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Major Problems with Chevrolet Malibu MAXX - Statistics of Complaints

Below you may see what Chevrolet Malibu MAXX model years had the most number of complaints over time. Though it does not necessarily mean that 2004, for instance, is the worst year for the Malibu MAXX. Older Malibu MAXX vehicles tend to accumulate more problems over time, so you need to carefully explore the nature of the issues. Tap into specific years for more details.

Browse Chevrolet Malibu MAXX problems by years

Worst Chevrolet Malibu MAXX Problems

EQUIPMENT
2004 Chevrolet Malibu MAXX December 2, 2005 Victims: 2

On december 2, 2005 i was traveling to work using my typical route highway 74 also known as the ortega highway when coming to a sharp and narrow curve my brake pedal did not work and my steering was locked. i was not able to control the direction of my vehicle as a result the vehicle merged to on coming traffic and tumbled four times . *nm

ELECTRICAL SYSTEM
2004 Chevrolet Malibu MAXX November 7, 2007 Victims: 2 Mileage: 37000 miles

Tl*the contact is co-owner of a 2004 chevrolet malibu maxx. the contact's daughter was driving approximately 55 mph when the instrument panel lights began to flicker and there was a loss of steering power. the vehicle veered to the right and then pulled hard to the left, entering into traffic and striking two vehicles. the passenger and driver of the vehicle sustained minor injuries. the two other drivers also sustained injuries, but the contact does not know to what extent. a police report was filed. the vehicle sustained approximately $2,600 worth of damage to ...

FRONTAL
2004 Chevrolet Malibu MAXX August 15, 2008 Victims: 2 Mileage: 60000 miles

Tl*the contact owns a 2004 chevrolet malibu maxx. while driving 30 mph, the contact drove down an embankment. the air bags failed to deploy and the vehicle was destroyed. the vehicle was pulled out of the woods and towed away. both occupants were slightly injured, although they were wearing their seat belts. a police report was filed. the air bags were never serviced prior to the failure. the failure mileage was 60,000.

What is the most common problem with Chevrolet Malibu MAXX?

Overall the worst problem with Chevrolet Malibu MAXX relates to STEERING problems. Browse the categories below to learn about the specific Malibu MAXX years that are prone to issues with these components.

STEERING 574 SEATS 140 ELECTRICAL SYSTEM 96 EXTERIOR LIGHTING 83 ELECTRIC POWER ASSIST SYSTEM 48 POWER TRAIN 35 SERVICE BRAKES 29 AIR BAGS 28 ELECTRONIC STABILITY CONTROL 24 VEHICLE SPEED CONTROL 19 FUEL/PROPULSION SYSTEM 17 SERVICE BRAKES, HYDRAULIC 16 ENGINE 16 SUSPENSION 14 FUEL SYSTEM, GASOLINE 14 HYDRAULIC POWER ASSIST SYSTEM 14 FRONTAL 12 RACK AND PINION 12 TURN SIGNAL 9 COLUMN 9 SEAT BELTS 8 ROTOR 8 MECHANICAL 8 EQUIPMENT 7 UNKNOWN OR OTHER 6 STARTER ASSEMBLY 6 AUTOMATIC TRANSMISSION 5 ENGINE 5 LATCHES/LOCKS/LINKAGES 5 WHEELS 5 HEADLIGHTS 5 ELECTRICAL 4 PINION SHAFT 4 BODY 3 LINKAGES 3 ANTILOCK/TRACTION CONTROL/ELECTRONIC LIMITED SLIP 3 FRONT 3 TIRES 3 IGNITION 3 PADS 3 SIDEWALL 3 INTERIOR LIGHTING 3 INSTRUMENT CLUSTER/PANEL 3 STRUCTURE 2 TIE ROD ASSEMBLY 2 FUEL PUMP 2 ENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING 2 LATCH 2 CALIPER 2 FUEL SYSTEM, OTHER 2 HATCHBACK/LIFTGATE 2 BRAKE LIGHTS 2 GEAR BOX (OTHER THAN RACK AND PINION) 2 CONTROL MODULE 2 SERVICE BRAKES, ELECTRIC 2 SENSOR/CONTROL MODULE 2 CONCEALMENT DEVICES 2 VISIBILITY 1 AIR CONDITIONER 1 WIRING 1 SERVICE BRAKES, AIR 1 POWER WINDOW DEVICES AND CONTROLS 1 FOUNDATION COMPONENTS 1 MASTER CYLINDER 1 PARKING BRAKE 1 HOSES, LINES/PIPING, AND FITTINGS 1 EXHAUST SYSTEM 1 STEERING WHEEL/HANDLE BAR 1 GASOLINE 1 SWITCH 1 BELTS AND ASSOCIATED PULLEYS 1 INTERIOR 1 ANCHORAGE 1 ANTI-THEFT DEVICE 1 INTERIOR/UNDER DASH 1 RACK 1 SUN/MOON ROOF ASSEMBLY 1 RADIO/TAPE DECK/CD ETC. 1 CRUISE CONTROL 1 LOWER BALL JOINT 1 FRAME AND MEMBERS 1 POWER ADJUST 1 LOCK 1 SEAT HEATER/COOLER 1 LATCH 1 TAIL LIGHTS 1 FAN/MOTOR 1 LPG SYSTEMS 1 LABELS 1 POWER STEERING FLUID 1 OWNERS/SERVICE/OTHER MANUAL 1 POWER ASSIST SYSTEM 1 SIDE/WINDOW 1 ANTI-THEFT DEVICES 1 REAR WINDOW WIPER/WASHER 1 TRACTION CONTROL SYSTEM 1 TRACTION BATTERY 1

Number of Complaints Reported in the First Year

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