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Common Problems with 2005 Chevrolet Malibu MAXX

Retrospectively, the 2005 Chevrolet Malibu MAXX had 344 complaints, and 46% of issues had something to do with STEERING problems.

What is the most common problem with a 2005 Chevrolet Malibu MAXX?

Based on car owner complaints, the most common issues with the 2005 Chevrolet Malibu MAXX fall into the category of STEERING. Below we had classified the complaints into groups by components affected.

STEERING 158 EXTERIOR LIGHTING 41 SEATS 39 ELECTRICAL SYSTEM 33 ELECTRONIC STABILITY CONTROL 9 AIR BAGS 8 SERVICE BRAKES 8 FUEL/PROPULSION SYSTEM 8 SUSPENSION 6 VEHICLE SPEED CONTROL 5 SERVICE BRAKES, HYDRAULIC 5 FUEL SYSTEM, GASOLINE 4 ENGINE 4 UNKNOWN OR OTHER 3 WHEELS 3 EQUIPMENT 2 POWER TRAIN 2 STRUCTURE 1 SEAT BELTS 1 ENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING 1 SERVICE BRAKES, AIR 1 PARKING BRAKE 1 TIRES 1

Worst 2005 Chevrolet Malibu MAXX Problems

We have singled out the top-3 most critical reports that involved victims or injuries.

BODY
2005 Chevrolet Malibu MAXX June 25, 2011 Victims: 2 Mileage: 115000 miles

Rear hatch back hinge has popped off it's pivot resulting in the hatch back slamming down and glass shattering. *tr

STEERING
2005 Chevrolet Malibu MAXX June 1, 2006 Victims: 1

2005 malibu maxx hydraulic seat malfunctioned and the back seat unlocked. *kb ***nar*** the drivers seat would not stay in the upright position. du...

STEERING
2005 Chevrolet Malibu MAXX September 28, 2010 Victims: 1 Mileage: 44400 miles

This is in relation to what i've seen in a few crash iihs crash videos. i was hit on the left side, with the impact range from the left front wheel to...

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