Chevrolet Malibu Sixth Generation (2004 - 2007)


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Sixth Generation of Chevrolet Malibu has been in production since 2004 by 2007.

In addition to external changes, the model has undergone changes in technical terms. Sixth Generation is shorter than the previous generation by 2.1 inches , is wider by 0.5 inches , is higher by 1.1 inches. The weight of the car has increased by 68 lbs.


Chevrolet Malibu Sixth Generation dimensions and specs


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Sixth Generation
Body style Wagon, Sedan, Coupe
Length 188.30 in
Width 69.90 in
Height 57.50 in
Wheelbase 106.30 in
Curb weight 3174 - 3415 lbs
Number of doors 4
Seating capacity 5
Front hip room 52.4 - 53.2 in
Rear hip room 52 - 52.4 in
Front Headroom 39.6 - 39.9 in
Rear Headroom 37.60 in
Front shoulder room 56.70 in
Rear shoulder room 56.10 in
Fuel tank capacity 16.10 gal
MPG (City/Highway) 18 - 24/26 - 35
Towing capacity 1000 lbs
0-60 mph / 0-100 kph 6.2 - 9.8 sec
¼ mile time 14.8 - 17.2 sec

Chevrolet Malibu Common Problems generations


Unfortunately, there is no such thing as a perfect car. Each car has its own design flaws and problems that the user has to deal with. During the Chevrolet Malibu Sixth Generation production period from 2004 to 2007 drivers have reported 3917 complaints. The most common problems are STEERING, ELECTRICAL SYSTEM, EXTERIOR LIGHTING.
Model Year Complaints
2007 Malibu
891
2006 Malibu
1003
2005 Malibu
914
2004 Malibu
1109

