2009 Chevrolet Malibu Engine Problems
- 48
- 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
- failure mileage · 10 records
- engine power · 9 records
- light came · 8 records
- power steering · 7 records
- repaired notified · 7 records
- check engine · 7 records
Mileage in stored records
| Band | Records |
|---|---|
| 100–150k mi | 14 |
| 60–100k mi | 11 |
| 150–400k mi | 8 |
| 30–60k mi | 6 |
| 1–30k mi | 3 |
Complaint records
Owner-submitted complaint content, presented as stored.
Electronic Stability Control · Engine · Power Train
Stopped behind another vehicle, when i started moving again there was a severe shudder or vibration. Then my car did not want to start moving again. Once it did start moving it would not shift out of first gear.
ODI 11288962
Engine · Power Train
While vehicle is traveling along at interstate traffic speeds(60-65 mph) the car will go into an engine reduced power mode, and emergency traction displays on the dash. The vehicle will not increase in speed,(20 mph max) have to hurriedly find an exit to the right to avoid a crash. At the end of recall 14v252, it states service esc and/or traction control tell-tales illuminate with this condition. The dealer has…
ODI 11279804
Electronic Stability Control · Engine · Steering
GAUGES GO CRAZY ON DASHBOARD
ODI 11279122
Engine
Engine shuts off while driving when traveling over 30mph.
ODI 11255599
Electronic Stability Control · Engine · Power Train
Esc car, car completely shuts down and esc tracking light comes on and it says no power/low power esc - this can cause an accident. The car completely shuts down!
ODI 11242992
Engine · Power Train · Vehicle Speed Control
I have had problems with this vehicle from day one. I filed a report previously and i am filing another one in reference to my power transmission. I have a 2009 chevy malibu, 4 speed, automatic. I was driving and the vehicle downshifted itself without my doing anything, almost causing an accident because it would not shift into high gear. Something popped in the vehicle and the gear shifted for a little bit and…
ODI 11217191
Electronic Stability Control · Engine · Steering
The service esc light came on, then the power steering light came on. I was in motion at the time about to make a turn. After a few days of the problem being intermittent, my car wouldn't start at all. I tried to start it and nothing. Replaced battery and a engine power reduced light came on. Car still won't start.
ODI 11192746
Engine · Vehicle Speed Control
Tl* the contact owns a 2009 chevrolet malibu. While driving various speeds, the vehicle accelerated without warning. Also, when the contact depressed the accelerator pedal, the vehicle did not accelerate. The vehicle was taken to regal lakeland ([redacted], lakeland, fl 33801, [redacted]) where it was diagnosed that the cylinder head failed. The vehicle was not repaired. The manufacturer was notified of the failure.…
ODI 11173374
Engine · Power Train · Unknown Or Other
I have been having trouble with my car almost from the time of purchase. My vehicle is having some transmission problems. It is having problems picking up speed and jerks when gears are shifted. I have also notice that when the button is pushed to roll down the window, the light flickers a bit. My car has numerous recalls on it but everytime i take it to the shop, they tell me they are closed out. That is a safety…
ODI 11163311
Electronic Stability Control · Engine · Exterior Lighting
The second day i had the vehicle power steering went out. I was driving in houston texas in full traffic and my motor had engine power loss. They fixed my power steering. Now my car goes into engine power loss when driving. Esc, traction control and engine power loss come on the display. We've changed the spark plugs and throttle body but still nothing. The car shakes at redlights and stop signs. The ac smells like…
ODI 11105426
Air Bags · Electrical System · Engine
I have had multiple ignition switch failures resulting in loss of airbag systems, the engine not shutting off when the key is removed, the battery dying, a brand new battery started smoking and leaking acid due to a 3rd faulty ignition switch. The issue can be spotty but indefinitely becomes more prevalent as whatever short in the switch gets worse. This is also across multiple switch manufacturers including bwd, ac…
ODI 11132396
Engine
Car stalled going up a hill and turning left. Dangerous in traffic. Difficult to steer off the road. Now, unreliable ability to start the car. Chugging going up a hill happened both on a city street as well as high speed highway. Turning left stalling occurred on a city street as well as on an off ramp from highway to city street.
