2011 Chevrolet Malibu Engine Problems
- 138
- 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 138 stored complaint records:
- 3 indicate a crash
- 2 indicate injury
- 2 indicate fire
What owners report
- engine light · 34 records
- engine power · 33 records
- failure mileage · 26 records
- check engine · 25 records
- throttle body · 23 records
- service traction · 22 records
Mileage in stored records
| Band | Records |
|---|---|
| 60–100k mi | 57 |
| 30–60k mi | 33 |
| 100–150k mi | 23 |
| 1–30k mi | 8 |
| 150–400k mi | 5 |
Complaint records
Owner-submitted complaint content, presented as stored.
Engine · Vehicle Speed Control
Tl* the contact owns a 2011 chevrolet malibu. The contact stated that while driving at various speeds, the engine stalled as the esc, service traction and reduce engine control warning indicators illuminated. The failure recurred numerous times. The vehicle was taken to a dealer, where it was not diagnosed or repaired. The manufacturer was notified of the failure numerous times. The failure mileage was 62,000. The…
ODI 10692915
Engine · Service Brakes
I had my 2011 malibu serviced at marty feldman chevrolet for rotors, brake pads and all fluids changed because of mileage in july 2013.in november 2013, i began hearing the same noises that lead me to have my rotors replaced on the driver's front side. I went to serra chevrolet who stated i need rotors and brake pads. I explained i had just had that work done. After proving with my paperwork that i had the work…
ODI 10606914
Engine · Traction Control System
Tl* the contact owns a 2011 chevrolet malibu. The contact indicated that the esc sensor, traction control sensor, and the engine reduced power warning sensor illuminated several times. The contact mentioned that the failure mainly happened during cold weather. The vehicle was repaired under nhtsa campaign number: 14v252000 (electrical system, electronic stability control, exterior lighting, service brakes,…
ODI 10655417
Engine
Tl* the contact owns a 2011 chevrolet malibu. While driving approximately 70 mph, the power engine reduced sensor light illuminated and the speed suddenly reduced to approximately 40 mph. The vehicle was merged to the side of the road where it was turned off and restarted. The vehicle resumed normal operation, but the failure recurred on multiple occasions and would only occur in colder weather conditions. The…
ODI 10655372
Engine · Steering
Tl* the contact owns a 2011 chevrolet malibu. The contact stated that while driving approximately 60 mph, the steering wheel seized making the steering wheel difficult to maneuver. The contact also mentioned that while shifting into reverse, all the warning lights illuminated on the instrument panel and the engine stalled. The vehicle was able to be restarted. The failure recurred on multiple occasions. The vehicle…
ODI 10614512
Air Bags · Body · Engine · Wheels
On 6/22/13 at approx 1:40pm i was heading back to work from my lunch break and i was going through the intersection on my green light at approx 30mph when a big chevy truck blew through the red light going approx 40 mph. I ended up t boning the cab of his truck. Causing me to do a 360. Tore off the bumper completely. My airbags did not deploy and onstar did not call me. Two important safety features of my car failed…
Crash reported · 1 injury
ODI 10522768
Electrical System · Engine · Vehicle Speed Control
The contact just bought a 2011 chevrolet malibu used november 2012. The contact stated that while driving approximately 35mph, the vehicle became resistant to acceleration attempts. The esp, slippery /traction light, engine light and reducing engine power warning lights came on and the car decreased speed to 20mph. *tr
ODI 10501286
Engine
Tl* the contact owns a 2011 chevrolet malibu. The contact stated that while driving approximately 20 mph, the vehicle became resistant to acceleration attempts. The esp and low engine power warning lights then illuminated. The vehicle was taken to an independent mechanic where they advised him that the engine needed to be reset. The vehicle was repaired for the engine reset and they advised him that he would have to…
ODI 10499926
Engine · Vehicle Speed Control
Reduced engine speed and jerking while on the interstate. *tr
ODI 10683756
Electrical System · Engine · Power Train
I've owned the car for 18 months. November 2012, i reported to my gm dealer of loss of power when driving. Car's resistant to acceleration attempts, loses power at varying speeds from 30 mph and up. Vehicle brought in, dealer stated there were no problems. December 2012, while driving at approximately 30mph, car engine stopped running, car came to stop on active train tracks with children in car, no power steering,…
ODI 10511396
Engine
Tl* the contact owns a 2011 chevrolet malibu. The contact stated that while driving approximately 30 mph, an unusual noise emitted from the engine. In addition, the steering wheel would vibrate severely. There were no prior warnings. The failure occurred whenever the contact drove over gravel or an uneven road surface. The vehicle was taken to an independent mechanic, who informed the contact that the motor mount…
ODI 10514487
Electrical System · Engine · Power Train · Steering
I purchased my car in feb. Of 2012 as of today my car has been in the shop 10 different times for the same thing. The steering vibrates when you drive and it loses power when shifting. Then, i had to get a new motor in the car may 2013, then it was rattling again so i took it up there. They told me that the transmission problem was that it needed a program upgrade and that i had to pay out of pocket 60.70 for this…
ODI 10523041
Engine · Steering · Vehicle Speed Control
The engine keeps reducing power the engine light comes on after the car engine power reduces especially when the car sits idle warming up .the throttle body must be a defective component part of the car i took it to my mechanic he did a diagnostic tests and the codes said throttle body. *tr
ODI 10670148