2008 Chevrolet HHR suspension problems
15 owner complaints filed with NHTSA name the suspension on the 2008 Chevrolet HHR — 2% of all complaints for this model year.
What owners report
“Steering gets very stiff and sometimes locks up when turning left or right in a curve at highway speeds. Had dealer check it and they said they replaced steering motor. Did not correct problem. Made an appointment to check again but was told I would incur charges. I have had it to several mechanic…”
filed May 11, 2022
“For the past couple months the power steering has locked up while driving if I shut my car off and turn it back on it will go back to normal, but never know when it will kick out again, the electric is cutting in and out, the lock on drivers side wont work when using key which happens periodically…”
filed Sep 5, 2014
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% |
| 2007 HHR | 27 | 4% |
| 2006 HHR | 34 | 3% |
Other reported problem areas on the 2008 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.