One problem related to engine knocking noise has been reported for the 2012 Chevrolet Malibu. The most recently reported issues are listed below. Please also check out the statistics and reliability analysis of the 2012 Chevrolet Malibu based on all problems reported for the 2012 Malibu.
Tl the contact owns a 2012 Chevrolet Malibu. The contact attempted to start the vehicle however, the vehicle failed to start-up with an abnormal clunking and banging sound coming from under the hood. The contact stated that the timing chain was slightly detached and became loosened. The vehicle was taken to heiser Chevrolet west allis (10200 w arthur Ave, west allis, WI 53227; (414) 327-2300) and the contact was informed that the timing chain failure had caused additional engine damage. The full diagnostic test was still pending. The vehicle was not repaired. The manufacturer was not made aware of the failure. The approximate failure mileage 85,000.