1997 Chevrolet Malibu fuel system problems
Owners reported fuel system problems in 15 complaints for the 1997 Chevrolet Malibu, 2% of the complaints on file.
At a glance
- Complaints
- 15 2% of this year's complaints
- Crashes and fires
- 0 and 0
- Injuries and deaths
- 0 and 0
Source: NHTSA owner complaints
What the data shows
None of the fuel system complaints mention a crash, fire, injury or death.
What owners wrote
Walking towards vehicle & noticed strong smell of gasoline. Took to dealer & was informed a defective part in gas line & they had to repaired it. Month later having same problem, only gasoline spilling out of vehicle.
Engine check light and the ABS light illuminated while driving. Vehicle been to a repair shop on 3 separate occasions, and the problem had not been resolved. Vehicle had its gas tank cap replaced, and the brake system was overhauled. But problem recurred.
Other problems reported for the 1997 Chevrolet Malibu
- Brakes 136 complaints
- Electrical system 95 complaints
- Steering 84 complaints
- Suspension 64 complaints
- Engine 63 complaints
- Wipers, windshield & visibility 49 complaints
- Lighting 45 complaints
- Air bags 25 complaints