Ignition shuts off while driving
The worst 1997 Chevrolet Malibu Classic problems
Ranked by number of owner complaints. Mileage and cost come from what owners wrote.
- Electrical2
- Wheels1
Problems by type
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- Electrical2
- Wheels1
Recalls
No recalls on record for this model year.
Technical service bulletins for the 1997 Chevrolet Malibu Classic 4
Bulletins tell dealers how to fix known problems. A warranty extension means the manufacturer pays for that repair for longer.
What 1997 Chevrolet Malibu Classic owners say
Most recent owner complaints, unedited.
I was driving in new bern where I hit a bump in the road that busted my tire. I made a police report. The car was in motion only going 3-5 MPH wasn't able to get good picture of tire it's still on the rim
Received recall notice from chevrolet division of general motors september 2014. Gm recall 14350. Ignition shut off problem. Gm advised me by letter to take vehicle to dealer for repair by oct 1, 2014. Complied with gm request on oct 1, 2014, but was told by dealer that gm had not sent parts for repair and to check back in one month. Complied with dealer request and recontacted dealer on nov 10, 2014 for repair. Was told by dealer that gm still had not sent parts and that my name would be added to a call back list. As of this date, nov 21, 2014 have not had a call back from dealer.
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Questions about the 1997 Chevrolet Malibu Classic
Is the 1997 Chevrolet Malibu Classic reliable?
Owners have filed 3 complaints about the 1997 Chevrolet Malibu Classic, fewer than a typical Malibu Classic model year.
What is the most common problem with the 1997 Chevrolet Malibu Classic?
Electrical system, with 2 complaints. Next is wheels (1).
How many recalls does the 1997 Chevrolet Malibu Classic have?
No recalls on record.
What year does the Chevrolet Malibu Classic have the most electrical problems?
The Chevrolet Malibu Classic model years with the most electrical complaints are 2004 (59 complaints), 2005 (41 complaints) and 2001 (12 complaints).
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