Chevrolet Malibu Column Problems
- 82
- Owner complaint records in our dataset
- 11
- Years with records
- 1999–2013
- Stored years
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 82 stored complaint records:
- 1 indicate a crash
- 1 indicate injury
- 0 indicate fire
Complaints by year
What appears in the records
- steering column · 83 records
- steering wheel · 42 records
- power steering · 39 records
- failure mileage · 20 records
- replaced steering · 16 records
- needed replaced · 15 records
Mileage in stored records
| Band | Records |
|---|---|
| 1–30k mi | 30 |
| 30–60k mi | 17 |
| 60–100k mi | 12 |
| 100–150k mi | 9 |
| 150–400k mi | 1 |
Complaint evidence
Latest stored owner-submitted records. Open a year for the full list.
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Tl* the contact owns a 2007 chevrolet malibu. While pulling out of the driveway, the steering column seized and an unknown warning indicator illuminated. The vehicle was towed to an independent mechanic where it was diagnosed that the steering column needed to be replaced. The dealer was not called. The manufacturer was made aware of the failure and stated that it was not covered by the warranty. The vehicle was not…
ODI 11152926
Column
Tl* the contact owns a 2010 chevrolet malibu. While driving 65 mph, the esc warning indicator illuminated and the steering wheel became difficult to maneuver. The vehicle was taken to suburban chevrolet ([redacted], eden prairie, mn 55344) where it was diagnosed that the steering column needed to be replaced. The vehicle was not repaired. The manufacturer was not notified of the failure. The vin was unknown. The…
ODI 11097266
Column · Electrical System
Tl* the contact owns a 2013 chevrolet malibu. While the vehicle was operated, the steering column seized without warning. The vehicle was taken to the long hammer auto dealer for the ignition switch. The vehicle was repaired, but the failure recurred. The vehicle was returned to the dealer, but a diagnosis was not determined. The contact stated that the failure occurred approximately eight times. The manufacturer…
ODI 10995172
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Tl* the contact owns a 2008 chevrolet malibu. The contact stated that while driving at any speed, the steering wheel seized and the power steering warning light illuminated. The vehicle was taken to a dealer where it was diagnosed that the steering column failed. The vehicle was not repaired. The manufacturer was made aware of the failure. The failure mileage was 108,000.
ODI 10676725
Air Bags · Column
Tl* the contact owns a 2006 chevrolet malibu. The contact stated that while driving approximately 15 mph, the air bag warning indicator illuminated. The failure was recurring for one month. The vehicle was not taken to the dealer for inspection or repairs. The manufacturer was notified of the problem. The approximate failure mileage was 115,690. ..updated 04-23-14 *bf the consumer stated the dealer refused to…
ODI 10568974
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Tl* the contact owns a 2008 chevrolet malibu. The contact stated that while driving at 30 mph, the steering wheel seized and the power steering warning light illuminated. The failure recurred several times. The vehicle was taken to the dealer where it was diagnosed that the steering column needed to be replaced. The vehicle was not repaired. The vin was not available. The manufacturer was notified of the failure.…
ODI 10682917
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Tl* the contact owns a 2006 chevrolet malibu. The contact stated that after the vehicle was started, an abnormal noise emitted from the steering wheel. The vehicle was taken to a dealer. The technician diagnosed that the universal steering column needed to be replaced. The vehicle was repaired; however, the failure recurred. The manufacturer was notified of the failure. The failure mileage was 151,000. The vin was…
ODI 10672625
Column
Tl* the contact owns a 2006 chevrolet malibu. While driving approximately 40 mph, the power steering failed and the power steering indicator illuminated on the instrument panel. The power steering operated normally once the vehicle was turned off and restarted. The dealer stated that the steering column needed to be replaced. The vehicle was repaired by an independent mechanic. The manufacturer was not notified. The…
ODI 10617560