2004 Chevrolet Malibu Column Problems
- 43
- Owner complaint records in our dataset
Records are owner complaints, not a measured failure rate.
Owner complaint recordsComplaint records reflect reports in our dataset and do not measure how frequently the problem occurs across all vehicles.
What owners report
- steering column · 50 records
- power steering · 17 records
- steering wheel · 17 records
- column replaced · 10 records
- replaced steering · 10 records
- needed replaced · 5 records
Mileage in stored records
| Band | Records |
|---|---|
| 1–30k mi | 23 |
| 30–60k mi | 7 |
| 60–100k mi | 3 |
| 100–150k mi | 3 |
Complaint records
Owner-submitted complaint content, presented as stored.
Column
Tl* the contact owns a 2004 chevrolet malibu. When making a turn, an abnormal noise emitted from the steering column. The vehicle was taken to an independent mechanic. The technician diagnosed that the steering column flex coupling needed to be replaced. The vehicle was repaired. The manufacturer was not notified of the failure. The failure mileage was 66,759.
ODI 10652534
Column
Tl* the contact owns a 2004 chevrolet malibu. While turning left at approximately 45 mph, the contact stated that there was an abnormal rattle coming from the steering columns. The failure continued to recur whenever she would attempt a turn at any speed. The vehicle was taken to an independent mechanic where she was informed that the steering column was rusted. The vehicle was not repaired. On a later date while…
ODI 10351499
Column
Tl* the contact owns a 2004 chevrolet malibu. The contact was driving approximately 5 mph, a clanking noise sounded and the steering wheel failed to function properly. The vehicle was taken to an authorized dealer. The entire steering column was replaced on two separate occasions. The first repair was at dealers expense. The second repair the manufacturer was responsible for half of the repair cost. The vehicle was…
ODI 10322127
Column
Tl* the contact owns a 2004 chevrolet malibu. While driving 45 mph the steering column locked on the vehicle. She was able to safely restart the vehicle, and after 5 minutes the vehicle resumed normal operation. The vehicle was taken to the dealer, but the technicians could not identify the cause of the failure. The current and failure mileages were 117,000.
ODI 10290574
Column
Tl* the contact owns a 2004 chevrolet malibu. The entire steering column was replaced at 17,000 miles for power steering failure. Two weeks ago she paid $1000.00 to replace the steering column. The manufacturer was notified, but because the warranty expired no assistance was provided. The failure mileage was 132,000.
ODI 10288589
Column · Power Train
Tl*the contact owns a 2004 chevrolet malibu. While driving 35 mph, the contact lost control of the vehicle and was unable to shift gears. She was unable to stop the vehicle and shift into park. She drove to the dealer and they assisted her in placing the vehicle into park and shutting it off. There were no warnings prior to the failure. While at the dealer, a technician determined that the shift lever assembly…
ODI 10260775
Column · Engine And Engine Cooling · Fuel System, Gasoline · Tie Rod Assembly
Tl*the contact owns a 2004 chevrolet malibu. The contact was driving approximately between 25-35 mph; proceeding to make a turn. There was a loud popping noise coming from the steering wheel. The power steering warning light indicator illuminated on the instrument panel. The warning indicator remained illuminated until the engine was turned off. Also, the engine warning indicator illuminated at a different time. The…
ODI 10320382
Column
Tl*the contact owns a 2004 chevrolet malibu. While backing out of the driveway at 5 mph, the vehicle swerved to the left when the contact attempted to swerve right. The vehicle was difficult to turn and unable to be moved to the left. The power steering did not work when turned to the right, and the steering wheel was very loose when it was turned to the left. The failure has occurred twice. She took the vehicle to…
ODI 10234360
Column
Tl*the contact owns a 2004 chevrolet malibu. The contact stated that the car icon light would illuminate intermittently on the dashboard. On one occasion, the vehicle experienced loss of power steering. The dealer replaced the steering column. The current mileage was 56,011 and failure mileage was 53,300. Updated 04/08/08. *lj
ODI 10222181
Column
In september 2005 i took the 2004 chevrolet malibu to the dealer to check a problem in the steering column . The dealership fixed the problem and the manager as much as admitted that there was something defective in the steering column of that particular vehicle. I paid for the repairs, but i immediately called general motors, and told some one there that i didn't think it was right to be charged for a repair on…
ODI 10196407
Column · Switch · Vehicle Speed Control
Tl*the contact owns a 2004 chevrolet malibu. While attempting a turn at approximate speeds of 10-15 mph, the power steering failed causing the contact to barely avoid crashing into another vehicle. A police report was filed. The vehicle was taken to the dealer three times for concerns of the power steering failing. The dealer replaced the power steering column, ignition switch and throttle body. The approximate…
ODI 10336827
Column
Dt*: the contact stated while driving on the freeway, the steering column locked up. The 2004 chevrolet was the first year manufactured with a electric steering column. In april 2005, the steering column was making a noise and was tight resulting in difficult steering for sharp turns. To correct the problem, the dealer replaced the steering column. In july 2006, there was a second failure to the steering column, it…
ODI 10163089
Column
In two occasions i experienced a complete loss of steering .the car a chevrolet model malibu year 2004 was transported to a chevrolet dealer(norwood chevrolet) in warwick ri. The mechanic diagnosed a steering column shift-torque sensor failure.gm admitted that they had an internal recall. The steering column was replaced as per gm customer relation manager.the bill was 610.48 dollars.theynever refund me because the…
ODI 10161691
Column
Dt*: the contact stated while driving 30 mph the steering wheel was difficult to turn. The vehicle has been to the dealership twice for repairs, but the problem reoccurs. The dealership and manufacturer were notified however, no additional repairs have been made.
