P0011 on CHEVROLET MALIBU
What P0011 Means on Your CHEVROLET MALIBU
Real CHEVROLET MALIBU Owner Reports (Source: NHTSA Complaints Database)
"When going over any bump or turning the front end shakes and makes a clacking noise. esc is off. traction control is always off."
"Within a week of owning car error code p0011 camshaft alignment?came up. dealer got light to go off. said nothing was wrong with car. electrical problems with power locks also, now my complete steering column is gone.5 error codes c0545/c0561, non functioning electric power steering."
"The vehicle stops while in motion and in driving gear then wheel lock up. making it unable to proceed to turn or drive. this does not matter if on highway or public street."
"This car is stalling and surging. you go to leave the stopped position it hesitate or stalls. dies like it's starved of fuel. rpm raises up with doing anything like a loss of power."
"Multiple components and/or system failures/malfunctions, exact cause is unknown. Vehicle is available for inspection upon request. Safety risks include engine power reduction issues that result in unexpected deceleration, and/or sudden/dangerous loss of power/acceleration."
Data from NHTSA Vehicle Complaints Database. All reports are filed by vehicle owners directly with the U.S. Department of Transportation.
Common Causes of P0011 on CHEVROLET MALIBU
Percentages based on NHTSA complaint component analysis for this vehicle.
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What To Do Next
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