10.0

really awful
Crashes / Fires:
11 / 1
Injuries / Deaths:
4 / 0
Average Mileage:
75,828 miles

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problem #3

May 192004

Malibu

  • miles
Problems with power steering and air bags on 2004 Chevrolet Malibu.** answer required***. the consumer was involved in an accident in which the air bags did not deploy. While driving the power steering stopped working.

- Elmont, NY, USA

problem #2

Jan 192005

Malibu

  • 8,900 miles
When hit on the driver's sideat 55 mph side air bags did not deploy. Consumer sustained neck injuries. Vehicle was towed. Dealership was notified, but did not resolve the problem.

- Plainfield, WI, USA

problem #1

Sep 082004

Malibu 6-cyl

  • Automatic transmission
  • 150 miles
While driving, the air bag light illuminated on the dashboard. The vehicle was taken to the dealership and the mechanic told the consumer not to panic, because it was normal. The passenger side door was permanently lock from the outside.

- Pittsburgh, PA, USA