2006 Chevrolet Malibu Engine And Engine Cooling Problems
- 20
- 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 wheel · 5 records
- repaired failure · 4 records
- spark plugs · 4 records
Mileage in stored records
| Band | Records |
|---|---|
| 100–150k mi | 6 |
| 30–60k mi | 6 |
| 60–100k mi | 3 |
| 1–30k mi | 1 |
Complaint records
Owner-submitted complaint content, presented as stored.
Engine And Engine Cooling · Fuel System, Gasoline · Service Brakes
My car stalls and you can smell gas. It hasn't been working in three weeks now. *tr
ODI 10614984
Electrical System · Engine And Engine Cooling · Steering
I have a problem with my car overheating. This car overheated and antifreeze came pouring out of the overfill hose. I had a mechanic check it and fix it, next day same thing. The car anti-theft light come on, the steering wheel sometimes freeze up. This car sometimes turns on and off by itself, yes the key need not be inside. The brakes are horrible and i spent funds to change it. Help!!! This car seems to be a…
ODI 10546309
Electrical System · Engine And Engine Cooling
The worst car i ever had in my life will never have another one it is the middle of summer a/c compressor is frozen had it repaired and now it is breaking alternator belt this belt works the alternator and compressor had it replace twice it broke while driving down the road lost my steering in steering wheel almost wreak i am sick and tired of this darn car and in danger my life and kids life the car also will…
ODI 10534686
Engine And Engine Cooling
Se escucha un golpeteo por abajo del volante, me comentan los mecanicos que es la columna de la direccion y la cremallera . En realidad es muy fastidioso ya hace rato que se escucha. *tr
ODI 10452721
Engine And Engine Cooling
Tl* the contact owns a 2006 chevrolet malibu. The contact stated that the vehicle would loose power and would stall without warning. A local mechanic diagnosed that the catalytic converter was defective and would need to be replaced. Neither the dealer nor the manufacturer was notified of the failure. The vehicle was not repaired. The failure and the current mileage was 105,000.
ODI 10449576
Electrical System · Engine And Engine Cooling · Exterior Lighting
Made a transponder key, parts person at the gm dealership just started the engine with it and said it was already programmed.( he just tested to see if the key will start the engine.) when got home with original key and turned off the engine i tried to secure car with the remote and it did not work. Tried original key to start car everything was dead including battery. Disconnect and reconnect battery, now the…
ODI 10433709
Engine And Engine Cooling
Tl* the contact owns a 2006 chevrolet malibu. The contact stated that the vehicle would not start. The vehicle was towed to a local mechanic who was unable to diagnose the failure. The manufacturer was not made aware of the failure. The vin was not available and the vehicle was not repaired. The failure and current mileage was 120,000.
ODI 10428378
Electric Power Assist System · Engine And Engine Cooling
Tl* the contact owns a 2006 chevrolet malibu. The contact stated that while changing lanes on a smooth road surface, the vehicle felt like it was driving over a groove. The steering wheel also seized and there was an increase in engine rpms, nearly causing a crash. The vehicle was taken to an authorized dealer where they stated the ignition coil assembly and the ground strap would need to be replaced. The vehicle…
ODI 10418515
Engine And Engine Cooling
Tl* the contact owns a 2006 chevrolet malibu. The contact stated that the vehicle intermittently experienced a failure in which it would not start. The contact would have to wait a few days before the vehicle would successfully start. The vehicle was taken to an independent mechanic where the fuel pump was replaced yet the failure continued. The vehicle was not taken back for additional repairs. The manufacturer was…
ODI 10450797
Catalytic Convertor · Engine And Engine Cooling · Fuel System, Gasoline · Power Train
Tl* the contact owns a 2006 chevrolet malibu ls. The contact stated that the fuel gauge was inoperative and would read that the tank was either empty or full erroneously. The check engine warning light would also illuminate intermittently. The dealer denied any assistance with repairs to the vehicle and the manufacturer was not contacted. The vehicle was not repaired. The failure mileage was 60,000 and the current…
