1999 Chevrolet Malibu review from North America
"One problem after another"
What things have gone wrong with the car?
Pulsing brakes and warped rotors are a constant problem with this car. Rotors were replaced at 22,000 miles. Brakes were "fixed" many times under warranty and again at my expense.
Failed control head caused A/C to turn off and fan not to blow air under setting 3. Had replaced, again at my expense, and compressor now turns on when I press the button to recirculate air. So it's back to the dealer, again.
Rear brake light unit allowed water in when car was new.
Engine makes a ticking noise when first started. We have nicknamed the car "Chitty Chitty Bang Bang" because of it.
Car makes an unidentified thunking noise on humid days after first starting. Does not happen predictably so, of course, the dealer cannot replicate.
General comments?
I really want to like this car. It has some good features, but I do not trust it given the number of problems I've had with it. What an awful consumer experience. I will never buy a GM car again!
| Would you buy another car from this manufacturer? | No |
| First year of ownership | 1999 |
| Most recent year of ownership | 2003 |
| Engine and transmission | Automatic |
| Performance marks | 6/10 |
| Reliability marks | 1/10 |
| Comfort marks | 6/10 |
| Dealer Service marks | 2/10 |
| Running Costs (higher is cheaper) | 2/10 |
| Distance when acquired | 2 miles |
| Most recent distance | 29000 miles |
| Date of Entry | 12th September, 2003 |