CarRecallWatchThe 2007 Chevrolet Malibu has 3 safety recalls on file with NHTSA.
Owners have filed 977 complaints with NHTSA, including 37 crashes, 2 fires, 34 injuries.
The most-reported problem area is Steering (673 reports).
2007 Chevrolet Malibu recalls
Power Steering May Suddenly Cut Out at Low Speeds
Certain 2006-2007 Chevrolet Malibu, Malibu Maxx, and Pontiac G6 vehicles built from April to June 2006 may suddenly lose electric power steering assist while driving.
Most common 2007 Chevrolet Malibu problems
Problem areas named in the 977 complaints owners filed with NHTSA.
| Problem area | Reports |
|---|---|
| Steering | 673 |
| Electrical System | 113 |
| Air Bags | 75 |
| Power Train | 52 |
| Fuel System, Gasoline | 47 |
| Fuel/Propulsion System | 36 |
| Service Brakes | 36 |
| Vehicle Speed Control | 31 |
| Exterior Lighting | 30 |
| Engine | 28 |
What owners report
No power steering for 25min drive home. Next day it worked. Dealership said it had an expired recall for power steering fix. No work was done by dealership.
The power steering on my vehicle is not working. I believe it may be a malfunction with the torque sensor. It is available for inspection upon request. This was a safety risk because the steering wheel was shaking as I was driving. Thankfully, it never locked up on me while on the road, however if it had, it could've caused a life-threatening accident as I am constantly driving on large 4 lane highways. I know that there is a safety recall open for 2007 chevrolet malibu's regarding the torque sensor and power steering, however my vehicle does not seem to fall under this safety recall for some reason? I attempted to have it serviced by my local dealer, but they do not want to service it under
The contact owns a 2007 Chevrolet Malibu. The contact stated that while reversing, the message "Power Steering Fault" was displayed, and the vehicle lost power steering functionality. The vehicle became difficult to steer, requiring extra effort in maneuvering the vehicle. The contact stated that while driving 60 MPH, the steering wheel was vibrating abnormally with the message âPower Steering Faultâ displayed. While driving at an undisclosed speed on another occasion, the steering wheel continuously vibrated. The message "Power Steering Fault" was displayed. The vehicle was not taken to the dealer or an independent mechanic to be diagnosed or repaired. The contact related the failure to
After several years of instability, the power steering on my 2007 Chevy Malibu has started to lock up while driving. Turning of the vehicle is then difficult. The issue resolves only by turning the engine off and then on again, but does not remain resolved.The readout on the dash informs me that there is an issue with the power steering. I spoke with Chevrolet customer service and was told that they would not assist me financially in fixing the problem. They explained that there is no recall on vehicles with my VIN, although I see that there have been in the past. The number of issues reported on this website indicates that this issue is ongoing and widespread, and no one appears to be gett
The power steering fails. Chevrolet (manufacturer) and Pine Belt Chevrolet (NJ) both claim that our vehicle was in for the recall and did not have an issue. The power steering has failed since we bought the car new in 2006. The problem was intermittent for years, but recently the power steering fails 5 or more times during a 10 mile trip. We shut the car off and restart it and the power steering comes back on. We contacted Chevrolet. They told us our car was repaired/checked for the recall and they are not responsible. We feel that since there was a recall for this that they should fix the problem. They told us that the parts are not under warranty but since it was a recall we think i
2007 Chevrolet Malibu questions
Does the 2007 Chevrolet Malibu have any recalls?
Yes. NHTSA lists 3 safety recalls for the 2007 Chevrolet Malibu: Power Steering May Suddenly Cut Out at Low Speeds; Electrical System:Wiring; Electronic Stability Control (Esc); Exterior Lighting:Brake Lights; Exterior Lighting:Brake Lights:Switch; Vehicle Speed Control:Cruise Control; Power Train:Automatic Transmission; Power Train:Automatic Transmission:Lever And Linkage:Floor Shift. Recall repairs are normally free at an authorized dealer.
What are the most common problems with the 2007 Chevrolet Malibu?
Based on 977 owner complaints filed with NHTSA, the most-reported problem areas are Steering (673), Electrical System (113), Air Bags (75).
How do I check if a recall on my 2007 Chevrolet Malibu has been fixed?
Enter your 17-character VIN in our VIN recall check. It shows open recalls that have not been repaired on your specific vehicle. Recall repairs are normally free at an authorized dealer.