One problem related to axle shaft has been reported for the 2001 Chevrolet Malibu. The most recently reported issues are listed below. Please also check out the statistics and reliability analysis of the 2001 Chevrolet Malibu based on all problems reported for the 2001 Malibu.
At 500 miles it was found that rack and pinion steering system was not properly installed at the factory. Rack and pinion system failed at 48,000 miles. At 49,000 miles the front axle shafts need to be replaced. This in addition to many other repairs that were performed on this car.