Chevrolet Malibu Other Problems and Repair Histories
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Chevrolet Malibus for which no Other problems have been reported are not displayed. So the Chevrolet Malibu problems and repair histories you see here should not be used to infer car Other problem frequency.
For Chevrolet Malibu Other problem frequency, check the Car Reliability Survey result. For the problems behind the score, check the Chevrolet Malibu Other problems and repair histories that follow it.
Chevrolet Malibu Reliability through December 31, 2012
General NotesModels and statistics marked with an asterisk (*) have very low sample sizes. These results, visible only to logged-in members, provide only a rough estimate of car reliability.Any result under 20 repair trips per 100 cars is likely a result of the small sample size, and should be expected to increase to 20 or so in future updates.
New models often start out with high repair rates, and then improve as the manufacturer identifies and addresses common problems. MethodologyOnly successfully completed repairs are currently included in the analysis. Routine maintenance, most wear items, recalls, and problems fixed with just a reflash or warning light reset are not included.
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Repair costs are in local units.
2010 Chevrolet Malibu 4dr Sedan
252-horsepower 3.6L V6 6-speed shiftable automatic FWD
| Chevrolet Malibu in Michigan, United States | ||||
| Month | Year | Odometer (in miles) |
Cost | Problem/Repair Description |
| Feb | 2012 | 23000 | First odometer entry | |
| Jan | 2013 | 44000 | 35 | Right rear tire was continually losing air at a slow pace until it was about 5 psi lower. Was told by the dealer that the leak was at the rim. Sanded down, resealed the original tire on it. Now fine. |
| Mar | 2013 | Most recent odometer entry. | ||
2010 Chevrolet Malibu 4dr Sedan
169-horsepower 2.4L I4 6-speed shiftable automatic FWD
| Chevrolet Malibu in New Jersey, United States | ||||
| Month | Year | Odometer (in miles) |
Cost | Problem/Repair Description |
| Dec | 2009 | 1000 | First odometer entry | |
| Jan | 2010 | 1000 | 0 | Electrical short smell emanates from engine compartment. Dealer acknowledges odor but attributes to "new" car smell. Suggested that chemicals on metal components will burn off by 1000 miles. |
| Jul | 2011 | 19000 | 0 | Rear cup holder hinge defective. |
| Mar | 2013 | 45000 | Most recent odometer entry. | |
2009 Chevrolet Malibu 4dr Sedan
252-horsepower 3.6L V6 6-speed shiftable automatic FWD
| Chevrolet Malibu in Pennsylvania, United States | ||||
| Month | Year | Odometer (in miles) |
Cost | Problem/Repair Description |
| Feb | 2009 | 2000 | First odometer entry | |
| Mar | 2009 | 2000 | 0 | Bad smell from cowling; had to be disassembled and sprayed. Problem not yet resolved |
| Jul | 2011 | Most recent odometer entry. | ||
2009 Chevrolet Malibu 4dr Sedan
169-horsepower 2.4L I4 6-speed shiftable automatic FWD
| Chevrolet Malibu in Michigan, United States | ||||
| Month | Year | Odometer (in miles) |
Cost | Problem/Repair Description |
| Apr | 2009 | 3000 | First odometer entry | |
| Jun | 2009 | 4000 | 0 | Rtn to dif dealer (after consultation w/GM rep). 'mildew odor' in the psgr compatment. This mildew odor was very prevalent outside the vehicle eminating from the frt cowl vent below the wipers |
| Dec | 2011 | Most recent odometer entry. | ||
2008 Chevrolet Malibu 4dr Sedan
252-horsepower 3.6L V6 6-speed shiftable automatic FWD
| Chevrolet Malibu in Texas, United States | ||||
| Month | Year | Odometer (in miles) |
Cost | Problem/Repair Description |
| Feb | 2009 | 20000 | First odometer entry | |
| Apr | 2012 | 58300 | 500 | Water leaking into headlamp |
| Dec | 2012 | 61000 | Most recent odometer entry. | |
| Chevrolet Malibu in Ontario, Canada | ||||
| Month | Year | Odometer (in miles) |
Cost | Problem/Repair Description |
| Jul | 2008 | 0 | First odometer entry | |
| Mar | 2009 | 8060 | 0 | Front door locks developed a significant clunk that occurred when opening doors. Dealer installed striker panel spacers and aligned the doors, problem fixed. On a side note - as a result of the adjustment the front doors sit a bit lower than a rear ones. |
| Aug | 2009 | Most recent odometer entry. | ||
2008 Chevrolet Malibu 4dr Sedan
169-horsepower 2.4L I4 4-speed automatic FWD
| Chevrolet Malibu in Ohio, United States | ||||
| Month | Year | Odometer (in miles) |
Cost | Problem/Repair Description |
| Jun | 2011 | 56000 | First odometer entry | |
| Dec | 2012 | 75000 | 280 | Windshield wiper transmission was replaced. |
| Chevrolet Malibu in Delaware, United States | ||||
