Chevrolet Malibu owners have reported 199 wheel related problems since 1996. Table 1 shows the 7 most common wheel problems. The number one most common problem is related to the vehicle's wheel (182 problems). The second most common problem is related to the vehicle's wheel rim (8 problems). For details of each of the problem category, use the links in the table.
| Problem Category | Number of Problems |
|---|---|
| Wheel problems | |
| Wheel Rim problems | |
| Wheel Cover/hubcaps problems | |
| Wheel Bolts problems | |
| Wheel problems | |
| Space Saver Wheel problems | |
| Lugs/nuts/bolts/studs problems |
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The contact owns a 2012 Chevrolet Malibu. The contact stated that while his daughter was operating the vehicle, there was a loud sound coming from the front driver’s side of the vehicle. Upon inspection it was discovered that the front driver’s side wheel spokes were cracked and damaged. Read details...
My wife, driving down a city street in our 2010 Chevrolet Malibu, had to swerve to her right to avoid a truck that was coming around a curve in her lane, and in the process of avoiding the oncoming vehicle , scrapped the curb with her right front tire. Read details...
The contact owns a 2013 Chevrolet Malibu. The contact stated that while driving at an undisclosed speed, the rear tow link fractured. The vehicle was taken to the local dealer to be repaired under NHTSA campaign number: 21v633000 (suspension) and the contact was informed that the lug nuts were Read details...
Front wheels developed grining noise. Dealer says its worn out hubs and bearing on both sides and claims its from potholes. I don't hit many potholes. I make a conscience effort to avoid potholes. Repair is costing me $1000. I think I'm being taken. Read details...