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P0300 on CHEVROLET MALIBU

Severity
Medium
NHTSA Reports
6
Most Affected
2010, 2011, 2012

What P0300 Means on Your CHEVROLET MALIBU

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

"Vehicle was moving at about 35 mph when the drivers information center indicated a electronic stability service, traction control service and esc off messages. this happened multiple times over a two day period."

— 2010 CHEVROLET MALIBU owner • ELECTRICAL SYSTEM,ELECTRONIC STABILITY CONTROL (ESC),ENGINE • Filed 06/25/2016

"While driving my 2011 chevy malibu a service esc service traction message came on then it says esc off traction control off. this happened one time & after car was turned off & started again, problem didn't occur again until a couple months later."

— 2011 CHEVROLET MALIBU owner • ELECTRONIC STABILITY CONTROL (ESC) • Filed 04/05/2014

"The check engine light and service traction lights keep coming on while i am driving and come to a completed stop. the dealership techs stated both lights always come on together when it is something with the emission controls."

— 2012 CHEVROLET MALIBU owner • UNKNOWN OR OTHER,ELECTRONIC STABILITY CONTROL (ESC),FUEL/PROPULSION SYSTEM • Filed 01/18/2018

"Battery voltage indicator came on first and engine light indicator on. replaced battery and alternator. car stalls when gas pedal not applied. car turns completely off when braking to stop signs, red lights, slowing down to turn. it's completely unsafe."

— 2013 CHEVROLET MALIBU owner • ELECTRONIC STABILITY CONTROL (ESC),ENGINE,FUEL/PROPULSION SYSTEM • Filed 10/01/2018

"August 31, 2019 - purchased a 2017 chevy malibu at the dealership april 4th, 2021 - my car had a rough running engine with the indicator lamp on."

— 2017 CHEVROLET MALIBU owner • ENGINE • Filed 04/04/2021

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

Common Causes of P0300 on CHEVROLET MALIBU

16.7%
16.7%
16.7%
16.7%
16.7%

Percentages based on NHTSA complaint component analysis for this vehicle.

Complaint Trend by Year

2010
1
2011
1
2012
1
2013
1
2017
1
2018
1

What To Do Next

  1. 1
    Check for recalls on YOUR VIN

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  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.

P0300 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