1999 Chevrolet Malibu Classic Problems, Complaints & Recalls
- Compared with other Malibu Classic years
- Not enough data 10th of 11 for complaints
- Safety recalls
- None on file
- NHTSA crash rating
- Not rated
Owners have filed 4 complaints with NHTSA about the 1999 Chevrolet Malibu Classic. That ranks 10th out of 11 Malibu Classic model years for complaints. The most reported problem area is electrical system (2 complaints, 50%), typically at around 160,000 miles. Complaints mention 1 crash, 1 fire. There are no safety recalls on file for this model year.
- 4owner complaints
- 0safety recalls
- 0NHTSA investigations
- 1complaints mentioning a crash
Complaints are unverified owner reports and are not adjusted for sales volume.
Most common 1999 Chevrolet Malibu Classic problems
Complaints grouped by the part of the car owners reported, with the median mileage when the problem happened.
| Problem area | Complaints | Share | Median miles | Owners mention most | Typical repair cost |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Electrical System | 2 | 50% | 160,000 | — | — |
| Fuel/propulsion System | 1 | 25% | — | — | — |
| Structure | 1 | 25% | 184,000 | — | — |
| Suspension | 1 | 25% | 184,000 | — | — |
One complaint can list several problem areas, so shares can add up to more than 100%.
Complaints by year received
1999 Chevrolet Malibu Classic recalls (0)
No safety recalls are on file for the 1999 Chevrolet Malibu Classic.
To see whether a specific car still has an open recall, enter its VIN on NHTSA's official recall lookup. You can also decode a VIN here.
Recent owner reports
Short excerpts of the latest complaints filed with NHTSA, with personal details removed. Full reports can be searched on NHTSA.gov.
I've replaced two ignition switches previously. On 1/23/16 another switch failed. The engine was running and suddenly quit running and dash lights power, rpm and battery went off. Started the car again, and as i put it in reverse in my driveway, the engine died again causing loss of power and…
Tl* the contact owns a 1999 chevrolet malibu classic. The contact stated that the steering wheel seized. The contact was unable to maneuver the vehicle and crashed into a tree. The vehicle then became engulfed in flames. A police report was filed and there were no injuries reported. The vehicle was…
Tl* the contact owns a 1999 chevrolet malibu classic. While driving approximately 45 mph, the fuel gauge failed to operate. The failure also occurred after the vehicle was refueled. The vehicle was not diagnosed or repaired. The manufacturer was not notified. The failure mileage was unavailable.
There is severe corrosion on the real suspension, that if a pot hole was hit, the rear axle would separate from the car and which would cause a crash, increasing the risk of injury or fatality. *tr
Other Chevrolet Malibu Classic years
← 1998 Malibu Classic · 2000 Malibu Classic →
| Year | Complaints | Recalls |
|---|---|---|
| 2008 Malibu Classic | 21 | 0 |
| 2007 Malibu Classic | 15 | 0 |
| 2005 Malibu Classic | 92 | 1 |
| 2004 Malibu Classic | 116 | 1 |
| 2003 Malibu Classic | 16 | 0 |
| 2002 Malibu Classic | 16 | 0 |
| 2001 Malibu Classic | 13 | 0 |
| 2000 Malibu Classic | 11 | 0 |
| 1999 | 4 | 0 |
| 1998 Malibu Classic | 5 | 0 |
| 1997 Malibu Classic | 3 | 0 |
See all Chevrolet Malibu Classic problems by year, every Chevrolet model, or the Chevrolet VIN decoder.
Similar Chevrolet models
Embed this 1999 Chevrolet Malibu Classic badge on your site
Copy this code into your blog or forum post. It shows live complaint and recall counts and links back here.
Frequently asked questions
What are the most common problems with the 1999 Chevrolet Malibu Classic?
Owners most often report electrical system, fuel/propulsion system, structure problems. The top one, electrical system, accounts for 2 complaints.
Was there a recall on the 1999 Chevrolet Malibu Classic?
No safety recalls are on file for this model year.
Was the 1999 Chevrolet Malibu Classic a good year?
Complaint data can't fully answer that, because counts aren't adjusted for sales. Compared with other Malibu Classic model years, the 1999 has too little data to compare. Always get a pre-purchase inspection and check the VIN for open recalls.