1. Chevrolet Malibu
  2. Problems
  3. 2016
  4. Suspension

2016 Chevrolet Malibu Suspension 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

Complaint records

Owner-submitted complaint content, presented as stored.

  • September 3, 2019 · 67,335 miles

    Suspension

    The rear suspension of our car started making a metallic popping noise when we drove over bumps or accelerated from a traffic light. The sound also occurred when someone sat in the rear seat with the car parked. Integrity chevrolet of chattanooga, tn determined that both knuckles in the rear suspension needed to be replaced. The service writer told me that if this had been left unaddressed, it could cause a safety…

    ODI 11255414

  • July 5, 2019 · 85,000 miles

    Suspension

    Tl* the contact owns a 2016 chevrolet malibu. While driving at any speed, a popping noise was heard from the rear of the vehicle without warning. The dealer was not contacted. The manufacturer was made aware of the failure and informed the contact to take the vehicle to the dealer. The contact stated that she did not want to pay for diagnostic testing. The vehicle was not diagnosed or repaired. The failure mileage…

    ODI 11270528

  • September 6, 2018

    Electrical System · Engine · Suspension

    2016 chevrolet malibu. Consumer writes in regard to receiving reimbursement and repairs for vehicle. *as the consumer stated the a humming noise could be heard from the headliner module and engine. The engine mount collapsed. The right front axle needed to be replaced.*js

    ODI 11143248

  • February 1, 2018 · 62,000 miles

    Electrical System · Latches/Locks/Linkages · Suspension

    Tl* the contact owns a 2016 chevrolet malibu. While driving, the vehicle intermittently shook, decelerated, and the battery failed. In addition, the door locks would not operate, which prevented the contact from exiting the vehicle. The dealer (all star chevrolet, 11377 airline hwy, baton rouge, la 70816) replaced the battery and the coil spring, but the failures continued. The manufacturer was contacted and was…

    ODI 11083291