It started with a steering problem when I first drove it home.
I have had a relay switch replaced for the temperature-gauge.
Thirdly, due to the steering problem, the steering column has been replaced.
Fourth, my key-less entry remotes will not work intermittently.
Lastly, the check engine cap light came on with no fault of the cap.
Upon my first test drive, I truly preferred this vehicle over its competitors: Pontiac, Oldsmobile, and even the lower end Chevy, such as Cavalier.
The handling is great and superb around corners.
The power is wonderful for the size of the car and the class it is in.
This is an under-rated vehicle by Chevy.
Even with the problems I have had, I would still recommend because I understand every so often cars come with problems.
As a fellow 04 Malibu owner, you should know that the NHTSA is conducting a probe into this car for steering failures. Mine failed at 8500 miles and is going out again at 11,500. Please to www.nhtsa.dot.gov to research this.
Chevy, Pontiac and Oldsmobile aren't really competitors because they're all owned by GM.
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