1G1ZB5ST0JF2***** VIN lookup for 2018 CHEVROLET MALIBU (1G1ZB5ST0JF213821)
1G1ZB5ST0JF213821 VIN is assigned
to 2018 CHEVROLET MALIBU with a .
It is a PASSENGER CAR .
It was manufactured by GENERAL MOTORS LLC.
This 2018 MALIBU is a
Sedan/Saloon.
| Vehicle Descriptor | 1G1ZB5ST*JF |
| Make | CHEVROLET |
| Manufacturer Name | GENERAL MOTORS LLC |
| Model | Malibu |
| Model Year | 2018 |
| Plant City | KANSAS CITY |
| Series | LS (1LS) |
| Vehicle Type | PASSENGER CAR |
| Plant Country | UNITED STATES (USA) |
| Plant Company Name | Fairfax Assembly |
| Plant State | KANSAS |
| Base Price($) | 23320 |
| body Image Id | 13 |
| Body Class | Sedan/Saloon |
| Doors | 4 |
| Windows | 4 |
| Wheel Base(inches) From | 111.4 |
| Bed Type | Not Applicable |
| Cab Type | Not Applicable |
| Trailer Type Connection | Not Applicable |
| Trailer Body Type | Not Applicable |
| Numberof Wheels | 4 |
| Wheel Size Front(inches) | 16 |
| Wheel Size Rear(inches) | 16 |
| Steering Location | Left-Hand Drive (LHD) |
| Numberof Seats | 5 |
| Numberof Seat Rows | 2 |
| Transmission Style | Automatic |
| Transmission Speeds | 6 |
| Drive Type | FWD/Front-Wheel Drive |
| Axles | 2 |
| Engine Numberof Cylinders | 4 |
| Displacement(CC) | 1500.0 |
| Displacement(CI) | 91.53561614209 |
| Displacement(L) | 1.5 |
| Engine Model | LFV - Direct Injection, Variable Valve Timing, GEN 1 |
| Fuel Type- Primary | Gasoline |
| Valve Train Design | Dual Overhead Cam (DOHC) |
| Engine Configuration | In-Line |
| Turbo | Yes |
| Top Speed(MPH) | 130 |
| Engine Manufacturer | GMNA |
| Seat Belt Type | Manual |
| Curtain Air Bag Locations | All Rows |
| Front Air Bag Locations | 1st Row (Driver and Passenger) |
| Knee Air Bag Locations | 1st Row (Driver and Passenger) |
| Side Air Bag Locations | 1st and 2nd Rows |
| Anti-lock Braking System(ABS) | Standard |
| Electronic Stability Control(ESC) | Standard |
| Traction Control | Standard |
| Tire Pressure Monitoring System( T P M S) Type | Direct |
| Auto- Reverse Systemfor Windowsand Sunroofs | Standard |
| Keyless Ignition | Standard |
| NCSA Body Type | 4-door sedan, hardtop |
| NCSA Make | Chevrolet |
| NCSA Model | Malibu/Malibu Maxx |
| Backup Camera | Standard |
| Bus Floor Configuration Type | Not Applicable |
| Bus Type | Not Applicable |
| Custom Motorcycle Type | Not Applicable |
| Motorcycle Suspension Type | Not Applicable |
| Motorcycle Chassis Type | Not Applicable |
| Dynamic Brake Support(DBS) | Standard |
| Automatic Crash Notification( A C N)/ Advanced Automatic Crash Notification( A A C N) | Standard |
| Daytime Running Light(DRL) | Standard |
| Semiautomatic Headlamp Beam Switching | Standard |
Driver Complaints
Recalls
May 31 , 2018 NHTSA Campaign Number: 18V358000
FUEL SYSTEM, GASOLINE:DELIVERY:FUEL PUMP
A damaged fuel line can create a fuel leak, increasing the risk of a fire.