ODI 10429054
Engine And Engine Cooling · Equipment
While driving the a/c stopped blowing cold air, the car started to overheat, the various lights on dash were lighting up and the car died at an intersection. The car has 40,148 miles; the air conditioning compressor froze snapping the serpentine belt. Per the repair invoice: locked up compressor clutch 3.00 diagnose, replace a/c compressor, evacuate and charge a/c, replace serpentine belt, clean a/c filter. The…
ODI 10350811
Engine And Engine Cooling
2006 chevy malibu lt, 2.2 is stalling, started mid aug 2010. It happens mostly when the rpms go between .5 to 1. I am not sure how many times it has stalled but i would estimate it has happened about 15-25 times. I have to hold the break down firmly while gently accelerating to keep the car on. The stalling occurs while im stopped or when i'm in motion, which may cause an accident on the road or highway. I tried…
ODI 10353931
Engine And Engine Cooling · Seat Belts · Service Brakes, Hydraulic · Steering · Suspension
I have a 2006 chevy malibu that i bought in sacramento ca. Via paul blanco dealer on franklin and florin rd. (they are no longer in business at that site). The car accelerates dangerously when on cruise control. The car began overheating immediately after purchase (oil lube place detected an engine gasket that needs to be replaced because it continues to overheat; unless i keep the heater and or ac going; the…
ODI 10317085
Engine And Engine Cooling · Exterior Lighting · Steering
Tl* the contact owns a 2006 chevrolet malibu. The contact stated when she applied pressure to the brakes, the brake light would not illuminate and when it would illuminate, it would not shut off. In addition, she noticed that the check engine warning light was also illuminated. When attempting to accelerate, the vehicle would exhibit an abnormal knocking from the engine followed by a violent jerking. The steering…
ODI 10438082
Engine And Engine Cooling · Steering
Steering wheel locks up while driving - happens at random - at all different times. Dealer acted like it was no big deal and of course they want me to pay for it when i have now found out that i am not the only one complaining about this problem. It is dangerous, and it could cause fatality. Problem seems to go away for a while after i change out the spark plugs. But i am at 160,000 miles and on my 8th set of spark…
ODI 10371853
Engine And Engine Cooling · Power Train
On 11/15/2011 the usa today reported that federal safety regulators were investigating problems with the automatic shift levers on several general motors cars. The national highway traffic safety administration says on its website that it's looking into the same problem on other gm cars like the 2004-2008 chevrolet malibu. I am the original owner of a 2006 chevrolet malibu which has been meticulously maintained and…
ODI 10441046
Engine And Engine Cooling
Odi number) is: 10285336 increasing engine rpm above 2500 resolved the problem. . . . Until the next time it is triggered by what ever the cause is. *tr
ODI 10285342
Engine And Engine Cooling
Tl*the contact owns a 2006 chevrolet malibu. On some days, the vehicle will start immediately, but on other days, it will not start at all. On occasion, while driving at any speed, the vehicle will shut off. The vehicle has also shut off while waiting at a stop sign or traffic light. The vehicle had to be towed on three different occasions after shutting down and not restarting. The dealer stated that the cause of…
ODI 10236018
Engine And Engine Cooling · Service Brakes · Steering
This car had hardly driven off the lot,as a certified used car with 31000 original miles on the od and i put only 800 miles,when the rotors,and brakes,and steering started knocking,and becoming what i would call "stiff,non-functional" power steering,and pull violently to the left,when uphill. The harsh shaking,of the rotors,and the "stringy feeling of the brake pad,loose was not stopping at a proper safe level. At…
ODI 10523097
Engine And Engine Cooling
I purchased a 2000 chevrolet malibu and had to have the engine replaced shortly after purchase. General motors was excellent in this matter. I have been searching for another and in doing so, i have noticed several of the 2006 malibu that are on recall at various dealers for sale. This is a danger to the purchaser and possibly children that may be in the car. Can something not be done to get all these vehicles off…
ODI 10207986