Power
0–100 km/h
Top speed
Fuel (combined)
What owners say
Overview
Sentiment is sharply divided and heavily dependent on the specific vehicle referenced. The "Classic" nameplate is identified as a fleet-only continuation of the previous-generation Chevrolet Malibu (circa 1997-2003) sold from 2004-2005. For this specific sedan, sentiment is overw
Generation by generation
Owner insights per generation and US complaint/recall records (NHTSA).
Complaints and recalls by model yearSource: NHTSA (US)Show table
| Year | Complaints | Recalls | Most-reported area |
|---|---|---|---|
| 2004 | 40 | 1 | electrical system |
Complaint counts come from owner reports filed with the US National Highway Traffic Safety Administration. Higher-selling years naturally accumulate more complaints.
Recall notices1 on record · Source: NHTSA (US)Show recalls
2004 · fuel system, gasoline:storagecampaign 04V301000
CERTAIN PASSENGER VEHICLES MAY HAVE BEEN BUILT WITH A FUEL TANK THAT DOES NOT MEET SPECIFICATION. A WELD ON THESE FUEL TANKS MAY BE INSUFFICIENT, RESULTING IN A FUEL LEAK.
Specifications
Generation
2.2 i 16V (141 Hp)
From 2004-2005
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