| Month | Year | Odometer (in miles) |
Cost | Problem/Repair Description |
| Dec | 2007 | 0 | First odometer entry | |
| Nov | 2008 | 10000 | 0 | Driver's door latch intermittently would not let the door latch or unlatch, making it bounce or get stuck shut. The latch was replaced and all is back to normal. |
| Dec | 2009 | Most recent odometer entry. | ||
| Chevrolet Malibu in Massachusetts, United States | ||||
| Month | Year | Odometer (in miles) |
Cost | Problem/Repair Description |
| Apr | 2010 | 41000 | First odometer entry | |
| May | 2010 | 43000 | 225 | Driver's side door latch failed. GM paid the cost of replacement after contacting the customer support center. |
| Jun | 2011 | Most recent odometer entry. | ||
2007 Chevrolet Malibu 4dr Hatch
217-horsepower 3.5L V6 4-speed shiftable automatic FWD
| Chevrolet Malibu in Ontario, Canada | ||||
| Month | Year | Odometer (in miles) |
Cost | Problem/Repair Description |
| Feb | 2009 | 33 | replace radio under warranty | |
| Apr | 2011 | Most recent odometer entry. | ||
2006 Chevrolet Malibu 4dr Hatch
240-horsepower 3.9L V6 4-speed shiftable automatic FWD
| Chevrolet Malibu in Colorado, United States | ||||
| Month | Year | Odometer (in miles) |
Cost | Problem/Repair Description |
| Jul | 2011 | 77000 | First odometer entry | |
| Aug | 2011 | 79000 | 350 | Car has several other issues not yet addressed - pwr lock switch not working, hatch release not working, trim parts fall off. Horrible build quality. |
| Jun | 2012 | 91000 | Most recent odometer entry. | |
2006 Chevrolet Malibu 4dr Hatch
201-horsepower 3.5L V6 4-speed shiftable automatic FWD
| Chevrolet Malibu in Alberta, Canada | ||||
| Month | Year | Odometer (in miles) |
Cost | Problem/Repair Description |
| Mar | 2012 | 49600 | First odometer entry | |
| Jan | 2013 | 57040 | 300 | Remote starters (x 2) stopped working. |
| Mar | 2013 | Most recent odometer entry. | ||
2005 Chevrolet Malibu 4dr Sedan
200-horsepower 3.5L V6 4-speed shiftable automatic FWD
| Chevrolet Malibu in Alberta, Canada | ||||
| Month | Year | Odometer (in miles) |
Cost | Problem/Repair Description |
| Aug | 2007 | 10 | seafoamed the engine: 1/3 in the tank, 1/3 in the crankcase and a 1/3 up the vacuum line. | |
| Sep | 2012 | 96720 | Most recent odometer entry. | |
2005 Chevrolet Malibu 4dr Hatch
200-horsepower 3.5L V6 4-speed shiftable automatic FWD
| Chevrolet Malibu in Hawaii, United States | ||||
| Month | Year | Odometer (in miles) |
Cost | Problem/Repair Description |
| Mar | 2008 | 25000 | First odometer entry | |
| May | 2008 | 26000 | 0 | Rear hatch struts failed. Both replaced. |
| Jun | 2011 | Most recent odometer entry. | ||
2004 Chevrolet Malibu 4dr Sedan
145-horsepower 2.2L I4 4-speed shiftable automatic FWD
| Chevrolet Malibu in Ontario, Canada | ||||
| Month | Year | Odometer (in miles) |
Cost | Problem/Repair Description |
| Oct | 2012 | 90520 | First odometer entry | |
| Jan | 2013 | 92380 | 380 | Power trunk latch failed and key latch was seized. |
| Chevrolet Malibu in Ontario, Canada | ||||
| Month | Year | Odometer (in miles) |
Cost | Problem/Repair Description |
| Apr | 2010 | 79360 | First odometer entry | |
| Oct | 2010 | 83700 | 260 | THE TRUNK WOULD NOT OPEN WITH THE KEY AT ALL. SOMETIMES BUTTON PUSHED AND TRUNK DIDN'T OPEN. I REPLACED LOCK. |
| Jun | 2011 | 91760 | Most recent odometer entry. | |
2004 Chevrolet Malibu 4dr Hatch
200-horsepower 3.5L V6 4-speed shiftable automatic FWD
| Chevrolet Malibu in New Brunswick, Canada | ||||
| Month | Year | Odometer (in miles) |
Cost | Problem/Repair Description |
| Feb | 2005 | 0 | Adjust LH door striker and hinges - warranty | |
| Sep | 2005 | 0 | Replace RR seat recliner handle - warranty | |
| Oct | 2006 | 0 | Panic alarm will sound on its own - replaced hood latch - warranty Check engine light on - installed new thermostat - warranty Clunk in steering when turning - installed new steering gear - warranty | |
2002 Chevrolet Malibu 4dr Sedan
170-horsepower 3.1L V6 4-speed automatic FWD
| Chevrolet Malibu in New York, United States | ||||
| Month | Year | Odometer (in miles) |
Cost | Problem/Repair Description |
| Aug | 2011 | 302 | Rear window fell down. Needed new power window regulator. Part only available from GM so cost was very high. | |
| Chevrolet Malibu in Minnesota, United States | ||||
| Month | Year | Odometer (in miles) |
Cost | Problem/Repair Description |
| Mar | 2007 | 0 | Right rear taillight assembly became full of water. The tail lamp broke because of the contact with the water and had to be replaced. I emptied the water out of the lens assembly. | |
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