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1G11C5SL0FF••••••2015 Chevrolet MALIBU
This build draws 1.7× more complaints than the average 2015 Chevrolet MALIBU build (6 vs 3).
6on this build
252on the model
73builds in total
Most reportedAir Bags 2Visibility 1Electrical System 1Tires 1
What owners of this build wrote
Vehicle Speed ControlNov 2021
On 11-11-21 my check engine light came on and message came up reducing engine power and also my speed was reduced. Stability track light came on. Took to shop they repaired but a week later same exact problems occurred. Took back to shop. So far hasn’t happened again. My husband…
Air BagsFeb 2021
Car had airbag light come on. The veh was diagnosed with air bag - control module: c0196 c0186 c0287 b101d.. Need to start with replacing air bag control module .. Codes are all history codes.. Intermittent issue.. Could have other issues as well
TiresDec 2015
The contact owns a 2015 chevrolet malibu equipped with goodyear tires assurance tires, size: p225/55r17. While driving approximately 30 mph, there was a loud bang sound coming from the front of the vehicle. The driver observed that the front passenger side tire blew out without…
VisibilityJan 2015
The contact owns a 2015 chevrolet malibu. While driving various speeds, the front windshield heater was activated and the entire windshield became foggy. The failure occurred during extremely frigid weather conditions. The vehicle was not diagnosed or repaired. The manufacturer…
Electrical SystemNov 2014
The contact owns a 2015 chevrolet malibu. While at a complete stop, all of the electrical lights, including the headlights, powered off without warning. The contact powered the vehicle off and back on several times and all of the lights re-illuminated. The contact also stated…
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Decoded via NHTSA vPIC. Recalls, complaints and safety from NHTSA; MPG from EPA fueleconomy.gov. Full history reports from our partner. VIN 1G11C5SL0FF272353 · decoded Oct 2026. — ForCar Reviewed by Denis Kataev, founder of ForCar.