When do you lose power steering on a Malibu?
When do you lose power steering on a Malibu?
Any info pertaining to to the Malibu steering. While driving approx 35 mph, lost power steering. Power steering warning message appeared, car very hard to maneuver. Turned engine off and back on, power steering returned. Power steering continues to shut off randomly at various speeds without warning. Approx 98,800 miles.
Are there any problems with the Chevy Malibu?
22 problems related to lose power steering have been reported for the 2010 Chevrolet Malibu. The most recently reported issues are listed below. Please also check out the statistics and reliability analysis of the 2010 Chevrolet Malibu based on all problems reported for the 2010 Malibu.
When do you lose power steering in a car?
Lost power steering when started the car when its cold. While driving the vehicle, (vehicle in motion), I suddenly lose power steering and the ability to control the vehicle safely. In some instances it has happened while attempting to make a turn or while on the highway as the highway comes to a bend.
How much does it cost to fix a Chevy Malibu?
The cost to fix this is approximately $750. 00, I am hopeful that my warranty covers this as there is no recall to do so. I believe that gm should be responsible for this as this seems to be a problem throughout the Malibu line regardless of year.
Any info pertaining to to the Malibu steering. While driving approx 35 mph, lost power steering. Power steering warning message appeared, car very hard to maneuver. Turned engine off and back on, power steering returned. Power steering continues to shut off randomly at various speeds without warning. Approx 98,800 miles.
What happens if a Chevy Malibu loses power?
This Chevrolet Malibu loss of power problem could put drivers in a very dangerous situation if they aren’t able to get to the side of the road quickly.
Lost power steering when started the car when its cold. While driving the vehicle, (vehicle in motion), I suddenly lose power steering and the ability to control the vehicle safely. In some instances it has happened while attempting to make a turn or while on the highway as the highway comes to a bend.
Are there any recalls on the Chevy Malibu?
I always knew the car had steering issues but always thought it was just the tires . Finally when the wheel would just shake while in park I did some research and found out this is a major recall in many general motors cars which include every model year Malibu except the 2010.
When does power steering fail to turn on?
When the car fails to turn on the power steering at start-up, the code that’s set is C0545 “Steering wheel torque input sensor”. The scan tool told me that that code is set when the voltage from the torque sensors drops below 0.25 volt or exceeds 4.5 volts.
Can you drive a car with no power steering?
At speed, when a normal pump is out, you can barely feel it in the wheel and its only an issue at slow speeds. This system you have to fight the electric motor that is connected to the steering at all times. On the plus side, I usually skip my triceps workout at the gym, being that I get enough of it driving home…
