Tl* the contact owns a 2004 chevrolet malibu maxx. While driving approximately 60 MPH, the steering ability seized and all the warning indicators illuminated. The contact coasted the vehicle to the side of the road as the power steering warning indicator remained illuminated. The vehicle was driven to the contact's residence and then to mccurley chevrolet (1325 n autoplex way, pasco, wa 99301) where it was determined that the VIN was not included in the federal safety agency campaign number: 14v153000 (steering). The vehicle was not repaired. The manufacturer was not notified of the failure. The approximate failure mileage was 100,000.
Chevrolet Malibu Maxx engine failure problems
22 of the 1,074 owner complaints about the Chevrolet Malibu Maxx describe engine failure, most of them for the 2004 model year.
- owner complaints
- 22
- worst model year
- 2004
- typical mileage
- 144,000
By model year
Often reported together
Steering lock-up 18Pulling 2Power steering loss 2Steering noise 1Loss of power 1Check engine light 1No deployment 1Airbag light 1
What owners say
Tl* the contact owns a 2004 chevrolet malibu maxx. While turning the steering wheel in either direction, a popping noise was present and the steering ability seized. Upon inspection, it was discovered that the steering shaft pulled out of the rack. The air bag warning indicator illuminated after the failure. The failure was not diagnosed or repaired. Elm chevrolet (301 e. Church st, elmira, ny) was notified of the failure. The manufacturer was not notified. The failure mileage was 157,000.
Tl* the contact owns a 2006 chevrolet malibu maxx. While the vehicle was stationary and while driving various speeds, the steering wheel seized on numerous occasions. The contact stated that the steering wheel became extremely difficult to turn left or right. Dave hallman chevrolet (1925 state street, erie, pennsylvania 16501, (877) 260-0369) was made aware of the failure. There was no diagnosis performed and the vehicle was not repaired. The manufacturer was not made aware of the failure. The failure mileage was unknown.
Tl* the contact owns a 2005 chevrolet malibu maxx. While driving at an unknown speed, the power steering warning indicator illuminated and the steering wheel seized. The contact stated that the vehicle exhibited the same symptoms as indicated in the federal safety agency campaign number: 14v153000 (steering). The vehicle was taken to an independent mechanic, but was not diagnosed or repaired. The dealer was not contacted for diagnostic testing or repairs. The manufacturer stated that the failure was included in an unknown recall that was closed. The failure mileage was approximately 115,000.
Tl* the contact owns a 2006 chevrolet malibu maxx. The contact stated while driving 45 MPH, the steering wheel seized as a result the vehicle became difficult to steer. No warning lights illuminated before or during the failure. The dealer vehicle was not taken to a dealer for diagnosis or repairs. The contact referenced the federal safety agency campaign number: 15v064000 (steering) as a possible solution however the VIN was not included in the recall. The manufacturer was notified and informed the contact that the federal safety agency regulated what vehicles was included in the recall and to contact the federal safety agency. The failure mileage was 190,000.
Tl* the contact owns a 2005 chevrolet malibu maxx. While driving various speeds, the steering wheel seized and pulled to the left. Bill crispin chevrolet in saline, michigan was made aware of the failure. The vehicle was not diagnosed or repaired. The manufacturer was made aware of the issue and referred the contact to the federal safety agency. The failure mileage was approximately 200,000.
Tl* the contact owns a 2006 chevrolet malibu maxx. While attempting to accelerate at various speeds, three chimes sounded, the vehicle seized, pulled to the right, and the power steering warning indicator illuminated. The contact stated that if the failure occurred while in cruise control, it would cancel the cruise control. The vehicle was diagnosed by an independent mechanic. The dealer was contacted at 304‑422‑6501 and confirmed that the vehicle was not included in the recall and that the shaft torque sensor kit needed to be replaced. The VIN was not included in the federal safety agency campaign number: 14v153000 (steering). The vehicle was not repaired. The manufacturer was notified of the failure and refused to provide a case number or email after informing the contact that the VIN was not included in the recall. The failure mileage was 382,000.
Tl* the contact owns a 2005 chevrolet malibu maxx. While reversing out of the driveway, the steering wheel seized and the power steering warning indicator illuminated. The vehicle was taken to an independent mechanic who diagnosed the vehicle and produced failure code: 8-2902753243 (power steering sensor). The remedy repairs were unknown. The local dealer stated that the warranty expired. The manufacturer was made aware of the failure and a case was opened. The failure mileage was 196,696.
Tl* the contact owns a 2005 chevrolet malibu maxx. While driving 45 MPH, the steering wheel seized and the power steering warning indicator illuminated. The contact mentioned that the vehicle was previously remedied per the federal safety agency campaign number: 14v153000 (steering). The vehicle was not diagnosed or repaired. The manufacturer was notified of the failure. The failure mileage was 151,259.
Tl* the contact owns a 2006 chevrolet malibu maxx. While driving 70 MPH, the steering wheel seized and excessive force was required to move the vehicle. After a couple of minutes, the steering wheel performed normally. The failure recurred multiple times throughout the day. The VIN was not included in the federal safety agency campaign number: 15v064000 (steering). The vehicle was not diagnosed or repaired. The manufacturer was not notified of the failure. The approximate failure mileage was 150,000.
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The model years with the most reports are 2004 (9 complaints), 2005 (7 complaints) and 2006 (6 complaints).
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