2009 Chevrolet HHR electrical system problems
151 owner complaints filed with NHTSA name the electrical system on the 2009 Chevrolet HHR — 30% of all complaints for this model year.
What owners report
“The contact owns a 2009 Chevrolet HHR. The contact stated that while starting the vehicle, there was an abnormal clicking sound coming from the vehicle. In addition, the contact stated that the passenger’s side air bag warning light illuminated and occasionally flashed on and off. The vehicle was…”
filed Jul 15, 2025
“When driving my 2009 HHR the steering wheel shakes & vibrate at different intervals. Usually while slowing down to a stop & sometimes after during high speeds. Recently the noise it made was frightening. I had to use my emergency flashers & drive 50 mi per hr. on the freeway to arrive home safely…”
filed Jul 17, 2022
Verbatim excerpts from complaints filed with NHTSA. Reports are not independently verified.
Related recalls
- In the affected vehicles, the key can be removed from the ignition when the ignition is…Campaign 14V171000 · Apr 10, 2014
Related service bulletins
This Preliminary Information communicates to the dealer the process for downloading or updating operating software for the Tire Pressure Monitor, Active Fuel Injector tester, multi media tester, PICO Scope, GR8…
PIP4723J · Service Bulletin/Repair Instructions · issued Oct 25, 2024
Electrical System problems in other HHR years
| Year | Reports | Share |
|---|---|---|
| 2011 HHR | 39 | 19% |
| 2010 HHR | 119 | 23% |
| 2008 HHR | 107 | 17% |
| 2007 HHR | 111 | 15% |
| 2006 HHR | 222 | 22% |
Other reported problem areas on the 2009 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.