general problems of the 1997 Chevrolet Malibu

Six problems related to suspension have been reported for the 1997 Chevrolet Malibu. The most recently reported issues are listed below.

1 Suspension problem

Failure Date: 04/26/2020

I have had to change the passenger caliper and rotors twice because the bolts for the caliper keeps popping out and the bolts for the bracket keeps popping out. . My windshield wiper on the passenger side went out last month. . Last night the car wouldn't start up anymore when I do turn the key the lights come on but when I try to start the car up I get a clicking noise, the radio kept going in and out also. Now my O2 sensors and tripping. I've had to change the egr valve because it kept getting stuck in open position and I also changed the belt.

2 Suspension problem

Failure Date: 03/31/2014

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.

3 Suspension problem

Failure Date: 07/26/2004

Consumer took the vehicle to the dealer. They checked the tires, and found that the tires were within specifications. Could not determine the problem or cause of it. While driving 40 miles per hour the vehicle pulled multiple times towards oncoming traffic. The consumer pulled towards the shoulder and the vehicle ended up in a ditch.

4 Suspension problem

Failure Date: 07/16/1998

No summary listed for above vehicle.

5 Suspension problem

Failure Date: 02/15/1997

Experiencing problems with the vehicle vibrating at all speeds, and vehicle has been taken in to be serviced, the problem has not been remedied. Please describe details.

6 Suspension problem

When vehicle stops at a light or stop sign it vibrates, cause unknown. Dealer cannot identify problem. Please give any further details.




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