Chevrolet
2012 Malibu
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- $6,900
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- $22,085
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Trims & pricing
Shop listings| Trim | MSRP | Live | Trades at | Premium | Instrument |
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| LS Fleet LS Fleet 4dr Sedan (2.4L 4cyl 6A) | $22,085 | 2 | $4,450 | −$17,635 | 1G1ZB5EUC |
| LS LS 4dr Sedan (2.4L 4cyl 6A) | $22,110 | — | — | — | — |
| LT LT 4dr Sedan w/1LT (2.4L 4cyl 6A) | $23,470 | 1 | $7,288 | −$16,182 | 1G1ZD5EUC |
| LTZ LTZ 4dr Sedan w/1LZ (2.4L 4cyl 6A) | $28,600 | — | — | — | — |
| 2.0 (160 Hp) 2.0 (160 Hp) | — | — | — | — | — |
| 2.4 (167 Hp) Automatic 2.4 (167 Hp) Automatic | — | — | — | — | — |
| 2.4 (200 Hp) Eco Hybrid Automatic 2.4 (200 Hp) Eco Hybrid Automatic | — | — | — | — | — |
| 2.0 (160 Hp) Automatic 2.0 (160 Hp) Automatic | — | — | — | — | — |
| 2.4i (169 Hp) Ecotec Automatic 6-speed 2.4i (169 Hp) Ecotec Automatic 6-speed | — | — | — | — | — |
| 3.6i V6 24V (252 Hp) Automatic 3.6i V6 24V (252 Hp) Automatic | — | — | — | — | — |
| 2.4 (182 Hp) Ecotec Automatic 2.4 (182 Hp) Ecotec Automatic | — | — | — | — | — |
| 2.4 (167 Hp) 2.4 (167 Hp) | — | — | — | — | — |
Safety & recalls
Full recall reportGeneral Motors LLC (GM) is recalling certain model year 2011-2012 Chevrolet Malibu vehicles manufactured April 8, 2010, to October 11, 2012. In the affected vehicles, the flexible steel cables that connect the seat belts to the vehicle at the outside of the driver seat and the front passenger seat may be bent from being sat on while entering the vehicle. This repeated bending may result in the cable breaking.
Potential consequence
If the cable breaks, the seat occupant may not be properly restrained in the event of a crash, increasing their risk of injury.
Remedy
GM will notify owners, and dealers will replace the outboard lap anchor mounting bracket and inspect the flexible steel cable, replacing it as necessary, free of charge. The recall began on November 16, 2015. Owners may contact Chevrolet customer service at 1-800-222-1020. GM's number for this recall is 15031.
15V269000 · 437,045 units in campaign · NHTSA
Applies only if the manufacturer confirms your VIN · repair by an authorized dealer
On certain vehicles, the flexible steel cable that connects the seat belt to the vehicle structure at the front outboard seating positions can fatigue over time and could separate, increasing the risk of injury in a crash. Correction: Dealers will replace the outboard lap anchor mounting bracket to relocate the tensioner 30mm rearward and inspect and repair or replace the lap pretensioner, as necessary.
2015187 · 18,486 units in campaign · Transport Canada
Applies only if the manufacturer confirms your VIN · repair by an authorized dealer
Dorman Products, Inc. (Dorman) is recalling certain replacement intermediate steering shafts sold under the Dorman, OE Solutions, and Solutions brand names, part numbers 425-167, 2425167, and 7-3074, for installation on 2004-2012 Chevrolet Malibu, 2005-2010 Pontiac G6, and 2007-2009 Saturn Aura vehicles. The affected steering shafts may have a yoke that inadequately supports the u-joint bearing resulting in a premature failure.
Potential consequence
A joint bearing that fails prematurely may cause separation of the u-joint resulting in a complete loss of steering control, increasing the risk of a crash.
Remedy
Dorman will notify owners, and dealers will refund the purchase price or replace the steering shafts, free of charge. The recall began in September 2014. Owners may contact Dorman customer service at 1-800-523-2492.
14E044000 · 7,304 units in campaign · NHTSA
Applies only if the manufacturer confirms your VIN · repair by an authorized dealer
On certain vehicles, intermittent electrical connection faults may cause the brake lamps to illuminate without the brake pedal being depressed, or not illuminate when the brake pedal is depressed. This could also interfere with cruise control, ABS and/or vehicle stability control function. Failure of the brake lights to illuminate when the brake pedal is depressed or erratic brake lamp function could increase the risk of a crash causing property damage and/or personal injury. Correction: Dealers will affect repairs.
2014173 · 194,314 units in campaign · Transport Canada
Applies only if the manufacturer confirms your VIN · repair by an authorized dealer
General Motors LLC (GM) is recalling certain model year 2004-2012 Chevrolet Malibu vehicles manufactured May 16, 2003, through October 11, 2012, 2004-2007 Malibu Maxx vehicles manufactured June 25, 2003, through April 5, 2007, 2005-2010 Pontiac G6 vehicles manufactured May 26, 2004, through January 4, 2010, and 2007-2010 Saturn Aura vehicles manufactured April 24, 2006, through May 26, 2009. In the affected vehicles, increased resistance in the Body Control Module (BCM) connection may result in voltage fluctuations in the Brake Apply Sensor (BAS) circuit. These fluctuations can cause one or more of these conditions: the brake lights to illuminate without the brake pedal being pushed; the brake lights to not illuminate when the pedal is pushed; difficulty disengaging the cruise control; moving the gear shifter out of the 'PARK' position without pushing the brake; and disablement of crash avoidance features such as traction control, electronic stability control, and panic braking assist features.
Potential consequence
Any of the above failure conditions increases the risk of a crash.
Remedy
GM will notify owners, and dealers will attach the wiring harness to the BCM with a spacer, apply dielectric lubricant to both the BCM and harness connector and the BAS and harness connector, and will relearn the brake pedal home position, free of charge. The manufacturer distributed an Interim letter to customers on July 14, 2014. The recall began on August 18, 2014. Owners may contact General Motors customer service at 1-800-222-1020 (Chevrolet), 1-800-762-2737 (Pontiac), 1-800-553-6000 (Saturn). GM's number for this recall is 13036.
14V252000 · 2,440,524 units in campaign · NHTSA
Applies only if the manufacturer confirms your VIN · repair by an authorized dealer
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