2003 Chevrolet Malibu Chevrolet Malibu 2003

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2003 Chevrolet Malibu repairs by problem area

Engine (64%)

Transmission and Drivetrain (9%)

Brakes and Traction Control (0%)

Suspension and Steering (18%)

Electrical and Air Conditioning (9%)

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

Other (0%)

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2003 Chevrolet Malibu engine repair cost distribution

$2500+ (0%)

$1000 - $2499 (29%)

$500 - $999 (29%)

$100 - $499 (14%)

< $100 (29%)

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Chart based on 7 repair trips. The repair cost chart excludes repairs made under warranty, do-it-yourself repairs, and repair trips that include maintenance.

2003 Chevrolet Malibu 4dr Sedan

170-horsepower 3.1L V6 4-speed automatic FWD

74000 mi

US $700
Fuel Pump replaced. 
75000 mi

US $1400
Engine replaced due to Dexcool contamination. 
158000 mi

US $200
Replaced water pump 
119000 mi

US $500
Vehicle stopped in the middle of the road with a broken fuel pump. The electric fuel pump is immersed in the fuel tank so the tank had to be dropped down for the pump to be replaced. 
94000 mi We bought a battery for it and it began to drain the battery more than usual so we got another battery for it. Also, The key ignition switch was going out so my husband ordered a ignition switch for it and put it in. 
148000 mi

US $1000
maintainance with fuel pump and all other staff 
133000 mi

US $30
Changed squeaking serpentine belt and water pump 

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2003 Chevrolet Malibu Engine Problems

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