2002 Chevrolet Malibu Chevrolet Malibu 2002

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2002 Chevrolet Malibu repairs by problem area

Engine (64%)

Transmission and Drivetrain (0%)

Brakes and Traction Control (9%)

Suspension and Steering (9%)

Electrical and Air Conditioning (0%)

Paint, Rust, Leaks, Rattles, and Trim (0%)

Other (18%)

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2002 Chevrolet Malibu repair cost distribution

$2500+ (0%)

$1000 - $2499 (0%)

$500 - $999 (9%)

$100 - $499 (36%)

< $100 (55%)

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Chart based on 11 repair trips. The repair cost chart excludes repairs made under warranty, do-it-yourself repairs, and repair trips that include maintenance.

2002 Chevrolet Malibu 4dr Sedan

170-horsepower 3.1L V6 4-speed automatic FWD

Chevrolet Malibu in Colorado, United States
- Dec 2014
Nov 2014

110000 mi

US $75
Water Pump leaking. Replaced water pump with new OEM level. Note that the fin design is different. 
Dec 2014

112000 mi

US $20
Seal in Rear Passenger brake cylinder failed, causing sticking brakes and brake noise / clunking. Replaced cylinder with OEM quality part by myself. STAR DRIVE SOCKET NEEDED 
Chevrolet Malibu in New York, United States
Jun 2011 - Dec 2019
Apr 2011

36000 mi

US $178
Replaced water pump 
Jul 2011

39000 mi

US $90
Check engine light on, replaced fuel cap, tested vapor recovery system  
Aug 2011

39700 mi

US $302
Rear window fell down. Needed new power window regulator. Part only available from GM so cost was very high.  
Jun 2018

45000 mi

US $75
Oil leak. Replaced oil pressure sensor. 
Chevrolet Malibu in Pennsylvania, United States
- Oct 2008
Jan 2007

75000 mi

US $400
Front Struts Replacement 
Oct 2008

85000 mi

US $800
Lower Intake Gasket replacement 
Chevrolet Malibu in Texas, United States
- Oct 2008
Oct 2008

91476 mi

US $301
Replaced ignition switch due to random inability to start. 

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