2008 Chevrolet Malibu Air Bags Problems
- 59
- 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.
Among these 59 stored complaint records:
- 9 indicate a crash
- 8 indicate injury
- 1 indicate fire
- 2 indicate a death
What owners report
- warning light · 15 records
- light illuminated · 9 records
- power steering · 8 records
- airbag light · 8 records
- failure mileage · 8 records
- service light · 7 records
Mileage in stored records
| Band | Records |
|---|---|
| 60–100k mi | 18 |
| 30–60k mi | 11 |
| 100–150k mi | 11 |
| 150–400k mi | 4 |
| 1–30k mi | 2 |
Complaint records
Owner-submitted complaint content, presented as stored.
Air Bags · Steering
While driving down the road at about 20mph on city streets my power steering went out while i was turning left into a business and i was unable to turn the steering wheel. I had to turn the car off, then back on, and it would drive for a short while before power steering would shut off again, usually while making a left or right turn. The steering wheel also turns on its own while sitting still. I am unable to drive…
ODI 11243078
Air Bags · Electrical System · Steering
First time car was in park. Then the traction control light comes but doesn't turn off. Also message pops up saying to service traction control. Next was stationary, i stopped at a light and the car just shut off. Next was stationary and the car turned on but then the cluster instrument lights didn't come on it was completely dark. Also while in motion car rpm didn't read anymore and it was shifting hard. Another…
ODI 11222933
Air Bags
AIRBAG OFF LIGHT STAYS ON
ODI 11220190
Air Bags · Steering
Driving downtown des moines my message center started dinging, the message output was: "power steering" the steering wheel began moving on its own back & forth, jerking and grinding. At one point jerked out of my hand. It became almost impossible to continue. I pulled into a convience store, bought power steering fluid and started the vehicle. The steering seemed normal. The car was not low on fluids, i didn't…
1 injury
ODI 11165414
Air Bags · Body
Cars purchased on october 31st 2018 the car can i pass inspection with no one to dmv they gave us a call back saying the car was totaled in the salvage car declared in 2016 the car should not have been sold for $2,700 when contacted dealer he refused to give us our money and he said only i can get another car if i pay your car notes at this time would just like for my money to be refunded the vehicle cannot pass…
ODI 11165073
Air Bags
Red air bag light is on also service air bag message is on. This is on while stationary and while moving. No issues to the vehicle that would have caused this to occur.
ODI 11115581
Air Bags · Exterior Lighting · Steering
My airbag light is on airbag issues, i have had my headlights checked three times and they keep going completely out there is an issue with the headlights the steering is always shaky its been an ongoing issue with my car
ODI 11155549
Air Bags · Fuel/Propulsion System
The air bag light comes on and it says to be serviced. Sometimes it comes on and it can stay off for long periods of time. The service air bag light can come on while the car is in motion and then turn off, sometimes it does stay on. My vehicle is giving a strong smell of fuel coming from the rear of the car. I notice it being a stronger smell after i station it after a drive. I have not seen a noticeable leak yet.…
ODI 11006661
Air Bags · Wheels
Air bar warning light and tire sensor warning lite both came on at the same time. Took vehicle to dealer and was advised that that the drivers side air bag was faulty.
ODI 11001319
Air Bags
SERVICE AIR BAG LIGHT IS ON
ODI 10981351
Air Bags · Electrical System · Engine
Tl* the contact owns a 2008 chevrolet malibu. The contact stated that the driver side air bag warning indicator illuminated. The dealer diagnosed that the air bag was deploying from the driver seat and needed to be replaced. The vehicle was not repaired. The dealer informed the contact that a sensor failed, but it was not a concern. In addition, the contact observed a leak coming from the vehicle and took the…
ODI 10981028
Air Bags · Electronic Stability Control · Steering
Power locks have only worked for front doors for as long as ive had the car, about a year..... Over the past month - service air bag light came on shortly after starting the car one day. A few weeks later, service esc and traction control popped up after starting the car. Now my power steering has gone out and does not reset upon restarting the car.
ODI 10937527
Air Bags
Passenger air bag error message that air bag sensor does not work.
ODI 11113871
Air Bags
Service air bag light is on taken to garage scanned no errors reset light back on taken back to garage scanned again no error code.this issue should be up for a recall.
ODI 10946255
Air Bags
A few weeks ago my wife was driving here 2008 malibu and she smelled a slight burning and very strong chemical odor in the car, shortly after that the service warning light came on for the air bag system. Windows had to be opened for the remainder of the 30 minute trip. Sometime later my wife removed something from the front passenger seat and notice a color change to circular pale yellow with a central charred mark…
ODI 10926926
Air Bags · Exterior Lighting · Seat Belts
Front end was wreck, daughter lip busted , no airbag explode
Crash reported · 1 injury
ODI 10926720
Air Bags
Bought my car 3 months ago from a chevy dealership, 3 days later my service airbag lights came on. I took it back to the dealership and was told i would have to pay to get it fixed, they said that my airbags would not deploy if this light was on. Why should i pay for a safety feature that should not have problems? Its like selling a car with a passenger seatbelt only. I do not feel i should have to pay for my…
ODI 10908758
Air Bags
Tl* the contact owns a 2008 chevrolet malibu. The contact stated that the air bag warning light illuminated. The vehicle was not diagnosed or repaired. The manufacturer was not notified of the failure. The approximate failure mileage was 113,000.
ODI 10807384
Air Bags · Electrical System · Fuel/Propulsion System
My gas tank started leaking for no reason (no wear and tear-every mechanic said that is almost unheard of), my power windows and lock stopped working 2 years after purchase and was told that i had to pay almost $300 to fix each motor for the door locks and windows, the service airbag light has been on for more than a year, my ac also have issues; the sensor and thermostat has been changed 6 times within the last 4…
ODI 10783143
Air Bags
An airbag warning light shows on and off advising that the airbag system needs checked.
ODI 10783841
Air Bags · Electrical System · Fuel/Propulsion System
Electrical and module problems safety hazards with traction control. Tc on when it should not be. Fuel system problems. Car powers off during driving. Gm refused repair without charging 120 to look at. Had to disconnect fuses and had to pull actuators pressure. Sensors fuel and electrical. Door latches going up and down even when car is off. Cannot drive highway. Gm refused vehicle from repair or compensation.
ODI 10774201
Air Bags
Tl* the contact owns a 2008 chevrolet malibu. After the vehicle was started, the air bag warning light illuminated. The vehicle was not diagnosed or repaired. The manufacturer was not notified of the failure. The failure mileage was 44,687. Updated 11/06/15*lj updated 11/10/15. *jb
ODI 10759085
Air Bags
Takata recall, the vehicle constantly displays service air bag system and will not activate. Doesnt matter if in motion or not the warning goes on and off at random.
ODI 10926375
Air Bags
Air bag warning light comes on and says to service airbags. Will stay on until i turn off the car and restart it. Will do this every couple of days. I have pictures of it. *tr
ODI 10703981
Air Bags · Fuel/Propulsion System · Wheels
Went i bought the car had been give problem now the car smell like is leaking gas and the airbag system turn on my front wheel crack went i turn right or left i took to the dealership they said they fix the problem but still does same thing they don't help anything make me waste my time my car i peace [xxx] i wanted my all my money back. Information redacted pursuant to the freedom of information act (foia), 5…
ODI 10846224