Problem Category Number of Problems
STEERING
tl*the contact owns a 2007 chevrolet malibu lt. while driving 20 mph the steering wheel locked. the failure is intermittent...
2374
~ 86658 miles
ELECTRICAL SYSTEM
i know that this safety issue doesn't rank up there with sticking gas pedals etc. but i feel it is...
466
~ 75915 miles
EXTERIOR LIGHTING
tl* the contact owns a 2007 chevrolet malibu. the contact stated the vehicle tail lights and dash board lights would...
250
~ 65668 miles
POWER TRAIN
i purchased my 2007 chevrolet malibu in march '07. for the past month or so i had been hearing a...
175
~ 117616 miles
ELECTRIC POWER ASSIST SYSTEM > STEERING
steering cuts in and out in an unpredictable way. *tr ...
170
~ 20912 miles
SEATS
2007 chevrolet malibu. consumer states seat malfunctioned while driving *tgw the consumer stated as his wife turned the corner there...
147
~ 80450 miles
SERVICE BRAKES
i have a 2007 chevy malibu and am having problems with my brake lights. currently my brake lights don't illuminate...
146
~ 96017 miles
AIR BAGS
i recently leased a 2007 malibu. the passenger side airbag does not work when a cushion is placed on it...
137
~ 88758 miles
FUEL SYSTEM, GASOLINE
the gas tank on my 2007 chevy malibu is coming apart at the seems. i noticed a bad gas smell...
128
~ 68358 miles
FUEL/PROPULSION SYSTEM
the fuel level warning light came on. then the fuel gauge started going from full to empty and then...
121
~ 85515 miles
ENGINE
last week my car started creeping when i hit the gas. my car sounds like a boat. the car sounds...
113
~ 97353 miles
ELECTRONIC STABILITY CONTROL
driving 2007 chevrolet malibu when another vehicle pulled out of side street proceeded to engage brakes and vehicle skidded out
95
~ 90238 miles
VEHICLE SPEED CONTROL
car will not accelerate when needed and when it finally picks up speed it shoots ahead have to worry about...
95
~ 67017 miles
UNKNOWN OR OTHER
2006 malibu max with shaking problems**cc *jb...
74
~ 221006 miles
COLUMN > STEERING
tl*the contact owns a 2007 chevrolet malibu. whenever the contact drove the vehicle at any speed he noticed a clanking...
69
~ 38320 miles
SUSPENSION
tl*the contact owns a 2007 chevrolet malibu. in 2008 the contact heard a clunking noise whenever she turned the vehicle...
64
~ 77669 miles
SERVICE BRAKES, HYDRAULIC
i was driving a 2007 chevrolet malibu undercover police car. i was chasing an armed robbery suspect and was driving...
52
~ 44057 miles
ENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING
tl* the contact owns a 2007 chevrolet malibu. the contact stated upon starting the vehicle the gear had to be...
47
~ 51289 miles
SEAT BELTS
driver's side seatbelt shoulder harness warning light and buzzer comes on even though the belt is engaged in locking mechanism.
30
~ 77024 miles
TURN SIGNAL > EXTERIOR LIGHTING
pulls to the left broken struts broken brake calipers rear turn signal broke! anytime i mess with tires or brakes...
27
~ 47752 miles
BRAKE LIGHTS > EXTERIOR LIGHTING
tl* the contact owns a 2007 chevrolet malibu. the contact stated that the brake lights malfunctioned. the contact mentioned that...
25
~ 73581 miles
AUTOMATIC TRANSMISSION > POWER TRAIN
dt*: the contact stated there was a loud knocking noise when the transmission was shifted into drive. all other gears...
21
~ 34594 miles
WHEELS
bought this car from a nissan dealer as a used car in june 2012 it is the lt ve model....
20
~ 135183 miles
IGNITION > ELECTRICAL SYSTEM
tl* the contact owns a 2007 chevrolet malibu. the contact stated that the key failed to release from the ignition....
20
~ 63997 miles
RACK AND PINION > STEERING
tl*the contact owns a 2007 chevrolet malibu. when she attempted to make a u-turn she lost power steering without any...
18
~ 38521 miles
HYDRAULIC POWER ASSIST SYSTEM > STEERING
tl*the contact owns a 2006 chevrolet malibu. while driving 55 mph the contact felt a vibration in the steering. the...
18
~ 31386 miles
SWITCH > IGNITION > ELECTRICAL SYSTEM
tl* the contact owns a 2007 chevrolet malibu. the contact stated that the vehicle failed to start after numerous attempts....
15
~ 147632 miles
LATCHES/LOCKS/LINKAGES
tl*the contact owns a 2007 chevrolet malibu. the contact stated that she experienced several failures with her vehicle since the...
15
~ 49905 miles
HEADLIGHTS > EXTERIOR LIGHTING
tl* the contact owns a 2007 chevrolet malibu. while driving approximately 55 mph a police officer pulled the contact over...
14
~ 46794 miles
EQUIPMENT
i purchased a 2006 used chevy-malibu on feb. 22-2008. with 3600 mileage. after driving for 2 weeks the steering wheel...
14
~ 30151 miles
CRUISE CONTROL > VEHICLE SPEED CONTROL
tl* the contact owns a 2007 chevrolet malibu. while the cruise control was set to 60 mph the vehicle began...
12
~ 65643 miles
FRONT > SUSPENSION
the front end of 2007 chevy malibu suspension performance is unacceptable. i had the struts replaced because the standard equipped
12
~ 31324 miles
CONTROL MODULE > ANTI-THEFT > IGNITION
tl* the contact owns a 2007 chevrolet malibu. when the ignition was turned to the on position the vehicle failed...
11
~ 79075 miles
ANTILOCK/TRACTION CONTROL/ELECTRONIC LIMITED SLIP > SERVICE BRAKES, HYDRAULIC
tl* the contact owns a 2007 chevrolet malibu. the contact stated that the traction control and abs sensors illuminated intermittently....
11
~ 19490 miles
LATCH > DOORS > LATCHES/LOCKS/LINKAGES
driver side rear door did not latch properly when closed. no door ajar light was indicated and door swung open...
11
~ 10710 miles
ENGINE > ENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING
engine cut off while driving on highway. could not restart. almost hit by an 18 wheeler as i tried to
10
~ 29097 miles
FRONTAL > AIR BAGS
tl*the contact owns a 2006 chevrolet malibu. while driving approximately 25-30 mph on normal road conditions the air bag warning...
10
~ 39317 miles
TIRES
tl* the contact owned a 2007 chevrolet malibu. while driving 55 mph the contact lost control of the steering wheel...
9
~ 55222 miles
TRACTION CONTROL SYSTEM
2007 chevrolet malibu. consumer writes in regards to driver door lock malfunction caused by poor wire connection and consumer seeks...
9
~ 41222 miles
BODY > STRUCTURE
