Problems with 2009 Chevrolet HHR STEERING

The vehicle has started losing power steering at low speeds intermittently. in researching the problem, a recall on the electronic power steering for this 2009 hhr was found. in addition, i found that gm issued a bulletin (14119) under recall n140115, stating that for model year 2006-2008 and early production 2009 hhrs, to provide eps motor replacement for the life of the vehicle. since i have not had this vehicle since 2009, i contacted the dealership to look up the recall history and found the eps motor was replaced once already. however, this late 2008 production/mid-2009 delivery hhr is losing power steering at low speeds again. while myself and teenage daughter have driven it on the road. the dealership could get no diagnostic code of this and has told me there is no open recall on this vehicle and we are responsible for paying for the motor replacement. i am very disturbed that this problem 1. generates no code, 2. is being unacknowledged by gm, and 3. seems to be an on-going threat to safety for many hhr drivers. gm has made a mistake in not including my make/model (or so it seems) in the bulletin pertaining to replacing the ...

Have owned 1- 2008 & 1-2009 hhr ss with 2.0l turbo charger and manual 5 speed trans,and right at 100,000 miles the front suspension makes a horrendous noise like the front suspension is going fall out from under it when hitting small bumps . also if you move the steering wheel back and forth it will make a very similar noise. the 2008 got totaled from a lady pulling out in front of me had changed the sway bar end links prior to accident made no change. meeting the same mileage on the 2009 and already making the same exact noise . almost afraid to drive it on the freeway for fearing of loosing the steering and killing anyone. i have read up on this concern and have seen alot of people with same noise and have spent 1,000s of dollars and noise still there. you would think someone would have been able to correct the problem before there are deaths involved but even the dealership can't find the fix. really feel like this should be investigated at once, can't believe that there hasn't been a recall done yet.

I have had my hhr 2009 for a year now and i've changed the brakes twice within two weeks..the first set was still new but it kept making grinding noises and roaring noises when i press down on brakes... my steering wheel shakes like crazy i really do love my car and i wanna get the problem resolved asap.

My 2009 hhr has a problem with the shift gear sticking and not releasing to put it in drive or reverse also i bet problems where the car is revving up while driving and then jerks like someone is hitting it from behind i took it into bachman chevrolet to have it fixed and they said it was fixed it is now doing the same problem again i'm afraid i'm going to be hit while driving when it starts jerking and hesitating and the engine is revving while in drive not sure what is going on while i'm driving.

2009 chevy hhr had problems with stick gear stuck and will not move on position to dr or rev for several minutes. car has been hesitating and racing to then jerks like i'm being hit. happens everyone i press on the gas . i took it into bauchman chevrolet to have serviced and was told it was fixed 2 weeks later it is doing it again. it almost caused a rear end due to hesitation. i need to get this fixed by dealership. others have reported same issues .

Tl* the contact owns a 2009 chevrolet hhr. while driving 35 mph, the power steering assist failed to operate. the contact stated that the check engine indicator illuminated; but not the eps indicator. the vehicle was taken to jennings beardstown chevrolet, buick, gmc (61 plaza dr., beardstown, il 62618, (217) 323-2322), but was not diagnosed or repaired. the manufacturer was not made aware of the failure. the failure mileage was 12,278.

The steering wheel turns to right by itself while driving slow. i have to hold the steering while real tight and firm to stop it from turning right. on aug 26 2017 at 5pm, i was ready to make a slight right turn, but the steering wheel took control over me, the car turned right by itself before i turned the steering wheel. this morning while driving in slow traffic, the steering wheel turned towards right, i had put strength and hold firm and strong with my hands on steering wheel to stop it from turning right by itself. while driving fast, i felt the steering wheel vibrate towards right and heard vibrating sound...it could be life threatening if the steer wheel is out of control.

The var jerks when it reaches gear changes and makes it harder to steer and the check engin light stays on. shows error code u0101

The car lost some steering and speed all happened while i was driving the car.

Tl* the contact owns a 2009 chevrolet hhr. while reversing at a low speed, the power steering warning indicator illuminated and the steering wheel became difficult to maneuver. the vehicle was taken to a dealer, but was not diagnosed or repaired. the manufacturer was notified of the failure. the vin was not included in nhtsa campaign number: 14v153000 (power steering). the failure mileage was 91,000.

Tl* the contact owns a 2009 chevrolet hhr. when the contact started to drive the vehicle, the power steering seized. the vehicle was taken to an independent mechanic where it was diagnosed that there was no power going to the steering. the vehicle was not repaired. the vin was included in nhtsa campaign number: 14v153000 (steering). the manufacturer was made aware of the failure. the failure mileage was approximately 75,000.

Tl* the contact owns a 2009 chevrolet hhr. shortly after purchasing the vehicle, the manufacturer stated that the vehicle was included in four recalls. the contact was advised to have the vehicle receive the recall repairs despite no failures occurring. once the vehicle received the recall repair for the power steering and had the power steering assist motor replaced, the power steering failed. the following day, while driving approximately 5 mph, the power steering failed without warning. the contact parked the vehicle and restarted the vehicle; however, the power steering was still inoperable. the vehicle was taken to the dealer who informed the contact that they were able to repair the vehicle; however, the diagnostic results were not provided. the vehicle was repaired; however, the contact was unsure of what was replaced. the failure recurred. the vehicle was not repaired. the approximate failure mileage was 126,000.

Went to back hhr out of my garage and the brake pedal was rock hard with no give. power steering has no power and the exc light is on. not safe to drive at all. i have had numerous problems with this car. the ignition, air bags, brakes, door lock actuators...the list goes on. this one takes the cake due to safety concerns. *tr

Tl* the contact owns a 2009 chevrolet hhr. the contact stated that the dealer was contacted in reference to nhtsa campaign numbers: 14v047000 (electrical system), 14v171000 (electrical system), and 14v153000 (steering). the contact indicated that the warning lamp illuminated for the air bag and remained lit. the vehicle was not diagnosed. the manufacturer was notified of the failure and was unable to provide a reasonable date to perform the recall repairs. the approximate failure mileage was 84,000.

Tl* the contact owns a 2009 chevrolet hhr. the contact stated that after the vehicle being serviced under nhtsa campaign number: 14e021000 (electrical system), the engine failed to start after several attempts and that the steering wheel seized. the vehicle was not diagnosed or repaired. the manufacturer was notified of the failure. the approximate failure mileage was unknown.