10.0

really awful
Crashes / Fires:
0 / 0
Injuries / Deaths:
0 / 0
Average Mileage:
0 miles

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problem #3

Jun 012004

Malibu

  • miles
While decreasing the speed vehicle stalled. Consumer tried to start the vehicle numerous time but was unable to do so. Vehicle was towed to the dealer for inspection, and mechanic was unable to duplicate the problem.

- University Park, IL, USA

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problem #2

Jun 112003

(reported on)

Malibu

  • miles
While traveling rpms would idle high, resulting in vehicle not to gaining speed or changing into passing gear. Vehicle has been serviced six times for problem.

- Walled Lake, MI, USA

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problem #1

Mar 032003

Malibu 6-cyl

  • Automatic transmission
  • miles
At 15,000 miles I had a piston knock develop. Pistons were replaced and was told this was a common problem with this engine. Gas cap seal bad at same time. Deck lid not properly adjusted at time of purchase. At 25,000 the rear left speaker was replaced due not working and the torque clutch converter was coming apart and stuck in the off position. First problem was noted in 2002.

- Tennyson, IN, USA

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