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1G1ZE5ST1GF••••••2016 Chevrolet MALIBU
This build draws 4.3× more complaints than the average 2016 Chevrolet MALIBU build (37 vs 9).
37on this build
812on the model
95builds in total
Most reportedEngine 18Electrical System 13Vehicle Speed Control 7Power Train 6
What owners of this build wrote
EngineOct 2024
The contact owns a 2016 Chevrolet Malibu. The contact stated that while driving at an undisclosed speed, the "Reduced Power Engine" message displayed and the vehicle inadvertently decelerated. The brake pedal was firm while depressed and the vehicle failed to stop immediately.…
Electrical SystemApr 2024
I'm adding to a complaint where I have found recall problems in the past on the model and the problem is still there the car shows the car is in park but it shows action is required shift the car to park and it's already in park I have a video I can't upload it.i purchased the…
Power TrainDec 2023
Accelerator Pedal Position Sensor- It is available upon request. * Due to the malfunction of the accelerator Pedal Position Sensor, the check engine light comes on and it flashes "engine reduced power" which slows the car down to a very low rate of speed not allowing the driver…
SteeringJan 2022
Issue 1: The rear backup camera is not viewable as the Infotainment Touch Screen will not power on. The soft-reset procedure did not work. I am unsure I can avoid hitting an individual while backing up. Issue 2: The steering wheel is very hard to turn. I am unsure if I could…
Vehicle Speed ControlDec 2021
Engine power reduced light came on as I was driving 55 mph on the freeway and my vehicle immediately slowed down to under 20 mph putting me and my wife lives in danger by almost having several vehicles crash into us. This has not just happened to me but different people I’ve…
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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 1G1ZE5ST1GF353845 · decoded Sep 2026. — ForCar Reviewed by Denis Kataev, founder of ForCar.