Looks like I have another issue with the steering on my 2009 HHR at 17,000 miles. I started feeling a "clunk" in the steering wheel, brake and gas pedal, usually at parking lot speeds. This time the service advisor told me the "intermediate shaft" had to be replaced. Took 2 hours to complete, under warranty, and it's working fine again. About a year ago, at 6000 miles, I had the entire steering column replaced. Before that, at 1700 miles, the check engine light came on and the "mass air flow" sensor was replaced.

Otherwise, I still love the car and I'm just hoping the troubles don't continue. On a positive note, no problem with the brakes and no water leaks, common problems that I've noticed on these forums. Averaging about 29.5 MPG in mixed city/highway driving (I have the 2.2 and auto), but I REALLY baby this car when I drive it

Century Chevrolet in Broomfield also did an oil change and tire rotation for about 40 bucks. Free Wi-Fi in the waiting area, so the 2 hours went by pretty fast.

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sorry to hear about your headaches..its no fun when new vehicles start to fall apart but ALL vehicles are like that..I tow just as many "NEW" cars everyday..seems the new fords have a few bugs too..had a new ford pick up yesterday..would not let driver out of vehicle!!auto door locks malfuncioned..sumthin in the shifter..lol..was funny..