2001 Chevrolet Malibu - Reliability

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Base Sedan (3.1L V6 4-speed Automatic)

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Reliability Rating for 2001 Chevrolet Malibu by Identifix

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Minimal Problems

Moderate Problems

Significant Problems

	Rating	Comments
Engine		An occasional problem on this vehicle is the failure of the Powertrain Control Module (PCM) Programming. The need to reprogram the PCM is identified in TSB # 01-06-04-018A. Another occasional problem with this vehicle is the failure of the Exhaust Gas Recirculation (EGR) Valve. Failure of the EGR Valve may cause the Check Engine Light to illuminate. The cost to reprogram the PCM is estimated at $65.00 for labor. The cost to replace the EGR Valve is estimated to be $101.00 and $32.50 for labor. All prices are estimates based on $65.00 per flat rate hour and do not include diagnostic time or any applicable sales tax.
Transmission & Driveline		An occasional problem on this vehicle is the failure of the connections at the Transmission Pass-Thru Connector. Failure of the connections at the Transmission Pass-Thru Connector is identified in TSB # 02-07-30-022B. The cost to repair the Transmission Pass-Thru Connector is estimated at $10.00 for parts and $65.00 for labor. All prices are estimates based on $65.00 per flat rate hour and do not include diagnostic time or any applicable sales tax.
Steering & Suspension
Brake		An occasional problem on this vehicle is the failure of the Wheel Speed Sensor Wiring. The cost to repair the Wheel Speed Sensor Wiring is estimated at $117.00 for parts and $32.50 for labor. All prices are estimates based on $65.00 per flat rate hour and do not include diagnostic time or any applicable sales tax.
Heating & Air Conditioning		An occasional problem on this vehicle is the failure of the Heating Ventilation Air Conditioning (HVAC) Control Head. The cost to repair the HVAC Control Head is estimated at $162.40 for parts and $32.50 for labor. All prices are estimates based on $65.00 per flat rate hour and do not include diagnostic time or any applicable sales tax.
Starting & Charging		An occasional problem on this vehicle is the failure of the Vehicle Theft Deterrent Passlock Sensor in the Ignition Lock Cylinder and Housing Assembly. Failure of the Passlock Sensor may prevent the vehicle from starting. The cost to replace this sensor is estimated at $167.56 for parts and $65.00 for labor. All prices are estimates based on $65 per flat rate hour and do not include diagnostic time or any applicable sales tax.
Accessories		An occasional problem on this vehicle is failure of the Body Control Module (BCM). The cost to repair the Body Control Module (BCM) is estimated at $249.00 for parts and $42.00 for labor. All prices are estimates based on $65.00 per flat rate hour and do not include diagnostic time or applicable taxes.
Overall		3 out of 5

Reliability Ratings displayed above reflect style specific standard features and may vary from aggregated values displayed for the same year in the historical model overviewed bellow.

Reliability History for Chevrolet Malibu by Identifix

	1999	2000	2001	2002	2003
Engine
Transmission & Driveline
Steering & Suspension
Brake
Heating & Air Conditioning
Starting & Charging
Accessories
Overall

Reliability Ratings by Identifix is based from repair shop-reported issues. Though this data may be for years prior to model you are researching, it exposes how reliable this model platform has been historically.

2001 Chevrolet Malibu - Reliability

Reliability Rating for 2001 Chevrolet Malibu by Identifix

Reliability History for Chevrolet Malibu by Identifix

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