2009 Chevrolet Malibu Chevrolet Malibu 2009

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2009 Chevrolet Malibu repairs by problem area

Engine (22%)

Transmission and Drivetrain (9%)

Brakes and Traction Control (5%)

Suspension and Steering (22%)

Electrical and Air Conditioning (26%)

Paint, Rust, Leaks, Rattles, and Trim (10%)

Other (6%)

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2009 Chevrolet Malibu brake repair cost distribution

$2500+ (0%)

$1000 - $2499 (0%)

$500 - $999 (0%)

$100 - $499 (27%)

< $100 (73%)

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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.

2009 Chevrolet Malibu 4dr Sedan

169-horsepower 2.4L I4 6-speed shiftable automatic FWD

6448 mi Bluetooth reprogrammed to correct dropping of save device connections. Replaced brake vacuum pump. All warranty work. 
76000 mi

US $20
noise from front right. pad clips needed adjustment 
31000 mi Brake booster was failing, caused creaking sound through the brake pedal. 
31000 mi ESC/traction warning lights flashing. Dealer could not replicate while at dealer. The warning lights are still flashing. 
61000 mi

US $375
Traction control sensor on right front hub assembly 

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2009 Chevrolet Malibu 4dr Sedan

169-horsepower 2.4L I4 4-speed automatic FWD

116560 mi

C $1998
Brakes were squeeking 
141360 mi

C $427
Brake fluid lines replaced due to corrosion 
88000 mi Data comunications lost. Reseated connectors 
125800 mi Connector on the Body Control Module affecting the Brake Apply Sensor. recall due to fretting corrosion. Erratic brake lights and disabling of Traction Control, ABS and Stability Controls.GM safety recall 13036. 
150000 mi steering wheel sensor-covered by extended warranty 
160000 mi

US $150
RF wheel sensor 

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2009 Chevrolet Malibu Brake Problems

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