Radiator problems of the 2012 Chevrolet Malibu

Two problems related to radiator have 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.

1 Radiator problem

Failure Date: 04/13/2017

Tl- the contact owns a 2012 Chevrolet Malibu. The contact stated that they where involved in a collison weith a large dog which caused damage to the vehicle. The vehicle was taken to an independent mechanic where they inspected the vehicle and informed the contact that the vehicle was safe to drive prior to the repair. The contact stated three days later the vehicle experienced complete loss of power. The vehicle was towed back to the independent mechanic where it was diagnosed that the radiator and the ac condenser needed to be replaced. The vehicle was repaired however they heard an abnormal sound. The vehicle was returned to the independent mechanic where it was diagnosed that 12 engine codes where on the vehicle. The vehicle was transferred to a new independent mechanic where it was timing chain was defective. The manufacturer was not notified of the failure. The failure mileage was approximately 130,000. Kh.

2 Radiator problem

Failure Date: 02/21/2015

The contact owns a 2012 Chevrolet Malibu. The contact stated that while driving at 35 mph, there was a loud noise and the vehicle lost power as the hood collapsed and folded in two without warning. In addition, the contact stated that the engine, the headlights, and the radiator failed. The air bags deployed. The contact sustained hand, eye and neck injuries that required medical attention. The vehicle was towed to a private mechanic but was not diagnosed or repaired. The manufacturer was notified of the failure. The failure mileage was 59,000.




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