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
Loss of power steering. Happened 3 times in 3 months so far. Called local dealer and sounds like same issue as the cobalt. Said no recall because different components. *tr
ODI 10319223
Electrical System · Steering
Tl* the contact owns a 2007 chevrolet malibu. The contact stated that the power steering assist failed with the illumination of the power steering warning light. The contact stated that the steering wheel became hard to turn. The electronic power steering assist was previously replaced however the failure was not corrected. The manufacturer advised the contact that the vehicle was not included in nhtsa campaign…
ODI 10576342
Steering
I was driving my car and the power steering lock up it was hard for me to turn and a display appear on my radio power steering so i took the car to the dealer and they diagnosed it stating that the power steering motor had went out and something about the steering column the shaft was bad this was in 2010. Again i was driving my car this is in 2014 the same thing happen i take the car to the same dealer and they…
ODI 10664442
Electrical System · Steering
I purchase this car in 2009 in 2010 i was driving and the steering wheel lock up and then there was a display on the radio power steering i did not have any power steering. So i take the car to the dealer to see what going on and they told me i needed a power steering motor and shaft on steering column worn so i ask is there a recall for this and they said no not on your car.ok so i paid 801.99 to have the car…
ODI 10663337
Steering
Power steering failure while driving on the highway. I pulled over and turned the car off. It scared me. I turned the car on after awhile and it worked just fine. That was 2 weeks ago and now it does it 1 to4 times while iam driving. They said it would cost 500.00 at my auto shop.. I cant afford that. And my passenger side window wont work. The steering going out is a safety issue for my family. I have 3 kids and i…
ODI 10302471
Steering
When making sharp turns or parallel parking steering gets tight and power steering light on dash illuminates. Code# c0460 retrieved need to replace power steering module. Replaced power steering control module. *tr
ODI 10316761
Steering
Yesterday i note that gm will be recalling 1.3 million vehicles owing to a problem with the power steering electric motor with this recall being driven by nhtsa. Will the 2007 gm malibu be included? Since august 2009, my 2007 gm malibu sedan has developed a "clunking noise" coming from the steering column. In september, 2009 we had a 'lube kit' installed which was suppose to eliminate the clunking. However during…
ODI 10316196
Steering
Chevy needs to widen recent recall of 1.3 million compact cars to include the malibu. I have a 2007 chevy malibu that is currently experiencing all the issues that is included in the recall of the compact cars. My vehicle steering wheel vibrates hard in park at times. On the road, the power steering assist is lost and makes the vehicle hard to hold on the road. There is no warning, the message center displays power…
ODI 10315333
Steering
Tl* the contact owns a 2007 chevrolet malibu. The contact stated that the steering column made an abnormal noise and vibration when the steering wheel was turned. The vehicle was taken to the dealer where it was diagnosed that the abnormal noise was due to the steering shaft, which needed to be replaced. The vehicle was not repaired. The manufacturer was notified of the failure. The contact referenced nhtsa campaign…
ODI 10859787
Steering
Tl*the contact owns a 2007 chevrolet malibu. The contact stated that noise was inside the steering column and front suspension. She also mentioned that when she started the vehicle it responded as if the steering wheel malfunctioned and when accelerating the steering wheel locked up. The vehicle was taken to the dealer where the diagnostic test revealed that the steering gear needed to be replaced. The manufacturer…
ODI 10399143
Steering
In january of 2009 i purchased a used 2007 malibu from a dealer. I can't remember how many miles were on it then, but, it was under 28,000 miles. At the end of may of 2009 my power steering failed suddenly while pulling into a parking space. I almost hit the car in the next space. After getting back in the car everything was fine for 2 days when it failed again while driving through a turn around, clicking off then…
ODI 10284730
Steering
Tl*the contact owns a 2007 chevrolet malibu. The contact started the vehicle and noticed that the power steering did not function properly which made it difficult to control the steering wheel. The vehicle has not been diagnosed by the dealer. The vin was not available. The current and failure mileages were 40,000.