steering shaft failure - power steering motor failure steering box replaced gas gauge sensor replaced struts replaced passenger door won't...
9
~ 48304 miles
HORN > ELECTRICAL SYSTEM
tl* the contact owns a 2005 chevrolet malibu. the contact stated that the horn and signal lights failed to operate....
8
~ 46438 miles
INSTRUMENT CLUSTER/PANEL > ELECTRICAL SYSTEM
2007 chevrolet malibu. consumer states problems with gas gauge *tgw the consumer stated when she re-fueled the vehicle the gas...
8
~ 19998 miles
ROTOR > DISC > FOUNDATION COMPONENTS
dt*: the contact stated there was a loud knocking noise when the transmission was shifted into drive. all other gears...
8
~ 8509 miles
ANTI-THEFT DEVICE > COLUMN LOCKING > STEERING
when turning steering wheel towards the right steering wheel locked up causing the consumer to lose control of the vehicle....
8
~ 6145 miles
FUEL SYSTEM, OTHER
fuel gauge and indicator light reflected that the gas level was empty. the engine light came on and remain on.
7
~ 58143 miles
SERVICE BRAKES, ELECTRIC
brake light do with cruise control something like....... chevrolet/pontiac/saturn: intermittently brake lights (stop lamps) do not function correctly extended travel...
7
~ 50189 miles
FUEL GAUGE SYSTEM > STORAGE > FUEL SYSTEM, OTHER
tl* the contact owns a 2007 chevrolet malibu. the fuel gauge inaccurately displays the amount of fuel present in the...
7
~ 53429 miles
DOOR > BODY > STRUCTURE
i am having problems with my back doors on my car closing when it gets cold outside....my children have been...
7
~ 44929 miles
RACK > RACK AND PINION > STEERING
at approximately 35 000 miles and replacement of front tires twice took vehicle to dealership and found that the steering...
7
~ 37471 miles
MECHANICAL > EQUIPMENT
i have a 2006 chevy malibu. at about 38 000 miles the electric steering quit working. i had to replace....
7
~ 26130 miles
AIR CONDITIONER > APPLIANCE > EQUIPMENT
dt*: the contact stated the steering wheel started to chatter at various speeds under normal road conditions. the vehicle was...
7
~ 12957 miles
RADIO/TAPE DECK/CD ETC. > ELECTRICAL > EQUIPMENT
tl*the contact owns a 2006 chevrolet malibu. while washing the vehicle the consumer noticed smoke and flames on the inside...
6
~ 21583 miles
COOLING SYSTEM > ENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING
heard a clunking noise when turning left or right. bulletin said to lube steering so they did. having same problem...
6
~ 14400 miles
TIE ROD ASSEMBLY > LINKAGES > STEERING
at approximately 35 000 miles and replacement of front tires twice took vehicle to dealership and found that the steering...
6
~ 28250 miles
SIDE/WINDOW > AIR BAGS
our 2006 malibu ss was involved in a accident on hwy..traveling 60 mph driver overcorrection and the car went off...
6
~ 42733 miles
STRUCTURE
i bought my chevrolet malibu in dec. of 2006. it is a 2006. i noticed that anytime it rained or...
6
~ 33933 miles
WIRING > ELECTRICAL SYSTEM
tl* the contact's father owns a 2007 chevrolet malibu. while the contact's father was driving he was pulled over by...
5
~ 44609 miles
POWER WINDOW DEVICES AND CONTROLS > VISIBILITY
the master window control on drivers door does not work. the four buttons will not lower the windows. the individual...
5
~ 27500 miles
LABELS > OTHER > EQUIPMENT
purchased car 5/06 returned to the dealer 30 days later with with severe brake and rotor damage. i have since...
5
~ 22434 miles
PEDALS AND LINKAGES > SERVICE BRAKES, HYDRAULIC
tl* the contact owns a 2006 chevrolet malibu. while driving the steering wheel accelerator pedal and brake pedal seized. the...
4
~ 71554 miles
FUEL PUMP > DELIVERY > FUEL SYSTEM, GASOLINE
tl* the contact owns a 2006 chevrolet malibu. the contact stated that the vehicle failed to start. the vehicle was...
4
~ 87521 miles
CONTROL MODULE (TCM, PCM) > AUTOMATIC TRANSMISSION > POWER TRAIN
tl* the contact owns a 2005 chevrolet malibu. the contact stated that while driving approximately 45 mph the vehicle suddenly...
4
~ 24246 miles
COLUMN SHIFT > LEVER AND LINKAGE > AUTOMATIC TRANSMISSION
tl* the contact owns a 2007 chevrolet malibu. the contact stated that the gear shifter failed to release from park....
4
~ 91875 miles
TAIL LIGHTS > EXTERIOR LIGHTING
clear portions of both driver and passenger side dual colored (i.e. clear/red) tail-light lenses have succumbed to spontaneous appearance of...
4
~ 65250 miles
SUN/MOON ROOF ASSEMBLY > VISIBILITY
on 7/20 my chevrolet malibu's sunroof exploded. i felt it was a fluke or defect. i was driving on i-96...
4
~ 70900 miles
VISIBILITY
tl*the contact owns a 2007 chevrolet malibu. the contact stated that she experienced several failures with her vehicle since the...
4
~ 8413 miles
CALIPER > DISC > FOUNDATION COMPONENTS
i was having trouble with the brakes on my car. it is a 2005 chevrolet malibu. i took the car...
4
~ 29923 miles
SEAL > AXLE SHAFT > AXLE ASSEMBLY
steering wheel shakes all by itself and was replaced by dealer. now there is a clunking noise when turning the...
4
~ 30211 miles
SEAT HEATER/COOLER > FRONT ASSEMBLY > SEATS
tl* the contact owns a 2007 chevrolet malibu. the contact stated that the front driver side seat heater failed which...
3
~ 63131 miles
CATALYTIC CONVERTOR > EMISSION CONTROL > EXHAUST SYSTEM
tl* the contact owns a 2007 chevrolet malibu. while driving approximately 40 mph the vehicle stalled and the engine warning...
3
~ 87992 miles
HOSES, LINES/PIPING, AND FITTINGS > DELIVERY > FUEL SYSTEM, GASOLINE
tl* the contact owns a 2006 chevrolet malibu. the contact stated that after refueling the fuel gauge would display an...
3
~ 77933 miles
SHAFT SECTOR > GEAR BOX > STEERING
tl* the contact owns a 2005 chevrolet malibu. the contact stated she heard a loud noise in the steering for...
3
~ 19467 miles
CONCEALMENT DEVICES > HEADLIGHTS > EXTERIOR LIGHTING
my car's lights are melting smoke even comes out of them.i've seen this on other 2005 chevy malibus and they...
3
~ 74333 miles
MACPHERSON STRUT > FRONT > SUSPENSION
front struts are fractured and apparently have been est. $400+ to fix can't afford to fix! have seen several complaints...
3
~ 22333 miles
CONTROL UNIT/MODULE > ANTILOCK/TRACTION CONTROL/ELECTRONIC LIMITED SLIP > SERVICE BRAKES, HYDRAULIC
tl* - the contact complained about electrical problems. the brake light fuse failed. the front left blinker light failed and...
