2013- April, rubbing noise coming from steering column for a few months then steering became too hard, barely made to dealership. Steering gear assembly replaced along with intermediate steering shaft part no. 25979679 at 38,643 miles. 2019-December rubbing noise again and slight shifting of car to left pulling into parking spot, lower U joint on intermediate steering shaft with too much play leads to steering shaft being installed part no. 25979679 installed at 72,712 miles. 2020-February rubbing noise starting again car will be checked out on April 18th. This car has had no hard use such as commuting or multiple long distance driving.

- Stafford, VA, USA

The contact owns a 2008 Chevrolet Malibu. The contact stated that while driving at 30 mph, the steering wheel seized and the power steering warning light illuminated. The failure recurred several times. The vehicle was taken to the dealer where it was diagnosed that the steering column needed to be replaced. The vehicle was not repaired. The VIN was not available. The manufacturer was notified of the failure. The failure mileage was 107,000.

- Hilliard, OH, USA

The contact owns a 2008 Chevrolet Malibu. The contact stated that while driving at any speed, the steering wheel seized and the power steering warning light illuminated. The vehicle was taken to a dealer where it was diagnosed that the steering column failed. The vehicle was not repaired. The manufacturer was made aware of the failure. The failure mileage was 108,000.

- Charolet, NC, USA

The contact owns a 2008 Chevrolet Malibu. While traveling 70 mph, the contact noticed that the steering wheel began to suddenly vibrate. The vehicle was taken to an authorized dealer where the contact was informed that the steering column needed to be replaced. The current and failure mileages were approximately 39,000. The consumer stated the vehicle was repaired free of charge. Updated 02/23/11

- Russellville, AR, USA

The contact owns a 2008 Chevrolet Malibu. The contact stated while traveling at approximate speeds of 35 mph, the steering wheel exhibited continuous movement without warrant. The contact had to forcibly hold the steering wheel to keep the vehicle from veering off the road. She was able to drive the vehicle to her residence without incident. The vehicle was towed to the dealer where she was advised not to drive the vehicle until repaired. The failure was contributed to a defective steering column. The vehicle was left at the dealer where the contact was awaiting repairs. The VIN was not available. The failure and current mileages were approximately 25,000.

- Atkins , AR, USA