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P0089 on CHEVROLET MALIBU

Severity
Medium
NHTSA Reports
2
Most Affected
2013

What P0089 Means on Your CHEVROLET MALIBU

Real CHEVROLET MALIBU Owner Reports (Source: NHTSA Complaints Database)

"Tl* the contact owns a 2013 chevrolet malibu. while the vehicle was stopped at a traffic light, it began to hesitate and the check engine warning indicator illuminated. the vehicle was towed to the contact's residence. the contact stated that the vehicle failed to restart."

— 2013 CHEVROLET MALIBU owner • POWER TRAIN • Filed 05/04/2019

"2/3/2018, outside temperature was15degrees fahrenheit . traveling at 65 mph then suddenly vehicle slowed and a warning appeared on the dash, "engine power reduced" and two warning lights, traction and engine light."

— 2013 CHEVROLET MALIBU owner • ENGINE • Filed 02/03/2018

Data from NHTSA Vehicle Complaints Database. All reports are filed by vehicle owners directly with the U.S. Department of Transportation.

Common Causes of P0089 on CHEVROLET MALIBU

50%
50%

Percentages based on NHTSA complaint component analysis for this vehicle.

Complaint Trend by Year

2013
2

What To Do Next

  1. 1
    Check for recalls on YOUR VIN

    Go to nhtsa.gov/recalls and enter your VIN. Free repairs if your vehicle is covered.

  2. 2
    Get a proper diagnosis

    A code alone doesn't tell you the exact failed part. A diagnostic at a shop ($50-$150) pinpoints the root cause before you spend money on parts.

  3. 3
    Compare repair quotes

    Get 2-3 quotes. Dealer vs independent shop prices often differ 30-50% for the same repair.

P0089 on Other Vehicles

Data sourced from the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration (U.S. Department of Transportation) and the SAE J2012 OBD-II standard. Code definitions follow the SAE J2012 / ISO 15031-6 standard. Owner reports are filed directly with NHTSA by vehicle owners. This information is provided for educational purposes only and should not replace professional automotive diagnosis. Always consult a qualified mechanic for vehicle repair decisions.

Last updated: March 2026