3
~ 39733 miles
WHEEL BEARING > FRONT > SUSPENSION
i am the owner of my second chevrolet malibu. the first one was a 1999 ls model the second a...
3
~ 52667 miles
VISIBILITY/WIPER
my husband was killed in an accident involving this vehicle. it says in the accident report that the bcm was...
3
~ 66113 miles
INTERIOR LIGHTING
tl*the contact owns a 2005 chevrolet malibu. since purchasing the vehicle the anti theft device has failed repeatedly the engine...
3
~ 46554 miles
ELECTRICAL > EQUIPMENT
i purchased my 2004 malibu from frank parra chevrolet in dallas tx. i spoke with the service advisor there to...
3
~ 33427 miles
ABS WARNING LIGHT > ANTILOCK > SERVICE BRAKES, AIR
tl* the contact owns a 2006 chevrolet malibu. the contact received notification of nhtsa campaign number: 14v252000 (electrical system electronic...
2
~ 43900 miles
FUSES AND CIRCUIT BREAKERS > WIRING > ELECTRICAL SYSTEM
tl* the contact owns a 2006 chevrolet malibu. the contact stated that the recall repair was performed for nhtsa campaign...
2
~ 37500 miles
ANTI-THEFT DEVICES > ELECTRICAL > EQUIPMENT
tl* the contact owns a 2005 chevrolet malibu. the contact stated when attempting to park the engine stalled as the...
2
~ 41000 miles
CHILD SEAT
latch attachment on one side of the seat does not stay tight. just a slight tug and the attachment pulls...
2
~ 45500 miles
FRAME AND MEMBERS > STRUCTURE
i purchased my 2006 malibu in 2007. since the time of purchase i have had problems with this car's steering...
2
~ 84000 miles
DEFROSTER/DEFOGGER/HVAC SYSTEM > VISIBILITY
blend door stuck on recirculate resulting in interior moisture and fogging/ heavy icing of interior windows-no visiblity requiring constant scraping/wiping....
2
~ 47000 miles
DRIVESHAFT > DRIVELINE > POWER TRAIN
vehicles intermediate drive shaft was going out. every turn you made it would make a clunking sounds. occurred on the...
2
~ 123552 miles
EXHAUST SYSTEM > ENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING
problem with the catalytic converter. the converter was plugged up with a substance that appears to be coming from the...
2
~ 67376 miles
12V/24V/48V BATTERY > ELECTRICAL SYSTEM
tl*the contact owns a 2006 chevrolet malibu. while driving 50 mph the power steering locked which caused him to engage...
2
~ 30000 miles
STARTER ASSEMBLY > ELECTRICAL SYSTEM
tl*the contact owns a 2005 chevrolet malibu. when turning the steering wheel the contact heard a popping sound. the failure...
2
~ 25000 miles
PINION SHAFT > RACK AND PINION > STEERING
at 46 500 miles my steering started making a clicking noise. the chevrolet dealer diagnosed it as a bad rack...
2
~ 31633 miles
WINDSHIELD WIPER/WASHER > VISIBILITY
windshield wipers stop part way through the cycle when set on intermittent setting. they do not move again unless i...
2
~ 29750 miles
INTERIOR > REARVIEW MIRRORS/DEVICES > VISIBILITY
tl*the contact owns a 2006 chevrolet malibu. the contact stated that the steering wheel was pulling to one side and...
2
~ 1091 miles
FRONT > SEAT BELTS
tl*the contact owns a 2007 chevrolet malibu. the contact stated that the front passenger side seat belt does not accommodate...
2
~ 51000 miles
ACCELERATOR PEDAL > VEHICLE SPEED CONTROL
exiting on off-ramp... accelerator stuck... when i removed foot from brake car accelerated as the wheels were turned... almost went...
2
~ 67013 miles
GEAR BOX (OTHER THAN RACK AND PINION) > STEERING
thumping sound in front wheels when turning steering wheel all the way in both directions. problem repaired under extended warranty...
2
~ 23177 miles
MODULE > IGNITION > ELECTRICAL SYSTEM
re: 2005 chevy malibu sedan ls. (1). on 2-11-07 car started hard accelarated poorly & ran rough at idle w/'check...
2
~ 18755 miles
LINKAGES > STEERING
for several months i have both heard and felt a "creaking" in the front end of my vehicle as though...
2
~ 12250 miles
MID/REAR ASSEMBLY > SEATS
i bought my chevrolet malibu in dec. of 2006. it is a 2006. i noticed that anytime it rained or...
2
~ 9750 miles
INTERIOR/UNDER DASH > WIRING > ELECTRICAL SYSTEM
multiple problems with 2005 chevy malibu. 1.) key sticking in ignition. returned car to dealer 3 times. two of these...
2
~ 2907 miles
ALTERNATOR/GENERATOR/REGULATOR > ELECTRICAL SYSTEM
install jumper harness per pip3098a neck fuel tank filler replace tie rod end and/or adjuster sleeve right replace panel seat
2
~ 109750 miles
SIDEWALL > TIRES
failure was a sidewall blowout. cause was a slight curb strike. this 2005 chevrolet malibu has 1200 miles. this is
2
PARKING BRAKE
i have a 2004 malibu ls when i first purchased the car during the winter of 04 i had problems...
2
~ 56150 miles
SWITCH > TURN SIGNAL > EXTERIOR LIGHTING
i have had many problems with my 04 malibu. rough idle power steering faliure many times took to dealer...
2
~ 9692 miles
TANK ASSEMBLY > STORAGE > FUEL SYSTEM, GASOLINE
the smell of fuel prompted the consumer to make contact with the manufacture and the dealer since there was a
2
~ 100000 miles
TRUNK LID > BODY > STRUCTURE
vehicle experienced steering and transmission problems. the steering went out forcing the vehicle to the right side of the road...
2
~ 750 miles
HOOD > BODY > STRUCTURE
tl* the contact owns a 2005 chevrolet malibu. the contact stated that the vehicle overheated. if the vehicle was too...
1
TORQUE CONVERTER > AUTOMATIC TRANSMISSION > POWER TRAIN
tl* the contact owns a 2007 chevrolet malibu. while driving approximately 30 mph the torque sensor assembly failed. the contact...
1
~ 180000 miles
HUB > FRONT > SUSPENSION
tl* the contact owns a 2004 chevrolet malibu. the contact stated that the front driver side hub assembly was defective...
1
~ 62000 miles
PRESSURE MONITORING AND REGULATING SYSTEMS > TIRES
tl* the contact owns a 2005 chevrolet malibu. the contact stated that the air bag check engine and tire pressure...
1
~ 93000 miles
EMISSION CONTROL > EXHAUST SYSTEM > ENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING
letter from senator warner on behalf of constituent re 2005 malibu recalls (attn: shane clem). *smd the consumer stated each...
1
VALVE > TIRES
tl* the contact owns a 2006 chevrolet malibu. the contact stated that the front driver and passenger side bolts became...
1
~ 166000 miles
