NHTSA Complaint #11698957 — 2018 CHEVROLET MALIBU STEERING

Complaint Details

ODI Number	11698957
Vehicle	2018 CHEVROLET MALIBU
Component	STEERING
Date of Incident	October 12, 2025
Date Filed	November 12, 2025
Mileage	127,605 miles
Crash	No
Fire	No
Injuries	0
Deaths	0
Vehicle Towed	No
State	LA

Consumer Description

The contact owns a 2018 Chevrolet Malibu. The contact stated that while driving at an undisclosed speed, the vehicle was jerking, and the message "Power Steering Assist Fault" was displayed. The vehicle was not diagnosed or repaired by an independent mechanic or the dealer. The manufacturer was not made aware of the failure. The failure mileage was approximately 127,605.

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