2016 Chevrolet Malibu Power Train Problems
- 59
- 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 59 stored complaint records:
- 2 indicate a crash
- 1 indicate injury
- 0 indicate fire
What owners report
- check engine · 18 records
- shift park · 13 records
- engine light · 12 records
- engine power · 12 records
- power reduced · 6 records
- where diagnosed · 6 records
Mileage in stored records
| Band | Records |
|---|---|
| 1–30k mi | 27 |
| 30–60k mi | 21 |
| 60–100k mi | 3 |
| 100–150k mi | 1 |
Complaint records
Owner-submitted complaint content, presented as stored.
Electronic Stability Control · Engine · Power Train
Tl* the contact owns a 2016 chevrolet malibu. While operating the vehicle, the stabilitrak indicator illuminated. Also, after turning the ignition off, the engine continued to operate for approximately 30 seconds. Upon restarting the vehicle, it drove very roughly and would not accelerate properly. The vehicle was taken to red lion chevrolet ([redacted], red lion, pa) where it was diagnosed that the engine was…
ODI 11169994
Engine · Power Train · Service Brakes · Vehicle Speed Control
Tl* the contact owns a 2016 chevrolet malibu. While operating the vehicle, the messages "critical engine", "transmission failure", and an antilock braking message appeared. In addition, the vehicle experienced frequent stalling and reduction of speed at random. The vehicle was taken to the local dealer (sale automall, 1053 hwy 258 n, kinston, nc) where it was diagnosed that the accelerator pedal assembly was faulty…
ODI 11084954
Power Train · Steering
Tl* the contact owns a 2016 chevrolet malibu. While the vehicle was in drive and stationary, it stalled and the drive assist warning indicator illuminated. The steering wheel also seized. The vehicle was able to be restarted. The vehicle was not taken to a dealer or independent mechanic for diagnostic testing or repairs. The manufacturer was not made aware of the failure. The failure mileage was 43,601.
ODI 11164238
Engine · Power Train
Tl* the contact owns a 2016 chevrolet malibu. While driving 45 mph, the speed reduced inadvertently and a message that the speed reduced to 25 mph appeared. The check engine warning indicator illuminated. The contact stated that onstar sent an email advising that a critical engine and transmission repaired were needed. The dealer was unable to duplicate the issue. The issued recurred after leaving the dealer and the…
ODI 10924061
Brake Lights · Power Train · Service Brakes
Tl* the contact owns a 2016 chevrolet malibu. Within five months of owning the vehicle, the contact took it to more than one dealer because the vehicle jerked and made an abnormal noise. Integrity chevrolet of chattanooga ([redacted], chattanooga, tn, [redacted]) and mountain view chevrolet (310 e 20th st, chattanooga, tn, [redacted]) were contacted and the transmission was replaced within six months of owning the…
ODI 11103414
Power Train
Tl* the contact owns a 2016 chevrolet malibu. While attempting to reverse the vehicle, the transmission became stuck in neutral. The contact's vehicle rolled backwards and crashed into a parked vehicle. The incident occurred on three separate occasions. A police report was filed and there were no injuries. The cause of the failure was not diagnosed. The vehicle was not repaired. The manufacturer was notified of the…
Crash reported
ODI 10938700
Power Train
I just bought a 2016 camaro which had bad motor mounts. Which the dealer denied. I decided that i could not drive a brand new car with bad motor mounts so i traded the car in for the 2016 malibu. After driving the malibu for a couple weeks now, i noticed similar characteristics of motor mount problems i've had in the past. Currently, i believe that chevrolet's or gms motor mount designs or quality, are in line with…
ODI 10871691
Power Train
While starting off or trying to accelerate, the car has no power to pick up speed. I took the vehicle into the dealership for evaluation and they could not diagnose the issue. This issue happens from time to time on freeway or city driving. I have had to move to the shoulder to let cars pass by because my car would not pick up speed. This issue is still present today
ODI 10914276
Power Train
During a modest deceleration or while the car is coasting towards a stop with brake depressed, the transmission will at times seem to downshift in an unsmooth way. Seemingly skipping gears down. The vehicle at times can coast at around 1500 rpms then all of the sudden the rpms jump to almost or around 3000 rpms causing a bucking sensation for the driver. Brake use is affected when this occurs. When the vehicle…
ODI 10863882