2010 Chevrolet Malibu Steering Problems
- 345
- 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 345 stored complaint records:
- 10 indicate a crash
- 3 indicate injury
- 0 indicate fire
What owners report
- power steering · 152 records
- steering wheel · 58 records
- steering went · 13 records
- light came · 12 records
- service power · 9 records
- steering failed · 9 records
Mileage in stored records
| Band | Records |
|---|---|
| 60–100k mi | 112 |
| 100–150k mi | 97 |
| 150–400k mi | 44 |
| 30–60k mi | 31 |
| 1–30k mi | 29 |
Complaint records
Owner-submitted complaint content, presented as stored.
Steering
I was on the highway and the power steering went out. I had to quickly pullover to avoid getting hit by oncoming cars. *tr
ODI 10615869
Air Bags · Electronic Stability Control · Steering
My vehicle is experiencing steering problems in which it is hard to steer the wheel of the vehicle while making turns and driving. Also, the airbag light is on on the dashboard. The vehicle warning light also displays traction control. *tr
ODI 10566031
Steering
I drive for a taxi company that extensively uses the 7th generation chevy malibu (2008+). A well known defect around here involves the power steering sensor, which can without warning stop operating and make steering impossible. This has been known to happen most often when odometer mileage is 150k+. Vehicle must be restarted to regain full steering operation. Steering can resume normal operation without a repeat of…
ODI 10433590
Steering
Tl* the contact owns a 2010 chevrolet malibu. The contact stated that the vehicle would pull toward the left while driving at various speeds and loud banging noises could be heard coming from the front end. The vehicle was taken to an authorized dealer, but the failure was not diagnosed. The vehicle was not repaired. The manufacturer was made aware of the failure and offered no assistance. The failure mileage was…
ODI 10437811
Steering
Tl* the contact owns a 2010 chevrolet malibu. The contact stated that while attempting to shift into drive, the steering warning light illuminated and the steering wheel could not be turned in any direction. The vehicle was towed to the dealer who performed a diagnostic that located the failure at the power steering motor assembly. The vehicle was not repaired. The failure and the current mileage was 60,000.
ODI 10426859
Steering
Tl* the contact owns a owns a 2010 chevrolet malibu. The contact stated that the steering wheel was difficult to maneuver while driving at all speeds. The steering wheel would not seize, but it would take excessive force to turn. The contact also stated that the steering wheel would not easily return back to its centered position after completing turns. The vehicle was taken to an authorized dealer on numerous…
ODI 10442628
Steering
I would be driving and the car steering wheel will lock up and the car would cut off sometimes. Setting at the traffic light the with foot on the breaks the car feels like its going to take off even when its in park driving on the interstate it would slow down by it self and then speed up. Took it to the dealer 3 times they said they could not find any thing wrong ones said i just needed a battery tried to sale me…
ODI 10588207
Engine · Steering
Tl* the contact owns a 2010 chevrolet malibu. The contact stated that in cooler weather, the power steering would become very shaky and no warning lights illuminated on the instrument panel. The vehicle was not taken to a dealer or independent mechanic. The manufacturer was not made aware of the failure. The failure mileage was 15,000 and the current mileage was 70,000. Updated 8/11/14*cn the consumer stated when…
ODI 10605580
Steering
Tl*the contact owns a 2010 chevrolet malibu. While turning approximately 10 mph, the steering wheel locked up and became stiff. The contact turned the vehicle off and restarted it; the contact was able to use the steering wheel after the restart. The failure occurred intermittently. The vehicle was taken to an authorized dealer but the failure could not be duplicated. The vehicle had not been repaired. The current…
ODI 10370413
Steering
2005 malibu maxx... Power steering lock up.. Luckily each time it has happened i was traveling at low speed or just after starting the engine i would get he power steering alarm. Turn the engine off and restart the problem is gone. Could have been disastrous at high speed on a crooked road. *tr
ODI 10360471
Steering
Tl*the contact owns a 2010 chevrolet malibu. The contact stated that while driving approximately 5 mph, the steering locked up and the vehicle crashed into another vehicle because the contact could not turn the steering wheel. There were no warning lights illuminated on the instrumental panel prior to or after the crash. There were no injuries and a report was filed with the police. The vehicle was towed to an…
Crash reported
ODI 10383159
Electrical System · Steering · Traction Control System
I keep getting a "service traction control" message when and only when i am sitting in the car in "park". Also another issue is the car just dies as i turn the steering wheel to the left in a turn or on a curve. Dealer says they cannot duplicate the issues. I call "[xxx] as i cannot stop the issue not only that but the dealer has charged me $300 plus for the repair? Say what? Information redacted pursuant to the…
ODI 10617785
Air Bags · Electrical System · Interior Lighting · Steering
Brand new 2010 chevrolet malibu leaks when rains and it runs into my floorboard, airbags and wire harness causing car to short out. Most of the time the lights in dash won't work. *tr
ODI 10359370
Air Bags · Power Train · Service Brakes · Steering · Structure · Suspension · Tires
The contact owns a 2010 chevrolet malibu. The contact stated that the steering wheel was extremely rough to turn. Additionally, the air bag warning light would illuminate intermittently and the battery continued to drain prematurely. The contact also stated that the rear suspension was unstable. The vehicle was taken to the dealer several times but the dealer was unable to diagnose the failure. The contact was…
Crash reported · 2 injuries
ODI 10597851
Steering
Tl* the contact owns a 2010 chevrolet malibu. The contact stated that the steering wheel was tight and there was a progressing failure in which the steering wheel would randomly lock for an extended period of time. The contact constantly had to turn the vehicle off and restart the vehicle each time the failure recurred. The vehicle was taken to a repair shop, but the failure could not be duplicated. The vehicle was…
ODI 10778831
Electrical System · Steering
2010 malibu power steering malfunctioning less than 10,000 miles. I've been fighting with gm for many months to fix problems,engine knocking noise,air conditioning has mold smell. This car nearly cause accident because of power steering malfunction..this is a partial power steering malfunction car has had a major power steering malfunction to where you cannot turn steering wheel at all.car has been in a shop 6 times…
ODI 10374879
Steering
Rented a brand new (45 miles) 2010 chevy malibu. Several times over 4 days, the power steering would give out briefly. This occurred while driving in mountain roads and could have been very dangerous. I returned the car with a note to the rental company. *tr
ODI 10336556
Steering
Tl*the contact owns a 2010 chevrolet malibu. The contact stated that upon starting the vehicle, the steering wheel would turn to the right and left without assistance. In addition, the steering wheel would shake and vibrate. The failure occurred when the vehicle was in operation and during the initial engine start-up. The vehicle was taken to an authorized dealer for diagnostic testing. The technician was unable to…
ODI 10368563
Steering
Tl*the contact owns a 2010 chevrolet malibu. While driving at approximately 30 mph, the esc service warning and power steering lights illuminated on the dashboard. The steering wheel then became extremely stiff and difficult to maneuver. The vehicle was towed to an authorized dealer where she was informed a wire was loose and causing the failure. The dealer made repairs to the vehicle. The failure recurred within…
ODI 10346043
Steering
Can someone please see if the 2010 chevrolet malibu has the same steering as the cobalt? I have owned this car for 1 month now and have the same issue. Problem: over 45mph there is a disconnected feeling in the steering. On rough roads or on a windy day the car is hard to keep in your lane. I have had [redacted] the car and they confirm the under-steer feeling. Car is going back to the dealer ship this weekend to be…
ODI 10304727