Tail light meltdown. Air conditioner switch failure. Rotors and brakes replaced twice.
I love the speed and passing ability, but the small problems are a nuisance.
Would you buy another car from this manufacturer? No
Review Date: 31st May, 2002
Excellent car for the money, way to go GM!
I had to take the Malibu in because the horn didn't work, it turned out to be a loose wire. The battery had to be replaced, but that will happen in any vehicle.
I am a college student who commuted 30 miles to school on a 3 lane highway. This car has plenty of get-up-and-go, and is smooth as butter. I have driven this vehicle down from Massachusetts to Orlando, FL with no problems. The car was very comfortable and great on gas for a V-6 (I had a high of 32 miles per gallon on the trip). It seats 5 comfortably, and has plenty of cargo space. I found the climate and audio controls to be well placed and within easy reach. There is a nifty, handy drivers cup holder on the left side. Great for me, considering I'm a lefty. The power windows and locks function excellently. Two thumbs up from this 19-year-old male college student!
Would you buy another car from this manufacturer? Yes
Review Date: 21st April, 2002
This is a high maintenance car!
I had to have the brakes changed 1 week after I purchased the car. The Chevy dealer was not friendly about it at all.. Two months later the water pump went out. All the rear lights (brake, reverse) went out.. The windshield wipers come on, but cannot be turned off unless the car is turned off. The check engine light kept coming on. I have had to repeatedly replace the brakes. The radio cannot pick up any stations.
This car started falling apart the day I bought it.
Would you buy another car from this manufacturer? No
Review Date: 12th April, 2002
Well rounded car
Rotors have been replaced twice.
When I first heard of this car the 2.4L engine concerned me, but after driving it for nearly 3 years it has been nothing short of superb, I have driven a Malibu with the 3.1L V6 and prefer the feel of the 2.4L.
Would you buy another car from this manufacturer? Yes
Review Date: 8th February, 2002
A cheap piece of junk
Lately the brakes have started to go bad which I thought was way too soon for only having 28,000 miles on it.
The shocks & struts are going as well.
The transmission feels like it's slipping.
And I have started to notice a lot of internal noises.
I have had this car for two years and until now I have not had any major problems. It is fairly comfortable, handles well and was a pretty affordable choice for me.
These problems concern me though because it is only 2 years old and especially since I have read other's comments about similar problems. I am losing faith in Chevy if this many people are having these problems and they aren't doing a thing about it. Is there anything we can do?
Would you buy another car from this manufacturer? Don't Know
Review Date: 10th August, 2001
Well, My grandmother has this car and it is doing perfectly for her after 3 years. (Except the brakes)... she loves her car it has a WONDERFUL ride... and is very stylish!!! I disagree with you! so there!
I have owned a '99 Malibu LS for over 4 yrs now. The only problem that I ever had was a small oil leak at the sensor on the bottom of the oil pan. It took all of about 10 minutes for the dealership to replace. Had to replace the brakes at around 32000 miles. Not complaining. Replaced tires at around 46000 miles, but that's because I like to have TOO much fun with the power this car can provide. Anyone who has had any problems with one of these cars must have just been a bad fluke. I've know several people that own the same year & model & none have had any problems at all. Awesome car. Just wish they would have made the 270 HP engine standard about 4 years sooner.
10th Jun 2004, 13:13
I agree, I have had (3) water pumps put on this car, the brakes are constantly squeaking and now my engine lights stays on. I would not recommend this car to anyone!