Problems with 2004 Chevrolet Malibu STEERING

Power steering failed at 2300 miles and 5000 miles. when the power steering failed, it was impossible to turn the steering wheel.*ak driver was heading home from work and had driven about 15 min. heard message board sound; saw 'power steering' on display; service light came on. a few seconds later, she had no power steering, but was able to drive car to side of road. turned the car off and restarted car a little later. power steering was working so she drove 12-15 minutes further when she lost power steering again (heard sound, saw message, and service engine light). pulled car over to side of road, restarted a little later and was able to drive car to dlr. left car at dealer, who said they would need 2-3 weeks to get part, but ended up calling back 5-6 days later and told her to pick it up. car fixed under warranty. same situation and warnings happened again on march 4, 2004. brought back to dlr,who said they had to reset a sensor. cat pe04031_cat

The consumer felt severe vibrations in the steering column. the vehicle could not be controlled normally by the steering column. the dealer examined the vehicle and replaced the steering column. the vehicle already had three steering columns replaced on the vehicle since february. the steering column recently locked up and caused the consumer to jump the curb and almost struck several pedestrians. there were no injuries involved but there was some damage done to the vehicles bumper. *la pe04031_cat

2004 malibu anti theft light and radio lock light illuminates, problem with seal on the rear left window. *ts the steering was stiff, the molding on the let rear window came out of place when the window was rolled up. the vehicle would vibrate while driving. there was a rubbing noise coming from the front of the vehicle, the check engine light illuminated several times, the temperature and fuel gauge light illuminated. the trunk would not open properly when using the remote. the vehicle started by itself and all the lights illuminated which caused the battery to die. *jb

While driving at any speed and without warning, the vehicle lost power steering. this problem happened four times in four months. the vehicle was taken to a dealer, who replaced the steering column unit. also, the abs light came on and the brakes made a screeching noise when depressed. the dealer replaced the abs module and front brake hubs. although the repairs had been done, the same problems recurred. *ak there were electrical failures with the dash dimmer switch and headlight dimmer, the keyless entry needed to be replaced and grease leaked from the left front wheel. *sc pe04031_cat *jb

I was in the middle of an intersection making a left turn, and my check engine" light engaged, my center information console read "power steering", and my steering became very stiff. i managed to get the vehicle to my home (less than 1 mile away), and had the vehicle towed to bob bell chevrolet (east point) location. the car was out of service until january 29, 2004, at which time i signed a repair order that states that the service department found "code 0545", and replaced the power steering column. this service as covered by my factory warranty, since the car was only 90 days old. on june 7, 2004, again while making a left turn in the middle of a very busy intersection (philadelphia road and rossville blvd in rosedale, md), my power steering failed in the same exact manner as the previous occurance. however, this was more serious because i nearly hit a ford f-150 head on. i had the vehicle again towed to bob bell chevrolet-eastpoint. they are now stating that the problem has been fixed again, but i am not picking the car up because i am too scared to drive it. i have filed a claim with the bbb, sent a certified letter to gmac (return receipt requested), and verbally filed a case with gmac customer relations (1-224-501-301).*ak pe04031_cat

While driving and turning to the left steering wheel failed. dealer notified. *ak while making a left turn at a major intersection at 15 mph the electrical system shut down which resulted in loss of power steering. the vehicle information screen indicated that there was a power steering failure. the vehicle was driven to a parking lot and turn off. when the vehicle was turned back on the power steering returned. to date the vehicle has not been repaired or replaced. *nm pe04031_cat

Within 6 weeks of purchasing this 2004 malibu and with less than 2000 miles on it, the power steering locked up. while driving home, a warning indicator appeared on the dash along with the words "power steering". i was able to drive the vehicle home, but there was virtually no power assist. the vehicle was in the dealer repair shop from december 31 until january 8. i had to make folllow up calls to the dealer who repeatedly told me the part was on back order. i was subsequently advised that a service bulletin was issued and the dealer made all repairs in accordance with that bulletin. the problem happened again on tuesday, april 6. (at 4098 miles) on my way home from work while driving on a major highway, the warning light went off, the steering column tightened up and the "power steering" message displayed on the dic. car has been returned to the dealership again. i have alerted the service manager and sales person of the situation and my intent to pursue my full rights under the state lemon law. also have experienced problems with key becoming stuck in the ignition and not releasing right away. that problem has yet to be addressed/fixed. *ak pe04031_cat

Consumer completely dissatisfied with his gm vehicle due to repeated problems with the vehicle. (nar) *ph *cb *jb

There is a rattling noise in the steering wheel when turning like something is loose. dealership serviced the vehicle twice before hearing the problem. dealership indicated a part needed to be replaced and ordered the part. the consumer has been waiting for 4 months for the dealership to receive the part and install it. *ak pe04031_cat

I was driving the steering column shut down on me while driving, the second time the steering column was jerking and the third time i could hear clunking noise coming from the vehicle. *nm

After putting the key in the ignition, it became stuck and was not able to be released right away. the consumer took the vehicle to the dealership several times, but the mechanic could not resolve the problem. *ak when the power steer locked up, the consumer had trouble turning the wheel. *cb *jb steering column and steering position sensor replacedcw. pe04031_cat

a knocking/clicking noise came from the steering wheel/column when turning. vehicle had been to the dealer, and dealer replaced steering shaft , but problem recurred. *ak *tc ea04018_cat deleted ea04018 annotation - have not validated this is second power steering loss incident cat

When turning steering wheel towards the right steering wheel locked up, causing the consumer to lose control of the vehicle. consumer took the vehicle to the dealership to be inspected. *ak when failure occurred, there was virtually no assist but drove the vehicle home. the next day the steering was normal. dealer replaced the steering column. repair order provided.cw *la pe04031_cat

While driving power steering failed. dealer was contacted, and replaced steering column twice.*ak pe04031_cat