2015 Chevrolet Malibu Power Train Problems
- 11
- 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 11 stored complaint records:
- 2 indicate a crash
- 2 indicate injury
- 0 indicate fire
Mileage in stored records
| Band | Records |
|---|---|
| 1–30k mi | 5 |
| 60–100k mi | 2 |
| 30–60k mi | 1 |
Complaint records
Owner-submitted complaint content, presented as stored.
Power Train
In sept of 2019, my check engine light came on for my 2015 chevy malibu. I took it to the dealership and it ran the code p2646, and the they told me that i needed the gm part 12633613. They attempted to order it, but said it was on backorder and had been for a while and they would look into it for me. Here it is, feb of 2020 and still no part. Gm that the part has been discontinued and there is no eta for a new…
ODI 11306732
Power Train
Sept 2019 the check engine light came on in my 2015 chevrolet malibu. Dealer determined part# 12633613, rocker arm control valve, is the source of the check engine light and needs to be replaced. I can not get the part thru dealer or aftermarket. I am in contact with the dealer on a weekly basis and there is no eta on obtaining the part. I filed a case with chevrolet also and they also have no eta. Every two days a…
ODI 11309203
Electronic Stability Control · Power Train · Service Brakes
Takata recall the transmission in the 2015 chevy malibu jerks at low speeds and at high speeds it holds the gear when slowing down
ODI 11223127
Power Train
Started car and reduced power engine warning came on for the second time. I had it fixed once already and it just came on. I am very disappointed with chevy. I was driving it the first time my light came on. The second time i just started my car. I was on a city street first time and city street second time. Both times my car wouldn't accelerate passed 12 miles per hour so i was a roll hazard.
ODI 11096492
Electrical System · Power Train
Tl* the contact owns a 2015 chevrolet malibu. While the vehicle was parked and turned off with the key still in the ignition, the engine inadvertently started. All the warning indicators illuminated and the radio activated. The failure occurred several times. The manufacturer was made aware of the failure and stated that it might have been a power train failure. The contact was informed to call the dealer. The…
ODI 11113564
Electrical System · Power Train
Tl* the contact owns a 2015 chevrolet malibu. After attempting to exit the vehicle, the contact removed the key from the ignition. However, the engine remained on and the vehicle rolled backwards and crashed into a utility pole. During the incident, the contact was dragged by the vehicle and sustained facial injuries along with abrasions to the left arm. Medical attention was received. A police report was not filed.…
Crash reported · 1 injury
ODI 11115386
Power Train
The vehicle rolled backwards injuring operator after it was placed in park. Operator moved the automatic transmission lever from drive into park. The doors unlocked automatically. Keys were in the ignition. Vehicle was turned off. Operator exited the vehicle. Vehicle rolled backwards down the slight >3% driveway. Gmc has inspected the vehicle and done a download of the ecm. This vehicle is dangerous because it…
Crash reported · 1 injury
ODI 10872164
Electrical System · Engine · Power Train
Takata recall- when i first purchased the car i notied the vehicle was having alot of trouble getting speed, and it was take a lot of time to shift. I immedietly returned to the dealership with the information, the dealership check the problems and said nothing was wrong will through the years i have gone back to them millions of times with the same problem and not once has it been properly addressed, the previous…
ODI 11122885
Power Train
Tl* the contact owns a 2015 chevrolet malibu. While driving on an incline at approximately 5 mph, the brakes were depressed and the auto stop engaged. When the brake was disengaged, the vehicle failed to restart in a timely manner and the vehicle rolled in reverse down a hill without warning. The contact was able to avoid a crash. The vehicle was taken to a dealer, where the technician informed that the vehicle was…
ODI 10735786
Power Train
Tl* the contact owns a 2015 chevrolet malibu. While the gear shifter was in the drive position, the vehicle moved in reverse. The vehicle was towed to the dealer. The technician was unable to diagnose the failure. The manufacturer was notified of the failure. The failure mileage was 12. Updated 12/30/14*cn updated 9/6/2017*cn
ODI 10658824
Power Train
2015 chevrolet malibu. Consumer requests reimbursement for entire amount of car. *ta the consumer stated as she drove away from the dealer, the vehicle exhibited some slight hesitation, and when stopped at the very first stop light, the idling of the vehicle was completely silent, as if the engine was off. Six days later while backing into the driveway, the interior dashboard lighting features for the pictured rear…
ODI 10663903