NHTSA Complaint #11452334 — 2016 CHEVROLET MALIBU

VEHICLE SPEED CONTROL issue reported to NHTSA

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Complaint Details

ODI Number	11452334
Vehicle	2016 CHEVROLET MALIBU
Component	VEHICLE SPEED CONTROL
Date of Incident	February 10, 2022
Date Filed	February 16, 2022
Mileage	N/A miles
Crash	No
Fire	No
Injuries	0
Deaths	0
Vehicle Towed	No
State	WI

Consumer Description

Driving along and Reduced Engine Power warning message came on said can not go above 20 mph but yet car still could be accelerated above 20mph. Pulled over when could. Stopped car and turned it off and on. message gone but engine warning light still on. OBD2 stated P2122 error. Upon reviewing internet there are class action lawsuits going on because can create a very dangerous scenario if car suddenly stops in the middle of the highway.

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