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1G1ZE5ST9GF••••••2016 Chevrolet MALIBU
This build draws 4.1× more complaints than the average 2016 Chevrolet MALIBU build (35 vs 9).
35on this build
812on the model
95builds in total
2involved a crash
2injuries
Most reportedEngine 14Electrical System 12Vehicle Speed Control 8Power Train 7
What owners of this build wrote
Power TraincrashJan 2020
On jan 6 2020. I was driving a 2016 chevy malibu, when the check engine light and engine reduce power light came on. I pulled over and let the car seat for maybe 10 mins. I restarted the vehicle and begin driving again (it was pulling normal). About 3 miles down the road I was…
Vehicle Speed ControlcrashApr 2016
While I was pulling into a parking spot, my 2016 chevrolet malibu suddenly accelerated without any warning. This sudden unintended acceleration caused my vehicle to jump the curb and strike a tree, which caused extensive damage to the passenger side fender, front grill etc
EngineApr 2025
The contact owns a 2016 Chevrolet Malibu. The contact stated that while driving at an undisclosed speed, the accelerator pedal was depressed; however, the vehicle failed to accelerate. In addition, the vehicle occasionally accelerated independently. The contact stated that…
Unknown Or OtherSep 2024
I started smelling a strong smell of gas while operating the vehicle. Took to a dealership who diagnosed a turbocharger clamp and exhaust failure. From what I understand I am not the only one with a clamp/exhaust/seal problem. A friend of mine who owned a GM product had similar…
Service BrakesOct 2022
After driving during the morning with no prior issue with brakes I proceeded to drive along a residential street going 15 miles per hour. When I began to press brakes while approaching a Stop - the brakes began to grind horribly, I let up off the brake and pressed again, same…
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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 1G1ZE5ST9GF215079 · decoded Sep 2026. — ForCar Reviewed by Denis Kataev, founder of ForCar.