What are the most common Chevrolet Malibu problems?

According to Au7o's research across NHTSA recalls, manufacturer TSBs, and owner forum reports, the 2015 Chevrolet Malibu has 2 documented issues. The most frequently reported are: Electronic Park-Lock Lever Can Permit Rollaway (Recall 16V502), Sunroof Switch Can Be Pressed Inadvertently (Recall 15V164). Of these, 2 are rated critical and should be addressed promptly.

Is the Chevrolet Malibu reliable?

The 2015 Chevrolet Malibu has 2 known issues compiled from NHTSA recalls, manufacturer TSBs, and owner forum reports. 2 issues are rated critical: Electronic Park-Lock Lever Can Permit Rollaway (Recall 16V502) and Sunroof Switch Can Be Pressed Inadvertently (Recall 15V164). Prospective buyers should inspect for these issues and factor potential repair costs into their purchase decision. Regular maintenance following the manufacturer's schedule helps prevent many common problems.

What is the 2013-2016 Chevrolet Malibu Electronic Park-Lock Lever Can Permit Rollaway (Recall 16V502)?

Certain 2016 Chevrolet Malibu vehicles, and some 2013-2015 vehicles serviced with affected replacement parts, can allow the ignition key to be removed while the transmission is not in Park. Severity: high.

What is the 2013-2015 Chevrolet Malibu Sunroof Switch Can Be Pressed Inadvertently (Recall 15V164)?

Certain 2013-2015 Chevrolet Malibu roof-panel switches are not recessed enough and can be pressed accidentally, making the panel auto-close unexpectedly and creating a pinch risk. Severity: high.

2015 Chevrolet Malibu Problems: 2 Issues Every Owner Should Know

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NHTSA Recalls23 recalls

ELECTRICAL SYSTEM:IGNITION

General Motors LLC (GM) is recalling certain model year 2016-2017 Buick Verano and 2016 Chevrolet Malibu as the electronic park lock lever may allow the ignition key to be removed without the transmission being in PARK. Also, certain 2013 Buick Encore, 2011 Buick Regal, 2013-2014 Buick Verano, 2011-2016 Chevrolet Cruze, 2010-2013 Chevrolet Equinox 2013-2015 Chevrolet Malibu, and 2011-2013 GMC Terrain vehicles may have been serviced with similar defective replacement electronic park lock levers. As such, these vehicles fail to comply with the requirements of Federal Motor Vehicle Safety Standard (FMVSS) number 114, "Theft Protection and Rollaway Prevention."

Campaign #16V50200005/07/2016

SERVICE BRAKES, HYDRAULIC:FOUNDATION COMPONENTS:DISC

General Motors LLC (GM) is recalling certain model year 2014 Buick Lacrosse vehicles manufactured January 29, 2014, through March 31, 2014 and 2014 Chevrolet Malibu vehicles manufactured February 7, 2014, through March 31, 2014, and equipped with 17 inch front brake rotors. The affected vehicles may have had brake rotors intended for the rear of the car accidentally installed on the front. The rear rotors, while the same diameter, are thinner and may result in a front brake pad detaching from the caliper.

Campaign #14V24000008/05/2014

VISIBILITY:SUN/MOON ROOF ASSEMBLY

General Motors LLC (GM) is recalling certain model year 2013-2015 Chevrolet Malibu vehicles October 24, 2011, to March 5, 2015. In the affected vehicles, the Slide or Tilt switch for the roof panel may not be adequately recessed to prevent the switch from inadvertently being pressed. As such, these vehicles fail to comply with the requirements of Federal Motor Vehicle Safety Standard (FMVSS) No. 118, "Power-Operated Window, Partition, and Roof Panel Systems."

Campaign #15V16400023/03/2015

POWER TRAIN:AUTOMATIC TRANSMISSION

General Motors LLC (GM) is recalling certain model year 2014 Buick Regal, LaCrosse, Verano, and Enclave, and Chevrolet Impala, Malibu, Cruze, and Traverse, and GMC Acadia vehicles equipped with automatic transmissions. In the affected vehicles, the transmission shift cable adjuster may disengage from the transmission shift lever. As such, these vehicles do not conform to Federal Motor Vehicle Safety Standard (FMVSS) number 102, "Transmission Shift Lever Sequence, Starter Interlock, and Transmission Braking Effect." They also fail to conform to FMVSS number 114, "Theft Protection and Rollaway Prevention."

Campaign #14V09200021/02/2014

SERVICE BRAKES, HYDRAULIC:POWER ASSIST:VACUUM

General Motors LLC (GM) is recalling certain model year 2014 Chevrolet Malibu vehicles manufactured June 12, 2013, through May 2, 2014, and equipped with a 2.5L engine with the auto stop/start option. The affected vehicles may experience a complete loss of brake vacuum assist, disabling the hydraulic boost assist. As such, these vehicles do not comply with Federal Motor Vehicle Safety Standard (FMVSS) number 135, "Light Vehicle Brake Systems."

Campaign #14V24700014/05/2014

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2015 Chevrolet Malibu Problems: 2 Issues Every Owner Should Know

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