10.0

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

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problem #5

Dec 291997

Malibu

  • Automatic transmission
  • miles
Computor body module failed.

- Rancho Palos Verdes, CA, USA

problem #4

Jul 201999

Malibu

  • miles
We have had numerous things repaired or replaced on this car. Everything from the carpet to the radio to warped rotors. We are currently trying to "get out of" our lease due to the number of problems that we are experiencing. It's become quite a nuisance to have and we are dissappointed and even angry at the fact that these many problems have gone uninvestigated by the dealer that we take it to for repairs. Fortunately, there have been no serious malfunctions with the car causing accidents. We have an extensive list of repairs done to the car starting less than six months from the date of purchase. To date, we have had this car serviced for repairs on average, once every six weeks.

- Norwood, OH, USA

problem #3

May 111999

Malibu

  • miles
The same electrical failure has now happened 4X. No one has any idea why it happens or how to fix it.

- Johnstown, OH, USA

problem #2

May 011998

Malibu

  • miles
All electrical gauges on the vehicle just die out. No prior indication or warning, vehicle will automatically shut off. Vehicle being towed to dealer. Dealer is aware of the problem. Incident has occurred four times prior. Dealer cannot duplicate the problem, and problem still occurs.

- Miami, FL, USA

problem #1

Nov 031997

(reported on)

Malibu

  • miles
Electrical system fails causing the whole instrument panel to go out.

- Bee, VA, USA