ChevroletMalibu2009
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2009 Chevrolet Malibu Headlights 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
60–100k mi3
100–150k mi1

Complaint records

Owner-submitted complaint content, presented as stored.

  • February 2, 2016 · 95,000 miles

    Electrical System · Headlights · Power Train

    Tl* the contact owns a 2009 chevrolet malibu. While the vehicle was stopped at a red light, the check engine, traction control off, and stability control off warning lights illuminated. While the vehicle was parked on a hill, it independently rolled backwards without warning. The vehicle was not diagnosed or repaired. The vin was included in nhtsa campaign number: 14v252000 (electrical system, electronic stability…

    ODI 10873897

  • August 1, 2014 · 93,000 miles

    Electrical System · Headlights · Vehicle Speed Control

    Tl* the contact owns a 2009 chevrolet malibu. The contact received a recall notification for nhtsa campaign number: 14v252000 (electrical system, electronic stability control, exterior lighting, service brakes, hydraulic, vehicle speed control). The contact stated the headlights failed to illuminate while driving. The contact had to use the high beams to drive at night. The failure occurred for one month. Also, the…

    ODI 10638658

  • January 1, 2014 · 115,590 miles

    Headlights · Power Train · Steering

    Tl* the contact owns a 2009 chevrolet malibu. The contact stated that the power steering failed and the vehicle stalled. The contact indicated that the steering wheel had become tight and extremely difficult to turn. The vehicle was merged to the side of the road where the vehicle was restarted after several attempts. The vehicle was taken to an authorized dealer. The technician diagnosed that the steering column…

    ODI 10651397

  • March 1, 2012 · 96,000 miles

    Headlights

    Since the 1st of march the headlights have been burning out. I have been replacing the headlights with regular oem replacements. I have noticed that the plugs are melting on the headlights. This is a great safety concern in my opinion. I can understand normal life of the bulb, but to have 4 sets of lights go out in just over a month is an issue. I think this may be happening due to no ventilation behind the…

    ODI 10455601