Power steering failed on 2006 Chevy HHR LT1. Dealer states power steering motor for cobalt has been recalled, so not sure why the HHR has not been recalled.

- Newark, DE, USA

Chevrolet HHR 2006. Power steering warning displays on the info display indicating that the power steering has failed. Steering becomes somewhat difficult especially at slower speeds. Power steering functionality resumes once ignition is turned off and back on. Power steering will eventually fail again at random intervals.

- Chandler, AZ, USA

Dealer states cannot duplicate problems: No power steering not fixed by replacing fuse (eps system), although GM recalled many vehicles with same problem and are aware of issue, no recall has been issued. Windows squeal up & down on sunny day, & get stuck shut. Windshield wipers came off of windshield wiper transmission. Front end sway bars replaced, continued problem, tires wearing uneven, feels like bad bearings, unable to dup. Rear windshield wiper fluid pours into interior of car. Front left turn signal went then rear turn signal. Interior was sold as scotch guarded/repellent of liquids interior is far from guarded against anything water stains fabric. Electric power mirrors no longer work. Brought car in for service, recall on front head air bags never disclosed to me never offered to repair.

- Troy, NY, USA

The contact owns a 2006 Chevrolet HHR. While driving at any speed, the contact stated that the vehicle would lose power steering making it difficult to steer; the check engine and power steering warning lights would illuminate. The contact pulled off the road, turned the vehicle off and restarted the vehicle to regain power steering; however the check engine warning light continued to illuminate. The contact did not inform the dealer. The manufacturer was notified who informed the contact that there were no related recalls. The vehicle had not been repaired. The current mileages were approximately 40,900 and the failure mileages were approximately 39,000. Updated 05/03/11 updated 05/04/11

- Kissimmee, FL, USA

The power steering in my 2006 Chevy HHR randomly stops working. The dash light says "power steering" when this happens. This happens two or three times a week on average. This problem has occurred twice while turning almost causing me to crash into retaining walls on the highway on ramps. This seems to be a common problem with the HHR. A temporary fix for this issue is to turn the car off and then back on. The problem will return at random times. Chevrolet recalled cobalt's that had the same problem. I can not understand why Chevrolet won't issue a recall on this very serious safety problem.

- Shepherdsville, KY, USA

The vehicle is a 2006 Chevy HHR with approximately 46000 miles. The electric power steering goes out as I am driving and it is very difficult to steer. When this happens during a turn it is very dangerous, and I have almost run into other vehicles. After restarting it usually works, but is subject to going out again at any moment without warning. I contacted Chevrolet, but they denied knowledge of the problem although the cobalt has the same electric steering and a recall has been issued. Having researched on the internet, I have seen numerous other complaints, and I see no reason for Chevy to wait until a serious accident occurs to recall these vehicles.

- Guymon, OK, USA

Power steering goes out while driving down the road. If you stop turn off ignition then restart it will work again for a period of time then go out again. I called my dealer about the problem and they said it is common but there are no recalls. They stated that they would have to replace the whole steering column. I would have to pay for it.but keep my receipt to be reimbursed if there is a recall. Is anything being done about this problem" I watched a program last night were this is happening not just to the HHR but also the cobalt, and PT CRUISER. Why is the HHR not included in the recalls? they showed on the show that people are dyeing from this. One mother lost 2 daughters. My dealer says they know there is a problem but wont do anything about it. What can I do"

- Mcalester, OK, USA

Power steering light comes on and lose power steering ability. Normal driving conditions. No excessive turning. Turn off car and it will be fine for a few miles and then do it again. Unable to steer vehicle very well when this happens.

