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Takata recall : my vehicle power steering went out during a sharp turn....the aps light came on and power steering failed in turn while another vehicle was coming close behind. I was able to get pulled to side of road just in time, before being hit from behind. Power steering goes out continuously while driving. I have seen several other complaints about this, also recalls.
The contact owns a 2008 Chevrolet Malibu. The contact stated that there was an abnormal vibration in the steering wheel and it was difficult to turn in either direction. The vehicle was taken to an independent mechanic who was unable to replicate and diagnose the failure. The dealer (shottenkirk, 5031 ave O, fort madison, ia 53627, 319-248-8866) stated that the steering wheel torque sensor and steering column needed to be replaced and reprogrammed. The manufacturer was notified of the failure. The vehicle was not included in NHTSA campaign numbers: 14E044000 (steering) and 14V153000 (steering). The manufacturer provided no solution other than taking the vehicle to the dealer. The approximate failure mileage was 153,000.
Started car to go to work, "power steering/service ESC" light on, no power steering. Turned car off, back on. No light, and operated normally. Restarted vehicle again, no power steering, and same service lights on. Also, while in park, steering wheel shakes back and forth. Steering torque sensor was replaced in Jan.2016 due to recall, with same symptoms. Both dealer and GM say there is no extension or warranty because recalled part was already repaired. Car is now sitting in driveway, not drivable.
I have a 2008 Chevy Malibu. It took me a lot of hard work to afford a car. I make payments of around $400 a month. Recently my steering wheel started shaking, and a power steering warning flashed on the center consule. After doing this repeatedly for a couple days my steering wheel is now locking up. It locks up on me while driving, and I need this car to go to work everyday. Its my only car! I researched the problem, and seen others with the same issue. It seems its the power steering motor and torque sensor. There was a recall on the vehicle for this very problem. The issue is you put a warranty on it for 150K miles or 10 year whatever comes first. My car is at 159K. This is totally unfair, I could seriously hurt myself or injure someone due to this recall, and if its a recall it should be a lifetime warranty. I dont have $600 to get the issue repaired, I have rent, a car payment, and other bills. Please extened my warranty, and fix my car so I can move on in life.
We have had two issues. First broken fuel pump spilling gas on top of the fuel tank this has been an issue with this type of vehicle but not this specific vehicle. Cost to repair 400 dollars. Issue two. Bad torque sensor on electric power steering column. Causing power steering failure at will. Major safety issue as well. Chevy told me this specific part was not part of an earlier recall. Cost to fix 622 dollars at Chevy dealer. Power steering failure happened while driving on city streets in madison sd. Gas leaking issue was noticed by a strong smell of gasoline. We stopped driving until repair could be made. They are both recalll issues on the 08 Malibu. Talked to Chevy. With no offer to cover repairs being made.
- Afton, IA, USA
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The contact owns a 2008 Chevrolet Malibu. While driving 35 mph, the contact noticed that the steering wheel started to shake and became difficult to turn. Al willie Ford (1603 us-181 S, portland, tx 78374) diagnosed that the failure was due to a previous recall regarding the torque sensor. The technician informed the contact that the vehicle had already been repaired per the unknown recall. The manufacturer confirmed what the dealer stated and that the repair would cost $695 at the contact's expense. A VIN search revealed that there were no recalls associated with the vehicle. The failure mileage was 130,000.
The contact owns a 2008 Chevrolet Malibu. The contact stated that the steering column required excessive effort to operate the vehicle. Also, the power steering warning indicator illuminated. The contact stated that the power steering operated intermittently after the vehicle was manually restarted. Grieco Chevrolet delray (1111 linton blvd, delray beach, fl) was contacted, but the vehicle was not diagnosed. The manufacturer was notified and referred the contact to NHTSA. The contact was advised that the vehicle was previously repaired per NHTSA campaign number: 14V153000 (steering) in 2015. The failure mileage was approximately 102,711.
My 2009 Chevy Malibu has lost power steering three times in the last year and a half. I each time, I took it to the dealer to be "fixed", but even after they said it was fixed the first and second time, it happened again. The first and third time it happened, I was on a busy road traveling at 50 miles per hour and driving straight. The second time it happened, I was driving about 10 miles per hour, and going around a corner. I almost collided with a tree because I could not complete the turn. When the car loses power steering, I absolutely cannot turn the wheel. This has placed me in very dangerous situations. The car is under 150,000 miles, so it qualifies for the special warranty, but it is approaching the limit, and the dealership indicated that if it happens after 150,000 miles, I will have to pay for the repair. I am concerned that I have had it "fixed" three times and it continues to happen. I have two small children, and it has lost power steering while they are in the car with me.
The contact owns a 2008 Chevrolet Malibu. When the vehicle was started, the steering seized. When the vehicle was turned off and restarted, it operated normally. The vehicle was taken to gordon Chevrolet (6301 E roosevelt blvd, philadelphia, pa 19149, (215) 537-2377) where it was diagnosed that the steering shaft needed to be replaced. The vehicle was repaired, but the failure recurred a month later. The contact stated that the steering shaft was replaced by the previous owner. The manufacturer was notified of the failure. The approximate failure mileage was 140,000.
The power steering on my car has been making uncommanded inputs both at a stop and at all speeds that I drive. I can feel jerkiness in the steering most of the time which feels like a rapid change in steering boost. I have not received any problem lights to date. The problem manifests itself about 50% of the time.
The contact owns a 2008 Chevrolet Malibu. While driving various speeds, the steering wheel shook intermittently. In addition, the power steering warning sensor chimed and illuminated intermittently and the steering wheel tightened up. The contact never completely lost power steering ability. The dealer and manufacturer were not contacted or made aware of the failure. The failure mileage was approximately 62,000.
The contact owns a 2008 Chevrolet Malibu. While driving approximately 35 mph, the ESC warning indicator illuminated and the steering immediately swung the vehicle left and right uncontrollably. The vehicle was pulled over to the side of the road. The contact managed to drive the vehicle to her residence. The dealer was contacted (waldorf Chevrolet/Cadillac in waldorf, md) and the technician stated that the failure was an unknown issue and scheduled an appointment for diagnostic testing. The manufacturer was not made aware of the failure. The failure mileage was approximately 143,000.
Getting off highway onto exit ramp turning left and power steering assist shut off, dash warning lights lit and bells chimmed. Steering was nearly impossible and almost hit gaurd rails. Stopped car, eventually restarted car and car back to normal. Now everytime car is steered in the left direction warning light and bells start.
The contact owns a 2008 Chevrolet Malibu. While driving approximately 35 mph, the vehicle lost steering ability and the steering system warning indicator illuminated. The contact had to force the vehicle into a parking lot. The vehicle was turned off, restarted, and then drove normally. The contact drove the vehicle to the dealer the following day where it was diagnosed that the steering column failed and needed replacement. The vehicle was repaired. The manufacturer was notified of the failure. The approximate failure mileage was 82,000.
It saying service power steering. Then I can't turn the car. I turn it of and back on then it works. I've had proplems with this car since I bought it.
When I start the car the steering wheel does not move at all. On the dash it says power steering then ESC off pops up. I have to restart the car a few times in order for it to be able to move and the message is gone. When im driving the steering wheel shakes and turning gets a little stiff. I drive both city streets and highways im afraid it will lock up on me when in motion.
Power steering warning is displayed on diagnostic center. Hard to turn steering wheel when making a left or right turn. While at a stop sign or stopped at a traffic light the steering wheel will shake.
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- Courtland, MS, USA