2006 Chevrolet Malibu Electric Power Assist System Problems
- 10
- 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 10 stored complaint records:
- 1 indicate a crash
- 0 indicate injury
- 0 indicate fire
What owners report
- power steering · 9 records
- steering wheel · 6 records
Mileage in stored records
| Band | Records |
|---|---|
| 30–60k mi | 4 |
| 1–30k mi | 3 |
| 60–100k mi | 2 |
| 100–150k mi | 1 |
Complaint records
Owner-submitted complaint content, presented as stored.
Electric Power Assist System · Steering
Tl* the contact owns a 2006 chevrolet malibu. The contact stated that while exiting a parking lot, the vehicle exhibited an abnormally loud noise as the power steering failed. The contact took the vehicle to the dealer and was told that the electronic power assist was failing. The contact stated that no warning lights were illuminated, but the clock and radio had to be reset when the failure occurred. The failure…
ODI 10445004
Electric Power Assist System
Tl* the contact owns a 2006 chevrolet malibu. While driving approximately 10 mph, the contact attempted to turn the steering wheel but it became difficult to maneuver. The failure recurred intermittently. The vehicle was taken to an independent mechanic for diagnostic testing. The mechanic stated that the electronic power steering module would have to be replaced and informed the contact of a voluntary recall for…
ODI 10453925
Electric Power Assist System · Engine And Engine Cooling
Tl* the contact owns a 2006 chevrolet malibu. The contact stated that while changing lanes on a smooth road surface, the vehicle felt like it was driving over a groove. The steering wheel also seized and there was an increase in engine rpms, nearly causing a crash. The vehicle was taken to an authorized dealer where they stated the ignition coil assembly and the ground strap would need to be replaced. The vehicle…
ODI 10418515
Electric Power Assist System
Tl* the contact owns a 2006 chevrolet malibu. The contact stated the steering wheel would intermittently lock while attempting a turn. The contact would shut off the vehicle and when restarting, the power steering would reset itself. The dealer performed a diagnostic test and advised that the steering wheel torque input sensor would need to be replaced. There was not a recall for the failure. The manufacturer…
ODI 10346162
Electric Power Assist System
Tl* the contact owns a 2006 chevrolet malibu. While driving at speeds of 5 mph, the power steering failed. The dealer advised the electronic power steering assist would need to be replaced at the owners expense. The vehicle was not repaired and the vin was not available. The current and failure mileages were 54000.
ODI 10329752
Electric Power Assist System
Tl* the contact owns a 2006 chevrolet malibu. While driving at approximately 40 mph, the steering wheel locked and the power steering warning light illuminated on the dashboard. The vehicle was pulled over and upon restart, operated as normal. The vehicle was taken to an authorized dealer where the electric power steering module was replaced. The failure recurred at 25,700 miles and was not taken in to be examined.…
ODI 10334032
Electric Power Assist System
I purchased the 2006 malibu 11/2006. Since that time, the right front speaker has been replaced, the interior dome light fixture replaced, the electric steering column is inoperable and needs to be replaced. The steering makes a thumping noise when turning and pulls to the left. I am opting to purchase another vehicle as this car is a safety hazard. I don't know what will go wrong next. *tr
ODI 10224877
Electric Power Assist System
Tl*the contact owns a 2006 chevrolet malibu. While driving 25 mph, the power steering failed. The vehicle was taken to the dealer, but they could not duplicate the failure. The purchase date was unknown. Updated 02-19-08 *bf. The current mileage was 9,000 and failure mileage was 8,990. Updated 02/19/08 *tr
ODI 10216878
Electric Power Assist System
On friday nov.16,2007 at approximately 8:30am while i was trying to back out of my driveway,the powersteering in my 2006 malibu stopped working and i sideswiped my husbands car, scratched the driver's side of the malibu and cracked the hub cap. I contacted roadside service to pickup the malibu at my residence. . Once the malibu arrived at frank z cheverolet,where i purchased the vehicle, the service dept. Rep.…
Crash reported
ODI 10211297
Electric Power Assist System
Tl*the contact owns a 2006 chevrolet malibu. While attempting to make a gradual right turn with the accelerator pedal depressed, the steering wheel spun out of the contacts hands. The failure occurred while driving 15 mph and nearly caused a crash. The failure has occurred several times before in less dangerous scenarios. The dealer stated that the computer does that when it senses the wheels are not straight. The…
ODI 10196830