1999 Chevrolet Malibu Radiator Assembly Problems

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August 1, 2004
Radiator Assembly
Water light coming on intermittently - taken to dealership 3 times for repair. After warrenty,car regularly overheats and the light came on and book said 'coolant' problem. I had radiator flushed and filled with antifreeze. Car now continues to overheat. Mechanics (3 so far) said this is a common problem with chevrolets. Cost would be $800 - $1,000 to repair leakage around lower intake gasket. I believe if this is a…
ODI 10096124
April 13, 2004
Radiator Assembly
Consumer stated that anti-freeze was leaking in vehicle for about 3-4 months. Consumer was told that there was a recall for the same problem. Consumer has not yet taken vehicle to a mechanic, but will do so soon. *ak
ODI 10067119
February 15, 2001
12v/24v/48v Battery · Air Conditioner · Alternator/Generator/Regulator · Carburetor System · Cooling System · Radiator Assembly
Alternator replaced. Dealer thought would remedy stalling/coolant leak at 38000 miles. Manual said no maintenance needed until 150000 or 5 years. Dealer told her to replace coolant, it kept leaking. Finally, dealer found crack in intake manifold, replaced that. Water pump was replaced due to leaking. *ak the a/c had never worked properly. The battery cable snapped off due to corrosion. *yh
ODI 880831