2012 Chevrolet Malibu Chevrolet Malibu 2012

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2012 Chevrolet Malibu repairs by problem area

Engine (31%)

Transmission and Drivetrain (12%)

Brakes and Traction Control (2%)

Suspension and Steering (19%)

Electrical and Air Conditioning (29%)

Paint, Rust, Leaks, Rattles, and Trim (7%)

Other (0%)

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2012 Chevrolet Malibu electrical repair cost distribution

$2500+ (0%)

$1000 - $2499 (0%)

$500 - $999 (9%)

$100 - $499 (36%)

< $100 (55%)

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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.

2012 Chevrolet Malibu 4dr Sedan

252-horsepower 3.6L V6 6-speed shiftable automatic FWD

55800 mi blower motor to disperse cool/warm air into car was only working intermittently blower motor resister was burned out and had to be replaced repair done under warranty 
61300 mi

US $191
warning lights were being displayed for tire pressure system and stability control car had be jump started battery did not pass test and was replaced 
70200 mi

US $683
air conditioner blower quit working and had just been replaced in April 2015 under warranty. The car seemed to be "producing" cool air but there was no blower sound or force of air coming out of the vents. Resister had melted and blower motor was pulling to much. Dealership replaced motor and resister and wired in new connector. 

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2012 Chevrolet Malibu 4dr Sedan

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

77000 mi Positive battery cable connector was replaced. Previous one had corroded away. 
81000 mi

US $15
Driver's side low beam headlight was replaced after failing. 
82000 mi Battery terminals corroded, car would not start. Terminals were cleaned and scrubbed, car was repaired. 
85000 mi

US $75
Both battery cables were replaced due to corrosion 
64000 mi

US $125
Check Airbag light came on several times but has not been on for many days. Dealer could not recover historical codes. Must wait until light stays on. 
54000 mi

US $120
Guages were jumping, car would not start after 10 mins of rap. Lad tested battery and voltage tested charging system... charging system ok... battery lad test failure voltage dropped to only 6v. Replaced ac Delco batt. With new interstate. 
31000 mi Key FOB not working. Dealer replaced Key FOB under warranty. 
53000 mi

US $130
replace brake pedal position sensor 
23300 mi Service airbag light came on 

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2012 Chevrolet Malibu Electrical Problems

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