10.0

really awful
Crashes / Fires:
0 / 0
Injuries / Deaths:
1 / 0
Average Mileage:
33,774 miles

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problem #11

Jun 042003

Malibu

  • miles
While traveling on the highway and without prior warning the vehicle stalled.

- Coosada, AL, USA

problem #10

Jan 012001

Malibu 6-cyl

  • Automatic transmission
  • miles
Hazard and signal lights malfunctions engine noise (constant squeaking or ticking) air conditioning malfunctions.

- Union Springs, AL, USA

problem #9

Jun 182002

Malibu

  • miles
Both engine mounts broke while driving 5 mph. Dealer notified, and made the repairs. Manufacturer was notified. Feel free to provide any further information.

- Las Vegas, NV, USA

problem #8

May 252001

(reported on)

Malibu

  • Automatic transmission
  • miles
There is a rattling noise in engine due the pistons being too small. Also, it is causing gas to run out quicker. Dealer has fixed problem. Consumer beleives this problem is a manufacturer's defect, consumer states this motor was used in the cehvrolet lumina also, same factory pitons were put back in engine when overhauled.

- Waterbury, CT, USA

problem #7

Feb 132001

Malibu

  • Automatic transmission
  • miles
After the vehicle was taken for an oil change engine began to make a loud knocking and ticking noise until vehicle warmed up. Manufacturer has recognized the problem, and said that it was currently under investigation, but it was normal. Defect was in the pistons.

- Lorain, OH, USA

problem #6

Oct 262000

Malibu

  • miles
Replaced rotors and pads10/26/2000 and02/09/2001.replaced fuel tank sending unit 03/02/2001 replacing pistons in engine 03/05/2001

- Bristol, PA, USA

problem #5

Oct 022000

Malibu

  • miles
Vehicle experiencing excessive carbon build up on the piston rings, causing engine knocking and erratic operation. Dealer notified, and repairs were made, but problem reoccurred.

- West Saint Paul, MN, USA

problem #4

Aug 032000

(reported on)

Malibu

  • miles
GM placed smaller pistons in the motor causing the vehicle to make a tapping noise on cold starts. Nlm

- Marcellus, MI, USA

problem #3

May 052000

Malibu

  • miles
Vehicle would stall out without any prior warning while driving. This problem has happened at least 3 times. Took to dealer & mechanic could not locate problem of stalling. Had replaced the fuel modulator & the fuel pump 3 times. But, stalling problem still exists.

- Perth Amboy, NJ, USA

problem #2

May 222000

Malibu

  • Automatic transmission
  • miles
Vechicle made a rattling noise. Took it to the dealer & found the pistons had to be replaced. Dealer said that the noise was common.

- Decatur, GA, USA

problem #1

Oct 301999

Malibu

  • miles
Turning signals and flashers have been fixed. They want me to bring the car in on Monday so they can replace the pistons. I think they should give me another car.

- Magnolia, TX, USA