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P0606 on CHEVROLET MALIBU

Severity
Medium
NHTSA Reports
2
Most Affected
2006, 2011

What P0606 Means on Your CHEVROLET MALIBU

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

"This is a follow-up to odi confirmation number: 10610590 where the vehicle would completely shut off without warning. all powered functions were lost. the display screen would signal: "engine disabled."

— 2006 CHEVROLET MALIBU owner • POWER TRAIN • Filed 07/25/2014

"August 12 2015, complete power loss while driving. vehicle went into logic lockup. all modules reset. august 17, same condition occurs. total system failure at 70 mph on highway. dealership determined "internal fault in engine control module p0606. ecm replaced."

— 2011 CHEVROLET MALIBU owner • ELECTRICAL SYSTEM • Filed 08/13/2015

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

Common Causes of P0606 on CHEVROLET MALIBU

50%
50%

Percentages based on NHTSA complaint component analysis for this vehicle.

Complaint Trend by Year

2006
1
2011
1

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

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P0606 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