ODI 10283887
Steering · Suspension
Tl*the contact owns a 2007 chevrolet malibu. In 2008, the contact heard a clunking noise whenever she turned the vehicle left or right. The vehicle was taken in for service and the strut was replaced. The noise returned and the contact took the vehicle back to the repair shop. She was informed that the failure was not that severe to have to replace the strut again. Currently, the noise still persists occasionally.…
ODI 10278248
Steering
Worn intermediate steering shaft causing uneven front tire wear, the car not tracking straight (car would track to the left requiring constant steering correction to the right), and a rattling noise would be heard driving over rough roads. The car dealership replaced the intermediate steering shaft to fix the problem. The dealership kept the old part. Loss of steering could have occurred if this part had failed. *tr
ODI 10293498
Steering
Tl* the contact owns a 2007 chevrolet malibu. While driving at 65 mph, the steering wheel seized and the power steering warning light illuminated. The failure recurred several times. The vehicle was not diagnosed or repaired. The manufacturer was notified of the failure. The failure mileage was 90,000.
ODI 10694451
Steering
Purchased 2007 malibu lt used with 29,097 miles with remainder of factory warranty and extended warranty after that. Soon after purchase a popping clunking noise became apparent in the steering mostly when turning either direction. Put off by dealer until factory warranty void then was told that steering gear in rack & pinion defective ( this was at 42,509 miles) they then replaced the whole rack and pinion assy. No…
ODI 10286034
Steering
Tl* the contact owns a 2007 chevrolet malibu. The contact stated that the steering wheel would fail intermittently while exhibiting an abnormal clicking when turned. The steering gear was replaced but the failure recurred several months after repairs. The dealer then added lubrication to the steering column which lasted for 40,000 miles before the failure recurred. The failure mileage was 24,000 and the current…
ODI 10410731
Steering
When i would turn a corner the steering wheel would vibrate. I took it to get a wheel alignment thinking that was the problem. As time went by it got harder to steer, the steering wheel would jerk. It was getting so hard to drive i was afraid to take it anywhere.i had to go to olympia for supplies. I was driving from my home in grapeview to olympia and the wheel pulled so violent on hwy 101 i was afraid i would…
1 injury
ODI 10606359
Steering
Tl*-the contact owns a 2007 chevrolet malibu. The dealer had to replace the rack and check alignment and adjust the toe because the power steering rack assembly was grinding. The contact wanted other malibu owners to know what happen to her vehicle. The failure mileage was 46,000
ODI 10266571
Steering
Bought the car in 2007. No known cause of this problem. Electronic steering goes out. Steering wheel starts to shake, and jerks back and forth. It causes me to weave from side to side. The car sometimes steers fine, then out of the blue, it acts up again. This is a very dangerous problem. I have found that this is a widespread concern. *tr
ODI 10275496
Steering
On my 2007 chevrolet malibu ltz the electronic power steering motor shuts off while driving at anytime, only way to get power back to steering is to shuts off vehicle and restart it, but only works for 5 to 10 minutes again and will do the same thing, almost got into accidents at least 5 times when shuts off while steering, but does go off all the time. Took it to 2 chevrolet dealership and both denied to be a…
ODI 10316283
Steering
2007 malibu-started hearing popping when turning in 2009, a year after i bought the car. "loer i-shaft replaced. Car continues to pop and i have lost the ability to steer my car. Now told it is the steering column and gear. Apparently not covered by warrenty. I have found several complaints of this issue and believe it is a true defect that gm needs to recall and take care of for the safety of me and my daughter.…
ODI 10411958
Steering
Randomly every now and then the steering wheel will move back and forth on it's on when sitting in park. While driving the steering wheel will start to move as well and start jerking to one side causing you to swerve back and forth a little while you fight it. I have done research, this is happening to others of this model as well if you search the internet. As well as a youtube video which the same thing can be…
ODI 10767307
Steering
2007 chevy malibu loss of power steering around turns under acceleration. Dealer can not duplicate. Date of incident around jan. 09 and happens 2-3 times per week. Very dangerous. *tr
ODI 10303463
Steering
Tl*the contact owns a 2007 chevrolet malibu. While driving at an unknown speed, the contact heard rattling noises from the front end and the steering column. The vehicle was taken to an authorized dealer where it was repaired (repair details were not given). Shortly after, the vehicle was taken in for routine maintenance and the contact was informed that the front passenger tie rod and steering knuckle needed to be…
ODI 10367371