2009 Chevrolet Malibu Problems and Repair Histories
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2009 Chevrolet Malibus for which no problems have been reported are not displayed. So the 2009 Chevrolet Malibu problems and repair histories you see here should not be used to infer car problem frequency.
For 2009 Chevrolet Malibu problem frequency, check the Car Reliability Survey result. For the problems behind the score, check the 2009 Chevrolet Malibu 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.
| Year | Make/Model | Trips/Year/100 Cars | Compared to all models for the same year | |
| 2009 | Chevrolet Malibu | 30 Malibus, 9.7 months of data per Malibu, average 46200 miles 25 |
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2009 Chevrolet Malibu 4dr Sedan
169-horsepower 2.4L I4 6-speed shiftable automatic FWD
| Chevrolet Malibu in Indiana, United States | ||||
| Month | Year | Odometer (in miles) |
Cost | Problem/Repair Description |
| Sep | 2009 | 8000 | First odometer entry | |
| Oct | 2009 | 9000 | 0 | Dash panel needed snapping in place |
| Jun | 2011 | Most recent odometer entry. | ||
| Chevrolet Malibu in Michigan, United States | ||||
| Month | Year | Odometer (in miles) |
Cost | Problem/Repair Description |
| Apr | 2009 | 3000 | First odometer entry | |
| May | 2009 | 3000 | 0 | Within a week of vehicle delivery (4FE09), we detected a 'mildew odor' in the psgr compatment. This mildew odor was very prevalent outside the vehicle eminating from the frt cowl vent below the wipers. |
| 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 | 2010 | 24000 | 0 | Grandson stepped on rear fold down cup holder (behind console) & broke off. Service of vehicle performed while we took deliver of a 2011 Camaro. Worked completed before we finished paperwork for new car. No charge. |
| Dec | 2011 | Most recent odometer entry. | ||
| Chevrolet Malibu in Ontario, Canada | ||||
| Month | Year | Odometer (in miles) |
Cost | Problem/Repair Description |
| Mar | 2009 | 0 | First odometer entry | |
| Aug | 2010 | 6200 | 0 | Right front Idler arm worn/damaged . |
| Mar | 2011 | 9300 | 0 | Could not remove key from ignition . Ignition sensor had to be replaced . |
| Apr | 2011 | 9920 | 0 | Key Fob broken inside the plastic housing unit . |
| Jan | 2013 | 29140 | 0 | Steering Gear Box not working . New Gear Box installed . |
| Mar | 2013 | 29760 | Most recent odometer entry. | |
| Chevrolet Malibu in Ontario, Canada | ||||
| Month | Year | Odometer (in miles) |
Cost | Problem/Repair Description |
| Sep | 2009 | 11780 | First odometer entry | |
| Feb | 2010 | 19220 | 0 | Left wheel bearing went bad right headlight lens has condensation in it replaced right front headlamp lense assembly - problem fixed |
| Mar | 2011 | 47740 | 0 | wheel bearing failure wheel bearing - third one |
| Mar | 2013 | 107880 | Most recent odometer entry. | |
| Chevrolet Malibu in Georgia, United States | ||||
| Month | Year | Odometer (in miles) |
Cost | Problem/Repair Description |
| Nov | 2008 | 0 | First odometer entry | |
| Jan | 2009 | 1000 | 0 | Phone bluetooth would not stayed paired. Replaced Onstar communication module to repair bluetooth loss of pairing when car shut off. |
| Aug | 2012 | 35300 | 300 | Blower resistor failed |
| Mar | 2013 | 40000 | Most recent odometer entry. | |
| Chevrolet Malibu in Wisconsin, United States | ||||
| Month | Year | Odometer (in miles) |
Cost | Problem/Repair Description |
| Nov | 2008 | 4000 | First odometer entry | |
| Feb | 2009 | 9000 | 32 | Bluetooth needed upate to get to resync with phone. |
| Dec | 2009 | 22000 | 0 | center console broke latch |
| Mar | 2010 | Most recent odometer entry. | ||
2009 Chevrolet Malibu 4dr Sedan
169-horsepower 2.4L I4 4-speed automatic FWD
| Chevrolet Malibu in New York, United States | ||||
| Month | Year | Odometer (in miles) |
Cost | Problem/Repair Description |
| Nov | 2010 | 19000 | First odometer entry | |
| Dec | 2010 | 20000 | 0 | front left headlight water in it |
| Jun | 2011 | Most recent odometer entry. | ||
| Chevrolet Malibu in Michigan, United States | ||||
| Month | Year | Odometer (in miles) |
Cost | Problem/Repair Description |
| May | 2009 | 0 | First odometer entry | |
| Oct | 2011 | 23000 | 0 | Noise in steering column like something catching on turns. Some module replaced with the comment that this was not common failure but not entirely unusual. That is, they had the part in stock. |
| Apr | 2013 | 40000 | 25 | Replace burnt out right rear turn indicator light |
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