1. Chevrolet Malibu
  2. Problems
  3. 2005
  4. Cooling System

2005 Chevrolet Malibu Cooling System Problems

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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.

Mileage in stored records

BandRecords
30–60k mi1

Complaint records

Owner-submitted complaint content, presented as stored.

  • August 10, 2009

    Cooling System · Fuel System, Gasoline

    I own a 05 pre-owned chevy malibu that was in prestine condition when buying. After having for about 6 months the fuel gauge started acting erratically and the check engine light stays on as a cause of this issue. I was told it will cost me $800 to fix the issue. Also the air conditioning unit has gone out due to a faulty part (told by a mechanic). I googled this issue and so many other purchasers of the same…

    ODI 10327179

  • July 18, 2008 · 50,000 miles

    Caliper · Cooling System · Radio/Tape Deck/Cd Etc. · Starter Assembly · Steering · Suspension · Tie Rod Assembly

    Tl*the contact owns a 2005 chevrolet malibu. When turning the steering wheel, the contact heard a popping sound. The failure began six months ago and now it is causing the power steering to fail. The failure was very subtle at first, but now the power steering fails for days at a time. The air conditioning would activate on and off, but now it does not work at all. The dealer stated that the power steering module…

    ODI 10234767

  • October 1, 2006

    Automatic Transmission · Cooling System · Exterior Lighting · Instrument Cluster/Panel · Service Brakes, Hydraulic · Steering

    Email (in) requesting an investigation of general motors re their dangerous & defective products. *ts *nm updated 2/15/2007 - the consumer smelled antifreeze coming through the air vents. The driver's side headlight had to be replaced. Problem with brakes. A steering gear associated with the rack and pinion was replaced. The transmission hesitated. The consumer heard a knocking noise when turning the steering wheel.…

    ODI 10171196