Report for VIN 1G11B5SA8DF197870

Overview

VIN: 1G11B5SA8DF197870
Make: Chevrolet
Model: Malibu
Variant: LS
Year: 2013

Vehicle history

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Recalls: View recalls (12)
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Technical specification

Bodytype: Sedan
Doors: 4
Seats: 5
Engine ccm: 2500
Engine type: L4 DOHC 16V
Height (inch): 57.60
Width (inch): 73.00
Length (inch): 191.50
Steering: R&P
Anti-brake system: 4-Wheel ABS

Tyres and wheels

Front Rear
7Jx17 ET40 (225/55 R17) 7Jx17 ET40 (225/55 R17)
7.5Jx18 ET40 (235/50 R18) 7.5Jx18 ET40 (235/50 R18); 7.5Jx18 ET40 (235/50 R18)
7Jx16 ET40 (215/60 R16) 7Jx16 ET40 (215/60 R16)
8Jx17 ET40 (225/55 R17) 8Jx17 ET40 (225/55 R17)
8.5Jx19 ET40 (245/40 R19) 8.5Jx19 ET40 (245/40 R19)
8Jx18 ET42 (245/45 R18) 8Jx18 ET42 (245/45 R18); 8Jx18 ET42 (245/45 R18)
7Jx17 ET41 (225/50 R17) 7Jx17 ET41 (225/50 R17); 7Jx17 ET41 (225/50 R17)
7Jx17 ET41 (225/55 R17) 7Jx17 ET41 (225/55 R17); 7Jx17 ET41 (225/55 R17)
8Jx18 ET42 (225/45 R18) 8Jx18 ET42 (225/45 R18); 8Jx18 ET42 (225/45 R18)
8.5Jx19 ET45 (245/40 R19) 8.5Jx19 ET45 (245/40 R19); 8.5Jx19 ET45 (245/40 R19)

Fuel economy

Tank size (gallon): 15.60
Highway Mileage (miles/gallon):
City Mileage (miles/gallon):

Other information

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Model period:
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Place of assembly: UNITED STATES
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WMI / VDS / VIS: 1G1 / 1B5SA8 / DF197870
Sequential number: 97870
VIN checksum: Valid