TRACTION BATTERY > PROPULSION SYSTEM > ELECTRICAL SYSTEM
tl* the contact owns a 2007 chevrolet malibu. the contact stated that while driving at various speeds there was an...
1
~ 174000 miles
EQUIPMENT ADAPTIVE/MOBILITY
i was driving along and heard a loud popping noise and i thought i may have ran over a plastic...
1
~ 105000 miles
LATCH CONNECTOR/CLIP > CHILD SEAT
latch attachment on one side of the seat does not stay tight. just a slight tug and the attachment pulls...
1
DRIVELINE > POWER TRAIN
i had driven the car a mile from home and while sitting at a stop light the car alert sound...
1
~ 109000 miles
PARK/NEUTRAL START INTERLOCK SWITCH > AUTOMATIC TRANSMISSION > POWER TRAIN
tl* the contact owns a 2007 chevrolet malibu. the contact stated upon starting the vehicle the gear had to be...
1
~ 91000 miles
UPPER BALL JOINT > CONTROL ARM > FRONT
tl*the contact owns a 2006 chevrolet malibu. whenever the contact drove the vehicle she heard a clunking sound coming from...
1
~ 45000 miles
HINGE AND ATTACHMENTS > HOOD > BODY
tl*the contact owns a 2005 chevrolet malibu. while driving 55 mph the hood on the contact's vehicle flew up unexpectedly....
1
~ 59600 miles
PUMP > HYDRAULIC POWER ASSIST > STEERING
power steering malfunctioned. *tr...
1
~ 14200 miles
CLUTCH ASSEMBLY > POWER TRAIN
on saturday august 18 2007 my wife and i were traveling at 60 mph along a windy hilly stretch of...
1
~ 54350 miles
FUEL PUMP > DELIVERY > FUEL SYSTEM, OTHER
tl* the contact owns a 2006 chevrolet malibu. while driving 70 mph the vehicle stalled. the contact coasted the vehicle...
1
~ 65000 miles
BUMPERS > BODY > STRUCTURE
tl*the contact owns a 2006 chevrolet malibu. while driving approximately 55 mph the contact noticed that the vehicle felt off...
1
~ 32759 miles
WEBBING > FRONT > SEAT BELTS
the front passenger seat belt on my 2007 chevy mailibu has stitching that does not allow it to position itself...
1
BELTS AND ASSOCIATED PULLEYS > GASOLINE > ENGINE
the serpentine belt keeps blow out on the car and now for the third time it has aslo blew a
1
~ 23590 miles
FLASHER UNIT > TURN SIGNAL > EXTERIOR LIGHTING
the left front turn signal had to be replaced around 9 times in the three years i have owned the
1
POWER ADJUST > FRONT ASSEMBLY > SEATS
i am an aerospace structural technician now retired and i have the following problem. drivers seat frame weld busted due...
1
~ 48624 miles
SOFTWARE > ELECTRICAL SYSTEM
tl*the contact owns a 2006 chevrolet malibu. the contact could hear the locks opening and closing during heavy rainstorms. the...
1
~ 23000 miles
LINKAGE AND CABLE > MECHANICAL > CONVENTIONAL
dt*: the contact stated the steering wheel started to chatter at various speeds under normal road conditions. the vehicle was...
1
~ 3300 miles
FRONT UNDERHOOD > WIRING > ELECTRICAL SYSTEM
tl* the contact owns a 2005 chevrolet malibu. while operating the vehicle a burning odor was present inside the vehicle....
1
~ 30000 miles
DISC > FOUNDATION COMPONENTS > SERVICE BRAKES, HYDRAULIC
purchased car 5/06 returned to the dealer 30 days later with with severe brake and rotor damage. i have since...
1
~ 21000 miles
SWITCH > BRAKE LIGHTS > EXTERIOR LIGHTING
tl*the contact owns a 2006 chevrolet malibu. the contact stated that while driving 60 mph the brake lights would engage...
1
~ 130000 miles
WINDSHIELD > VISIBILITY
the windshield of my vehicle started to develop bubbles beneath the surface of the glass. i was informed by a...
1
SWITCH > HAZARD FLASHING WARNING LIGHTS > EXTERIOR LIGHTING
tl*the contact owns a 2005 chevrolet malibu. since purchasing the vehicle the anti theft device has failed repeatedly the engine...
1
~ 100 miles
ACCESSORY SCISSOR/SCREW/BOTTLE JACK/LIFT > MECHANICAL > EQUIPMENT
dt: when the consumer went to change a flat tire the jack that came with the vehicle collapsed while he...
1
~ 19000 miles
HINGE AND ATTACHMENTS > DOOR > BODY
2005 chevrolet malibu. door stop mechanism does not work. doors swing closed with little or no resistance causing leg injuries
1
~ 200 miles
REAR > SUSPENSION
dt: the consumer rented a vehicle from alamo rental in orlando fl at the airport. the consumer stated that without...
1
~ 11230 miles
FILLER PIPE AND CAP > TANK ASSEMBLY > STORAGE
install jumper harness per pip3098a neck fuel tank filler replace tie rod end and/or adjuster sleeve right replace panel seat
1
~ 19500 miles
FLOOR SHIFT > LEVER AND LINKAGE > AUTOMATIC TRANSMISSION
my 2004 chevrolet malibu was parked legally in front of my house. the street was covered with black ice. the...
1
~ 34517 miles
HAZARD FLASHING WARNING LIGHTS > EXTERIOR LIGHTING
tl*the contact owns a 2004 chevrolet malibu. the turn signals and hazard lights work randomly especially in changing weather conditions....
1
~ 98000 miles
UNDERBODY SHIELDS > FRAME AND MEMBERS > STRUCTURE
power steering assist failed while driving 35 mph. the dealer was notified. *ak ea04018_cat the steering wheel started to pull...
1
~ 18563 miles
STEERING WHEEL/HANDLE BAR > STEERING
picked up new fleet vehicle at dealership 10 11 04 and drove home approximately 35 miles. began appraisal route 10...
1
~ 37 miles
ANCHORAGE > FRONT > SEAT BELTS
recall not completely fixed by dealer! the abs controller was reprogrammed but the installation of a retainer in the front
1
SWITCH > TAIL LIGHTS > EXTERIOR LIGHTING
consumer complained about an electrical problem. consumer took vehicle to dealership and had the work done on july 1 2004....
1
~ 3057 miles
FUEL INJECTION SYSTEM > FUEL SYSTEM, GASOLINE
while traveling at any speed vehicle stalled. without consumer had several close calls of being rear ended. vehicle was serviced
1
AUTOMATIC (ASC) > ELECTRONIC STABILITY CONTROL
while driving at highway speeds steering wheel pulled to the left. consumer had the problem fixed once before but the
1
~ 5000 miles
REAR WINDOW > DEFROSTER/DEFOGGER/HVAC SYSTEM > VISIBILITY
2004 malibu customer has had problems with loss of electric power steering and wants out of the lease without penalty**cc...
1
HEAD RESTRAINT > FRONT ASSEMBLY > SEATS
2005 malibu without side airbags customer was in an accident and believes that her injuries were due to the head...
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How to improve the appearance of your Chevrolet Malibu and to make it look younger?


