2006 Chevrolet HHR suspension problems
34 owner complaints filed with NHTSA name the suspension on the 2006 Chevrolet HHR — 3% of all complaints for this model year.
What owners report
“Car started smelling gas inside when driving and have to open the window to get some fresh air. A clicking noise, too much noise from the front suspension when turning or driving..l took the car for oil change and the dealer tech did not want to drive the car stating that it's safety issues. They…”
filed Sep 16, 2016
“While driving this vehicle, the power steering light flashes on dash board and I lose all the function of the power steering. It has now happened 4 separate times in two weeks, the last when I was turning a corner and nearly hit a car on the side of the road because I could not steer the vehicle. I…”
filed Feb 20, 2016
Verbatim excerpts from complaints filed with NHTSA. Reports are not independently verified.
Suspension problems in other HHR years
| Year | Reports | Share |
|---|---|---|
| 2011 HHR | 6 | 3% |
| 2010 HHR | 7 | 1% |
| 2009 HHR | 8 | 2% |
| 2008 HHR | 15 | 2% |
| 2007 HHR | 27 | 4% |
Other reported problem areas on the 2006 Chevrolet HHR
Counts are unique NHTSA complaints naming this component group. Complaints are unverified owner reports; mileage is computed only from complaints that included a usable odometer reading.