2011 Chevrolet Malibu problems by component
976 owner complaints filed with NHTSA for the 2011 Chevrolet Malibu, grouped by the component owners reported. Each component links to a detailed breakdown with mileage, severity and owner reports.
| Component | Complaints | Share | Median mileage |
|---|---|---|---|
| Electrical System → | 234 | 24% | 81,000 mi |
| Steering → | 212 | 22% | 90,000 mi |
| Electronic Stability Control (esc) → | 174 | 18% | 85,656 mi |
| Engine → | 160 | 16% | 75,000 mi |
| Exterior Lighting → | 130 | 13% | 104,715 mi |
| Power Train → | 112 | 11% | 78,720 mi |
| Air Bags → | 93 | 10% | 62,408 mi |
| Vehicle Speed Control → | 87 | 9% | 72,760 mi |
| Seat Belts → | 53 | 5% | 80,000 mi |
| Seats → | 38 | 4% | 92,000 mi |
| Service Brakes → | 38 | 4% | 77,500 mi |
| Fuel/propulsion System → | 32 | 3% | 82,576 mi |
| Structure → | 19 | 2% | 59,000 mi |
| Traction Control System → | 15 | 2% | 81,164 mi |
| Engine and Engine Cooling → | 12 | 1% | — |
| Suspension → | 11 | 1% | — |
| Wheels → | 11 | 1% | — |
| Visibility/wiper | 8 | 1% | — |
| Service Brakes, Hydraulic | 6 | 1% | — |
| Tires | 6 | 1% | — |
| Visibility | 6 | 1% | — |
| Fuel System, Gasoline | 5 | 1% | — |
| Forward Collision Avoidance | 2 | 0% | — |
| Latches/locks/linkages | 2 | 0% | — |
| Equipment | 1 | 0% | — |
Component groups as classified by NHTSA. A complaint can name more than one component, so shares may sum to more than 100%.