general problems of the 2002 Chevrolet Malibu

Four problems related to air bag have been reported for the 2002 Chevrolet Malibu. The most recently reported issues are listed below. Please also check out the statistics and reliability analysis of the 2002 Chevrolet Malibu based on all problems reported for the 2002 Malibu.

1 Air Bag problem

Failure Date: 08/13/2014

Ran over a manhole that was covered all the sudden airbags went off driver and passenger smashed windshield . And sent daughter to hospital 27 weeks pregnant this vehicle has lots of problems its dangerous! we have drove over that same section of road in other vehicles many of times never seen this before! they should recall these airbags!.

2 Air Bag problem

Failure Date: 09/24/2008

2002 Chevrolet Malibu. Consumer writes in regards to ignition recall and seeks reimbursement for repairs. The consumer stated the vehicle shut down 3 times. The ignition lock cylinder was replaced.

3 Air Bag problem

Failure Date: 07/25/2005

In 2002, I bought a 2002 chevy Malibu. Since then it's been giving me a lot of problems. The first problem was the water found in both tail lights; this was under warranty. Then there was water coming in the driver side window, the brakes, and the torque needing to be reprogrammed. Then it was the headlights going out and I got them replaced at a walmart; mind you, since the 1st problem, none of this has been under warranty. Now it's the airbag gone bad, cooling system gone bad, and the brakes again, along with a fuel pump. The calipers have to be replaced still, the airbag needs to be checked out, and the car is in the shop now to diagnose what is wrong within the fueling system that makes the car not start. Oh! I almost forgot, I purchased a battery 2 weeks ago because that went out. I always stay on top of my service for the car. This car is 3 years old and I bought it new off the lot. It sucks!.

4 Air Bag problem

Failure Date: 10/01/2003

Front air bags inadvertently deployed without impact while driving 30 mph.


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