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2002 Chevy Malibu
dlynnh, 06/19/2014
2002 Chevrolet Malibu LS 4dr Sedan (3.1L 6cyl 4A)
4 of 5 people found this review helpful
If anyone has issues with it not starting refer to GM service tech bulletin no 01-08-49-020 concerning the ignition lock cylinder/switch replacement revision dated December 2001. I am so sick of this problem, have contacted GM since they seem to have issues with ignitions, they need to look at this model. According to the local dealer, no recalls never took place. Fear that if it does start and I go somewhere will shut off while on road.
A Car Don't
rsg71, 05/25/2011
2002 Chevrolet Malibu 4dr Sedan (3.1L 6cyl 4A)
5 of 7 people found this review helpful
I bought this car in 2005, and it has been in the shop nearly every year. Last year, it was in the shop 3 times, and it it would be on it's way again if I wasn't getting rid of it! The fuel pump, lower intake gasket, anti-theft sensor that won't turn off (the key IS in the ignition), and then some routine maintenance things. I don't mind paying routine up keep of a car, but the parts and labor is outrageous for the most basic things! The thing that appalls me the most- Chevy KNOWS about these problems but has done nothing to make it right by their customers. Will not own GM again.
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Engine Trouble At Sixty Thousand Miles
Switched to Honda, 12/12/2006
2002 Chevrolet Malibu LS 4dr Sedan (3.1L 6cyl 4A)
5 of 7 people found this review helpful
For three years the Malibu was a wonderful car to own. I liked the engine power and the extremely comfortable driver seat. However, the car started developing severe coolant- related engine problems at 60,000 miles. I did some research and discovered that this is a common occurance with Malibus. Last week I traded it off and bought a brand new Honda. If you buy a Malibu, you will eventually have coolant-related engine problems. I faithfully maintained mine and it still happened. The Malibu has a serious design flaw in its cooling system. Buy at your own risk.
No problems
juan_d, 06/15/2013
2002 Chevrolet Malibu 4dr Sedan (3.1L 6cyl 4A)
6 of 9 people found this review helpful
bought at 87,000 miles I haven't had any mechanical issues after a year. I drive it almost every day for 100+ miles as a delivery driver. I think the only people that review this car are the ones that are pissed that it isn't working how a car should.
fun car
toulouse darling, 05/15/2018
2002 Chevrolet Malibu LS 4dr Sedan (3.1L 6cyl 4A)
2 of 2 people found this review helpful
maintanence and repairs are reasonable .....parts are very inexpensive
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