Time goes on, and the automobile industry does not stand still. The cars that were trendy just a few years ago no longer make people look at you with such enthusiasm. However, you won't love your car any less because it's getting old. But if you want your Chevrolet Malibu to stand out from the crowd and still catch the eye, transform its appearance. Put on nice rims - it'll make it more noticeable right away. Install coilovers - lowered cars always look cooler. Add fender flares to the kit and you get a sportier look. Put decals on it and people passing by won't be able to take their eyes off of you.

However, you can not only change the appearance of your car beyond recognition, but also to rejuvenate it. If you want, you can make your car a couple of generations younger. To do this you should buy a body kit - a set of body elements that repeat the outlines of cars of later versions. It won't make the car go faster, but it will be extremely difficult to notice the differences externally.

Body kits

  • GOOACC 240PCS Bumper Retainer Clips Car Plastic Rivets Fasteners Push Retainer Kit Most Popular Sizes Auto Push Pin Rivets Set -Door Trim Panel Fender Clips for GM Ford Toyota Honda Chrysler

    GOOACC 240PCS Bumper Retainer Clips Car ...

    • UNIVERSAL FIT KIT - Great Assortment Push Retainer Kit with 12 popular size, fitting for door trim, radiator shield yoke, fender, bumper and splash shield retainers replacement for Ford, GM, Chrysler, Toyota, Honda and more.
  • iJDMTOY 30W High Power 10-LED LEDayFlex Style Flexible Free Style LED Daytime Running Light Kit, Xenon White Color

    iJDMTOY 30W High Power 10-LED LEDayFlex ...

    • All new Free-style flexible design
    • 10 pieces super bright 3W each eagle eye LED lights (30W total)
    • Each LED light is measured at 0.94" in diameter and 1.00" in length
    • Free style mounting to bumper...
  • Xotic Tech Front Bumper Lip Chin Spoiler Splitter Diffuser Protector Body Kit with Adjustable 10'-13' Support Splitter Rod Compatible with Honda Accord Civic, Volkswagen MK5 MK6 MK7, Black w/Red

    Xotic Tech Front Bumper Lip Chin Spoiler...

    • 【Material】Made of updated durable and sturdy ABS, no deformation in long-term use, physically strong firm and durable, anti-collision and scratch-resistant
    • 【Special Design】DIY installation, different cool style reveal no matter you install the White spoiler or...
  • Bumper Trunk Quick Release Front Rear Bumper Fastener Kit(blue) …

    Bumper Trunk Quick Release Front Rear Bu...

    • Need to attach and detach your bumper quickly? Quick release fasteners are great for front bumpers, rear bumpers, and hatch lids that need to be frequently removed. They are perfect for people who go to...
  • Xotic Tech Universal Front Bumper Lip Chin Spoiler Splitter Diffuser Guard Wing Protector Trim Car Body Kit with Adjustable 8'-11' Support Splitter Rod-Black

    Xotic Tech Universal Front Bumper Lip Ch...

    • [Model] - Universal fitment for most vehicle front bumper lip.(Please measure and check the position you are going to install the spoiler, and make sure these splitters will fit your vehicle before purchase.)
    • [Material] -...
  • 2 PCS Car Rear Bumper Guard Diffuser Splitter Front Bumper Lip Body Kit Vehicle Blade Rear Shovel, Side Fender Skirt Lip Splitter Guard Protector Universal Size for Most Cars (Carbon Fiber Black)

    2 PCS Car Rear Bumper Guard Diffuser Spl...

    • ✔ Material: Made of premium quality PP material with carbon fiber pattern coating, the product is enough to prevent cracking with gloss powder-coated finish with an easy bolt-on underneath installation, superior craftsmanship and durability.
    • ✔...

Fender flares

  • EZ Flares – The Original Universal Flexible Foam Rubber 1-Inch Fender Flares

    EZ Flares – The Original Universal Fle...

