One problem related to frame and members has been reported for the 1997 Chevrolet Malibu. The most recently reported issues are listed below.
The contact owns a 1997 Chevrolet Malibu. The contact stated that while driving approximately 50 mph, the frame separated from the vehicle causing it to flip and crash into a tree. The air bags failed to deploy. A police report was not filed. The contact sustained head and neck injuries which required medical attention. The vehicle was destroyed. The manufacturer was not notified of the issue. The failure mileage was 50,000.
| Body problems | |
| Structure problems | |
| Frame And Members problems | |
| Hood problems | |
| Tailgate problems |