2008 Chevrolet Malibu Steering Problems
- 388
- 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 388 stored complaint records:
- 10 indicate a crash
- 2 indicate injury
- 1 indicate fire
- 1 indicate a death
What owners report
- Electric Power Assist System · 2 records
Mileage in stored records
| Band | Records |
|---|---|
| 60–100k mi | 96 |
| 30–60k mi | 81 |
| 100–150k mi | 81 |
| 1–30k mi | 42 |
| 150–400k mi | 40 |
Complaint records
Owner-submitted complaint content, presented as stored.
Steering
Tl* the contact owns a 2008 chevrolet malibu. While driving approximately 65 mph, the steering wheel became difficult to maneuver. The contact stopped the vehicle on the shoulder and shut off the engine. After allowing the vehicle to sit for several minutes, the vehicle was restarted and the power steering assist resumed normal operation. The vehicle was taken to the dealer for diagnostic testing however, the…
ODI 10482793
Electrical System · Exterior Lighting · Steering
All the dash board lights coming on and off then car would not start all the computers burnt out don't see how 1,400 dollars later she got it back some things don't work as they did.they said she did something to it. She's a 78 year old woman she can't even check oil. So u tale me what happen it. I think there was a problem and blamed it on her , i had to pay the bill she could not. This car dose not steer rite.…
ODI 10618447
Electrical System · Exterior Lighting · Latches/Locks/Linkages · Steering
Turn signal arm does not stay in place when signaling to turn. Also the turn signal arm when it does stay in place it will not return to normal position/turn off signal by itself after making a turn. When turning the steering wheel it makes popping noises. Door locks on all doors stay either in the "lock" or "unlock" position at all times. One of the rear passenger door lock has been replaced at the dealership for…
ODI 10476888
Steering
Tl* the contact owns a 2008 chevrolet malibu. The contact stated that while driving 30 mph, the power steering assist failed, preventing her from completing a right turn. The contact mentioned that the power steering warning lamp illuminated. The vehicle was towed to the dealer where the technician diagnosed that the torque steering sensor needed to be replaced. The manufacturer was not made aware of the failure.…
ODI 10494753
Steering
Tl* the contact owns a 2008 chevrolet malibu. While driving approximately 25 mph, the steering wheel began to vibrate in a violent jerking motion. The contact maneuvered to the side of the road for a few seconds and then resumed with the steering malfunction. The failure recurred at least three times a week. The vehicle was taken to an authorized dealer for diagnosis. The technician did not repair the vehicle under…
ODI 10470653
Steering · Suspension
Tl* the contact owns a 2008 chevrolet malibu. While driving approximately 5 mph and making a left turn, the contact noticed a clunking noise and a jerking motion in the steering wheel. While parked, the steering wheel would move independently. The vehicle was taken to the dealer for diagnostic testing three times. The technician was unable to diagnose the failure. The vehicle was not repaired. The approximate…
ODI 10476970
Electrical System · Engine · Latches/Locks/Linkages · Steering
Steering shakes violently,while driving or stopped,to the point of losing control. Condition is intermitent. Vehicle has been checked by dealer and diagnosed as needing a steering control module. So far chevrolet has not offered a fix ,except to replace it at a cost of 743 .00$ with the same part that is defective? Engine light came on at 70000 miles and dealer replaced cat conv at no charge . The third issue is…
ODI 10497888
Steering
Tl* the contact owns a 2008 chevrolet malibu. The contact stated that the steering wheel became abnormally loose and extremely sensitive. The failure recurred for years. Over time, the contact noticed that a jerk or catch developed in the steering. The vehicle was taken to the dealer for diagnosis and the contact was informed that the steering column needed to be replaced. The manufacturer was notified by the dealer…
ODI 10461855
Service Brakes · Steering
Tl* the contact owns a 2008 chevrolet malibu. The contact stated that while driving 35 mph, the power steering failed. The contact tried to maneuver the steering wheel but had a difficult time doing so. The vehicle was taken to the dealer for diagnosis but the technicians were unable to determine the failure. The vehicle was repaired however, but the failure recurred. The second time the failure happened, the brakes…
ODI 10461363
Steering
While test driving the vehicle on april 28, 2012, i was sitting still on an incline and the wheel began to turn back and forth on its on. The car lot assured me it was motor mounts, an easy fix, and i bought the car. Within a month or two, the steering became increasingly worse. Today, november 5, 2013, i was driving the vehicle and without warning, the power steering went out on the freeway and i am a petite…
ODI 10551012
Steering
My power steering light has been on and is going out. *js
ODI 10579668
Steering
Every time i turn to either the right or the left my steering wheel pops and i can feel it inside the streering wheel when i hit a bump while turning it is even worse
