2007 Chevrolet Malibu Steering Problems
- 590
- 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 590 stored complaint records:
- 18 indicate a crash
- 10 indicate injury
- 0 indicate fire
What owners report
- Electric Power Assist System · 6 records
Mileage in stored records
| Band | Records |
|---|---|
| 100–150k mi | 178 |
| 60–100k mi | 154 |
| 150–400k mi | 100 |
| 30–60k mi | 78 |
| 1–30k mi | 18 |
Complaint records
Owner-submitted complaint content, presented as stored.
Steering
Tl* the contact owns a 2007 chevrolet malibu. The contact stated that while reversing, the steering wheel became difficult to turn. The contact had to apply excessive force to the steering wheel in order to turn the vehicle. In addition, the power steering warning light illuminated and the steering wheel moved independently. The vehicle was taken to a dealer. The technician diagnosed that the torque sensor and the…
ODI 10684105
Steering
Tl* the contact owns a 2007 chevrolet malibu. The contact stated that while driving at various speeds, the vehicle hesitated to accelerate and the power steering warning light illuminated. The vehicle was taken to the dealer, who diagnosed that the power steering module needed to be replaced. The vehicle was repaired but the failure recurred several years after the repair. The failure mileage was 52,754. Updated…
ODI 10664389
Steering
My wife was making a left hand turn in our 2007 chevy malibu when the power steering assist went out making the car very hard to steer (nearly crashed). The radio display on the center dash displays "power steering". The power steering just randomly goes out. When the car is turned off and then turned back on the power steering works again. A few turns later the power steering goes out again. This is extremely…
ODI 10664686
Electrical System · Steering
My vehicle's steering wheel locked up, making it very hard to steer the vehicle left or right, and a message went across my screen reading "power steering". When my steering wheel is not locked up, it continuously jumps in my hands. I am pretty sure this is all due to the electric power steering giving out, just like in the recalls given for the other chevrolet malibus, unfortunately, my 2007 was one of the models…
ODI 10664165
Steering
Temporarily lost control of vehicle veering off to the left across yellow line, luckily another vehicle was not in lane. This issue/problem is intermittent and almost on a weekly basis. *tr
ODI 10664172
Steering
Tl* the contact owns a 2007 chevrolet malibu. While driving at 25 mph, the steering wheel seized. The vehicle was not diagnosed or repaired. The manufacturer was notified of the failure. The failure mileage was unknown.
ODI 10704915
Steering
We had tried several times to get our car fixed from the safety recall notice, but the dealership either said we don't have the parts available, or didn't think there was a recall in effect for our car (despite having the letter). On three occasions the steering locked, making it difficult to turn tight corners, one time resulting in a scrape on the bumper. Frustrating as we have tried to rectify this, but have been…
Crash reported
ODI 10663377
Steering
Tl* the contact owns a 2007 chevrolet malibu. While driving 65 mph, the power steering warning light illuminated. The vehicle was taken to an independent mechanic who diagnosed that the steering column needed to be replaced. The vehicle was not repaired. The manufacturer stated that the vehicle was not included in nhtsa campaign number: 14e044000 (steering). The failure mileage was 109,528. ..updated 01/22/15
ODI 10663773
Steering
The power steering comes & goes. At this point i have no power steering! *tr
ODI 10662741
Steering
Tl* the contact owns a 2007 chevrolet malibu. While the vehicle was parked and the steering wheel was turned, the contact heard a loud abnormal noise without warning. The contact mentioned that the failure occurred when driving. The vehicle was not diagnosed or repaired. The manufacturer was not notified of the failure. The approximate failure mileage was 42,000.