ODI 11092025
Engine · Fuel/Propulsion System · Steering
Car loss of power, and steering assist, engine stops. May start after a minute.
ODI 11190444
Engine · Power Train
The shift cable to the transmission became loose while vehicle was running. I was unable to shift the vehicle until the cable was reconnected by hand. The vehicle has an issue with accelerating especially when trying to go highway speeds. It cant flow into traffic normally. The check engine code is p0420 for the catalytic converter.
ODI 11081712
Electrical System · Engine
Tl* the contact owns a 2009 chevrolet malibu. While driving 65 mph, the vehicle shut off. The vehicle was able to be restarted and was driven to the contact's residence. The contact drove the vehicle to merel chevrolet (800 w henderson ave, porterville, ca 93257), but a failure code could not be produced and the dealer could not assist. The manufacturer was aware of the failure. The vehicle had not been repaired and…
ODI 11064503
Electronic Stability Control · Engine · Steering
Engine light constantly on. Dealership does not know what is wrong. Showing code p1174 & no one knows what this is. Power steering quit working while driving on city street.esc light will turn on. Dashboard lights will go on and off. Doors will lock them selves locking me inside.this is happening since august 2017-present (12-29-17).multiple trips to dealership where vehicle was purchased and all they do is reset…
ODI 11057242
Electronic Stability Control · Engine · Steering
THEY TRY TO FIX EVERYTING BUT THEY STILL COME ON
ODI 11032590
Electrical System · Engine · Vehicle Speed Control
The car loses speed while driving then reduce power shows on dashboard. When stop engine shaking and sometimes does not start.. I took it to the dealer and they couldn't find problem i already spend over 4000 and still happen.
ODI 11123960
Engine · Exterior Lighting · Wheels
1) awhile back, after starting and warming engine and taking off, while making a left turn on city street, car turn off completely..wheel froze after turn. I turned key off and restarted car and it would work ok. It happened 3 0r 4 times. No warning light came on. I took it to dealership and they could not find the problem. 2) while on freeway, tire monitor warning light came on twice, i bought tires but did not…
ODI 11012964
Electronic Stability Control · Engine · Latches/Locks/Linkages · Power Train · Traction Control System
Tl* the contact owns a 2009 chevrolet malibu. While driving various speeds, the gear automatically changed and the engine stalled. The electronic stability control, service traction, and check engine indicators illuminated. The contact pulled the vehicle over to the side of the road, restarted the engine, and the vehicle returned to normal. The contact also stated that the door locks automatically locked and…
ODI 11013751
Engine
Tl* the contact owns a 2009 chevrolet malibu. The contact stated that the vehicle stalled while driving various speeds. The check engine warning indicator illuminated. The vehicle was not diagnosed or repaired. The manufacturer was not notified of the failure. The failure mileage was approximately 130,000.
ODI 10888412
Electrical System · Engine · Unknown Or Other
Car will intermittently not start. While camping in arizona my car wouldn't start. I took it to a repair shop where they replaced the starter and fuel pump. It started fine for a little while and then decided to randomly stop starting again.
ODI 11176170
Engine
Engine light comes on every six or seven starups and stays on for about six more car starts. Pep boys serviced the engine light code camshaft position actuator solenoid sensor. They tested resistance and nothing was out of parameters and oil viscosity was correct. The issue is still ongoing and emissions for my vehicle come up in january. If i fail emissions and the issue is still unresolved, who do i contact?
ODI 10883730
Engine · Power Train
2009my malibu, timing chain broken. Other issues including valves, both front outer tie rods, alignment, a/c compressor, both sway bar links, right front axle seal, and rea brake pads
ODI 10865007
Electrical System · Electronic Stability Control · Engine · Traction Control System
Tl* the contact owns a 2009 chevrolet malibu. While driving 60 mph, the vehicle jerked when the brake pedal was depressed and stalled as the traction control, electronic stability control, and check engine warning lights illuminated. The failure recurred intermittently. The vehicle was taken to the dealer where it was diagnosed that the fuse box was missing some fuses and needed to be replaced. The vehicle was…
ODI 10874658