P0013 on CHEVROLET MALIBU
What P0013 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."
"On 11/07/15 my malibu failed smog check due to p0013/p0014 codes & liquid fuel leak check. technician said it was obviously gas leak & need to fix right away. i drove & left it to my mechanic shop the same day (saturday pm)."
"I was stopped,went to accelerate,and sudden hard shift as it accelerated. after a few miles,lost all gears after 2nd gear.on interstate at time when lost gears & close to getting into major accident."
"Had to get a repair on the exhaust vvt solenoid for the exhaust side of the engine. codes: p0013 & p0014."
"At 7473 miles, reduced engine power light came on while driving the car. diagnostic code: p0013. car was towed 50 miles to a dealer for repair and replacement of exhaust camshaft position actuator. car was driven 4 times before the reduced engine power light came on again. mileage under 8000."
Data from NHTSA Vehicle Complaints Database. All reports are filed by vehicle owners directly with the U.S. Department of Transportation.
Common Causes of P0013 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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