Chevrolet Malibu owners have reported 29 problems related to transmission failure (under the power train category). The most recently reported issues are listed below. Also please check out the statistics and reliability analysis of Chevrolet Malibu based on all problems reported for the Malibu.
Tl-the contact owns a 2014 Chevrolet Malibu. The contact stated that when the vehicle the vehicle gear selector was flashing an d the started to hesitate and then it stalled. The contact turned the vehicle off and restarted. The vehicle was driven to the dealer cox Chevrolet, 2900 cortex rd w, bradenton, FL 34207, they determined the transmission module failed and needed replacement. The vehicle is currently being repaired. The manufacturer was not notified of the failure. The approximate failure mileage was 54,000. Bp.
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I was stopped,went to accelerate,and sudden hard shift as it accelerated. After a few miles,lost all gears after 2nd gear. On interstate at time when lost gears & close to getting into major accident. Took it to asc certified mechanic to learn that the transmission failed,wiring from battery to started burned up,battery failurem alternator failed, and ecm failed as well. Repair cost approx $4600. 00. Service airbag light & check engine light on also & p0013 code. Looked up veh history, shows recalls on some of this were supposedly performed, but hard to believe. 6 speed transmission, so gm won't honor.
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Tl the contact owns a 2018 Chevrolet Malibu. The contact stated that the rpm gauge increased; however, the transmission gears failed to change over while the vehicle was driving on the highway. As a result, there was a drastic reduction in speed and the contact had to maneuver the vehicle with extreme difficulty to prevent a crash. Initially, performance Chevrolet (1005 w ehringhaus st, elizabeth city, nc 27909, 252-338-9100) was unable to replicate and diagnose the failure with the service center manager. Further diagnostic testing was not provided. A dealer test drove the vehicle with the contact and diagnosed that the spacer plate needed to be replaced. A loaner vehicle was provided for two days. The vehicle was not repaired and the contact wanted the vehicle bought back by the dealer if there was no solution. The manufacturer was notified of the failures. The approximate failure mileage was 45,000.
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At 10,000 miles my 2019 Chevrolet Malibu started to sputter and lose power. Taking off at a green light, driving on highways, turning at intersections, or turning against traffic has all become dangerous because the car will not gather enough power to go, leaving my car stuck on roads and in the middle of intersections. We were placed in a rental 2019 Chevrolet Malibu with 11,000 miles that also had power problems and left us stuck in a running car being approached by oncoming traffic. . The dealership diagnostic came up as transmission failure, in multiple brand new 2019 Chevrolet Malibu�s. Me, my family, and hundreds of thousands of motorists are in danger by driving this car, or even being on the road with these cars.
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Transmission failure, car will turn off on interstate or highway without warning, car will shut down while driving , roll backwards, won't accelerate. Had to get towed 3 times! after new transmission , sensors and fuel pump injector , the car is still doing the same thing ! this is a safety hazard and a lack of responsibility for defected products and price gauging mechanics ! problem is still existing. I see this car is under many recalls and the transmission was built in korea!.
Tl-the contact owns a 2012 chevorlet malabu. The contact stated that as soon as they bought the vehicle it began to malfunction. The engine fails often. The contact had to leave the vehicle at the dealer becasue the engine over heated. The wires of the electrical system are dead and the contact had to get the brakes fixed at least two times. The transmission also fails, when the contact switches gears, the vehicle stalls before it engages with the transmission. The transmission also makes this abnormal squeeling souund before the gears are shifted. The warning lights illuminate sometimes. The vehicle was towed to the contacts home. The vehicle was then taken to broadwater dealer at master chevolet (803) 220-3594 3625 richland Ave w, aiken, SC 29801. Where the vehicle was diagnosed. However, the mechanic could not distingush what the problem was. They even told the contact that the vehicle was a flood vehicle. The vehicle was not repaired. The manufacturer was not informed. The failure mileage was 99,500. Jw.