    • ENHANCE & PROTECT YOUR RIDE – The universal fender EZ Flares are a fast, easy, and low-cost way to give your car an aggressive, off-road look! Universal compatibility allows it to be installed on virtually...
  • EZ Flares XL – The Original Universal Flexible Foam Rubber 2-Inch Fender Flares

    EZ Flares XL – The Original Universal ...

    • MAXIMUM PROTECTION & TIRE COVERAGE – The universal EZ Flares XL are fast, easy way to give your truck an aggressive, off-road look and stay legal! Universal compatibility allows it to be installed on virtually...
  • GOOACC Blind Rivet,Fender Flare & Rocker Moulding Clip,Bumper Shield Retainer Clip Assortment 6506007AA 68039280-AA 6030441 for Jeep Wrangler Chrysler Ford GMC [60 Pcs] + Bonus Fastener Remover

    GOOACC Blind Rivet,Fender Flare & Rocker...

    • 20 Pieces of Nylon Blind Rivets: Replaces GM: 10184895, 20452072 Ford: N803862-S, Chrysler: 6501559, 6506007-AA
    • 20 Pieces of Fender Flare & Rocker Moulding Clip:Replaces Chrysler: 68039280-AA Jeep Wrangler JK & Wrangler Unlimited JK 2007 -
  • Mean Mug Auto 23181-6133A 50x Fender Flare Moulding Clips - Compatible with: Chrysler, Jeep - Wrangler, Liberty - Replaces OEM #: 55157055-AA, 55157065-AA, 68039280-AA

    Mean Mug Auto 23181-6133A 50x Fender Fla...

    • Precision-engineered to push firmly into a 10 mm hole and lock into place.
    • Ready to fit snuggly into your vehicle with the 14 mm stem length and the 38 mm head diameter.
    • Compatible with Chrysler:...
  • 50PCS Fender Flare Clips, Push Door Trim Fastener, Fender Flare Retainer Clips Compatible with 4Runner, FJ Cruiser, Highlander, RAV4, Tacoma - Replace OEM: 75495-35010 75397-35010

    50PCS Fender Flare Clips, Push Door Trim...

    • [High quality material]: Fender Flare Clips are made of high quality Nylon material, which is wear-resistant and corrosion resistant. It is equipped with black foam for better sealing, smaller swing, and is not easy to...
  • Fender Flare Rocker Moulding Clip Bumper Shield Retainer Clip Compatible with Chrysler Ford GMC Jeep Wrangler 6030441. 6506007AA. 6030441. 60PCS+Fastener Remover+4 Different Size car Panel removers

    Fender Flare Rocker Moulding Clip Bumper...

    • 20PCS Fender Flare Plastic Compatible with Chrysler: 6501559, 6506007-AA; Compatible with GM: 10184895, 20452072; Compatible with Ford: N803862-S
    • 20PCS Rocker Moulding Clip Compatible with Chrysler: 68039280-AA; Compatible with Jeep Wrangler JK & Wrangler 2007 -2019

Rims

  • All-Fit Rim Trim Wheel Protection Strips for Curb Rash Prevention – Universal Fit (Black)

    All-Fit Rim Trim Wheel Protection Strips...

    • Car Wheel Rim Protection Strips Available In 7 Standout Colors ?
    • 25 Feet of OEM Grade Wheel Rim Material That Won't Rip Or Tear
    • Package Includes Enough Rim Trim Wheel Protection For Four 24 inch...
  • Tallew 4 Pcs Push Through Wheel Center Caps 4.25 Inch Stainless Steel Push Through Center Caps Car Trailer Wheel Center Caps for Truck Auto Wheels and Rims, Silver

    Tallew 4 Pcs Push Through Wheel Center C...

    • Quality Material Selection: made of quality stainless steel, the wheel center cap is sturdy and solid, reliable and long lasting, strong enough against breakage, deformation and abrasion, serving you for long
    • Notable Size Details: the...
  • VARGTR 4 Pcs Tire Valve Stem Caps,Luminous Skull Tire Air Valves Stem Caps,Night Glow Luminous Wheels Cap Tire Valve Stem,Tire Valve Caps Wheel Rim Dust Cover for Car Truck Motorcycles SUVs (Red)

    VARGTR 4 Pcs Tire Valve Stem Caps,Lumino...

    • [Material] The valve dust cap is made of high-quality and durable ABS plastic, which is dustproof and waterproof and can be used for a long time.
    • [Fluorescent Design] The wheel tire valve absorbs light when...
  • 8 Pcs Wheel Rim Decal Stripes Car Decals Reflective Car Stickers Automotive Decals Hash Stripe Stickers for 18-21 Inch Wheels Tire Rim Safety Decoration Accessories (Red)

    8 Pcs Wheel Rim Decal Stripes Car Decals...

    • Quality Materials: these rim decals are made of reflective PVC material, which is waterproof and windproof, can resist rain erosion and sunlight, not easy to fade, good adhesion, not easy to fall, and can be...
  • Ouzorp Car Wheel Scratch Fix Rim Touch Up Paint Rim Scratch Repair Pen Quick And Easy Wheel(BLACK)

    Ouzorp Car Wheel Scratch Fix Rim Touch U...

    • If you are parking sideways, your wheels are easily scratched, the kits help you repair scratches and slight dents.
    • It has never been easier to repair your wheels quickly! No need to take your wheels...
  • Ouzorp Car Wheel Scratch Fix Rim Touch Up Paint Rim Scratch Repair Pen Quick And Easy Wheel(silver)

    Ouzorp Car Wheel Scratch Fix Rim Touch U...

    • If you are parking sideways, your wheels are easily scratched, the kits help you repair scratches and slight dents.
    • It has never been easier to repair your wheels quickly! No need to take your wheels...

