Three problems related to turn signal 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.
Driver side low beam headlight keeps going out. Replaced 2x in less than 90 days, still not working. Light works just before the new bulb clicks into place in the connector, but then as soon as the connector clicks in place, the bulb goes out. Has happened multiple times, same thing. No other issues with lights, turn signals, hazards, etc. . . Only the driver side low beam headlight. Happens regardless of whether or not vehicle is in motion.
Fuse 6 blows when left turn signal is activated. It first blew in oct 2018, then not again until December (several times) and still happening again in Jan 2019. Signals will work fine for a day or two after replacing fuse, but then fuse blows again.
The contact owns a 2012 Chevrolet Malibu. The contact stated that there was an electrical short with the wiring associated with the headlights. The low beams, high beams, running lights, and turn signals failed to function. The vehicle was inspected, diagnosed, and repaired by a mechanic. The manufacturer was notified of the failure. The approximate failure mileage was 125,000.