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Tl-the contact owns a 2016 Chevrolet Malibu. The contact stated that while driving approximately 65 mph, the "reduce speed" warning light illuminated and the vehicle's speed was reduced to 40 mph. Simultaneously, a bell chimed and the check engine light illuminated as well. The contact stated that the vehicle would not accelerate beyond 40 mph. In addition, the contact stated that the vehicle locked and unlocked itself on more than one occasion. Rydel Chevrolet of north ridge, California was made aware of the failure and replaced the engine at 5,000 miles but the failure recurred. Santa paula Chevrolet of santa paula, California was made aware of the failure and replaced that battery but the failure recurred. The manufacturer was not made aware of the failure. On star was contacted and diagnosed that the engine and transmission throttle failed to function properly. The failure mileage was unknown. Ad.
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Driving down city street, engine speed increased and vehicle slowed to stop. Would not go forward or reverse. As traffic backed up behind me, shut vehicle off for about a minute and restarted. Vehicle then moved enough to get off roadway then stopped moving again. Towed to Chevrolet dealership, they diagnosed with major internal transmission failure, transmission needs replaced. Vehicle has just over 90,000 miles, cost to repair, about $4200.
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Tl the contact owns a 2011 Chevrolet Malibu. The contact shifted the gear into reverse, but the vehicle did not move. While driving approximately 35 mph, the gear shifter failed to shift into third gear. The contact was able to continue driving the vehicle. The vehicle was taken to casper Toyota (904 strub rd, sandusky, OH 44870, (888) 864-2057) where it was diagnosed that the transmission failed and needed to be replaced. The vehicle was not repaired due to the cost. The contact later took the vehicle to an independent mechanic where it was diagnosed that a wave plate was detached and a three five piston failed and needed to be replaced. The vehicle was repaired. The manufacturer informed the contact that the vehicle was not included in a recall. The manufacturer opened case number: 8-3962773200 and referred the contact to NHTSA. The approximate failure mileage was 97,000.
Tl the contact owns a 2010 Chevrolet Malibu. While driving and depressing the accelerator pedal, the vehicle failed to respond. There were no warning indicators illuminated prior to the failure. The vehicle was taken to an independent mechanic who diagnosed that the transmission failed. The dealer (Chevrolet 21, 1100 hellertown rd, bethlehem, PA 18015) was contacted, but the vehicle was not repaired. The manufacturer was not notified of the failure. The failure mileage was 71,694.
The contact owns a 2010 Chevrolet Malibu. After a complete stop with the accelerator pedal depressed, the vehicle failed to accelerate without warning. The vehicle was taken to a local independent mechanic, but could not be diagnosed due to no warning sensors. A day later, an unknown indicator illuminated. The vehicle was taken to an independent auto shop where it was confirmed that the transmission failed and needed to be replaced. The mechanic recommended the vehicle be taken to a transmission independent dealer. The contact called a local dealer (don brown Chevrolet, 2244 s kings highway blvd, st. Louis, mo, 63110) where it was determined that the vehicle was not under warranty. No further assistance was offered. The vehicle was taken to the independent mechanic and the transmission was rebuilt. The manufacturer was contacted and provided case number: 8-3433690388. The dealer could not assist and referred the contact to NHTSA. The failure mileage was approximately 65,505.
I purchased a 2017 chevy Malibu last week. I was looking over the data on the chevy website. Chevy is listing two different hp ratings for this car. One area states 163hp & 184 lb-ft torque. The other says 160hp & 184 lb-ft torque. The main issue I have is with the transmission. Gm says the car comes with a 6t45 transmission. That transmission is rated at 215hp & 232 lb-ft torque. Enough for the rated engine. The transmission in the car is a 6t40. Rated at 180hp & 177 lb-ft torque. The torque on the motor is 184 lb-ft at 2500 rpm to 3000 rpm. I work and live in phoenix, az. 95% of driving is city driving. I am past the max of the transmission most of the time. This transmission will fail very fast in this heat. Plus the epa fuel rating I'm sure was calculated with the transmission advertised by gm not in the car. I own a car that is not at all what I thought it was.
