Two problems related to automatic transmission control module have been reported for the 2008 Chevrolet Malibu. The most recently reported issues are listed below. Please also check out the statistics and reliability analysis of the 2008 Chevrolet Malibu based on all problems reported for the 2008 Malibu.
Transmission 123 gear slips changes on own try to accelerate stalls downshifts stalls also transmission control module been told will happen when trying to speed up or complete stop or reverse the turning signals will have to be manually stopped interfering with driving barley make. Sound sometimes forget the are on still cruise control totally waked out does what ever it want speed or slows on own I do know of one current recall I've made several attempts to call w no return messages the transmission control module need replaced because the solenoids keep getting stuck 123 mine also the core fee for this is unbelievable 300-600 for the core fee . . Why are these being sold for prices of 500-1000$ if the are being refurbished seems to be a hot item to even find used or new if u could afford it . . These gm transmission issues are everywhere . . . . Why are the no recalls . . This is very unsafe shift failure 45ph to 15ph in a sec . . Or nothing the dealerships are very hard to deal with if you just want a part or info a transmission control module part # 12678511 recall 14v224000 # 14145 dellen Chevrolet 317 462-5591 made a few calls w no response to schedule been 7 days now. Stanley Chevrolet penalton in. Justin would not allowe a part # to me unless 120. $ diagnostic then tolde to get out after a few words exchange so I paid for a diagnostic twice neither through gm they told me the repair would be 1300$ over the phone doug at dellen Chevrolet I thk that's name gave me quote over phone . . So there's much more the transmission and solenoids in theses cars should be recalled or flashed fixed and if u read it's been going on since 2004 and now the new and newer one still same problems I've had to stop oil over restart car put in neutral to shift rpms get high I live in a small town walkers to diners etc . . Needs attn into.
2008 Chevrolet Malibu. Consumer writes in regards to transmission recall notice and seeks reimbursement for repairs. The consumer stated the transmission would shift erratically and it also slipped at times. The solenoid and tcm were replaced.