Suspension Related Problems of the 2001 Chevrolet Malibu

Table 1 shows six common suspension related problems of the 2001 Chevrolet Malibu. The number one most common problem is related to the suspension (three problems). The second most common problem is related to the front suspension (two problems).

Table 1. Suspension related problems of Chevrolet Malibu


Recently reported Suspension problems of the 2001 Chevrolet Malibu

The Suspension problem

This 2001 chevy Malibu had the rack and pinion break free from the engine cradle due to frame corrosion. The car is now undrivable and needs new engine cradle (front frame). This is a safety issue and the frame should not rust on a car in a place that could kill somebody. Bad design. Poor quality.   Read details...

The Front Suspension problem

The contact owns a 2001 Chevrolet Malibu. The contact stated that while driving between 30 to 40 mph the vehicle began to violently jerk. As a result, the vehicle traveld into another lane and crached into a curb. The contact also stated that the front passenger side axle was fractured.   Read details...

The Front Suspension Hub problem

Noticed a howling noise coming from front suspension. Determined to be rf wheel hub/bearing. Replace the hub/bearing.   Read details...


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