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Steering shaft column torque sensor assembly part on 2008 4 cylinder Malibu replaced by Chevrolet dealer in Oct, 2014 as part of Chevrolet recall # N140115 at about 75,000 miles of use -it was still functioning properly when replaced. The replacement part was redesigned but required replacement after only another 49,000 miles by the same redesigned part. Perhaps the recall remedy would have been more effective had the power steering motor controller unit also been replaced at about 75000 miles as recall # N140115 specified it could have been.
Transmission 123 gear slips changes on own try to accelerate stalls downshifts stalls also transmission control module been told will happen when trying to speed up or complete stop or reverse the turning signals will have to be manually stopped interfering with driving barley make. Sound sometimes forget the are on still cruise control totally waked out does what ever it want speed or slows on own I do know of one current recall I've made several attempts to call w no return messages the transmission control module need replaced because the solenoids keep getting stuck 123 mine also the core fee for this is unbelievable 300-600 for the core fee..why are these being sold for prices of 500-1000$ if the are being refurbished seems to be a hot item to even find used or new if U could afford it.. these GM transmission issues are everywhere.... why are the no recalls.. this is very unsafe shift failure 45ph to 15ph in a sec.. or nothing the dealerships are very hard to deal with if you just want a part or info a transmission control module part # 12678511 recall 14V224000 # 14145 dellen Chevrolet 317 462-5591 made a few calls w no response to schedule been 7 days now. Stanley Chevrolet penalton in. Justin would not allowe a part # to me unless 120.$ diagnostic then tolde to get out after a few words exchange so I paid for a diagnostic twice neither through GM they told me the repair would be 1300$ over the phone doug at dellen Chevrolet I thk that's name gave me quote over phone.. so there's much more the transmission and solenoids in theses cars should be recalled or flashed fixed and if U read it's been going on since 2004 and now the new and newer one still same problems I've had to stop oil over restart car put in neutral to shift rpms get high I live in a small town walkers to diners etc..needs attn into
When I drive the car sometimes I get a message on my dash that says service traction control and service power steering. When the service power steering message comes on the speedometer says error and I cannot see how fast I'm going and the car stays in first gear.
Power steering stopped working when stopped to make a left turn across 3 lanes of traffic, when clear.it did not work in the 3 miles to home. It was frightening. I drove to the repair shop(non dealer).they quoted a repair cost and indicated there had been an expired bulletin. I told them to repair the vehicle. Total charges were $708.30. The part replaced, #23232310 was replaced by the GM dealer on Mar 03,2015 @78,311 miles on bulletin # 14117 at no charge without any previous issues. Requested total refund from dealer - they said call GM - (case #[xxx])who said the period of 10 years/150,000 miles had expired. Am I without recourse in this matter" a good part lasted almost 7 years, replaced by a part that lasted 5+ years. I wonder if this new part will correct the problem or is it a design problem? will you help me" information redacted pursuant to the Freedom Of Information Act (FOIA), 5 U.S.C. 552(B)(6).
Came home from work, parked my car. Everything was normal. Next day I went to start it and leave for work. When I turned on the car, the power steering alert appeared in the information center. Very hard to steer. Thought it just needed some power steering fluid but learned this car does not take any. Started doing some research and found out that many people have issues with this car and power steering.
The contact owns a 2008 Chevrolet Malibu. The contact stated that while driving steering wheel wobbles and when at a stop light the vehicle stalled. In addition, the contact stated that the wiring harness was bulb was replaced on four different occasions. The contact also mention the rear signal inside the vehicle would click very fast and that the ABS warning light stayed illuminated. The vehicle was taken to an independent mechanic and was diagnosed but was not repaired. The vehicle was not taken to a dealer. The manufacturer was not made aware of the failure. The failure mileage was approximately 136,006.
Power steering is not working just in the last week. Sometimes it works but the steering wheel shakes even when I'm not moving the car. Other times it doesnt work at all.
Random lose of electric power steering, on highway at freeway speeds.. the steering wheel will lock and cause you to be unable to keep the car in control.. I've contacted General Motors after being advised this was and is a known issue and in most cases is covered under recalls and extended coverage. They said this vehicle wasn't covered
Electric steering goes out while driving. Was a recall for this in 2014 for some of the 2008 Malibu but dealership say not my vehicle even though that's the problem its having.
My electric locks are locking and unlocking randomly and the power steering goes out with message on dash. There is no powersteering until I turn the car off and back on then last for a undetermined amount of time.
Power steering sensor kit failure, known issue on this GM model and there was a recall for this year model on this issue yet didn't cover this VIN number, it is my belief that the recall for this issue wasnt wide enough to include this VIN # part replacement P/N 23232310 $708.73
When I start my car, the steering wheel is locked up and a message stating "power steering" comes across the main screen. My vehicle was stationary. The issue only continues to get worse over time, and the current recall for this doesn't seem to cover my VIN number or yield an open recall. It is possible the person who had this car before me had the issue fixed and it is now happening again. Only after restarting the vehicle multiple times am I able to turn the wheel all the while it shakes back and forth as if there's an issue with the steering column.
The contact owns a 2008 Chevrolet Malibu. While driving at a slow rate of speed, the power steering ceased to operate. The power steering warning indicator illuminated after the failure. The contact was able to restart the vehicle and resume normal operation. The dealer and manufacturer were not notified of the failure. The contact associated the failure with NHTSA campaign number: 14V153000 (steering), but the VIN was not included in the recall. The vehicle had not been repaired. The failure mileage was 103,000.
The power steering goes out without warning. A "power steering" alert comes up on the dash and the power steering goes out. This can happen after putting it in park or while driving slow, fast, straight or turning.
Steering will lock up sometimes it say power steering on warning, sometimes the traction control light comes on I can correct by putting in park shutting off the vehicle and restarting, then it goes back to normal operation - I am worried I might get rear ended if I can't get over in time this has happened several times but most recently three times last week and so far twice this week happens when going into a turn
If I drive real fast whenever it rain it'll say power steering service traction off my car would slid as I pull off from a complete stop. It's hard for my car to turn and it's triggering my check engine light.on the highway wheels and tires shake
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- Norristown, PA, USA