Vehicle recalls

Date: 13.11.2013
Component: Visibility > Defroster/defogger System
Manufacturer: General Motors Llc
Description:
General motors llc (gm) is recalling certain model year 2014 chevrolet malibu vehicles manufactured june 12, 2013, through november 5, 2013. the heating, ventilation, and air conditioning (hvac) control in these vehicles may intermittently become inoperable when the vehicle is started, preventing the windshield defroster from working. thus, these vehicles fail to conform to the requirements of federal motor vehicle safety standard (fmvss) no. 103, "windshield defrosting and defogging systems."
Consequencs:
The inability to turn on the windshield defroster may decrease the driver's visibility thereby increasing the risk of a crash.
Notes:
Gm will notify owners, and dealers will update the electronic climate control module software, free of charge. the recall began during december 2013. owners may contact gm at 1-800-521-7300. gm's recall campaign number is 13380.
Date: 13.11.2013
Component: Visibility > Defroster/defogger System > Windshield > Controls/wiring
Manufacturer: General Motors Llc
Description:
General motors llc (gm) is recalling certain model year 2014 chevrolet malibu vehicles manufactured june 12, 2013, through november 5, 2013. the heating, ventilation, and air conditioning (hvac) control in these vehicles may intermittently become inoperable when the vehicle is started, preventing the windshield defroster from working. thus, these vehicles fail to conform to the requirements of federal motor vehicle safety standard (fmvss) no. 103, "windshield defrosting and defogging systems."
Consequencs:
The inability to turn on the windshield defroster may decrease the driver's visibility thereby increasing the risk of a crash.
Notes:
Gm will notify owners, and dealers will update the electronic climate control module software, free of charge. the recall began during december 2013. owners may contact gm at 1-800-521-7300. gm's recall campaign number is 13380.
Date: 14.05.2014
Component: Service Brakes, Hydraulic > Power Assist > Vacuum
Manufacturer: General Motors Llc
Description:
General motors llc (gm) is recalling certain model year 2014 chevrolet malibu vehicles manufactured june 12, 2013, through may 2, 2014, and equipped with a 2.5l engine with the auto stop/start option. the affected vehicles may experience a complete loss of brake vacuum assist, disabling the hydraulic boost assist. as such, these vehicles do not comply with federal motor vehicle safety standard (fmvss) number 135, "light vehicle brake systems."
Consequencs:
If the hydraulic boost assist is disabled, slowing or stopping the vehicle will require additional brake pedal effort and a lengthened stopping distance. both of these effects increase the risk of a crash.
Notes:
Gm will notify owners, and dealers will update the electronic brake control module software, free of charge. the recall began on july 3, 2014. owners may contact general motors customer service at 1-800-222-1020. general motors number for this recall is 14201.
Date: 21.07.2014
Component: Steering
Manufacturer: Dorman Products, Inc.
Description:
Dorman products, inc. (dorman) is recalling certain replacement intermediate steering shafts sold under the dorman, oe solutions, and solutions brand names, part numbers 425-167, 2425167, and 7-3074, for installation on 2004-2012 chevrolet malibu, 2005-2010 pontiac g6, and 2007-2009 saturn aura vehicles. the affected steering shafts may have a yoke that inadequately supports the u-joint bearing resulting in a premature failure.
Consequencs:
A joint bearing that fails prematurely may cause separation of the u-joint resulting in a complete loss of steering control, increasing the risk of a crash.
Notes:
Dorman will notify owners, and dealers will refund the purchase price or replace the steering shafts, free of charge. the recall began in september 2014. owners may contact dorman customer service at 1-800-523-2492.
Date: 21.07.2014
Component: Steering
Manufacturer: Dorman Products, Inc.
Description:
Dorman products, inc. (dorman) is recalling certain replacement intermediate steering shafts sold under the dorman, oe solutions, and solutions brand names, part numbers 425-167, 2425167, and 7-3074, for installation on 2004-2012 chevrolet malibu, 2005-2010 pontiac g6, and 2007-2009 saturn aura vehicles. the affected steering shafts may have a yoke that inadequately supports the u-joint bearing resulting in a premature failure.
Consequencs:
A joint bearing that fails prematurely may cause separation of the u-joint resulting in a complete loss of steering control, increasing the risk of a crash.
Notes:
Dorman will notify owners, and dealers will refund the purchase price or replace the steering shafts, free of charge. the recall began in september 2014. owners may contact dorman customer service at 1-800-523-2492.
Date: 21.07.2014
Component: Steering
Manufacturer: Dorman Products, Inc.
Description:
Dorman products, inc. (dorman) is recalling certain replacement intermediate steering shafts sold under the dorman, oe solutions, and solutions brand names, part numbers 425-167, 2425167, and 7-3074, for installation on 2004-2012 chevrolet malibu, 2005-2010 pontiac g6, and 2007-2009 saturn aura vehicles. the affected steering shafts may have a yoke that inadequately supports the u-joint bearing resulting in a premature failure.
Consequencs:
A joint bearing that fails prematurely may cause separation of the u-joint resulting in a complete loss of steering control, increasing the risk of a crash.
Notes:
