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3.0

definitely annoying
Crashes / Fires:
0 / 0
Injuries / Deaths:
0 / 0
Average Mileage:
46,511 miles

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1998 Chevrolet Malibu engine problems

engine problem

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1998 Chevrolet Malibu Owner Comments (Page 2 of 2)

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problem #4

Jan 092003

Malibu 6-cyl

  • Automatic transmission
  • miles

A D V E R T I S E M E N T S

On my 1998 mailbu (3100 engine) with only 50,000 miles had to replace the head gasket. No assistance from GM or the dealer.

- Harrisbrug, PA, USA

problem #3

Jan 142003

(reported on)

Malibu 6-cyl

  • Automatic transmission
  • 2,241 miles
The vehicle has experienced the following problem: The front end/lower suspension arms need changing, the rack and pinion assembly is leaking constantly and has been changed twice, and the rear crankshaft seal is leaking oil.

- Guaynabo, PR, USA

problem #2

Feb 172000

(reported on)

Malibu

  • miles
Transmision slips, temp/elec. Problems, major vibration when applying brakes-hi & lo speeds

- Lakehills, TX, USA

problem #1

Dec 041997

Malibu

  • Automatic transmission
  • miles
After filling gas tank engine died 7-8 times.

- Ormond Beach, FL, USA

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