2013 Chevrolet Malibu Wheels Problems
- 19
- 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 19 stored complaint records:
- 1 indicate a crash
- 1 indicate injury
- 0 indicate fire
What owners report
- wheel bearing · 6 records
- rear wheel · 4 records
Mileage in stored records
| Band | Records |
|---|---|
| 30–60k mi | 7 |
| 1–30k mi | 5 |
| 60–100k mi | 4 |
Complaint records
Owner-submitted complaint content, presented as stored.
Electrical System · Service Brakes · Wheels
I am or have experienced similar problems related to multiple recalls for my 2013 chevy malibu, yet i when attempt to get the repairs for the recall i'm told they're aren't any connected to my vin. If that's so, then my vin[xxx] and others like it should be added to the recalls. My malibu has been or is experiencing the issues brought up in recall #'s 50490, 50491, 13136, and 12212. Now why am i stuck having to pay…
ODI 11230555
Wheels
Both rear wheel bearings and hubs went bad quickly. At 71382 miles , a noise stared in the rear of the car while driving and within few days became very loud.
ODI 11081387
Wheel Speed Sensor · Wheels
Tl* the contact owns a 2013 chevrolet malibu. While driving 30 mph, the contact heard an abnormal noise coming from the rear of the vehicle without warning. The vehicle was taken to the local dealer (transwest chevrolet buick, 1200 w main st, sterling, co, 80751) where it was diagnosed that the speed sensor and rear passenger wheel hub failed and needed to be replaced. The vehicle was not repaired due to the cost.…
ODI 11011142
Electronic Stability Control · Fuel/Propulsion System · Wheels
*takata recall* while driving on highway steering became difficult to handle car began to shake in a jerking motion felt like wheels were going to fall off. On top of that took car to dealer ship and they didn't handle issue until my second visit to see if it would be covered under warranty i had to pay 100$ and find out my stability service light, and light and traction control light are on due to a rear bearing…
ODI 10965999
Wheels
My malibu started making a strange noise shortly after i passed the 40000 mile mark back in late november of 2016. I thought it might be tires as they were original to the vehicle so i replaced all 4 but the noise was still there. I then went on line to investigate if other malibu owners were having similar problems. I discovered that there were multiple cases like mine that involved the wheel hub assembly failing…
ODI 10954373
Power Train · Suspension · Wheels
While driving straight ahead on a city street, at approximately 30-35mph, the axle shaft on the front, right side of the car broke. The broken axle shaft caused an accident where my car went to the right and i hit the back-left side of a van; that impact sent the right side of the car up in the air where i was only traveling on the two left wheels. Although i thought my car was going to flip and land on it's roof,…
Crash reported · 1 injury
ODI 10946730
Unknown Or Other · Wheels
In the last year, i had to replace, at my own expense, 3 out of the 4 wheel bearing hub assemblies on my 2013 chevrolet malibu. There is also a terrible toxic smell coming from the air conditioning and heating vents attributed to the car's evaporator core. Chevrolet has acknowledged these problems, but refuses to make the repairs at their own expense. These issues have never occurred in any vehicle i have ever owned…
ODI 11030163
Steering · Wheels
These problems occurred on paved or concrete city streets. At least once last month and 3 times this month i experienced transient episodes of what i categorize as power steering failure while driving. Three of these times were at reduced speeds less than 20 mph during a turn and once traveling 65 mph down a straight section of the highway. On two of the turning events i managed to avoid head on collisions with…
ODI 10876629
Power Train · Suspension · Wheels
Wheel bearing from gm dont last. My car has 75000 miles and have already replaced all 4 and those were done may 9 using gm parts and have another one that is failing.
ODI 10897306
Wheels
A low humming noise emitting from rear end of the vehicle. The noise gets louder as the speed increases. The noise appeared at around 470000. I have 52000 miles currently. Right side wheel bearing replaced and now appears the left side needs replacement. Took vehicle to certified mechanic.
ODI 10855668
Electronic Stability Control · Service Brakes · Wheels
The abs light has come on stating that i did not have stabil track control anymore. This happened when i was entering a busy road when i spun tires on some gravel on pavement road surface. It happened when i spun tires on a icy road driving at about 35 miles an hour due to road conditions. It happened when i was driving down a dry pavement state highway at 65 miles an hour. A total of three times. Every time it was…
ODI 10957565
Wheels
Issue with the left rear wheel bearing going bad at 60,000 miles. The car makes a loud noise at acceleration and a constant hum at set highway speeds. With the car on a lift, you can place your hand on the hub, and spin the tire you can feel the vibration. The concern is the hub is out of round causing the wheel bearing to prematurely wear out. On-line research indicates this is a major issue with chevrolet malibu…
ODI 10734250
Wheels
Rear wheel bearings make loud noise when accelerating and create a humming noise while traveling at higher speeds. Seems to be a common gm issue with out of spec parts.
ODI 10763822
Electrical System · Wheels
Tl* the contact owns a 2013 chevrolet malibu. While driving 50 mph, the windshield wipers failed and caused the instrument panel lights to flicker. The failure continued until the instrument panel dimmed completely. The dealer diagnosed that there was a loose battery cable. The vehicle was repaired, but the failure continued intermittently. In addition, while turning the vehicle, the wheels seized and the instrument…
ODI 10734832
Tires · Wheels
My daughter was driving on expressway and had just taken an exit through town about a mile when her rear drivers side tire (goodyear assurance) blew out on the inside of the tire. The blowout was in the sidewall near the rim and was about 3 inches long, which i have a picture of. She said she heard a "pop", low tire pressure light came on and then a rumbling noise. Luckily she was able to get it off to the side of…
ODI 10629805
Wheels
Have had the car for approximately 3 years. Used about 50000 miles. I am on my 3rd wheel hub bearing assembly. They are lasting one about a year.
ODI 11180029
Tires · Wheels
The following is a summary of a flat tire incident my wife had on i-75 at davidson on 6-18-2013. I have already submitted this to chevy.com/warranty, and felt that you too should be aware of this occurrence. "had a flat tire, 6/18/13 on my 2 month old malibu. Called on-star, no help after 1&1/2 hours. Called on-star again, no help after total of almost 3 hours. Michigan dot road service came on scene and tried…
ODI 10522278
Tires · Wheels
I recently purchased a 2013 chevrolet malibu eco and found out that there was no spare tire. How can the government allow manufacturers to sell vehicles with no spare tires? A compressor and tire sealant will not work with a sidewall blowout, or an unrepairable puncture. I checked with the dealer about purchasing a spare with a jack, and the cost was $500 - which is ridiculous!! I you want to make highways safe,…
ODI 10513420
Temporary/Emergency Spare Tire · Wheels
Tl* the contact owns a 2013 chevrolet malibu. The contact stated that while parked, he noticed that the driver's side tire was flat. The contact attempted to replace the tire when he noticed that the vehicle was not equipped with a spare tire. The manufacturer was made aware of the failure and stated that due to fuel economy, they did not equip vehicles with spare tires. The approximate failure mileage was 3,000. *tr
ODI 10515514