2003 Chevrolet Malibu Reliability

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Base Sedan (3.1L V6 4-speed Automatic)

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Reliability Rating for 2003 Chevrolet Malibu by Identifix

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Minimal Problems

Moderate Problems

Significant Problems

	Rating	Comments
Engine		A common problem on this vehicle is failure of the Intake Manifold Gaskets. The cost to repair the Intake Manifold Gaskets is estimated at $100.00 for parts and $344.50 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		Occasional problems on this vehicle are failures of the connections at the Transmission Pass-Thru Connector. The transmission may shift harsh and trouble codes may set. 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		An occasional problem on this vehicle is failure of the Front Wheel Bearing Hubs. The cost to repair the Front Wheel Bearing Hubs is estimated at $280.00 each for parts and $71.50 for labor on one side and $130.00 for labor on both sides. All prices are estimates based on $65.00 per flat rate hour and do not include diagnostic time or any applicable sales tax.
Brake
Heating & Air Conditioning
Starting & Charging		An occasional problem on this vehicle is the failure of the Ignition Lock Cylinder Housing. Failure of the Ignition Lock Cylinder Housing may prevent the engine from starting. The cost to repair the Ignition Lock Cylinder Housing is estimated at $238.83 for parts and $84.50 for labor. This labor includes time for reprogramming the theft system. All prices are estimated based on $65.00 per flat rate hour and do 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

	2001	2002	2003	2004	2005
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.