Manufacturer: General Motors LLC
Components: FUEL SYSTEM, GASOLINE
Potential Number of Units Affected: 895
Description:
General Motors LLC (GM) is recalling certain 2015-2018 GMC Canyon, 2016-2017 Buick Envision, 2016-2018 Chevrolet Colorado and Malibu, 2017-2018 GMC Acadia, 2018 Buick LaCrosse, Cadillac ATS, Chevrolet Equinox, and GMC Terrain vehicles. The high pressure fuel pump may detach from its mounting flange, possibly resulting in the pump damaging the high pressure fuel line.
Remedy:
GM will notify owners, and dealers will replace the high pressure fuel pump, and high pressure fuel pipe, free of charge. The recall began July 2, 2018. Owners may contact Buick customer service at 1-800-521-7300, Cadillac customer service at 1-800-458-8006, Chevrolet customer service at 1-800-222-1020, or GMC customer service at 1-800-462-8782. GM's number for this recall is 18188.
Notes:
Owners may also contact the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration Vehicle Safety Hotline at 1-888-327-4236 (TTY 1-800-424-9153), or go to www.safercar.gov.
June 14 , 2018 NHTSA Campaign Number: 18V400000
AIR BAGS:SENSOR:OCCUPANT CLASSIFICATION
In the event of a crash, improper air bag deployment can increase the risk of injury.
Manufacturer: General Motors LLC
Components: AIR BAGS
Potential Number of Units Affected: 66
Description:
General Motors LLC (GM) is recalling certain 2016-2018 Chevrolet Malibu vehicles. During servicing, a Passenger Presence System (PPS) may have been installed that was not correctly calibrated to the vehicle's seat type. As a result, the PPS may not properly identify an adult passenger from a child passenger in the front passenger seat, potentially causing the air bag to not deploy when it should, or causing the air bag to deploy when it shouldn't.
Remedy:
GM will notify owners, and dealers will replace the front passenger PPS seat service kit, free of charge. The recall began August 7, 2018. Owners may contact Chevrolet customer service at 1-800-222-1020. GM's number for this recall is 18208.
Notes:
Owners may also contact the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration Vehicle Safety Hotline at 1-888-327-4236 (TTY 1-800-424-9153), or go to www.safercar.gov.
August 30 , 2018 NHTSA Campaign Number: 18V576000
SERVICE BRAKES, HYDRAULIC:FOUNDATION COMPONENTS:DISC:CALIPER
A reduction of braking performance can increase the risk of a crash.
Manufacturer: General Motors LLC
Components: SERVICE BRAKES, HYDRAULIC
Potential Number of Units Affected: 210,628
Description:
General Motors LLC (GM) is recalling certain 2018-2019 Chevrolet Equinox, Impala, Cruze, Volt and Bolt EV vehicles, GMC Terrain vehicles, Buick Lacrosse and Regal vehicles, Cadillac XTS and XTS Professional vehicles and 2018 Chevrolet Malibu vehicles. The rear brake caliper pistons may have an insufficient coating causing gas pockets to form, potentially reducing rear brake performance.
Remedy:
GM will notify owners, and dealers will bleed the vehicle's brake system, free of charge. The recall began October 11, 2018. Owners may contact Buick customer service at 1-800-521-7300, Cadillac customer service at 1-800-458-8006, Chevrolet customer service at 1-800-222-1020, or GMC customer service at 1-800-462-8782. GM's number for this recall is 18279.
Notes:
Owners may also contact the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration Vehicle Safety Hotline at 1-888-327-4236 (TTY 1-800-424-9153), or go to www.safercar.gov.
September 06 , 2019 NHTSA Campaign Number: 19V642000
FUEL SYSTEM, GASOLINE:FUEL INJECTION SYSTEM:INJECTORS
Disabled fuel injectors would prevent the engine from starting and may cause a stall, increasing the risk of a crash.