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The contact owns a 2009 Chevrolet Malibu. When the vehicle was shifted into reverse, it failed to reverse without warning. The vehicle was towed to springfield Mitsubishi (313 baltimore pike springfield, PA 19064, (484) 574-8434). The diagnostic results were unknown, but the ecm was replaced. The vehicle still failed to reverse and was diagnosed with transmission failure. The manufacturer stated that the transmission repairs would be covered under the warranty and was awaiting parts. The vehicle was then towed to reedman toll Chevrolet of springfield (840 baltimore pike, springfield, PA 19064 (484) 472-6290) for the transmission replacement. Upon reaching the dealer, the contact was informed that the transmission repairs would not be covered under the warranty. The vehicle was not repaired. The contact researched online and found NHTSA campaign number: 12v460000 (power train). The manufacturer confirmed that the vehicle was not covered under warranty or included in the recall. The failure mileage was 8,000.
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While driving on the highway the transmission failed. Check engine light went on after it failed. In motion.
Transmission suddenly failed while driving on a street. Car only had 70,000 miles. Later discovered it was due to a broken gear shaped part of the transmission. Shows bad quality, should not fail at 70k miles.
The contact owns a 2016 Chevrolet Malibu. While operating the vehicle, the messages "critical engine", "transmission failure", and an antilock braking message appeared. In addition, the vehicle experienced frequent stalling and reduction of speed at random. The vehicle was taken to the local dealer (sale automall, 1053 hwy 258 n, kinston, nc) where it was diagnosed that the accelerator pedal assembly was faulty and needed to be replaced. The vehicle was repaired. The manufacturer was notified of the failure and did not assist. The VIN was not available. The failure mileage was 31,000.
Tl-the contact owns a 2009 Chevrolet Malibu. The contact stated that while driving at 20 mph, without warning the transmission failed. The vehicle was towed to an independent mechanic to be diagnosed. The contact was informed that the wave plate in the transmission had fractured and needed to be replaced. The vehicle was repaired. The manufacturer was notified of the failure. The failure mileage was 103,399. Ah.
Transmission failed at92000miles hard shifting reverse is bad drive home from on the city streetwork transmission stated to shift hard and slip. Un safe to dr.
The contact owns a 2004 Chevrolet Malibu. The contact stated that the power steering malfunctioned and the steering wheel became difficult to maneuver. Also, the transmission failed to shift into the reverse gear. The vehicle was included in NHTSA campaign numbers: 14v252000 (electrical system, electronic stability control, exterior lighting, service brakes, hydraulic, vehicle speed control), 14v153000 (steering), and 14v224000 (power train). The dealer indicated that only one of the three recall repairs would be performed since the parts were not available. The brake light recall repair was performed. The dealer was unable to indicate a specific timeframe to schedule the two remaining recall repairs. The manufacturer was notified of the failure. The vehicle was not repaired. The approximate failure mileage was 142,000.
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The contact owns a 2006 Chevrolet Malibu. The contact stated that while driving 35 mph, the steering wheel seized and excessive force on the steering wheel was required. The contact also stated that the engine stalled. The transmission failed to shift out of park. The vehicle was not diagnosed or repaired. The manufacturer was notified of the failure. The approximate failure mileage was 169,000.
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The contact owns a 2008 Chevrolet Malibu. The contact stated that while at a stop, the vehicle failed to shift into gear and the check engine warning light illuminated. The vehicle was towed to the dealer, who diagnosed that the transmission failed. The vehicle was not repaired. The manufacturer was made aware of the failure. The approximate failure mileage was 73,000.
