The contact owns a 2009 Chevrolet Malibu. The contact stated that an abnormal noise was heard coming from the engine. The contact took the vehicle to an independent mechanic where it was diagnosed with a defective catalytic converter. The contact also stated that when turning the steering wheel, the wheels failed to respond. In addition, the ABS and ECM warning indicators illuminated when the failure occurred. Ed bozarth Chevrolet (2001 S havana St, Aurora, co 80014, (720) 746-2716) and autonation Chevrolet North (7320 N broadway, denver, co 80216, (303) 720-7609) were contacted and stated that there were no recalls on the vehicle. The manufacturer was not notified of the failures. The vehicle was not repaired. The failure mileage was 100,000.

- Denver, CO, USA

Letter from senator burr on behalf of constituent concerning problems with her 2009 Chevrolet Malibu: She feels it a prime candidate for GM to reclaim under provisions of the North Carolina lemon law the consumer stated on second day of ownership, the vehicle had to be returned to the dealer for defective parts and remained there for approximately three weeks. Since then, the vehicle has been returned several times for defects relating to the engine, computer, and catalytic converter. The consumer stated while driving on mountainous or hilly terrains the engine would slow down dramatically.

- Glen Echo, MD, USA