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U0415 on CHEVROLET MALIBU

Severity
High
NHTSA Reports
2
Most Affected
2016, 2018

What U0415 Means on Your CHEVROLET MALIBU

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

"2/2/18. was traveling at 47 mph when a truck stopped in front of me. i was approximately 10 car lengths away. i hit the brake to stop, felt the pedal vibrate for a few seconds and then the pedal went to the floor and the vibration went away."

— 2016 CHEVROLET MALIBU owner • SERVICE BRAKES • Filed 02/02/2018 ⚠️ Crash reported

"UNKNOWN . Stabilitrak , power steering drive with care, and steering assist is reduced drive with care light turned on . I was on the freeway with my newborn and the car was slowly giving out and suddenly stopped while in the carpool lane ."

— 2018 CHEVROLET MALIBU owner • ELECTRICAL SYSTEM,ENGINE • Filed 04/29/2022

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

Common Causes of U0415 on CHEVROLET MALIBU

50%
50%

Percentages based on NHTSA complaint component analysis for this vehicle.

Complaint Trend by Year

2016
1
2018
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

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

U0415 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