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2018 Chevrolet Malibu Suspension Problems

10 owner-reported suspension complaints from NHTSA data

10
Complaints
Jan 2024Oct 2021
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Data sourced from NHTSA public database. For informational purposes only. Always consult a qualified mechanic.

Owner Complaints (10)

criticalSUSPENSION,ENGINE
Filed: Feb 2026

I was driving and the reduced engine power came on. I almost crashed because I couldn't control the steering

NHTSA #: 11716308
criticalSUSPENSION,POWER TRAIN,ENGINE
Filed: May 2023

I have a 2018 Malibu with a very long list of major issues. The Engine loses power constantly along with a “Engine Reduced Power” warning and check engine light. I get a constant “shift to park” message even after placed in park.

NHTSA #: 11524101
mediumSUSPENSION
Filed: Oct 2025

I keep hearing a clunking noise in the rear of my car and it gets louder at low speeds and when I turn when stopped. I have been doing research to try to see what it could be and I am seeing that this is a common issue with this car and there's no recall. The parts alone are $200+ and then you have to pay for labor.

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NHTSA #: 11691397
mediumSUSPENSION,VEHICLE SPEED CONTROL,SERVICE BRAKES
Filed: Oct 2025

The rear knuckles on these cars are constantly going bad and the parts are expensive and so is the labor. So we have to pay a fortune to fix a common issue that GM should be recalling and fixing for the people who buy these vehicles. It's crazy how common this issue is and it's still not recalled.

NHTSA #: 11691400
mediumSUSPENSION
Filed: Sep 2024

The contact owns a 2018 Chevrolet Malibu. The contact stated while driving at various speeds, the rear end of the vehicle made an abnormal popping and clunking sound. The vehicle was taken to the dealer, where it was determined that the failure was related to TSB Number: 18-NA-136.

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NHTSA #: 11616663
mediumSUSPENSION,WHEELS
Filed: Jan 2024

The Vehicle wobbled when at 70 MPH. I have new tires but the wobble won't stop. I have visited a mechanical specialist was refer to this site.

NHTSA #: 11564919
mediumSUSPENSION,UNKNOWN OR OTHER,ENGINE
Filed: Oct 2021

“Engine power reduced” shows on dash after I’ve taken it to the dealership. I’ve been on the highway where the speed slow down drastically cars coming behind me! Very dangerous!

NHTSA #: 11437961
mediumSUSPENSION
Filed: May 2020

Tl* the contact owns a 2018 chevrolet malibu. The contact stated that while driving at a low speed, an unusual sound was heard coming from the rear of the vehicle. The vehicle was taken to an unknown chevrolet dealer, located in chester, va, where it was diagnosed that the shocks needed to be replaced.

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NHTSA #: 11323831
lowSUSPENSION
Filed: Sep 2022

My Malibu makes a knocking sound in the rear of vehicle. Feel like something is going to snap off, also driving on reverse sound really bad, check my trunk if something was loose and nothing.

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NHTSA #: 11486310
lowSUSPENSION,ENGINE,FUEL/PROPULSION SYSTEM
Filed: Mar 2021

While driving the car will slow down and say slow engine power

NHTSA #: 11403346

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