ODI 11085139
Electronic Stability Control · Steering
I just pulled on and started to drive on a winding dangerous mountain road -not yet accelerating 40mph- when all of a sudden my steering wheel would not let me turn, almost frozen, and i am into a right curve! I was fighting the wheel to gain control for what seemed minutes but was actually seconds as i slowly put on my brakes while i tried to regain control of the wheel (mind you i am in rush hour traffic on a mt.…
ODI 10452464
Steering
Steering wheel shakes while driving on highway and streets. Power steering stopped working while trying to make a turn. First time steering started shaking is when i was on the highway, when it just started shaking and made my car go right onto the next lane. *tr
ODI 10568957
Steering
We was getting ready to park and the steering column got really stiff and i couldn't move the car to park. I had to shut the car off and restart the car and it loosing up. I was in the city of south bay, florida. *tr ## vin failed ##
ODI 10505537
Steering
While driving down the highway at a speed of about 45 miles per hour, the steering wheel on my 2008 malibu began to shake or vibrate while building speed. A power steering warning light came on. After pulling over, i turned the engine off and then turned it back on which seemed to reset the warning light. I knew about pulling over to reset the car due to an ?airbag warning? Light that has randomly come on ever since…
ODI 10451627
Steering
Tl* the contact owns a 2008 chevrolet malibu. While driving various speeds, the steering wheel automatically moved and began to shake. The failure occurred numerous times. The dealer was unable to diagnose the cause of the failure. The vehicle was not repaired. The contact received a recall notification for nhtsa campaign number: 14e044000 (steering); however, the part needed to remedy the recall was unavailable.…
ODI 10638714
Steering
The steering wheel turns on its own causing a very dangerous situation while traveling at highway speeds. There has been many complaints on this with the 2008 malibus and others with the electric steering motors. I know a few other vehicles with this same problem have been recalled and it is time for gm to recall the malibu before someone is killed. You tube has a fine example of this problem if anyone cares to…
ODI 10445633
Steering
Tl* the contact owns a 2008 chevrolet malibu. While driving approximately 45 mph, the contact noticed that the steering wheel began to shake slightly. The contact approached a stop sign and attempted to brake but the steering wheel began to shake vigorously. The failure was constant. The vehicle was taken to an independent mechanic where the technician stated that the steering motor and module assembly was defective…
ODI 10436125
Steering
Tl* the contact owns a 2008 chevrolet malibu. The contact stated that the steering wheel was loose and was able to move freely without demand. The failure recurred intermittently. The dealer advised the contact that the vehicle would need to have a diagnostic performed. The vehicle was not repaired. The manufacturer was not made aware of the failure. The failure mileage was 34,000 and the current mileage was 51,000.
ODI 10455011
Service Brakes · Steering
While pressing the brake to slow to turn to the right the esc servicing comes across the dash. I call the service department the next day (cause the incident happened after hours) they tech says next time the light comes on bring it in without turning the car off. For the next several times it happens of course was after hours. I took it in for a oil change, and when leaving the light came on again. I automatically…
ODI 10467969
Steering
I have made this complaint before. It concerns the front wheel shakes, vibration. After getting tired of this i put the car on jacks removed the wheel and found the tie rod end ball nut to be loose and the ball joint to be frighteningly worn. I replaced the lower control arm and tightened the tie rod ball nut myself. The problem has completely disappeared. Funny the dealership couldn't figure this out.i think that…
ODI 10430204
Steering
I purchased a 2008 chevy malibu at matt blatt in egg harbor township in new jersey approximately 5 month (march or may of 2011) with approximately 28,500 miles. I spoke with a service representative [xxx] in regards to the power steering problem that my vehicle was having. My steering was shaking out of control and i almost got involved in two vehicle accidents this week 10/19/11. I explained this situation to don,…
ODI 10430900
Steering
The affected steering shafts may have a yoke that inadequately supports the u-joint bearing resulting in a premature failure. It doesn't turn half the time and makes a loud popping noise and the blinker never turn off.
ODI 10785997
Air Bags · Electrical System · Service Brakes, Hydraulic · Steering
While driving or not driving the steering wheel shakes vigorously and the power steering warning light comes on. Then the brake lights come on when i'm not touching them.when i do apply the brakes the lights go out. Then have to apply a generous amount of pressure to get them to come on. I constantly keep getting the light service esc then it says it is off. I turn off car and it resets but after 2 or 3 minutes it…
ODI 10454793