2008 Chevrolet Malibu Classic Problems, Complaints & Recalls
- Compared with other Malibu Classic years
- More complaints than other years 3rd of 11 for complaints
- Safety recalls
- None on file
- NHTSA crash rating
- Not rated
Owners have filed 21 complaints with NHTSA about the 2008 Chevrolet Malibu Classic. That ranks 3rd out of 11 Malibu Classic model years for complaints. The most reported problem area is electrical system (11 complaints, 52%), typically at around 57,200 miles. Complaints mention 2 crashes, 1 injury. There are no safety recalls on file for this model year.
- 21owner complaints
- 0safety recalls
- 0NHTSA investigations
- 2complaints mentioning a crash
Complaints are unverified owner reports and are not adjusted for sales volume.
Most common 2008 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 | 11 | 52% | 57,200 | — | — |
| Steering | 6 | 29% | 97,600 | — | — |
| Latches/locks/linkages | 4 | 19% | 49,600 | — | — |
| Electronic Stability Control (esc) | 3 | 14% | 74,000 | — | — |
| Fuel/propulsion System | 2 | 10% | 49,000 | — | — |
| Power Train | 2 | 10% | 101,116 | — | — |
| Air Bags | 1 | 5% | 40,000 | — | — |
| Engine | 1 | 5% | 125,232 | — | — |
| Exterior Lighting | 1 | 5% | 78,500 | — | — |
| Fuel System, Gasoline | 1 | 5% | 43,000 | — | — |
| Service Brakes | 1 | 5% | 74,000 | — | — |
| Structure | 1 | 5% | 2,000 | — | — |
| Suspension | 1 | 5% | 74,000 | — | — |
| Visibility | 1 | 5% | — | — | — |
One complaint can list several problem areas, so shares can add up to more than 100%.
Complaints by year received
2008 Chevrolet Malibu Classic recalls (0)
No safety recalls are on file for the 2008 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.
Tl* the contact owns a 2008 chevrolet malibu classic. The contact received a recall notice for nhtsa campaign number: 14v400000 (electrical system). The vehicle was repaired, but the contact was not satisfied with the remedy. When the key was inserted in the ignition, there was no support to…
A safety hazard exists due to power door locks not locking/unlocking consistently on three out of four doors of the vehicle. The problem could cause occupants, particularly children in the rear seats, to become trapped during an emergency. *tr
I have had to drive my car to the dealership to have them to release my key from the ignition a couple time and never thought anything of it, but in june the beginning the key wouldn't come out. So i called the dealer to find out i had to replace the ignition switch alone with my shift that cost me…
I was t boned by another vehicle going the wrong way on a one way. I then was sent up a curb 35 mph hitting a tree head on dragging the car down the tree then went up a small hill almost ending up in someones porch. I passed out at some point. Not one airbag went off in my vehicle. I contacted gm…
The ignition switch has been difficult to move from off to start position and the gear shift has been difficult to move into gear; this has occurred for a couple of years. I called previously and was told that my vin wasn't part of any recall. I have to believe that gm hasn't recognized that this…
Other Chevrolet Malibu Classic years
| Year | Complaints | Recalls |
|---|---|---|
| 2008 | 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 Malibu Classic | 4 | 0 |
| 1998 Malibu Classic | 5 | 0 |
| 1997 Malibu Classic | 3 | 0 |
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Frequently asked questions
What are the most common problems with the 2008 Chevrolet Malibu Classic?
Owners most often report electrical system, steering, latches/locks/linkages problems. The top one, electrical system, accounts for 11 complaints.
Was there a recall on the 2008 Chevrolet Malibu Classic?
No safety recalls are on file for this model year.
Was the 2008 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 2008 has more complaints than most years. Always get a pre-purchase inspection and check the VIN for open recalls.