2011 Chevrolet Malibu Problems and Repair Histories
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2011 Chevrolet Malibus for which no problems have been reported are not displayed. So the 2011 Chevrolet Malibu problems and repair histories you see here should not be used to infer car problem frequency.
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Chevrolet Malibu Reliability through December 31, 2012
General NotesModels and statistics marked with an asterisk (*) have very low sample sizes. These results, visible only to logged-in members, provide only a rough estimate of car reliability.Any result under 20 repair trips per 100 cars is likely a result of the small sample size, and should be expected to increase to 20 or so in future updates.
New models often start out with high repair rates, and then improve as the manufacturer identifies and addresses common problems. MethodologyOnly successfully completed repairs are currently included in the analysis. Routine maintenance, most wear items, recalls, and problems fixed with just a reflash or warning light reset are not included.
| Year | Make/Model | Trips/Year/100 Cars | Compared to all models for the same year | |
| 2011 | Chevrolet Malibu | 21 Malibus, 9.5 months of data per Malibu, average 22300 miles Small sample size. Join or 21 Malibus, 9.5 months of data per Malibu, average 22300 miles Small sample size. sign in to view |
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2011 Chevrolet Malibu
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| Chevrolet in Texas, United States | ||||
| Month | Year | Odometer (in miles) |
Cost | Problem/Repair Description |
| Oct | 2011 | 3000 | First odometer entry | |
| Nov | 2011 | 4000 | 0 | This car has had problems after the first week we owned it. Have taken it back to the dealer many times. They have gotten the Engineers out to try to find the problem they don't know what is wrong they just keep replacing componets. |
| Dec | 2011 | 4000 | 0 | Had to replace the transmission at 4400 miles. Junk this car has had every module and electrical part replaced. This is the worst car I have ever bought GM will Buy this car back as a lemon. |
2011 Chevrolet Malibu 4dr Sedan
169-horsepower 2.4L I4 6-speed shiftable automatic FWD
| Chevrolet Malibu in Missouri, United States | ||||
| Month | Year | Odometer (in miles) |
Cost | Problem/Repair Description |
| Oct | 2011 | 6000 | First odometer entry | |
| Mar | 2013 | 21000 | 0 | Key FOB was not opening trunk. Dealer replaced under warranty. |
| Chevrolet Malibu in Virginia, United States | ||||
| Month | Year | Odometer (in miles) |
Cost | Problem/Repair Description |
| Apr | 2012 | 16000 | First odometer entry | |
| Mar | 2013 | 28000 | 0 | It threw a catalytic converter code. Dealer had to install new Cat. Said they had a batch that was bad and were replacing them if they went. Not a recall. |
| Chevrolet Malibu in Pennsylvania, United States | ||||
| Month | Year | Odometer (in miles) |
Cost | Problem/Repair Description |
| Jul | 2011 | 0 | Car developed a shake during the 1-2 shift when hot. Dealer did not believe the issue was a concern - did not repair. Returned car to a different dealer to check the shake at the 1-2 shift. Car also was now surging (bouncing RPM) and lacking power when hot. Dealer reprogrammed ECM with update per a TSB to address both issues. | |
| Aug | 2011 | 0 | Returned vehicle to dealer. Shake returned again in first gear or the 1-2 shift. Dealer tested transmission; all ok. Reset PCM. Shake went away after reset. Shake came back again 2 days later. Will be returning to dealer. Drivers seat clicks and pops while driving. Dealer ordered a replacement seat-back under warranty. On national back-order - will return car when parts come in. | |
| Chevrolet Malibu in Ohio, United States | ||||
| Month | Year | Odometer (in miles) |
Cost | Problem/Repair Description |
| Sep | 2011 | 0 | Replace transmission control module under warranty as a result of error code/check engine light | |
| Apr | 2013 | Most recent odometer entry. | ||
| Chevrolet Malibu in Michigan, United States | ||||
| Month | Year | Odometer (in miles) |
Cost | Problem/Repair Description |
| Oct | 2011 | 18000 | First odometer entry | |
| Feb | 2013 | 50000 | 0 | TRAC and stability lights came on, P0106 stored, cleaned connections in MAP sensor wiring. |
| Mar | 2013 | 53000 | Most recent odometer entry. | |
| Chevrolet Malibu in Texas, United States | ||||
| Month | Year | Odometer (in miles) |
Cost | Problem/Repair Description |
| Jun | 2012 | 34000 | First odometer entry | |
| Aug | 2012 | 36700 | 0 | 3rd visit to dealer to repair a rain water leak from rear passenger side door. 1st time the drain holes in door frame were plugged from factory. Second time, thought was fixed. Third time, finally may have found leak in door panel seal. |
| Mar | 2013 | 47000 | Most recent odometer entry. | |
| Chevrolet Malibu in California, United States | ||||
| Month | Year | Odometer (in miles) |
Cost | Problem/Repair Description |
| Oct | 2011 | 5000 | First odometer entry | |
| Dec | 2011 | 6000 | 0 | Temperature actuator switches back and forth steadily at max temp setting. Problem may be with the air door not opening properly. Seems to stop when duct or air door is hot (after running blower on high for awhile). Engine won't turn over about half the time because of theft deterrent system. Guages initialize, but car doesn't start. Usually works second or third attempt. Dealership couldn't duplicate. Problem started around 4000 miles on odometer. |
| Oct | 2012 | 13000 | 50 | Problem with power seats. Key problem - kicked out an error code. Car failed to start because key & anti-theft system failed. Temperature door/damper actuator was bad, noisy, would hunt for the proper position (hit a spot where it would go back and forth or chatter). Paint peeling and chipping around fender edge by head light. Seat cover started to tear at seam. |
| Apr | 2013 | 19000 | 0 | Starting to have problems with anti-theft system again. Went to dealer to check for error codes. There was an error for not reading the key properly. Haven't had problem since new keys in Oct. Will try spare key & see if problem goes away. |
| Chevrolet Malibu in Michigan, United States | ||||
| Month | Year | Odometer (in miles) |
Cost | Problem/Repair Description |
| Mar | 2011 | 0 | left bolster on drivers seat, cushion collapsed. New cushion ordered, replaced plus added some of old cushion. Back in a week for same problem, they took it to an upholstery shop, glued in more cushion. Seat pan is bad design. | |
| Jan | 2012 | 17000 | 0 | Wife went to stop and heard growling noise and brakes barely stopped. Not clear if she was on a slippery surface/gravel . It was test driven, inspected and the tires were rotated (overdue). |
| Dec | 2012 | 33000 | Most recent odometer entry. | |
| Chevrolet Malibu in Ohio, United States | ||||
| Month | Year | Odometer (in miles) |
Cost | Problem/Repair Description |
| Dec | 2011 | 9000 | First odometer entry | |
| Aug | 2012 | 15000 | 0 | Rattle in sunroof cover |
| Mar | 2013 | 21000 | Most recent odometer entry. | |
| Chevrolet Malibu in Arizona, United States | ||||
| Month | Year | Odometer (in miles) |
Cost | Problem/Repair Description |
| Jun | 2012 | 32000 | First odometer entry | |
| Sep | 2012 | 35000 | 0 | Rear cupholder spring broken, replaced under warranty. |
| Mar | 2013 | 43000 | Most recent odometer entry. | |
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