4.7

definitely annoying
Crashes / Fires:
0 / 0
Injuries / Deaths:
0 / 0
Average Mileage:
22,500 miles

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problem #2

Mar 022004

(reported on)

Malibu

  • 45,000 miles
Consumer complained about an ignition problem. Consumer had to hold the key in ignition switch, turn and hold for a period of time before the engine turned over. Secondly, seat belt on the front driver side did not retract. Had to put the seat belt on manually. Also, brakes squeak when applied.

- Bell Gardens, CA, USA

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problem #1

Dec 271997

Malibu

  • miles
The consumer stated that when she driving her vechicle the lights of her anti lock brakes system and anti theft light and brake lights. All lights come on and the air condition stop working and the temp gauge.

- Baltimore, MD, USA

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