ODI 10692051
Steering
While driving kids to school the steering just went out. I almost ran off the road as it was icy. I was only able to gain the steering back after i restarted the several times. This is my 17 year old daughter's car. Had this happened while she was driving her brothers to school, they would have undoubtedly had an accident. This part cost over $600 to repair and the dealer indicated that it is a 'known issue' and…
ODI 10679908
Steering
Tl* the contact owns a 2007 chevrolet malibu. The contact stated that while driving at 65 mph, the power steering seized and excessive force was used to maneuver the vehicle as the power steering light illuminated. The failure recurred twice. The vehicle was taken to an independent mechanic where it was diagnosed that the power steering torque sensor needed to be replaced. The vehicle was not repaired. The vin was…
ODI 10672914
Steering
Tl* the contact owns a 2007 chevrolet malibu. While driving various speeds, the power steering warning light suddenly displayed. The power steering malfunctioned and the steering wheel became very difficult to turn. After turning off the engine and restarting the vehicle, the power steering would operate as normal before eventually malfunctioning again. The vehicle was not diagnosed or repaired. The manufacturer was…
ODI 10660087
Steering
Driving down hwy going about 70mil pre hour and my power steering went out and i lost total control of my car. Was able to pull over without hurting myself or anyone else. Check recall and found out my car wasn't a recall but all other malibu was this is a big problem and really need to be address on 2007 malibu before someone get killed and i pray its not me. Thanks *tr
ODI 10703445
Steering
While drive the power steering went out while turning and almost crashed. Thankfully i was able to stop in time. *tr
ODI 10659745
Steering
Tl* the contact owns a 2007 chevrolet malibu. While driving various speeds, the steering wheel seized without warning. The vehicle was coasted to the side of the road. The engine was turned off and restarted. The vehicle was able to resume oepration with slight force being applied to the steering wheel. The vin was not included in nhtsa campaign number: 15v064000 (steering). The vehicle was not repaired. The…
ODI 10852459
Steering
Chevy malibu recall. My power steering goes out in the middle of me driving. It is a real safety hazzard when i never know when it will go out! My vin # is not on the list to get fixed but fits the recall description! I even had this problem before the recall accrued and had the problemost confirmed by a gm specialist. Please add my vin to the list so my safety is not in danger when i drive!
ODI 10816740
Steering
POWER STEERING FAILED WITHOUT NOTICE. *TR
ODI 10653488
Steering
I have had my car for about 4 months. Two weeks ago i was driving up hill and trying to go around a corner. In putting on the brake to accelerate my car started beeping, my steering wheel locked and wouldn't let me turn, and power steering flashed across my radio. I let off the gas and my steering wheel unlocked but as soon as i touched the gas pedal again same thing happened. I missed going off the road by inches.…
ODI 10652051
Steering
Tl* the contact owns a 2007 chevrolet malibu. The contact stated that the steering wheel seized while driving 65 mph. The contact had to manually turn the steering wheel to pull the vehicle over to the side of the road. The contact was able to restart the vehicle and the steering returned to normal. The dealer was not contacted. The manufacturer informed the contact that the vehicle was salvaged and nothing could be…
ODI 11141908
Steering
Chevy malibu recall. My power steering goes out in the middle of me driving. It is a real safety hazzard when i never know when it will go out! My vin # is not on the list to get fixed but fits the recall description! I even had this problem before the recall accrued and had the problem confirmed by a gm specialist. Please add my vin to the list so my safety is not in danger when i drive! *js
ODI 10817052
Steering
It is extremely hard to turn my steering wheel. I was told by a chevy dealer mechanic that my electric assist steering is not working. For some reason, my 2007 malibu is not covered by the recall even though it is having the same issues as the other 2007 malibus included in the recall. *tr
ODI 10712136
Steering
I got a recall for my 2007 chevy malibu to fix a safety problem with brake lights. My vehicle was experiencing no problems when i took it to the dealer to have the recall work done, but i just wanted to keep it safe. However, about a mile after leaving the dealer, and on my way home, i went to make a left hand turn and the power steering failed. The car became very hard to steer and it was all i could do to keep it…
ODI 10654618
Steering
My car has been flashing the power steering icon intermittently, the alarm will cease if you turn the car off and back on. Just a few days ago i noticed the power steering going out. The steering wheel will jerk to the left if you go faster than 55 mph. It will also shake to the right and left while in park. It becomes difficult to keep my car in its lane, and is quite terrifying. I went to the dealership to find…
ODI 10639094
Steering · Suspension
When driving or turning car there is a clunking, cracking noises coming from under car. When driving on highway the car pulls to the other side or jerks. I brought car used and the cracking clunking noises is getting worse. I need to know if this a recall because it will cost a lot to fix it.
ODI 10884428