10.0

really awful
Crashes / Fires:
1 / 0
Injuries / Deaths:
2 / 0
Average Mileage:
13,967 miles

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problem #3

Jul 012007

Malibu Maxx

  • 40,000 miles
For approximately one year, the right front turn light continues to go out. We have replaced the bulb many times. Sometimes it will last a few weeks and sometimes only a few days.

- Orlando, FL, USA

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problem #2

Dec 022005

Malibu Maxx 6-cyl

  • Automatic transmission
  • miles
On December 2, 2005 I was traveling to work using my typical route highway 74 also known as the ortega highway when coming to a sharp and narrow curve my brake pedal did not work and my steering was locked. I was not able to control the direction of my vehicle as a result the vehicle merged to on coming traffic and tumbled four times.

- Corona, CA, USA

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problem #1

Mar 242005

Malibu Maxx 6-cyl

  • Automatic transmission
  • 1,900 miles
Occurence #1: with less than 2000 mi on vehicle, it lost power steering while driving. The message came on the console. Towed to dealer who replaced steering column. Occurrence #2: with approx. 5000 mi on vehicle lost power steering when in reverse exiting parking space. Dash light went on as well as console message. Towed to dealer.

- Philadelphia, PA, USA

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