2001 Chevrolet Malibu suspension problems
20 owner complaints filed with NHTSA name the suspension on the 2001 Chevrolet Malibu — 3% of all complaints for this model year.
What owners report
“This 2001 chevy malibu had the rack and pinion break free from the engine cradle due to frame corrosion. The car is now undrivable and needs new engine cradle (front frame). This is a safety issue and the frame should not rust on a car in a place that could kill somebody. Bad design. Poor quality…”
filed Apr 9, 2014
“I had my car tow to a auto services center cause it would not start, the tech told me it was the starter but said there was another problem the sub frame very rusted and the engine could fall out anytime. They replace the front sub frame,outer tie rod end, sway bar link kit, the cost was $927.39 …”
filed Sep 29, 2012
Verbatim excerpts from complaints filed with NHTSA. Reports are not independently verified.
Suspension problems in other Malibu years
| Year | Reports | Share |
|---|---|---|
| 2021 Malibu | 3 | 4% |
| 2020 Malibu | 2 | 1% |
| 2018 Malibu | 13 | 2% |
| 2017 Malibu | 10 | 1% |
| 2016 Malibu | 19 | 2% |
| 2015 Malibu | 3 | 1% |
| 2014 Malibu | 8 | 2% |
| 2013 Malibu | 65 | 8% |
| 2012 Malibu | 10 | 1% |
| 2011 Malibu | 11 | 1% |
| 2010 Malibu | 13 | 1% |
| 2009 Malibu | 11 | 1% |
Other reported problem areas on the 2001 Chevrolet Malibu
Counts are unique NHTSA complaints naming this component group. Complaints are unverified owner reports; mileage is computed only from complaints that included a usable odometer reading.