Dorman will notify owners, and dealers will refund the purchase price or replace the steering shafts, free of charge. the recall began in september 2014. owners may contact dorman customer service at 1-800-523-2492.
Date: 21.07.2014
Component: Steering
Manufacturer: Dorman Products, Inc.
Description:
Dorman products, inc. (dorman) is recalling certain replacement intermediate steering shafts sold under the dorman, oe solutions, and solutions brand names, part numbers 425-167, 2425167, and 7-3074, for installation on 2004-2012 chevrolet malibu, 2005-2010 pontiac g6, and 2007-2009 saturn aura vehicles. the affected steering shafts may have a yoke that inadequately supports the u-joint bearing resulting in a premature failure.
Consequencs:
A joint bearing that fails prematurely may cause separation of the u-joint resulting in a complete loss of steering control, increasing the risk of a crash.
Notes:
Dorman will notify owners, and dealers will refund the purchase price or replace the steering shafts, free of charge. the recall began in september 2014. owners may contact dorman customer service at 1-800-523-2492.
Date: 21.07.2014
Component: Steering
Manufacturer: Dorman Products, Inc.
Description:
Dorman products, inc. (dorman) is recalling certain replacement intermediate steering shafts sold under the dorman, oe solutions, and solutions brand names, part numbers 425-167, 2425167, and 7-3074, for installation on 2004-2012 chevrolet malibu, 2005-2010 pontiac g6, and 2007-2009 saturn aura vehicles. the affected steering shafts may have a yoke that inadequately supports the u-joint bearing resulting in a premature failure.
Consequencs:
A joint bearing that fails prematurely may cause separation of the u-joint resulting in a complete loss of steering control, increasing the risk of a crash.
Notes:
Dorman will notify owners, and dealers will refund the purchase price or replace the steering shafts, free of charge. the recall began in september 2014. owners may contact dorman customer service at 1-800-523-2492.
Date: 21.07.2014
Component: Steering
Manufacturer: Dorman Products, Inc.
Description:
Dorman products, inc. (dorman) is recalling certain replacement intermediate steering shafts sold under the dorman, oe solutions, and solutions brand names, part numbers 425-167, 2425167, and 7-3074, for installation on 2004-2012 chevrolet malibu, 2005-2010 pontiac g6, and 2007-2009 saturn aura vehicles. the affected steering shafts may have a yoke that inadequately supports the u-joint bearing resulting in a premature failure.
Consequencs:
A joint bearing that fails prematurely may cause separation of the u-joint resulting in a complete loss of steering control, increasing the risk of a crash.
Notes:
Dorman will notify owners, and dealers will refund the purchase price or replace the steering shafts, free of charge. the recall began in september 2014. owners may contact dorman customer service at 1-800-523-2492.
Date: 21.07.2014
Component: Steering
Manufacturer: Dorman Products, Inc.
Description:
Dorman products, inc. (dorman) is recalling certain replacement intermediate steering shafts sold under the dorman, oe solutions, and solutions brand names, part numbers 425-167, 2425167, and 7-3074, for installation on 2004-2012 chevrolet malibu, 2005-2010 pontiac g6, and 2007-2009 saturn aura vehicles. the affected steering shafts may have a yoke that inadequately supports the u-joint bearing resulting in a premature failure.
Consequencs:
A joint bearing that fails prematurely may cause separation of the u-joint resulting in a complete loss of steering control, increasing the risk of a crash.
Notes:
Dorman will notify owners, and dealers will refund the purchase price or replace the steering shafts, free of charge. the recall began in september 2014. owners may contact dorman customer service at 1-800-523-2492.
Date: 21.07.2014
Component: Steering
Manufacturer: Dorman Products, Inc.
Description:
Dorman products, inc. (dorman) is recalling certain replacement intermediate steering shafts sold under the dorman, oe solutions, and solutions brand names, part numbers 425-167, 2425167, and 7-3074, for installation on 2004-2012 chevrolet malibu, 2005-2010 pontiac g6, and 2007-2009 saturn aura vehicles. the affected steering shafts may have a yoke that inadequately supports the u-joint bearing resulting in a premature failure.
Consequencs:
A joint bearing that fails prematurely may cause separation of the u-joint resulting in a complete loss of steering control, increasing the risk of a crash.
Notes:
Dorman will notify owners, and dealers will refund the purchase price or replace the steering shafts, free of charge. the recall began in september 2014. owners may contact dorman customer service at 1-800-523-2492.
Date: 21.07.2014
Component: Steering
Manufacturer: Dorman Products, Inc.
Description:
Dorman products, inc. (dorman) is recalling certain replacement intermediate steering shafts sold under the dorman, oe solutions, and solutions brand names, part numbers 425-167, 2425167, and 7-3074, for installation on 2004-2012 chevrolet malibu, 2005-2010 pontiac g6, and 2007-2009 saturn aura vehicles. the affected steering shafts may have a yoke that inadequately supports the u-joint bearing resulting in a premature failure.
Consequencs:
A joint bearing that fails prematurely may cause separation of the u-joint resulting in a complete loss of steering control, increasing the risk of a crash.
Notes:
Dorman will notify owners, and dealers will refund the purchase price or replace the steering shafts, free of charge. the recall began in september 2014. owners may contact dorman customer service at 1-800-523-2492.
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