2004 Chevrolet Malibu Chevrolet Malibu 2004

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2004 Chevrolet Malibu repairs by problem area

Engine (29%)

Transmission and Drivetrain (4%)

Brakes and Traction Control (6%)

Suspension and Steering (29%)

Electrical and Air Conditioning (20%)

Paint, Rust, Leaks, Rattles, and Trim (6%)

Other (6%)

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2004 Chevrolet Malibu body repair cost distribution

$2500+ (0%)

$1000 - $2499 (11%)

$500 - $999 (0%)

$100 - $499 (22%)

< $100 (67%)

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Chart based on 9 repair trips. The repair cost chart excludes repairs made under warranty, do-it-yourself repairs, and repair trips that include maintenance.

2004 Chevrolet Malibu

Engine not specified

51000 mi

US $200
Rear mirror broken. 

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2004 Chevrolet Malibu 4dr Sedan

200-horsepower 3.5L V6 4-speed shiftable automatic FWD

3000 mi Rear fender loose. Replaced clips 
75000 mi Windshield rattle. Other owners I talked to had both this and the gas gauge and brake problems. 

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2004 Chevrolet Malibu 4dr Hatch

200-horsepower 3.5L V6 4-speed shiftable automatic FWD

19000 mi Replaced driver side sunshade. Replaced 2nd seat folding release handle (Plastic cracked) 
58700 mi

US $1488
Replace driver seat frame. (Welds cracked) 
47000 mi The passenger side sunvisor was missing the door over the mirror. The passenger side sunvisor was not properly installed so I had to take the car back to be reserviced. 
49000 mi I have been driving the car and noticed a noise coming from the dash. It was constant while cruising and was getting louder. While the car was in the shop they noticed steering issues. The noise went away after fixing them but it keeps coming back. 
102300 mi

US $250
Headlight lenses yellowed and fogged. Replaced both headlamps with OE GM parts. 

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2004 Chevrolet Malibu Body Problems

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