- Tempe, AZ, USA

The contact owns a 2006 Chevrolet HHR. While driving at any speed, the vehicle would lose power steering without warning. The dealer and the manufacturer were notified of the failure and advised contact that his vehicle was not under recall. The vehicle was not repaired. The current mileage was approximately 68,000. The failure mileage was approximately 65,000. Updated 02/23/11 updated 04/27/11

- Brooklyn, MD, USA

2006 Chevrolet HHR steering motor randomly fails with no warning, causing the power steering to fail while driving. After restart, will work again for brief time. Happens frequently. Vehicle has less than 30,000 miles. Documentation exists online that this motor is the same one recalled on the Chevrolet cobalt, and that other are having the same failure. Has happened approximately 10-12 times over two weeks and a total mileage of about 40 miles.

- Virginia Beach, VA, USA

While driving the car the power steering light comes on and makes turning almost impossible and dangerous when happening on the highways. It is now happening all of the time and I have only made one payment on the car!!!!!!!!!!!

- Kingman, AZ, USA

The contact owns a 2006 Chevrolet HHR. While driving approximately 25 mph, the contact heard a warning chime and the power steering light illuminated on the instrument panel. At that time, the steering wheel became stiff and difficult to turn. The contact pulled over and restarted the vehicle; it functioned properly. The failure occurred intermittently. The vehicle was taken to an authorized dealer but the failure was not diagnosed. The vehicle had not been repaired. The failure mileage was approximately 38,000 and the current mileage was approximately 52,000.. updated 02/23/11 updated 05/02/11

- Piqua, OH, USA

Power steering fail while I was driving my 2006 HHR. Makes it hard to turn.

- Cleveland, OH, USA

The power steering fails while the vehicle is in motion. When the vehicle is first powered on, power steering is present. It is unpredictable when the power steering will fail. In two incidents it almost caused accidents when failing. I do not have a large frame nor a lot of upper body strength that is able to make turns at low speeds, such as when turning or parking. If I am aware of the power steering failure I can compensate for it, but if it happens suddenly, it can be quite surprising. This is the same exact problem with the same exact component as the Chevy cobalt and the Pontiac G5, and I understand other vehicles are reporting this as well.

- Riverbank, CA, USA

My electronic power steering doesn't work. My HHR is equipped with the same power steering assembly found in the cobalt which has a recall issued. Seems stupid to me that a lighter car would benefit from the recall, while I am now going to be stuck with a large repair bill. These units are from the same supplier.......recall all of these units on whatever vehicle the oem put them on.

- Iron Station, NC, USA

Power steering fails while driving in my 2006 Chevy HHR. Making it very hard to steer.

- Cranston, RI, USA

Power steering failed 2 times while on the road..having to replace the steering motor.

- Tyler, TX, USA

Chevrolet HHR. Power steering comes and goes. It is all over the web Chevy owners are having the same problem.T his is a safety issue and should be addressed under a recall.

- Elizabeth City, NC, USA

2006 Chevy HHR lt, while driving at a posted speed of 45mph, daughter lost power steering sending her into the curb almost hitting another car then into the curb again. She was terrified by this incident. My husband went to pick her up and he drove the vehicle back to our house, and while on the highway at 65mph, again the power steering failed, and he almost crashed into the wall but was able to bring the vehicle to a stop within inches of crashing. The power steering light has now come on several times, and the steering has gone out while driving three times thus far. In addition the gear shift has become a problem again where it locks, and I have already had this replaced 3 times, each time lasting about a year before the problem reoccurs. I have read that several other 2006 models have been experiencing the same power steering problem, several of them resulting in accidents. Are they waiting for someone to be killed before expanding the recall to include the steering on the 2006 Chevy HHR?

- Mesa, AZ, USA

Turned on the ignition and the dashboard gauges all went out. Pulled the fuse and reinserted it - problem corrected. T/C indicator on instrument panel came on and the transmission was upshifting hard. Again, I removed and reinstalled the fuses and the problem went away. Power steering warning was displayed on the dash and the power steering was disabled. I removed and reinstalled the fuse associated with the power steering and the problem went away. I did notice that most of the fuses were mildly oxidized on one leg of each fuse.

- Sherman, TX, USA