Chevrolet Malibu Reliability Comparisons
You won't find Chevrolet Malibu reliability information like this anywhere else. Actual repair frequencies, not just vague dots. So you can tell how much the Chevrolet Malibu truly differs from competing car models in reliability.
These stats are promptly updated four times a year, to much more closely track Chevrolet Malibu reliability as the cars age. Others tell you how reliable the Chevrolet Malibu was a year ago, when the cars were a year younger and had 12,000 fewer miles on them. Only TrueDelta tells you how reliable the Chevrolet Malibu has been recently.
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Chevrolet Malibu Reliability through December 31, 2012
An asterisk (*) marks results based on small sample sizes.
General NotesHow do we select "competing car models"? Users of TrueDelta's car price comparison tool most often compare these cars to the Chevrolet Malibu.Models 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.
Chevrolet Malibu Competitors' Reliability through December 31, 2012
An asterisk (*) marks results based on small sample sizes.
What People Are Saying about Reliability and the Chevrolet Malibu
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| Reliability and Durability of the Chevrolet Malibu: Pros | ||
| Year | Body/Powertrain | Comment |
| 2011 | 4dr Sedan 169-horsepower 2.4L I4 6-speed shiftable automatic FWD |
no real issues since 2008 release, owner satisfaction high |
| 2009 | 4dr Sedan 252-horsepower 3.6L V6 6-speed shiftable automatic FWD |
The Malibu competes well with comparable cars from Honda, Toyota, and Hyundai without the bland looks. This is something GM should have done a while ago. |
| 2009 | 4dr Sedan 169-horsepower 2.4L I4 6-speed shiftable automatic FWD |
7500 miles no problems, solid feel |
| 2009 | 4dr Sedan 169-horsepower 2.4L I4 6-speed shiftable automatic FWD |
Based on other owners and surveys I have seen it is very reliable - I currently have 23,000 KM - has been perfect - |
| 2007 | 4dr Sedan 145-horsepower 2.2L I4 4-speed shiftable automatic FWD |
Excellent simple design, ecotec 2.2 is well known european engine. Epsilon platform is widely spread through the world and one of GM best seller in the world. |
| 2007 | 4dr Sedan 217-horsepower 3.5L V6 4-speed shiftable automatic FWD |
We have had no problems in the two years we have owned it. |
| 2006 | 4dr Hatch 240-horsepower 3.9L V6 4-speed shiftable automatic FWD |
This car is bulletproof. It has not yet been to the dealership, other than oil change. My wife is very hard on this car, yet it has been perfect! |
| Reliability and Durability of the Chevrolet Malibu: Cons | ||
| Year | Body/Powertrain | Comment |
| 2009 | 4dr Sedan 169-horsepower 2.4L I4 4-speed automatic FWD |
I did not have the sense that this car was well built, It felt like t would not hold up well over time. |
| 2008 | 4dr Sedan 169-horsepower 2.4L I4 4-speed automatic FWD |
Reliability and durability of new electric assisted steering is showing on forums. I had a rear left electric door lock intermittent misfunction which was fixed under warranty. |
| 2005 | 4dr Sedan 145-horsepower 2.2L I4 4-speed shiftable automatic FWD |
Transmission solenoid failed at less than 85,000 miles. Cost a lot to fix. I had a Ford that ran 164,000 miles with only transmission maintenance. Front steering thumps when turned to the left. It goes away if you lube the steering shaft. |
| 2005 | 4dr Hatch 200-horsepower 3.5L V6 4-speed shiftable automatic FWD |
Front end steering problems that dealers in three states have been unable to permanantly correct despite replacing the steering rack and all suspension components. Twice. Also, the hatch-back pistons have failed and Chevy is unable to replace them. |
| 2004 | 4dr Hatch 200-horsepower 3.5L V6 4-speed shiftable automatic FWD |
Steering & chassis parts fail every few thousand miles. Parts that should last over 200k miles needs replacement under 50K miles. Transmission got burned. |
| 2004 | 4dr Hatch 200-horsepower 3.5L V6 4-speed shiftable automatic FWD |
Several problems: one was a bad weld in the left front quarter panel/fender. 2. Problem with electronic steering. 3. Seat broke and had to be replaced (all covered under warranty) |
| 2002 | 4dr Sedan 170-horsepower 3.1L V6 4-speed automatic FWD |
Lots of small problems with the electrical system common to the Malibu/Grand AM/Alero class. 3 HVAC control units failed. Turn signal switch. DEXcool + Intake manifold gasket issues. |
