' light and the cars steering will not control. Car will shift but steering cannot be controlled. Will also happen while driving. Steering will lock until car is turned off and restarted!
The electric power steering has went out on my car all of a sudden. It also would come back on and while I am driving it will suddenly go out as well. It has been continuously happening.
Tl* the contact owns a 2008 chevrolet malibu. The contact stated that the power steering indicator illuminated while the vehicle was stopped in traffic. The vehicle was checked by an independent mechanic who confirmed a power steering failure and advised the contact to check for recalls. The dealer and the manufacturer were not contacted. The vehicle was not repaired. The failure mileage was 144,000.
Power steering all of a sudden isn't working. Engine light and power steering light came on while I was driving. I have electric power steering
Tl* the contact owns a 2008 chevrolet malibu. The contact stated that the electronic stability control, electric power steering, and traction control warning indicators illuminated intermittently. The contact felt a strong vibration coming from the steering wheel and the steering wheel frequently seized. The contact had to turn the vehicle off and back on to reset the computer. In addition, the rear brake lights failed to illuminate when the brakes were applied. The vehicle was not included in the federal safety agency campaign numbers: 14e044000 (steering) and 14v153000 (steering). The contact felt that the vehicle exhibited the same failure as listed in the recall campaigns. Ocean city chevrolet (2366 ocean hwy w, shallotte, nc 28459, (910) 364-9917) was notified of the failures, but did not diagnose the vehicle. The vehicle was diagnosed by an independent mechanic who was to provide further technical information concerning the diagnostic trouble codes and recommendations. The independent mechanic indicated that the failures needed to be addressed by the manufacturer to receive repairs from an authorized dealer. The vehicle was not repaired. The manufacturer was notified of the failures to determine their guidelines to repair the vehicle. The failure mileage was not available.
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My airbag light is on airbag issues, I have had my headlights checked three times and they keep going completely out there is an issue with the headlights the steering is always shaky its been an ongoing issue with my car
Tl* the contact owns a 2008 chevrolet malibu. The contact stated that the electronic stability control indicator illuminated no matter what speed the vehicle was traveling. Also, the power steering malfunctioned. The dealer (jim price chevrolet, 2150 seminole trail, charlottesville, va 22901, (434) 260-8542) stated that there were no recalls for the failures. The manufacturer stated that there were no recalls and provided a case number. The vehicle was not diagnosed or repaired. The failure mileage was 51,000.
My drive shaft line broke by my the gear shift
In 2014 there was a recall on chevy malibu, we werent experiencing any problems but took it to the dealership instead. We are now experiencing problems with the steering. While car is still, and also in motion the steering wheel will shake very bad. When driving the steering wheel will lock up, and jerk causing you to have to grip the wheel extra hard to keep it straight. The wheel will also shake vigourously while still and in motion causing driving to be dangerous. Took the car to the dealership, they said there was nothing they could do about it.
Engine broke down 2 weeks later they said we will give you warranty and when I refill gas the fuel sensor doesn't reach full tank and steering lost its grip the same week of purchase
I have had nothing but problems with my electronic power steering amongst other things as well. The steering wheel locked up on me for the first time while parked. I turned the car off then back on & it went back to normal. I've been having issues with it making a sound in the steering wheel column & the steering wheel will move on it's own & will stick while I'm driving which makes it hard to control my vehicle. Also there is other electrical problems causing security light to come on & my car will lock up & I can't start it. The "service ESC" light came on around the same time as well. The seatbelt light will come on when everyone has their seatbelt on too. There is obviously something going on with wire connections or something. I'm aware of recalls on the same exact year make & model as my vehicle for the same issues I'm having but no recalls have been issued for my specific vehicle. I have owned nothing but gm vehicles & this one has been nothing but problems!
