Used 2004 Chevrolet Malibu 4dr Sedan (2.2L 4cyl 4A) Consumer Reviews
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Poorly made
mcrogers07, Livingston, AL, 06/13/2016
Chevrolet Malibu 4dr Sedan (2.2L 4cyl 4A)
12 of 13 people found this review helpful
If you'll look at carcomplaints.com, you'll notice 195 people reported steering problems. I had an issue with my steering column, which rendered the car as though it was hydroplaning. I paid to get that repaired (because Chevy still refused to do a recall even with all of the complaints). My engine coolant sensor has crapped out, so that indicator comes on every time the car is started. I was told that was also a common problem and would require a decent amount of labor to replace a relatively inexpensive part. There's also a loud vibration noise coming from the front dash when driven. It also dies randomly, but thankfully, as the car has already stopped. The trunk button stopped working so it has to be opened manually. The turn signal lights go out frequently. The display doesn't function if it's too cold.
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ssful, 07/30/2005
Chevrolet Malibu 4dr Sedan (2.2L 4cyl 4A)
3 of 3 people found this review helpful
I've been most pleased with my 2004 Malibu. It suits my needs, safely getting me to the grocery store, and not breaking the bank on providing transportation. I feel this is an excellent choice for a student driver, or small family, or elderly person who is not looking for all the bells and whistles, but reliable transportation with the safety of a midsize. I extensively shopped, and only the Malibu and Galant were priced within my range .I purchased a demo with low mileage fully equipped, with two years of remaining warranty and paid under $10k. My only complaint is the seat adjustment handle is of such inferior plastic, I fear that it will break off every time I have to readjust.
What a LEMON!
Suggabuzz, Ashburn, VA, 08/03/2015
Chevrolet Malibu 4dr Sedan (2.2L 4cyl 4A)
8 of 12 people found this review helpful
This car has so many problems that I couldn't list them all if I tried. The dash is lit up like a Christmas tree! There are problems with the traction control/ ABS and Power steering. The headlights, trunk pop button, and gas gauge all do not work. Things just fall off and brake constantly. It leaks coolant, as well as transmission fluid. I bought this car with 'no problems' about 4 years ago, and it has been a constant battle to keep it out of the shop. There are so many re-calls i think even Chevy wants me to throw it off a cliff.
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Sandy A., 12/20/2004
Chevrolet Malibu 4dr Sedan (2.2L 4cyl 4A)
2 of 2 people found this review helpful
This vehicle is not only fun to drive but very fuel efficient. The things I don't like about it are: cheap seat coverings, base model doesn't have keyless entry, and windows could be tinted more. However, for the money, you can't beat this vehicle!
A car that is more than adequate
Malibu Raptor, 06/20/2004
Chevrolet Malibu 4dr Sedan (2.2L 4cyl 4A)
2 of 2 people found this review helpful
I have now put over 1300 miles on this car and for the most part am satified with it. I previously own a 99 and a 02 Malibu and felt they were excellent cars. I was disappointed that the base model of the new line of Malibu's only has a 2.2l 4 cylinder engine, although it has more than enough power to get the job done and gets excellent mileage. A recent 360 mile road trip got 37.8 mpg according to the onboard trip computer. It is very unfortunate that they have dropped the ABS and child door locks from the standard equipment list for the base model.
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