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I took my 2004 Malibu max Chevy to.ray Chevrolet in antioch Illinois.we got recalls on the steering they told us they didn't have the part.they told us they would let us know when the part came in.its been a year.its really dangerous driving is way.the steering went out a couple of times.I need help.
My car had a recall for the electric power assist after fulfilling the recall I started having power steering problems loss of steering airbag light coming on and the power steering coming across the car message center. I went to turn the wheel it turned then when I turned the wheel again the car lost steering and I almost had a crash. The dealership told me that the internal steering gear failed and isn't covered under the warranty recall but it will be $1900 dollars to fix it. GM corporate office told me what do I expect from a 2004 with 150,000 miles on it its old and has excessive miles on it. I asked them why dont they stand by their product they kept saying its a 2004.
The contact owns a 2004 Chevrolet Malibu. While attempting to park the vehicle at 1 mph, the contact heard a thumping noise coming from the front driver's side of the vehicle. The steering wheel also became very loose. The vehicle was taken to an independent mechanic who diagnosed that the intermediate steering shaft failed, but the mechanic did not specify whether the part would need to be repaired or replaced. The vehicle was not repaired. The manufacturer was not made aware of the failure. The VIN was not included in NHTSA campaign number: 14E044000 (steering). The approximate failure mileage was 98,000.
The contact owns a 2004 Chevrolet Malibu. While driving 60 mph, the check engine and power steering warning indicators illuminated. The steering wheel required excessive force in order to make a turn. When the contact turned off and restarted the vehicle, it resumed normal operation. The failure recurred several other times. The contact also stated that the brake lights failed to work. The vehicle was taken to the dealer where the contact was informed that the recalls were expired. The vehicle was taken to another dealer where they estimated that the diagnostic check would cost $114. The vehicle was not diagnosed or repaired. The manufacturer was not made aware of the failures. The failure mileage was 166,000.
When I went to make a turn, the steering wheel made this popping noise and the car would not turn. The steering wheel spins completely around and does not turn either of the wheels. No warning lights appeared on my dash. The car had a complete loss of steering left and right. Very dangerous and I caused total chaos on the street just trying not to hit someone.
- Sicklerville, NJ, USA
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I received a letter from General Motors explaining they knew issues with the rack and pinion for my 2004 Chevrolet Malibu during the first 150,000 miles of the vehicle at no charge. It also states if I paid for repairs I would get reimbursed for this. Currently I have 48,857 miles. My steering column went out of control while I was in motion. I had the rack and pinion and outer tie rod replaced on my vehicle on (4/4/17). I called GM on 4/11/17. In the morning, they said I would get re-imbursed. In the afternoon I received a phone call stating I would not get re-imbursed. I believe there are currently 12 recalls for this vehicle. I would like this matter of the rack and pinion issue be looked at further by the safety board to impose a safety recall. If it happened to my car, it may happen to other GM cars.
"takata recall" my 2004 Malibu does not have working cruise control, my wiring is barely working as in my locks won't work, my heat we only blows cold air on defrost my defrost barely clears my windows, my T\C light is the only light that stays on all the time and I barely have traction while driving if I'm trying to accelerate getting on the highway my wheel will lock or barely move and I have to let completely off the gas to free the wheel I get any alerts on my speedometer.
The power steering on my car is failing. It does not work at low speeds and reverts to manual mode. It appears there is a recall on certain 04-06 Malibu's, just not mine. Any chance the recall will be expanded?
2004 Chevrolet Malibu. Consumer writes in regards to reimbursement for power steering recall repairs. The consumer was informed the recalled part and the part that was replaced on her vehicle were not the same. The repair shop replaced a bad switch and steering column.
The contact owns a 2004 Chevrolet Malibu. While driving approximately 30 mph and making a left or right turn, the power steering seized and the steering wheel became difficult to maneuver. The power steering warning indicator illuminated and a beeping noise was heard. The vehicle was taken to an independent mechanic where it was diagnosed that the power steering motor failed and needed to be replaced. The VIN was not included in NHTSA campaign number: 14V153000 (steering). The manufacturer was not notified of the failure. The approximate failure mileage was 166,000.
The contact owns a 2004 Chevrolet Malibu. While driving approximately 10 mph and turning, the vehicle made clunking noises. The vehicle was taken to a local dealer where it was diagnosed and the steering shaft was lubricated. The failure recurred several times. The vehicle was taken back to the local dealer where it was diagnosed that the intermediate steering shaft needed to be replaced. The manufacturer was made aware of the failure and advised the contact to file a complaint with NHTSA. The vehicle was repaired. The failure mileage was approximately 38,000.
Complete steering failure. Steering has made "clunking" sounds for years (since about 1 year after new), and has been "repaired" several times previously, only once under warranty. Action: Suddenly, while driving, the steering wheel began "ratcheting" when making a turn, and the wheels would not respond to the direction of the steering wheel. Did not cause accident, but badly frightened the driver. Repair required replacement of the rack & pinion assembly plus the steering shaft (rusty) for a total cost of $1,300 (including $100 "fee" imposed by GM to be able to keep the failed parts). The failed parts are available for examination by NHTSA if needed.
The contact owns a 2004 Chevrolet Malibu. The contact stated that while driving at 45 mph, the steering wheel seized without warning. The vehicle was taken to an independent mechanic where it was diagnosed that the steering shaft was fractured and needed to be replaced. The vehicle was not repaired. The manufacturer was not notified of the failure and the VIN was included in NHTSA campaign number: 14V153000 (steering). The failure mileage was unknown.
The contact owns a 2004 Chevrolet Malibu. While driving at various speeds, the power steering warning indicator illuminated on the instrument panel. In extremely cold temperatures, the steering wheel would become stuck. The vehicle was taken to the dealer where it was diagnosed that the steering shaft exhibited signs of failure, but had not completely failed. The vehicle was not repaired. The manufacturer was not made aware of the failure. The failure mileage was 200,000. Updated 04/21/2016
The contact owns a 2004 Chevrolet Malibu. Whenever the vehicle was driven, the power steering failed and the steering wheel became difficult to turn. The vehicle was taken to a dealer where it was diagnosed that the power steering and the rack and pinion needed to be replaced. The repairs were done, but the failure recurred. The manufacturer was made aware of the failure. The failure mileage was 115,000.
Airbag light continues to come on. I've had this car since 1/31/2014.used. No accidents. Power steering went out. Took to GMC for recall. 2/2014 claimed it was fixed. 11/2014 steering wheel hard to turn..now the tires won't turn to the right. Loud clonking noise when I turn the steering. Tires won't turn..near accident. Had car since 1/2014.took for recalls 2/2014 7/2014 transmission died. 1000+ in repairs. This car is a safety hazard and I am still paying for this car. Something needs to be done so that I don't have to continue to come out of pocket and waste my money.
For the last 3-4 weeks my maintenance chime kept going off and a message saying power steering. And I noticed my steering wheel has either been really loose or another time I will need to use some force to turn. The steering wheel feels like it wants to give out at times. I took my car last year to get fixed twice when General Motors recalled my vehicle that involved the power steering. I took it to the dealer today and they confirmed it was indeed the recalled part.
The contact owns a 2004 Chevrolet Malibu. The contact stated that while driving at 35 mph, the steering wheel seized and the vehicle independently accelerated. As a result, the contact was unable to make a turn. The vehicle was not diagnosed or repaired. The manufacturer was not made aware of the failure. The failure mileage was 163,900.
The power steering locked while driving. The steering wheel locks and is hard to turn. There was a previous recall on the power steering. This vehicle has had 3 recalls. This time it is the power steering module.
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- Antioch, IL, USA