Clunk, knock and rattling sound from intermediate shaft and steering rack and pinion. The clunking and knocking sound happens at slow speeds (parking lots, driveway and city driving) and at 70-75 m.p.h. (highway speeds) it starts to rattle in the steering rack then makes the entire car start to vibrate.
Tl* the contact owns a 2008 chevrolet malibu. The contact stated that the steering wheel shook uncontrollably while driving various speeds. Also, the power steering indicator illuminated when the vehicle was started. The vehicle was taken to diamond auto group chevrolet (768 washington st rt. 20, auburn, ma 01501, (508) 635-4207), but was not diagnosed or repaired. The manufacturer was not notified. The failure mileage was 140,000.
Vehicle was in motion driving on a city street while I was making a left turn onto another city street my steering wheel locked up which enabled me to straighten up my wheel. Due to not being able to straighten up my wheel after steering left I was involved in a car accident knocking off my drivers sides headlight and front bumper completely off of my vehicle. After getting the car back home the car would no longer start. The vehicle is now at capitol cheverolet in austin texas and before replacing the recall parts they insisted on a battery replacement I did replace the battery and 3 days later they call and insist on an alternator replacement that will cost me $800 in order for them to start on the replacement/ repairs of the recalls. The battery and alternator all were working in good condition before the power steering issue came about while my vehicle was in motion. I should not be reliable of paying for this. The dealership is also charging me a $65 towing fee!
The car has a sudden loss of power steering that occurs 1 minute after starting the car. A message is displayed on the driver information center and a chime sounds. The car is impossible to control with out the power steering. This is very dangerous! This happens while driving the car.
Tl* the contact owns a 2008 chevrolet malibu. While the vehicle was idling, the steering wheel was unable to be moved and the power steering warning indicator illuminated. The dealer (pellegrino chevrolet, 1000 gateway blvd, westville, nj) informed the contact that there were no recalls on the vehicle. The vehicle was not diagnosed or repaired. The manufacturer was not notified of the failure. The failure mileage was approximately 76,800. *tt contact states all power locks and sway bar failed and tire pressure button is always on and blank.
I work 50 min away from home and I was onnthe highway and in the middle of traffic my steering wheel got hard and I swerved into another lane almost hitting another car so I took it to a shop and they looked it over and told me it was a recall on this problem a long time ago.so I'm wondering why I didn't get notified of this ? And I also told him none of my windows work and he said they recalled out for electrical problems also and now I'm here thank you
Tl* the contact owns a 2008 chevrolet malibu. When the vehicle was started, the steering wheel moved automatically to the left and right for approximately one minute. There were no warning indicators illuminated. On two occasions, the steering ability became very difficult. The vehicle was not taken to a dealer or independent mechanic for diagnostic testing or repairs. The manufacturer was notified of the failure. The approximate failure mileage was 136,000.
Every time I turn to either the right or the left my steering wheel pops and I can feel it inside the streering wheel when I hit a bump while turning it is even worse
Tl* the contact owns a 2008 chevrolet malibu. While driving approximately 35 MPH, the vehicle became very difficult to steer and the steering wheel seized. The contact drove the vehicle to an independent mechanic where it was diagnosed that the steering column needed replacement. The vehicle was repaired. The dealer and manufacturer were not notified of the failure. The failure mileage was approximately 143,000. The VIN was not available.
I was driving a couple days after buying thos vehicle & noticed that my power steering message came on on my dash. A few days later the steering wheel was harder to control & when I was parked my steering wheel would move on it's own. I looked online to try to figure out why it could be doing that because I had never had a car with electronic power steering & I saw that I was 1 of many people who has the same problem with the same make & model car, some of which have a recall for that very reason. I feel like it is very dangerous now driving because the steering wheel feels like it is moving on it's own while driving.
Takata recall while driving the power steering shuts down.I pull over shut it off wait a minute then it will work for a few min.tben shut off again.im a cancer patient and need my car to get to hospital.this has really got me stressed.
I was driving down the road and stopped at a stop light and my power steering went out.
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