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.
Electronic Stability Control · Steering
1. 2007 chevrolet malibu lt 2.2l 4 cylinder engine, problems with electric power steering. Upon start up of car it is very difficult to steer then problem goes away. This happens each time i start the car. Taking it to dealer to get diagnosis next week. This is a safety issue. *tr
ODI 10353862
Steering
Complaint is that the steering column shakes and power steering light goes on and stays on. Very difficult to drive. I took it dealership immediately on beltway 8 and 225 in houston, tx but was told even back then that cost was greater than car was worth. I've been driving it ever since with faulty steering because i cannot afford to fix and still pay car note. I know they have recalled some but they keep saying my…
ODI 10714430
Steering
Tl*the contact owns a 2007 chevrolet malibu. While driving 5 mph and various other speeds, the steering wheel jerked back and forth, locked and would pull the vehicle to the left or right. The contact shut the engine off and restarted it which would reset the power steering. The vehicle was taken to an authorized dealer who stated that there were no related recalls and repairs would be at her expense. The…
ODI 10360103
Steering
This incident report should actually count as three complaints, since the power steering failure on this car has happened three times. The first time was on 8/13/10, mileage 14950. The second time was on 3/17/11, mileage 18001. The third time was yesterday, 6/2/14, mileage 49852, this is getting to be ridiculous that i keep having to replace the power steering unit on this vehicle. Counting the original, this will…
ODI 10606373
Steering
Steering at low speeds the wheel locks up and cant be turned. *tr
ODI 10454235
Steering
Tl* the contact owns a 2007 chevrolet malibu. While driving at approximately 45 mph while turning left, a chime sounded and the steering wheel seized. The failure recurred numerous times. The vehicle was taken to a dealer where it was diagnosed that the steering column needed to be replaced. The vehicle was repaired, but the failure recurred. The manufacturer was made aware of the failure and stated that the vin was…
ODI 10732916
Steering
This problem is for a 2007 chevy malibu. I read online about several problems with the electric steering module. My problem and others are the steering will shake from left to right during idle. Also, when im driving the steering wheel will get stuck like if someone took over it. There are a lot of google incidents that are posted about this problem and gm should have a recall of that problem. Happens daily. *tr
ODI 10346288
Steering
Power steering assist fails randomly. Seems to occur in warm weather and more frequently at lower speeds such as low speed turns, however has failed at highway speed while driving in straight line. Shutting the car off and restarting the vehicle restores the power steering for a period of time. *tr
ODI 10341398
Steering
Tl*the contact owns a 2007 chevrolet malibu. While driving approximately 40 to 45 mph the power steering light came on. He drove to a service station to check his power steering fluid and noticed that it was empty. The contain stated that he has not taken the vehicle to a repair shop but he called the manufacturer. The manufacturer advised him that he had to pay for the repairs since there were no related recalls…
ODI 10342313
Steering
There are two issues which are occurring with the steering in this vehicle. First, when the car is or is not moving (any speed) the steering wheel "twitches" and moves on it's own. Second, without warning, the vehicle's steering assist stop's working 100% and there is total lost in the power steering. This is the most concerning because it happens while turning corners and while going down the highway at high…
ODI 10490830
Steering
Tl* the contact owns a 2007 chevrolet malibu. While driving at 35 mph, the contact heard an unusual pop from the front end of the vehicle. The dealer inspected the vehicle and advised the immediate steering shaft was defective. The dealer advised the contact he would be responsible for partial repairs. The contact did not believe he should be held liable for any of the repair. The manufacturer was not contacted. The…
ODI 10343480
Steering
I was driving my 2007 chevy malibu on a highway traveling at approx. 40 mph when suddenly the steering went out. I was able to regain control of the vehicle after a few seconds. It was as if my power steering failed. *tr
ODI 10340417
Steering
Since my 2007 malibu lease began, i have complained the front end doesn't feel right and took it in for this even. But in june 2010, driving on highway - it was raining, my car began to fishtail, i was not worried, i pulled out no problem, again- it did this, no problem but suddenly the steering wheel very quickly started jerking back and forth and i couldn't hold onto it, it moved so fast !!. The steering wheel…
