Two problems related to front suspension strut have been reported for the 1999 Chevrolet Malibu. The most recently reported issues are listed below.
Car had been driven from ohio to florida for vacation. Car was driven out of living complex when black smoke & burning rubber was noticed,drove back into complex & exited car when the tire on front passenger side blew. Called aaa to have vehicle taken to an auto repair shop.
Broken left front strut and spring. Just driving down the freeway the strut broke. The service dealer couldn't believe that happened. The left front strut, spring and strut bearing had to be replaced on a car with only 50,182 miles on it. Again I called gm zone they told me to send copies of all my bills and I have not ever heard anything else.