NHTSA Complaint #11501615 — 2018 CHEVROLET MALIBU
POWER TRAIN issue reported to NHTSA
Crash 1 Injury
Complaint Details
| ODI Number | 11501615 |
| Vehicle | 2018 CHEVROLET MALIBU |
| Component | POWER TRAIN |
| Date of Incident | |
| Date Filed | |
| Mileage | 20,000 miles |
| Crash | Yes |
| Fire | No |
| Injuries | 1 |
| Deaths | 0 |
| Vehicle Towed | No |
| State | CO |
Consumer Description
The contact owns a 2018 Chevrolet Malibu. The contact stated that the check engine warning light was illuminated and flashing. While in the park position, the shift to park message was displayed. The vehicle was slow to move. While adding fuel to the tank, the fuel would bubble at the top and stop. While driving approximately 35 mph, a 2018 GMC Terrain crashed into the front end of the vehicle. The driver sustained injuries to her hip, soft tissue, lower back, whiplash, and neck and medical attention was provided. There was a police report filed. There was no reported fire or air bag deployment. The local dealer was not contacted. The vehicle was not diagnosed or repaired. The manufacturer was not contacted. The approximate failure mileage was 20,000.
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