Crash reported · 1 injury
ODI 10349749
Service Brakes · Steering · Suspension
When braking for a stop the car shudders and shakes. The steering wheel vibrates and the sounds are horrible. It sounds as if the dashboard is going to fall out on your lap. We have had the brakes serviced on multiple occasions (rotors replaced, turned) and at one time the front axle was replaced being suspected of being bent. (it wasn't. Cost $1600.00+) there are many stories of this occurrence on the internet…
ODI 10559351
Steering
2007 chevy malibu power steering failed when leaving gas station. Had to restart engine several times before it started working again. Happened only occasionally at first but then started happening almost every trip. Replaced power steering motor with used one but problem still there. Dangerous-happens with no warning in curves and on straight. *tr
ODI 10359382
Steering
2007 chevy malibu lt i4, about 45,000 mile. From 2010 summer, steering wheel keeps shaking left and right, may lose power steering assistance and cause crash. Called chevy and being told not under powertrain warranty. *tr
ODI 10356127
Steering
The power steering seems to come in and out intermittently. While driving, the steering wheel gets looser and tighter and the turn response varies. I have been unable to diagnose the exact problem. Power steering assist sensor is what a few people have mentioned to me about it. I haven't had any accidents due to this, but it is scary. *tr
ODI 10342489
Electric Power Assist System · Steering
2005-2007 chevy malibu steering issue. Nhtsa recall #10v073000 pertains to cobalt, this is also a malibu issue and should also be included in the recall as this is the same problem we all are experiencing. *tr
Crash reported
ODI 10335050
Steering
I purchased a 2007 chevy malibu in march 2008 and the steering wheel was shaking to the left from the first day i purchased it and when it was checked by the dealer, i was told that it was normal and that it was due to the electronic power steering used in this model as apposed to the hydraulic steering in the previous years. Aside from the steering wheel pulling to the left, there was no problem until a month ago…
Crash reported
ODI 10335024
Steering
I started the car to cool off during a hot day, and the steering wheel started twitching back and forth, and while driving the steering will lock up, or twitch back and forth. I've taken it to 2 chevy dealers and it's going to cost around $900 to fix. They claim that it's a common occurrence, and they are constantly fixing this issue. *tr
ODI 10334292
Steering
Tl* the contact owns a 2007 chevrolet malibu. The contact stated that while driving 35 and making a left turn, the steering wheel became difficult to turn. The vehicle was taken to the dealer for inspection and they stated that power steering assist failed and needed to be replaced. The vehicle was repaired but the failure recurred. The manufacturer was notified of the failure. The failure mileage was 84,000.
ODI 10583160
Steering
Tl*the contact owns a 2007 chevrolet malibu. While driving 35 mph the contact noticed that the power steering light appeared on the instrument panel and within a few minutes, the vehicle no longer had power steering. The vehicle was taken to a local mechanic where who stated that the steering column needed to be replaced. The vehicle was not repaired. The failure mileage was 100,000 and the current mileage was…
ODI 10344094
Steering
Tl*the contact owns a 2007 chevrolet malibu. The contact was driving approximately 25 mph when the power steering failed which caused the contact to lose control of the steering wheel into someones yard. The failure occurred whenever the vehicle was in operation. The vehicle was taken to an authorized dealer. There were not related recalls. The technician stated that there would be a service charge for the repairs…
ODI 10322982
Steering
I own a 2007 chevy malibu i have been having steering failure. Research shows recall on later models for same issue but not 2007. The steering will completely fail without notice. I feel this is a very big safety concern and gm says no complaints of my problem. They will investigate but from all research i have done gm will not do anything for this obvious manufacturing defect. I guess when a death occurs they may…
ODI 10394299
Steering
I have had my malibu for 3 years and i have 119,000 miles on it. After about 90,000 miles there was a popping clunking in the steering when i turn left or rights and when in reverse. Repair shop says a bulletin was issued by gm and they have the part to fix it. Cost is about 300.00. There are many other reports of this problem on your site. *tr
ODI 10313565