2010 Chevrolet HHR Steering Problems
- Complaints
- 232about this part
- Share
- 45%of 516 total for the year
- Median mileage
- 63,000miles
- Trend
- FallingComplaints filed in the last 3 full calendar years are at least 25% lower than in the 3 years before.
NHTSA recorded 232 complaints about the steering of the 2010 Chevrolet HHR, 45% of the 516 complaints for this model year. Where a mileage was given, the median is 63,000 miles. 8 of these say a crash was involved, according to the filers. 1 recall campaign on record is filed under a similar system.
Example complaints
Selected from NHTSA records; personal details are removed. They are consumer reports, not findings.
“Electric power steering quits working at times making steering difficult. When this happens a chime sounds and a message appears on the instrument panel. There have been recalls on other models and maybe even this model but for some reason it does not register for my VIN . I have not been involved in a accident.”
NHTSA complaint #11205539, filed 2019-05, 115,000 miles“Power steering stops operating at any speed, but happened this time at 50mph in a curve. Caught me by surprise and was difficult to maintain the lane as a result, but I managed. This is the same symptom as found in cobalt's and HHR's in canade. Same part numbers involved, etc... For some reason these are not recalled on us HHR's. Please help!”
NHTSA complaint #10706138, filed 2015-04, 65,000 miles“Electric power steering assist . My VIN number is not under warranty for the service recall number 11415 electric power steering assist.that should be serviced under safety recall 10023 prior to may 31,2010. I own a 2010 chevy HHR (non-turbo) and the power steering assist has failed.”
NHTSA complaint #11150260, filed 2018-11, 160,000 miles“Car lost power steering & steering system light came on . Our mechanic advised 'go to Chevrolet, it's a recall but they refused to fix free & charged $268.17 for fix . Claimed it was turbo but what's the difference? Can I get reimbursed? Web site says this year was recalled.”
NHTSA complaint #11066492, filed 2018-02, 103,469 miles“I was driving to work this morning I go to make a turn and the steering wheel just looked.the power steering alert came up, it would not unlock until I turned car off. It was very very scary the steering wheel became very very heavy I had to struggle to turn, I was praying and sweating profusely, I really felt my life was in danger.”
NHTSA complaint #10610390, filed 2014-07, 63,493 milesRelated recalls
- 14V153000Mar 31, 2014General Motors LLC (GM) is recalling certain model year 2004-2006 and 2008-2009 Chevrolet Malibu, 2004-2006 Malibu Maxx, 2009-2010 HHR (non-turbo), 2010…Covers: Chevrolet HHR 2009–2010, Malibu 2004–2006, 2008–2009, Saturn Ion 2004–2007 +4 more
Related service bulletins
- 11011205Oct 28, 2024This informational bulletin explains Unscheduled Supplemental Services and the importance of GM Simplified Maintenance Schedules.
- 10245395Nov 6, 2023This service bulletin provides a vibration analysis worksheet the technician can use in conjunction with the appropriate Vibration Analysis-Road testing procedure when diagnosing…
- 10242061Aug 7, 2023This service bulletin provides technicians with updated information to help identify the differences between what is considered a fluid leak, and what is considered fluid seepage.
- 10235561Apr 4, 2023This preliminary informational (PI) bulletin provides information to dealership personnel which may be helpful when addressing underbody component corrosion with customers.
- 10222777Sep 16, 2022This service bulletin provides technicians with updated information to help identify the differences between what is considered a fluid leak, and what is considered fluid seepage.
- 10213700Jun 1, 2022This service bulletin provides a procedure inspecting for excess grease or Sealant on the Exterior of the steering gear due to seeing grease or sealant on certain locations on…
Steering: other model years
Other parts of the 2010 Chevrolet HHR
120 complaintsFuel system
52 complaintsAir bags
49 complaintsBody and structure
44 complaintsElectronic stability control
32 complaintsBrakes
28 complaintsOther or unknown
23 complaintsTransmission and drivetrain
21 complaintsEngine
14 complaintsLatches, locks and linkages
12 complaintsExterior lighting
10 complaintsEngine cooling
9 complaints
← All problems reported for the 2010 Chevrolet HHR
About this data. Data from NHTSA (ODI) complaints, recalls, TSBs and investigations, updated Oct 31, 2026. Complaints are unverified consumer reports and may be duplicated or inaccurate.
To check a specific vehicle for open recalls, use its VIN at nhtsa.gov/recalls. Methodology