One problem related to back up lights has 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.
The seal on the back lights gets bad and allows moisture to get in and short out the brake, turn signal and back up lights. Repairs are over $200 and they cannot guarantee it will not happen when the lighting housing is replaced. This should be a recall, because living near atlanta, brake lights and turn signals are very important. I never know when they are working. This is very dangerous. Come on gm, make drivers of your vehicles safe!!!!!.