2006 Chevrolet HHR electrical system problems
222 owner complaints filed with NHTSA name the electrical system on the 2006 Chevrolet HHR — 22% of all complaints for this model year.
What owners report
“while driving the car after a few miles, the door locks start going up and down, the power steering light comes on and is hard to steer, the check engine light comes on, the speedometer stops working and the tach malfunctions. the car surges while moving foward. if you shut the car off it will…”
filed Dec 28, 2023
“The contact owns a 2006 Chevrolet HHR. The contact stated that while driving at various speeds, the vehicle lost motive power and would not properly accelerate. Additionally, the front passenger’s side door would not open while using the interior door latch. The contact stated while using the…”
filed Jul 27, 2023
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% |
| 2009 HHR | 151 | 30% |
| 2008 HHR | 107 | 17% |
| 2007 HHR | 111 | 15% |
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.