2013 Chevrolet Malibu Eco engine problems

Filed May 7, 2019 · Engine · 94,530 miles · OH

Excessive oil consumption regarding the ecotec 2.4l engine (luk). I had purchased my vehicle in september of 2018 with 87,932 miles. The vehicle was inspected and serviced. Prior to reaching the recommended 7500 mile oil change interval and before the 'change oil soon' notification, my check engine light illuminated. I had the vehicle towed to a certified gm dealership to be diagnosed on december 14th 2018. It was noted the vehicle was 3 quarts low on oil at 94,530 miles. I continued to monitor the oil levels there after until my next servicing at 97,063 miles, again the oil was low but within margin as I had topped off as needed. Now with my vehicle at 100,134 miles and still losing oil I am concerned that the engine is plagued by the same problem as found in the 2.4l (lea) found in the equinox and gmc terrain. It is my understanding there was a manufacturers defect with the piston rings combined with the oil spray cooling that lead to gm issuing a special warranty coverage to the lea variant however no coverage was extended to the luk variant. It is also to my understanding that there is no discernible difference internally between both variants with the luk engine slightly modified to support the (bas) belt alternator starter mild hybrid drivetrain. Both still contain the same pistons, piston rings, and oil jet spray technologies. At this point I have raised my concerns with gm and have scheduled a oil consumption test to be done (ruled to be unreliable in the lawsuit regarding lea type engines). I am also raising my concerns here as well as I believe this to be a safety issue as a result of manufacture defect and I believe gm intends to skirt the issue by only addressing the type of engine involved in the original lawsuit and only those vehicles for which they were equipped. I appreciate taking your time to review this case and hope to see a resolution.

Filed May 2, 2019 · Driver assistance, Electrical · 80,000 miles · WI

Takara recall I had my car in multiple times in a dealership bergstrom like five times and every time they work on it there's something else wrong . The car has electrical issues the radio turns on and off by itself . The temperature thing became on for high temps when the AC is off.I had replaced multiple sensors replaced like the crankshaft sensor. My car shut off on me through the drive-through . It has a rough time is starting sometimes and stalls . Now it's saying something about an oil pressure sensor o2 sensor. Couple times I heard the car backfire so I got a new cadillac converter. I've even have smelled some smells like burning. I hear a clunking noise in the front when I go over a little bumps or when I turn really sharp not going fast. Been having multiple issues with this car and would like some help figuring out what's going on with t and would like some help figuring out what's going on with it! I don't feel safe sometimes and I'm afraid my car siri might go out or something and it won't run or start for me when I'm driving. Please help.

Filed Mar 11, 2019 · Engine · 170,000 miles · TX

Tl* the contact owns a 2013 chevrolet malibu eco. While driving 70 MPH, the check engine warning indicator illuminated and the vehicle stalled. The contact stated that the failure was more evident in cooler temperatures. The vehicle was taken to bob price chevrolet buick gmc (located at 1225 s state hwy 16, fredericksburg, tx 78624, (877)720-6955) to be diagnosed, but the mechanic was unable to duplicate the failure or retrieve a fault code. The vehicle was not repaired. The manufacturer was not notified of the failure. The approximate failure mileage was 170,000.

Filed Dec 30, 2018 · Driver assistance, Engine · GA

Battery voltage indicator came on first and engine light indicator on. Replaced battery and alternator. Car stalls when gas pedal not applied. Car turns completely off when braking to stop signs, red lights, slowing down to turn. It's completely unsafe. It has turned off on me crossing major highways. Mechanic replaced fuel pump due to p0300 code etc. Car still stalls and turns off while driving, slowing down to stop, turns off at red lights, stop signs and when braking to turn. At times, I do smell as if something is burning. This smell does not happen all the time. I have replaced the battery, the alternator, and the fuel pump. The car still stalls and cuts off. I bought the car in august 2018, I have had these problems with the car since october 2018.

Filed Dec 23, 2018 · Electrical, Engine · 136,589 miles · SC

I have a 2013 chevrolet malibu eco and when I stopped at a red light the car just shut down. Thought it might have been bad gas at first because the car started right up. Well not even 15 minutes later it did it again. The car started right back up like it did before and didnt have no more issues out of it. The next day had to do some running around the car did fine until the way home. The car cut off on me three different times.only does it when I come to a stop no matter where I'm at. Somedays the car does better then others just hope it don't cut off on me when I'm driving down the road.

Filed Oct 10, 2018 · Electrical, Engine · 104,000 miles · NE

Over the last 3 weeks, when the vehicle has gone into the auto shut-off mode, it doesn't always start back up when you push the accelerator pedal.

Filed Jul 24, 2018 · Electrical, Engine · 142,000 miles · PA

The vehicle has been repaired multiple times for the issue of atalling out while driving. Several times I have been driving on the highway with total electrical failure. The electrical power will cut out affecting my breaks, power steering, gauges, and engine. This problem has happened over multiple occasions.

Filed Jul 18, 2018 · Engine · 50,000 miles · NJ

Engine light constantly on, car shuts down while driving. Dealership repaired one time and in less than 6 months it's happening again

Filed May 29, 2018 · Electrical, Engine · 52,938 miles · GA

I have had repeated issues involving my 2013 chevrolet malibu eco dating back to 2014. I had the vehicle repaired for the same issues multiple times and the issue is still not resolved. My vehicles hesitates constantly and stalls (cuts completely off) in the middle of driving without any warning. The steering wheel also locks up occasionally and water leaks in the trunk. I have owned a few 'brand new' vehicles and I have never experienced anything like this in my life. I am very scared for my safety and the safety of my child. I have voiced my concerns about my safety many times especially after almost being hit from behind by a tractor trailer on a major highway. By the grace of god our lives were spared, but it was very traumatizing experience. Since that incident my vehicle has continued to stall and I have taken the vehicle in for the issues. My car has cut off in the middle of major intersections, parking lots, main highways, etc. At various speeds driving forward and backing up. Now my child is scared to ride in our own vehicle. Every day when I get behind the wheel of my car its like going on suicide mission. Gm cannot fix the problem, won't honor their warranties and brush my concerns off. This is a serious matter and it can eventually result in the loss of a life or multiple lives. I pray that it will not be me or my daughter's life or we cause someone else to lose their life because of our stalled vehicle. I have contacted two dealerships and gm corporate office and I have not received a resolution regarding my vehicle. Basically, the dealership and gm corporate confirmed that my safety and the safety of my child is not a concern or a priority. Help!!

Filed May 21, 2018 · Driver assistance, Electrical · 80,000 miles · WA

When I am driving my car, the whole car shut off. The battery goes basically dead and my steering locks on me. I then have to put it in park in the middle of the road just so I can restart the car. I was on the freeway yesterday with my 6 six year old godson and the car shut off in the middle of driving in traffic on the freeway. It is starting to get scary and I need it fixed.