Coilovers

  • iJDMTOY Universal Fit Gun Metal Grey Finish JDM Quick Release Fastener Kit Compatible With Car Bumper Trunk Fender Hatch Lid

    iJDMTOY Universal Fit Gun Metal Grey Fin...

    • Universal fit for most cars (sedan/coupe/convertible)
    • Come with (4) gunmetal grey color powder-coated anodized finish aluminum fasteners, (4) sets of stainless bolts/nuts/washers, (2) high strength fastener O-ring rubber bands
    • Made with T6 6061 high quality...
  • Xotic Tech 2pc Adjustable 6'-9' Front Bumper Lip Splitter Diffuser Strut Rod Tie Bars Compatible with Most Vehicles [Silver]

    Xotic Tech 2pc Adjustable 6"-9" Front Bu...

    • ?2 pieces of front bumper lip splitter rod strut tie bars, universal for cars use.
    • ?Package includes fully articulated top and bottom joins which allow them to be installed at any angle.
    • ?Made with premium...
  • Xotic Tech Front Bumper Lip Chin Spoiler Splitter Diffuser Protector Body Kit with Adjustable 10'-13' Support Splitter Rod Compatible with Honda Accord Civic, Volkswagen MK5 MK6 MK7, Black w/White

    Xotic Tech Front Bumper Lip Chin Spoiler...

    • 【Material】Made of updated durable and sturdy ABS, no deformation in long-term use, physically strong firm and durable, anti-collision and scratch-resistant
    • 【Special Design】DIY installation, different cool style reveal no matter you install the White spoiler or...
  • Yaruicar Custom Car Floor Mats Automotive Floor mat (Mats Color 19)

    Yaruicar Custom Car Floor Mats Automotiv...

    • Car Floor Mats fit for Honda, Toyota, Ford, Cadillac, Mercedes-Benz, BMW, Audi, Chevrolet, Volkswagen, Buick, Porsche, Acura, etc. Model,Click the customize button start your order
    • All the colors are in stock. The processing will be...
  • Brake Light Flasher Strobe Brake Light Strobe Tail Light Strobe Brake Flasher LED Flash Module Flash Strobe Controller for Motorcycles Cars Trucks Brake Light Tail Stop Light 12-30 V (4 Pieces)

    Brake Light Flasher Strobe Brake Light S...

    • What you can receive: there are 4 pieces of flash strobe controllers and 4 pieces of double sided adhesive tapes in the package, which can alert the vehicles behind you to stop to avoid rear-end...
  • J2 Engineering Black LN-T7-011-15-BK

    J2 Engineering Black LN-T7-011-15-BK

    • Heavy Duty T6-7075 Forged Aluminum Construction, Anodized Finish
    • 25mm Outside Diameter / 50mm Height
    • Open End Design, Spline Drive Style Locks
    • Comes as a Set of 20 Lock Nuts / 1 Lock Key
    • Fits Conical...

Decals

  • Ouzorp Claw Marks Headlight Decal, Car Sticker-Universal for Most Vehicle (Black)

    Ouzorp Claw Marks Headlight Decal, Car S...

    • AGGRESSIVE LOOK:Tired of that boring OEM look? "Claw Marks" makes your car look wild. Your car is like a beast! Look no further this is your most suitable choice... Color: Black, Red, Yellow,Blue,Green,Orange,White. Size: 15.75in...
  • 24 x 6.6 Inches Giant Car Bumper Sticker Large Funny Bandage Vinyl Decal for Car Truck Vehicle Window Funny Decals Automotive Decals

    24 x 6.6 Inches Giant Car Bumper Sticker...

    • What Will You Get: this package contains 2 pieces 24 x 6.6 inches of large size car stickers for easy replacement and sharing, this will be the ideal present option, and if you have a...
  • Arrow Reflective Stickers for Car, 24PCS Safety Warning Stripe Adhesive Decals, Night Visibility Diamond Grade Reflective Decoration for Bumper, Universal for Car, Truck, Motorcycle, Bicycle

    Arrow Reflective Stickers for Car, 24PCS...

    • 【Safety Warning Stickers】: This car sticker is designed with a diamond-grade, high-brightness reflective prism structure, which can have a good reflective effect even in low light. It is not only a cool decorative item, but...
  • 8 Pcs Wheel Rim Decal Stripes Car Decals Reflective Car Stickers Automotive Decals Hash Stripe Stickers for 18-21 Inch Wheels Tire Rim Safety Decoration Accessories (Red)

    8 Pcs Wheel Rim Decal Stripes Car Decals...

    • Quality Materials: these rim decals are made of reflective PVC material, which is waterproof and windproof, can resist rain erosion and sunlight, not easy to fade, good adhesion, not easy to fall, and can be...
  • 7 inch Snow Mountain Tree Stickers for Car, Mountains Graphic Logo Decals, Premium Badge Decals for Car Trunk Tailgate Emblem, Auto Decoration Accessories Universal for Truck, SUV, Laptop, Wall

    7 inch Snow Mountain Tree Stickers for C...

    • 【Works for A Long Time】: This forest snow mountain sticker is made of high quality PVC material, not only waterproof and anti-fading, but also not easy to fade very durable. We use a high level...
  • Frienda 6 Pieces Small Flame Decals Stickers Car Fire Breather Decals Waterproof Transfer Stickers for Motorcycle Helmet, 6 x 7 Inch

    Frienda 6 Pieces Small Flame Decals Stic...

    • Adorn your cars: these transfer decals are the fastest and easiest way to customize your car, can add more shine and personality to your vehicles and win more compliments from others
    • Easy to use: the...


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