Sent the car to fix recalls and they said it has another problem and want to charge to fix the steering recall N140772 problem. They said is not free.... Do not know if the other recalls were repaired.
2006 Chevrolet Malibu transmission problems
43 complaints (4% of all complaints for this car). Typical mileage when it fails: 100,000.
- owner complaints
- 43
- of this car's complaints
- 4%
- typical mileage
- 100,000
- crashes
- 0
- recalls
- 1
Which part fails
- Automatic transmission4
At what mileage
Complaints by mileage at the time of the problem.
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Chevrolet Malibu transmission problems in other years
Specific symptoms reported on the 2006 Chevrolet Malibu transmission
Phrases found in the owners' own descriptions, so one complaint can mention several symptoms.
Related recalls
Power train: automatic transmission
- What is wrong
- General Motors LLC (GM) notified the agency on April 29, 2014, that they are recalling 56,214 model year 2007 and 2008 Saturn Aura vehicles. On May 22, 2014, GM increased the recall to include an additional 1,074,899 model year 2004-2008 Chevrolet Malibu vehicles manufactured from May 16, 2003, through October 5, 2007, model year 2004-2007 Malibu Maxx vehicles manufactured from June 25, 2003, through April 5, 2007, and model year 2005-2008 Pontiac G6 vehicles manufactured from May 26, 2004, through September 28, 2007, and equipped with 4-speed transmissions. The total number vehicles being recalled is now 1,131,113.
- Risk
- If the transmission shift cable fractures while the vehicle is being driven, the transmission gear selection may not match the indicated gear and the vehicle may move in an unintended or unexpected direction, increasing the risk of a crash. Furthermore, when the driver goes to stop and park the vehicle, despite selecting the PARK position, the transmission may not be in PARK. If the vehicle is not in the "PARK" position there is a risk the vehicle will roll away as the driver and other occupants exit the vehicle or anytime thereafter. A vehicle rollaway increases the risk of injury to exiting occupants and bystanders.
- Remedy
- GM will notify owners, and GM dealers will replace the shift cable assembly and mounting bracket, free of charge. The manufacturer has not yet provided a notification schedule. Owners may contact General Motors at 1‑800‑553‑6000. GM's number for this recall is 14152.
Recall number 14V224000 · Recall details
What 2006 Chevrolet Malibu owners say
Most recent owner complaints, unedited.
Was driving car and the engine cut off. Reduced engine power showed on my radio and traction light came on on the dash. I have to put the car in park, turn ignition off, wait a couple of minutes, then crank it back up to drive. This has happened several times. I have noticed that it happens when it is raining or has rained. When the roads are wet. It has happened while driving and when stopping at a traffic light or stop sign. It has happened both while driving and braking. C0242 - engine control module indicated traction control malfunction is the code it is giving me. This is causing my gas mileage to drop to around 230-250 miles per tank. When I was getting almost 400 per tank.
Tl* the contact owns a 2006 chevrolet malibu. The contact received notification of the federal safety agency campaign number: 14v252000 (service brakes, hydraulic, electrical system, exterior lighting, vehicle speed control, electronic stability control), 14v224000 (power tran), 15v064000 (steering) however, the parts to do the recall repairs were unavailable. The contact stated that the manufacturer had exceeded a reasonable amount of time for the recall repair. The contact stated that while driving at low speeds, the power train, stabile-trace control, emergency brake indicator, and ABS warning lights were illuminated. The brake pedal became hard to depress. The contact stated that a friend replaced the brake pads however, the failure recurred. The vehicle was not diagnosed. Sierra chevrolet (7850 u s 64, memphis, tn 38133, (901) 382-5644) was contacted and informed the contact that an appointment was needed to be scheduled for the free repairs. The manufacturer was made aware of the failure and a case was filed. There was no further assistance provided. The failure mileage was approximately 19,000. Parts distribution disconnect.*dt
Car runs fine then without warning it will just die. Does this while driving in motion. It is car used by two new teen drivers. It is very unsafe because they don't have a lot of driving time. I looked at a lot of wiring connections, cleaned up all ground connections with wire brush, replaced temp sensor, crank position sensor, been going thru and fixing bad wiring connections. Replaced fuel pump. And fixed broken wires coming out of body that go to fuel gauge.
I was driving towards raytown missouri for a birthday party and asni was driving over a railroad track, my car startee making noise and acted as if it didnt want to go. So I later found out that my transmisaion fluid had leaked and now the transmission case needs to be replaced due to the tracks on the road.
Takatat recall .. I was driving my car on the highway and my steering wheel locked when I was driveing I had my family in the car with me we all could have die lord me and my family is homeless we need this car to get around pleace helpn us with this I was driveing from east st louis il to work at the hollwood casino in st louis mo we sleep in our car thats why my family was there with me when I was driving when it went out and the steering wheel all so shakes very bad
2006 chevrolet malibu. Consumer writes in regards to steering and vehicle stalling issues. *smd
Tl* the contact owns a 2006 chevrolet malibu. While vacuuming out the parked vehicle, the contact bumped the gearshift and the vehicle started moving. The vehicle was able to be stopped, but was not able to be placed back in the park position. The vehicle had to be started in order to be placed in the park position. The dealer could not determine the cause of the failure. The vehicle was not repaired. The manufacturer was not made aware of the failure. The failure mileage was 110,000.
2006 chevrolet malibu. Consumer writes in regards to transmission shift lever recall repairs and seeks reimbursement. *smd the consumer stated as he was attempting to turn into a busy intersection, the vehicle began to roll backwards and he had no control of the vehicle, at first. He was able to stop the vehicle by applying the brake. There was no warning of any type. The vehicle was towed to the dealer. A day later, the dealer informed the consumer the vehicle needed a new transmission. After the consumer paid for a rebuilt transmission, he received a recall notice in the mail regarding the transmission.
Tl* the contact owns a 2006 chevrolet malibu. The contact stated that the federal safety agency campaign number: 14v224000 (power train) exceeded a reasonable amount of time for the repair. The vehicle was taken to the dealer where it was diagnosed that parts were not available. The vehicle was not repaired. The contact stated that when attempting to accelerate, the vehicle would hesitate. The vehicle was taken to the dealer. The dealer could not diagnose the cause of the failure. The vehicle was not repaired. The manufacturer was made aware of the failure. The failure mileage was 134,652. Updated 11/25/15*lj; updated 4/1218*jb
Questions about the 2006 Chevrolet Malibu transmission
Does the 2006 Chevrolet Malibu have transmission problems?
Owners have filed 43 complaints about the transmission of the 2006 Chevrolet Malibu, 4% of all its complaints.
At what mileage do 2006 Chevrolet Malibu transmission problems start?
The typical (median) mileage in owner complaints is 100,000 miles.
Was there a recall on the 2006 Chevrolet Malibu transmission?
Yes, 1 recall: 14V224000. Check your VIN to see if your car still needs the free repair.
What year does the Chevrolet Malibu have bad transmission?
The Chevrolet Malibu model years with the most transmission complaints are 2018 (171 complaints), 2016 (166 complaints) and 2017 (139 complaints).
Other 2006 Chevrolet Malibu problems
Steering 812Electrical 142Fuel system 96Brakes 71Lights 63Engine 58Acceleration 35Airbags 34Driver assistance 31Suspension 15Seats 8Wheels 7Body 6Seat belts 5Tires 5Visibility 4Locks 3
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