At a glance

Reported mileage165,168 mi

LocationFl, USA

ColorSilver

Last listed price$2,200

Open recallsNone

Vehicle identity & specifications

Make

Chevrolet

Model

Malibu Classic

Year

2008

Trim

LS Fleet

Body style

Sedan/Saloon

Vehicle type

PASSENGER CAR

Engine

2.2L 4-cyl 170 hp

Cylinders

4

Fuel type

Gasoline

Doors

4

Assembly plant

KANSAS CITY, KANSAS, UNITED STATES (USA)

Manufacturer

GENERAL MOTORS LLC

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Low

$850

Typical price

$3,000

High

$4,900

Most 2008 Chevrolet Malibu Classic listings fall between $850 and $4,900, from 44 comparable cars.

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Safety recalls None found

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Common problems & what to inspect

Based on 1,007 owner complaints filed with NHTSA for the 2008 Chevrolet Malibu Classic, here are the most-reported problem areas — and exactly what to check before you buy.

Steering 12 reports

🔍 Steering should be tight and centered — no play, clunks or wandering. Test at low and highway speed; listen for power-steering whine.

Electrical System 3 reports

🔍 Test every electrical feature: windows, locks, infotainment, charging and all lights. Watch for flickering, dead accessories or warning lights.

Engine 1 report

🔍 Listen for knocks or ticking, check for leaks and blue/white exhaust smoke, and make sure it doesn't overheat. No check-engine light should be on.

Vehicle Speed Control 1 report

🔍 Test cruise control and throttle response, and watch for any hesitation or unintended acceleration.

Fuel/propulsion System 1 report

🔍 Check for fuel or battery warnings, hard starts and stalling. On a hybrid/EV, confirm charging and range behave normally.

Wheels 1 report

🔍 Inspect wheels for bends, cracks and curb rash, and feel for vibration at highway speed.

Pre-purchase checklist

Match the VIN on the dash, door jamb and title — they must be identical.
Cold-start the engine; listen for knocks and check for blue or white exhaust smoke.
Test-drive through all gears at low and highway speed — no slipping, shudder or pulling.
Confirm every warning light clears at startup (none should stay on).
Check fluids — oil, coolant, transmission — for level, color and leaks.
Look underneath for rust, fresh undercoating or signs of collision repair.
Always get an independent pre-purchase inspection from a trusted mechanic.

Owner complaints 1007

Complaints filed with NHTSA by owners of the 2008 Chevrolet Malibu Classic.

STEERING

As I'm driving I hear a chime and the radio says power steering and I just loose power steering it's scary and I really wish gm would have made this a permanent recall

NHTSA ODI #11738366

ENGINE

The contact owns a 2008 Chevrolet Malibu. The contact stated that while the vehicle was parked, it failed to start up. The vehicle was towed to an independent mechanic, where it was diagnosed DTC: P0016 was retrieved. The contact was informed that the camshaft position correlator and crankshaft and intake were not aligned and needed to be realigned. The vehi…

NHTSA ODI #11733969

VEHICLE SPEED CONTROL

Vehicle accelerated on its own. Only able to stop by turning off the ignition. It was cold at the time 8-15degrees F.

NHTSA ODI #11730031

STEERING

I own a 2008 Chevrolet Malibu LTZ (VIN [XXX] ) with an electric power steering (EPS) issue that matches GM’s known EPS defect and recall 14V‑153 / bulletin 15356 for 2007–2012 Malibus. The steering is very stiff and hard at low speeds, the car feels like it is dragging, and the steering wheel shakes back and forth while driving, especially at low to moderate…

NHTSA ODI #11727166

STEERING

The EPS malfunctions and turns off during normal driving operations at random intervals. Happens more when temperature outside is below 50 degrees. This has made it difficult to steer and has almost caused me to get in an accident on multiple occasions

NHTSA ODI #11712986

UNKNOWN OR OTHER,FUEL/PROPULSION SYSTEM

UNKNOWN FUEL LEAK needs added to Recall list . It is currently at the Chevy dealership in Van Buren Arkansas getting looked at on the fuel leakage. I'm going to upload some documents for y'all to look at and consider. Everything that has been stated in these recall is exactly what my car is doing and has wrong with it. I'm just asking for it to be added on t…

NHTSA ODI #11703683