How many steering complaints does the 2011 Chevrolet HHR have?

NHTSA lists 25 steering complaints for the 2011 Chevrolet HHR, which is 12% of the 203 total complaints filed for that model year.

Is there a steering recall for the 2011 Chevrolet HHR?

No. The data shows no related recalls listed for steering on the 2011 Chevrolet HHR.

At what mileage do steering problems typically show up on the 2011 HHR?

The median mileage at failure among reported steering complaints is 48,201 miles.

Did steering problems cause any crashes on the 2011 HHR?

Yes, NHTSA data links 3 crashes and 1 injury to the reported steering issue area for this model year.

Is the 2011 HHR's steering complaint rate higher than other years?

It's lower than the 2010 HHR, which had 231 steering complaints making up 45% of that year's total, compared to 25 complaints and 12% for 2011.

2011 Chevrolet HHR Steering Problems

NHTSA logged 25 steering complaints for the 2011 Chevrolet HHR, 12% of the year's 203 total complaints, with 3 crashes and 1 injury reported. Median mileage at failure was 48,201, and no steering recall is on file for this model year.

Steering complaints: 25; 12% of 203
Crashes reported: 3
Fires reported: 0
Injuries reported: 1
Median mileage: 48,201 mi
Related recalls: 0

Typical steering symptoms owners report

Steering wheel pulls or drifts to the left, sometimes reported as early as 50 miles and persisting after multiple dealer visits.
Sudden loss of power steering assist while driving, in some cases paired with dashboard gauges flickering or the car stalling.
Steering wheel locks up or becomes inoperable without warning, in one case leading to a crash into a fixed object.
Loud thumping noise from the right front end when turning the wheel hard, especially during slow-speed or parking maneuvers.
Erratic gauge readings and loss of power steering occurring together at highway speed, causing the car to veer off course.

When 2011 Chevrolet HHR steering complaints were filed

First complaint Feb 10, 2012, latest Jan 10, 2024.

25 complaints filed with NHTSA from Feb 2012 to Jan 2024; peak Jul 2014 (3).

Steering recalls for the 2011 Chevrolet HHR

No safety recalls on record for this model year.

Steering complaints by HHR model year

Raw complaint counts per model year; newer years have had less time to accumulate complaints.

2010231 (45%)
201125 (12%)

Frequently asked questions

How many steering complaints does the 2011 Chevrolet HHR have?: NHTSA lists 25 steering complaints for the 2011 Chevrolet HHR, which is 12% of the 203 total complaints filed for that model year.
Is there a steering recall for the 2011 Chevrolet HHR?: No. The data shows no related recalls listed for steering on the 2011 Chevrolet HHR.
At what mileage do steering problems typically show up on the 2011 HHR?: The median mileage at failure among reported steering complaints is 48,201 miles.
Did steering problems cause any crashes on the 2011 HHR?: Yes, NHTSA data links 3 crashes and 1 injury to the reported steering issue area for this model year.
Is the 2011 HHR's steering complaint rate higher than other years?: It's lower than the 2010 HHR, which had 231 steering complaints making up 45% of that year's total, compared to 25 complaints and 12% for 2011.