2009 Chevrolet Malibu Power Train Problems
- 88
- 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
- power steering · 19 records
- failure mileage · 18 records
- wave plate · 12 records
- failure failure · 12 records
- needed replaced · 9 records
- notified failure · 9 records
Mileage in stored records
| Band | Records |
|---|---|
| 60–100k mi | 30 |
| 100–150k mi | 29 |
| 30–60k mi | 8 |
| 1–30k mi | 5 |
| 150–400k mi | 4 |
Complaint records
Owner-submitted complaint content, presented as stored.
Power Train
Tl* the contact owns a 2009 chevrolet malibu. The contact stated that while traveling 45 mph, the vehicle suddenly lost acceleration power. The vehicle was moved to the shoulder where it was shut down and restarted but to no avail. The contact also stated that the vehicle rolled away while in park. The vehicle was taken to a private mechanic where it was repaired. The manufacturer was contacted and informed the…
ODI 10536587
Power Train
I purchased a used 2009 chevrolet malibu in 2011. On february 21, 2013, i took my car to ourisman chevrolet in marlow heights, md due to a recall notice related to the transmission. My invoice says they repaired the cable kit. On july 29, 2013 i pulled into a service station for gas in north carolina. All pumps were taken. I waited. A car pulled out so i put my car in reverse to back up in order to get to the pump.…
ODI 10532851
Electronic Stability Control · Power Train · Steering
We reported last year to gm that we were without power steering, instead of fixing our car the argued with us that there hasn't been a recall on the power steering. Now we are having problems with the tracking. And the transmission has been slipping since last summer. *tr
ODI 10676237
Engine And Engine Cooling · Fuel System, Gasoline · Power Train · Suspension · Tires
Odor from leaking cooling system. Car pulls to left. Driver does seat not adjust with the control. Front tires are worn down cords showing. Bought car at ourisman chev. Car dealer (34,523 miles) with platinum coverage. Car current (49,512 miles). They insisted that i should pay for new tires$295. Transmission flush $249.00. Fuel induction service $179. Coolant hose$10. That my plan only cover surge tank which i have…
ODI 10487384
Column Shift · Power Train
Bought vehicle new 01/09, 3 mon. Later received letter from gm citing recall for transmission shift cable, took vehicle to dealer and they replaced. Recall id # 78844 - power train:automatic transmission:lever and linkage:column shift no problems with vehicle until 12/12 driving on interstate at approx. 50 mph vehicle began to shift hard/erratic with rpm gage going to 6-7 before vehicle would shift/accelerate, check…
ODI 10505439
Electrical System · Power Train
Within a one year period, had to have all 4 wheel bearings replaced, a strut, and the front sway bar linkage. 2009 malibu ltz, 3.6 l v6 with approx. 32,000 miles.
ODI 10537831
Power Train
Tl* the contact owns a 2009 chevrolet malibu. The contact stated that she was unable to shift from park to drive. The vehicle was not taken to the dealer. The manufacturer was not made aware of the failure. The vehicle was not repaired. The failure mileage was 70,000 and the current mileage was 81,000.
ODI 10486026
Brake Lights · Power Train
Tl* the contact owns a 2009 chevrolet malibu. The contact stated that when driving at various speeds, the service traction, service esc and esc off warning lamps illuminated. The vehicle was taken to the dealer where the technician advised that the body control module was defective and needed to be replaced. The manufacturer was made aware of the failure but only offered to cover part of the repair costs. The…
ODI 10489052
Power Train
Tl* the contact owns a 2009 chevrolet malibu. The contact stated that the vehicle jerked while decelerating at low speeds. In addition, the contact stated that the vehicle would not reverse on an intermittent basis. The vehicle was taken to an authorized dealer on numerous occasions, but they were unable to diagnose the failure. The vehicle was not repaired. The manufacturer was made aware of the failure. The…
ODI 10448149
Power Train · Suspension · Vehicle Speed Control
The event leading up to : turning right from side street the car lunges into the left lane when accelerating . The failure occurs every time when the car takes off from a stop to enter into freeway. Steering wheel rotates with fast action clock wise 360 degrees.what was done took car to 4 dealers all said it meets the specifications of the car. Car dealer said it was a glitch corporate said there was nothing they…
ODI 10355967
Power Train
Ongoing issue that dealership cannot diagnose or repair -- transmission will slip out of gear, resulting in a loss of power; car behaves as if it is in neutral. If pressure is removed from accelerator, transmission will re-engage. Since incident is intermittent and unpredictable, dealer has not been able to replicate. I have asked them multiple times if other 2009 malibu have the same problem and have been told no.…
ODI 10593589
Power Train · Steering
Power steering train, i personally purchase new last one, end of the year vehicle on the available list. *tr
ODI 10576930
Electrical System · Exterior Lighting · Power Train
My service engine light has been on continuously because of my ignition switch is malfunctioning; at times it locks up disallowing me to be able to start my car or remove my keys. I have had issues with the camshaft actuators and has since been replaced on the engine; but this car is still malfunctioning. Also, my low beam headlight will not come on, on the passengers side of my vehicle after the bulb has been…
ODI 10573936