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Driving in traffic, vehicle suddenly lost power and I had to pull out of traffic, nearly causing an accident. Engine revved, rpms were high. Shut car off, restarted and car would not get out of second gear. I had the car towed to a Chevrolet dealer, who told me my transmission failed due to a wave plate issue. Although 6t70 transmission warranty was extended to some 6 speed 2009 Malibus, I was told mine was not, even though the problem is known to exist in all gm 6 speed transmissions. This transmission is a definite safety hazard and the 10 year 120k mile extended warranty should be offered to every automobile with this transmission.
Defective door latches. Both driver side front and back door problems since I purchased my 2010 Chevrolet Malibu back in 2012. Driver door would not open or not shut. Contacted gm twice and no assistance from gm. I purchased a aftermarket door latch and replaced the driver door latch in Jan 2018 and have no more problem since. Driver back door I have not been able to open since 2015 and because the back door wont open, there is no way to replace the latch. If a fire or accident happens there is no exit from drivers side back door. Without warning on a 7 year old vehicle, the transmission failed in Aug 2017 136000 miles. Expensive replacement.
I purchased a 2010 chevy Malibu on Monday June 28th at finnegan Chevrolet in houston texas. At the time of purchase it had 14 miles on the odometer. My family and I started to drive back home to kentucky and at about 300 miles on the unit, the speedometer started to act up with fluctuations and then dropped to 0, upon which we called on-star as an emergency and they checked the vehicle and they said we could continue to drive it and have it checked within 24 hours. We stopped for gas and restarted our travel when at 450 it started becoming worse. We checked again with on-star and they said it had 3 error singles but we should be able to make it back. At 491 miles, the transmission completely failed while driving at 75 miles and hour and almost created an accident but my son was able to bring the car to a stop. We didn't continue but had the car towed to gwatney chevy in jacksonville, ar. They next day we were told it was a computer malfunction and they road tested the car and it would make it to kentucky. I took over driving and just 5 miles down the road, lost complete drivetrain/transmission control at 72 miles per hour in a construction zone and almost had an accident again do to the drop in speed. This is two episodes with this vehicle in 24 hours and no assurance from the manufacture it wouldn't happen again. The car is back in gwatney chevy in jacksonville, ar.
On Saturday, August 18, 2007 my wife and I were traveling at 60 mph along a windy, hilly stretch of road. At the top of the third hill, the transmission dropped to zero. After coasting down the hill, I was able to continue in first gear only. After stopping for 15 minutes, I was able to continue driving in low gears. However, if I tried to accelerate quickly (such as to merge with interstate traffic, or to make a legal u-turn) then the transmission failed again. On Sunday, August 19, I took the vehicle to a service station and had the transmission flushed and filled. My hope was to avoid any mechanical problems. However, this service did not resolve the problem. On Tuesday, August 21, I took the vehicle to my local chevy dealer who told me the clutch was completely burned out. They asked me why I waited so long to have the transmission serviced. I pointed out to them that the owner's manual states that it is a "maintenance free" transmission that should never need servicing.
While driving on highway travelling approximately 70mph, the vehicle stalled without warning. The dealer diagnosed that the transmission failed. Ts.
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Pivot drive assembly seized causing the wipers/ transmission to fail but the dealer stated it was not covered under NHTSA campaign id number: 01v068000.
It has had a transmission failure,brake and rotor failure 4 different times,rack and pinion failure,control arm failure 2 times,ignition control failure at 1400 miles.
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Transmission failure after only 7187 miles not a dependable vehicle. Left my wife and I stranded in the middle of desert had to leave car and get ride from stranger . 4 days have gone by and have not been contacted by dealer. .
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Problem Category | Number of Problems |
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Power Train problems | |
Automatic Transmission problems | |
Transmission Failure problems | |
Vehicle Shudder problems | |
Transmission Not Go Into Gear problems | |
Noises During Shifting problems | |
Automatic Transmission Control Module problems | |
Transmission Solenoid problems | |
Transmission Not Engage problems | |
Transmission Slip Out Of Gear problems |