10.0
really awful- Crashes / Fires:
- 0 / 0
- Injuries / Deaths:
- 0 / 0
- Average Mileage:
- 80 miles
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The third brake light cracked for unknown reasons in several spots. This has caused water to leak in and damage the ceiling/interior. It is just one of several issues that have happened since purchasing this vehicle brand new in 2018. It has singlehandedly been the worst vehicle that I have ever purchased as it has been unreliable, dangerous (shift to park, reduced engine power, etc) and costly with repairs.
- Big Lake, MN, USA
Noticed the rear center mounted stop lamp was cracked on the left side and found there was a substantial leak of water into the trunk from said lamp. This particular vehicle is the hybrid which makes this dangerous as the water is dripping over the high voltage battery. Vehicle has not yet been inspected.
- Homosassa, FL, USA
3rd brake light cracked on both sides.
- Culleoka, TN, USA
The rear liner had water indications, with an odor of mildew in the car. I couldn't drive around with mildew in my car. I notuved shortly after i purchased yhe vehicle that the brake light was cracked. I didmt think much of it, thought it was just a cosmetic thing. It was taken to my dealership and they confirmed the water was getting in through the cracked brake light. I did a little research and it seems to be a common issue with Malibu's. No warning other than the smell, that made me check the back seat.
- Tulsa, OK, USA
Third brake light cracks on left side, resulting in damage to the brake light and letting water leak in through the roof damaging the car's interior, including the rear curtain airbags.
- Newport News, VA, USA
The passenger side led light (day time/fog light) has gone out. I searched online to see if there was a recall and ran across a lot of Chevy owners with the exact same problem at the exact spot. If there isn't a recall then one should definitely been in order. Led light should not have gone out and I shouldn't be charged an arm and a leg to diagnose the problem.
- Prosper, TX, USA
Head lamp low beam goes out after driving a few miles. I have changed the bulb twice. This is a common issue with this vehicle.
- Cibolo, TX, USA
While driving during nighttime:headlights lightbeam reaches only 12 feet in front of car. Level adjustment is at maximum high. Dealer was unable to adjust lights to a higher level
- Umtilla, FL, USA
My right blinker and brake light keep shorting out. It will be fine for a few days and then stop working. Also, the interior carpet is too short and keep coming out of the trim in the front area S of the vehicle.
- Coeur D Alene, ID, USA
- Georgetown, TX, USA