10.0

really awful
Crashes / Fires:
1 / 0
Injuries / Deaths:
1 / 0
Average Mileage:
25,017 miles

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problem #2

Dec 022005

Malibu Maxx 6-cyl

  • Automatic transmission
  • 50,000 miles
The contact stated the brakes and steering malfunctioned, resulting in an accident. The steering locked up while attempting to make a right turn. Prior to this incident she heard a squeaking noise in the brakes. She took the car to a mechanic, and was told brakes were in good working condition. She has not contacted the dealership. A police report was taken.. the contact suffered a concussion, and had nerve damage. Updated 12/30/05.

- Corona, CA, USA

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problem #1

Sep 292004

Malibu Maxx 6-cyl

  • Automatic transmission
  • 34 miles
At 34 miles on the car ABS/traction control sensor in the wheel hub failed, causing several trouble lights to come on and a sound signal to indicate there was a problem. The owners manual noted that the car should be towed to the dealership.

- Sacramento, CA, USA

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