ODI 10150149
Column · Exhaust System
Dt contact stated the steering wheel would move by itself. The contact would try to turn the steering wheel and the steering wheel would turn in the opposite direction this happened on may 15, 2004, and the dealer replaced the steering column. On october 17, 2005 . ,the same thing happened again and the vehicle was going into the local dealer today. There was no prior warning. This happened on dry road conditions.…
ODI 10139836
Column · Fuel Gauge System · Fuel Pump · Wheel Bearing
There was a cluncking sound every time i turn the wheel to the left or the right. I took the car to the dealer on two occasions for repair, and they replaced the steering column both times, the car still cluncked. .the dealer said the cluncking sound was okay and not to bring it back.the right wheel bearing was replaced, and now the gas gauge did not work. Also, i was told when the gas gauge failed it wa s an early…
ODI 10193661
Column · Fuel Gauge System · Fuel Pump · Wheel Bearing
There wa sa cluncking sound every time i turned the wheel to the left or the right. I sent the car to the dealer on two occasions for repairs, and they replaced the steering column both times, the car still cluncked. .the dealer said the cluncking sound was okay and not to bring it back.the right wheel bearing was replaced, and now the gas gaug efailed. 1 was told when the gas gauge failure was an early warning that…
ODI 10193660
Column
I purchased a 2004 chevrolet malibu ls in april of 2004. Since that time there have been many safety issues with this vehicle. The first of the issues was the brakes locking up while driving the vehicle. The dealership repaired this under a recall along with some seat belt and air bag related recalls. The vehicle has also never steered correctly and the electronic steering column has been replaced three times. I…
ODI 10139147
Column
I have a 2004 chevy mailbu ls and it has been about a month ago i was driving and w/out any notice the power steering column broke. And on today i tried to retrive a report on-line to find out if this car has giving anyone else a problem and it sure has. About a couple months before i purchase it had been in the dealership getting service. I no that it this is not very safe because i almost got rear ended and i had…
ODI 10124353
Column
The steering column was replaced on my car twice since i purchased it in november of 2003. I lose all ability to steer at 60 mph and have to stop immediately. *ak
ODI 10116497
Column · Electric Power Assist System · Steering
While driving at high speed of 65-70 mph vehicle momentarily lost power steering. Vehicle was taken to the dealer, who found that the steering column assembly needed to be replaced.*ak
ODI 10103675
Column
Sterling column rattles, and then locking and resistance. *ak
ODI 10098914
Column
I have a 2004 chevy malibu ls, it is not yet 18 months old and i have to bring it in for the 2nd steering column replacement this monday. I have done some research and have found out that hundreds of people have had similar/worse problems with sterring. Some examples include complete loss of steering, loss of power steering, a loud thudding sound when turning th wheel during right turns (this is what my car has been…
ODI 10121747
Column
Steering wheel quivers when stopped, check steering displayed, power steering went out (1st time service 10/28/04) thump noise when turning (2nd time service 08/29/05) both service orders state replace failed steering column. Vehicle is making the same thump noise again so it will be taken in for 3rd time service.*jb
ODI 10138184
Column · Electric Power Assist System · Horn · Steering
While driving 60 mph the steering wheel locked. The consumer pulled over and restarted the vehicle. The horn did not work as well. *jb ea04018_cat
ODI 10097364