2002 Chevrolet Malibu Reliability

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Base Sedan (3.1L V6 4-speed Automatic)

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Reliability Rating for 2002 Chevrolet Malibu by Identifix

Ratings Key

Minimal Problems

Moderate Problems

Significant Problems

	Rating	Comments
Engine		Occasional problems on this vehicle are failures of the 7X Crankshaft Position (CKP) Sensor and the Powertrain Control Module (PCM). Problems with the PCM can cause the Check Engine Light to illuminate when it should not. The cost to replace the 7X CKP Sensor is estimated at $26.36 for parts and $45.50 for labor. The cost to reprogram the Powertrain Control Module is estimated at $65.00 for labor and no parts are required. All prices are estimated based on $65.00 per flat rate hour and do not include diagnostic time or applicable taxes.
Transmission & Driveline
Steering & Suspension
Brake
Heating & Air Conditioning
Starting & Charging		An occasional problem on this vehicle is the failure of the Ignition Lock Cylinder. The cost to replace the Ignition Lock Cylinder is estimated at $156.63 for parts and $45.50 for labor. All prices are estimated based on $65.00 per flat rate hour and does not include diagnostic time or applicable taxes.
Accessories
Overall		4 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

	2000	2001	2002	2003	2004
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.