Front Suspension Lower Ball Joint problems of the 2000 Chevrolet Malibu

Two problems related to front suspension lower ball joint have been reported for the 2000 Chevrolet Malibu. The most recently reported issues are listed below. Please also check out the statistics and reliability analysis of the 2000 Chevrolet Malibu based on all problems reported for the 2000 Malibu.

1 Front Suspension Lower Ball Joint problem

Failure Date: 09/01/2001

Vehicle was going 25mph on a straight road. There was no warning and left front end dropped. Left tire blewout, and vehicle skidded/ hit the curve. Lower ball joint broke, causing rear end to spin around. Manufacturer had a TSB mentioning problem ,but will not cover the problem within warranty agreement.

2 Front Suspension Lower Ball Joint problem

Failure Date: 04/25/2001

While driving, consumer heard a popping noise. Took vehicle in for service and mechanic stated that the right and left lower ball joints needed to be replaced. Jg.


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