2004 Chevrolet Malibu Steering Problems
- 684
- Owner complaint records in our dataset
Records are owner complaints, not a measured failure rate.
Owner complaint recordsComplaint records reflect reports in our dataset and do not measure how frequently the problem occurs across all vehicles.
Among these 684 stored complaint records:
- 25 indicate a crash
- 9 indicate injury
- 0 indicate fire
What owners report
- Electric Power Assist System · 110 records
- Column · 14 records
- Rack And Pinion · 2 records
Mileage in stored records
| Band | Records |
|---|---|
| 60–100k mi | 168 |
| 1–30k mi | 137 |
| 100–150k mi | 137 |
| 30–60k mi | 85 |
| 150–400k mi | 56 |
Complaint records
Owner-submitted complaint content, presented as stored.
Steering
Tl* the contact owns a 2004 chevrolet malibu. While attempting to park the vehicle at approximately 2 mph, the steering ability seized. The vehicle was towed to an independent mechanic where it was diagnosed that the steering column needed replacement. The dealer was not contacted. The manufacturer was notified of the failure. The vehicle was repaired. The approximate failure mileage was 150,000.
ODI 11065300
Steering
Tl* the contact owns a 2004 chevrolet malibu. While driving 30 mph, the service engine soon warning indicator illuminated and the power steering failed. The vehicle was not taken to be diagnosed. A dealer was not contacted. The vehicle was not included in nhtsa campaign number: 14v153000 (steering). The vehicle was not repaired. The manufacturer was not notified of the failure. The approximate failure mileage was…
ODI 11064152
Steering
Power steering has issues. Receives a power steering fault on display. Steering wheel oscillates and locks up. If the component fails completely power steering control will be lost. This is a known issue for this year make model of vehicle. Torque sensor failure recalls exist. Being told that this known problem is not covered for repair.
ODI 11052238
Steering
While driving the lights went dim and the steering was hard, the information panel on the car said "power steering", the car finally stopped running and had to jump start the car. This has happened five times now. Gm says there is no recall on this but i noticed several recalls similar to this and with a lifetime service to replace the electric assist
ODI 11041128
Steering
My power streeing keeps going out and the streeing wheel shake by itself while im drvingi have to turn the car off os the power streeing to go back on. When i back up out of a parking space or anywhere really my streeing wheel locks up and shoots to the opposite direction. There is an ex warranty for the 2005 chevy malibu for the exact same part the part are the same. Power streeing asst.
ODI 11033072
Steering
Tl* the contact owns a 2004 chevrolet malibu. While driving approximately 15 mph, the steering wheel became loose and made a clunking and rattling noise. While driving over a bump and making turns, the steering wheel rattled and felt very loose. The vehicle was taken to an independent mechanic where it was diagnosed that the rack and pinion and intermediate shaft failed and needed to be replaced. The vehicle was not…
ODI 11055325
Electrical System · Steering · Vehicle Speed Control
Power steering repeatedly goes out while driving. Blinkers only work sometimes. Cruise control does not engage. I lost power steering going down a busy highway.
ODI 11013563
Steering
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…
ODI 10986111
Steering
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.
ODI 10979718
Electrical System · Engine · Steering
Tl* 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…
ODI 10984696
Steering
My malibu would lose power steering while driving. If i shut off the car and started it back up, the power steering would be back. I then got a recall notice about the issue so i took it in. The power steering worked for a couple years then suddenly went out completely. I can now no longer get the issue fixed. It's worse than it was. I don't know what options i have.
ODI 11088737
Steering
Tl* 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.…
ODI 10984889
Steering · Suspension
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…
ODI 10972010
Steering
I purchased my used 2004 chevrolet malibu november 23, 2016, the day before christmas. I was in motion merging into philadelphia's schuykill exp when my steering wheel locked in place for 2-3 seconds as i was going over 55 mph on a slight turn. I remember the wrench lighting up in the top left corner of the dashboard and reading 'power steering' message on my the screen. The steering wheel stiffens as if you have…
ODI 11165052
Steering
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?
ODI 10935028
Electrical System · Electronic Stability Control · Fuel System, Gasoline · Power Train · Seats · Steering · Suspension · Vehicle Speed Control
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…
ODI 10939475
Steering
Tl* 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…
ODI 10898642
Steering
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…
ODI 10883649
Electrical System · Steering
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.
ODI 11010998
Steering
Tl* 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…
ODI 10862710
Steering
Tl* 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…
ODI 10837857
Steering
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…
ODI 10810389
Steering
Tl* 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.
ODI 10821181
Steering
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.
ODI 10780674
Steering
Tl* the contact owns a 2004 chevrolet malibu. The contact stated that while driving approximately 15 mph, the vehicle stalled without warning. The vehicle was restarted and resumed normally. The failure occurred after the vehicle was repaired under nhtsa campaign number: 15v340000 (steering). The manufacturer was not notified of the failure. The approximate failure mileage was 83,000.
ODI 10763134