2014 Chevrolet Malibu: engine failure

5 of the 351 complaints about the 2014 Chevrolet Malibu describe engine failure.

owner complaints: 5
of this car's complaints: 1%
recalls: 0

Is there a fix? 244 service bulletins cover this area of the car. See below

Engine failure by model year

2022
2
2020
6
2019
8
2018
8
2017
9
2016
26
2014
5
2013
23
2012
9
2011
24
2010
32
2009
48
2008
23
2007
54
2006
50
2005
25
2004
36
2003
7
2002
9
2001
12
2000
10
1999
13
1998
10
1997
6

What owners say

Filed Apr 30, 2025 · Engine · 213,310 miles · MS

The contact owns a 2014 Chevrolet Malibu. The contact stated that while driving at an undisclosed speed, the vehicle stalled and jerked with the check engine warning light illuminated. The vehicle was able to restart. The vehicle was taken to an independent mechanic and was diagnosed with engine failure. The contact was informed that the engine needed to be replaced. The dealer was contacted. The vehicle was not diagnosed or repaired. The manufacturer was not made aware of the failure. The failure mileage was approximately 213,310. The VIN was not available.

Filed May 23, 2023 · MO

Auto Start Stop Function (ASSF) malfunction. When releasing foot off brake when (ASSF) was engaged, engine failed to restart. After putting car in park and restarting the engine, it took multiple attempts for car to restart. This has happened numerous times, all of which have been while city driving (i.e. stopping at stop lights, waiting to turn in turn lane, stopped at stop sign) High safety concern for me and for other drivers on roadway. vehicle has been looked at by automotive shop, no definitive answer for the cause. no warning lights or messages appear before/during/ or after malfunction.

Filed Feb 21, 2020 · Engine · 100,437 miles · TX

Engine code p16d0 causing a valve that controls air to oil intake for the motor is stuck open causing in accurate oil pressure. This happens when in motion. To continue to drive would most likely cause extreme engine failure and improper gas mileage. After checking the code and replacing the "affected" parts, the light is still not cleared as it creates more issues within the motor. The dealer is not able to identify the issue and is charging an absurd amount of money just to attempt to fix the issue with out any guarantees. There are also an abundance of similar situations and it all occurs once these vehicles get to 100,000 miles. This is a serious issue and I believe the manufacture should correct such an issue as multiple people have been experiancing the issue.

Filed May 26, 2016 · Brakes, Electrical · 17,065 miles · OH

Tl* the contact owns a 2014 chevrolet malibu. While driving approximately 20 MPH, the power seized. The vehicle was able to restart after several attempts. The vehicle was taken to the dealer where it was diagnosed that the brake booster and PCM wiring needed to be replaced. The vehicle was repaired. The manufacturer was not notified of the failure. The approximate failure mileage was 17,065. The VIN was not included.

Filed Mar 9, 2015 · Steering · 80,000 miles · MI

Tl* the contact owns a 2014 chevrolet malibu. The contact stated that while driving approximately 70 MPH, the steering wheel seized and the power steering and traction control warning lights illuminated. The vehicle was maneuvered to the side of the road with caution. The engine was turned off and after restarting it, the vehicle resumed normally. The vehicle was not repaired. The manufacturer was not notified. The approximate failure mileage was 80,000.