Manufacturer: General Motors LLC
Components: FUEL SYSTEM, GASOLINE
Potential Number of Units Affected: 177,282
Description:
General Motors LLC (GM) is recalling certain 2018 Chevrolet Malibu vehicles equipped with 1.5L turbo engines. An error in the Engine Control Module (ECM) software may result in the fuel injectors being disabled.
Remedy:
GM will notify owners, and dealers will reprogram the ECM software, free of charge. The recall began October 16, 2019. Owners may contact GM customer service at 1-800-630-2438. GM's number for this recall is N192221960.
Notes:
Owners may also contact the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration Vehicle Safety Hotline at 1-888-327-4236 (TTY 1-800-424-9153), or go to www.safercar.gov.
September 06 , 2019 NHTSA Campaign Number: 19V642000
ELECTRICAL SYSTEM:SOFTWARE
Disabled fuel injectors would prevent the engine from starting and may cause a stall, increasing the risk of a crash.
Manufacturer: General Motors LLC
Components: ELECTRICAL SYSTEM
Potential Number of Units Affected: 177,282
Description:
General Motors LLC (GM) is recalling certain 2018 Chevrolet Malibu vehicles equipped with 1.5L turbo engines. An error in the Engine Control Module (ECM) software may result in the fuel injectors being disabled.
Remedy:
GM will notify owners, and dealers will reprogram the ECM software, free of charge. The recall began October 16, 2019. Owners may contact GM customer service at 1-800-630-2438. GM's number for this recall is N192221960.
Notes:
Owners may also contact the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration Vehicle Safety Hotline at 1-888-327-4236 (TTY 1-800-424-9153), or go to www.safercar.gov.
September 06 , 2019 NHTSA Campaign Number: 19V642000
ENGINE
Disabled fuel injectors would prevent the engine from starting and may cause a stall, increasing the risk of a crash.
Manufacturer: General Motors LLC
Components: ENGINE
Potential Number of Units Affected: 177,282
Description:
General Motors LLC (GM) is recalling certain 2018 Chevrolet Malibu vehicles equipped with 1.5L turbo engines. An error in the Engine Control Module (ECM) software may result in the fuel injectors being disabled.
Remedy:
GM will notify owners, and dealers will reprogram the ECM software, free of charge. The recall began October 16, 2019. Owners may contact GM customer service at 1-800-630-2438. GM's number for this recall is N192221960.
Notes:
Owners may also contact the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration Vehicle Safety Hotline at 1-888-327-4236 (TTY 1-800-424-9153), or go to www.safercar.gov.
October 29 , 2020 NHTSA Campaign Number: 20V668000
POWER TRAIN:AUTOMATIC TRANSMISSION
Missing bolts on the start-stop accumulator endcap could result in a transmission oil leak and may progress to a loss of propulsion, increasing the risk of a crash. A transmission fluid leak in the presence of an ignition source may increase the risk of fire.
Manufacturer: General Motors LLC
Components: POWER TRAIN
Potential Number of Units Affected: 194,105
Description:
General Motors LLC (GM) is recalling certain 2018-2019 Chevrolet Cruze and Buick LaCrosse, 2018-2020 Chevrolet Equinox, Chevrolet Traverse and GMC Terrain, 2018 Chevrolet Malibu, 2019-2020 Buick Encore, Buick Enclave, Cadillac XT4, Chevrolet Blazer and GMC Acadia, and 2020 Cadillac XT6 vehicles. The start/stop accumulator endcap may have missing bolts.
Remedy:
GM will notify owners, and dealers will inspect the start-stop transmission accumulator and replace it if any bolts are missing, free of charge. The recall began December 15, 2020. Owners may contact GMC customer service at 1-888-988-7267, Buick Customer service at 1-866-608-8080, Chevrolet customer service at 1-800-222-1020 or Cadillac customer service at 1-800-458-8006. GM's number for this recall is N202313440.
Notes:
Owners may also contact the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration Vehicle Safety Hotline at 1-888-327-4236 (TTY 1-800-424-9153), or go to www.safercar.gov.
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