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1997 Chevrolet Malibu

Chevrolet Malibu Recall 03V527000

Suspension & Steering, February 5, 2004

Summary: CERTAIN PASSENGER VEHICLES HAVE LOWER PINION BEARINGS IN THE POWER RACK AND PINION ASSEMBLY IN WHICH THE RETAINER TABS WERE NOT CRIMPED PROPERLY. THESE RETAINERS COULD FAIL AND PERMIT THE BALL BEARINGS TO ESCAPE.

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GM Recalls 1997-1998 Vehicles Due to Wiper Failure in Snow

Body, Interior & Misc., August 14, 2001

RepairPal Expert Overview:

GM recalls 1997-1998 Chevrolet Malibu and Oldsmobile Cutlass vehicles in cold weather states because the wiper system may fail due to ice and snow buildup. If the wipers fail, visibility in inclement weather will be poor, which may result in a crash. Dealers will replace the passenger side windshield wiper pivot housing.

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Chevrolet Recalls 1997 Malibus Due to Missing Passenger Side Air Bag Module Fasteners

Body, Interior & Misc., July 15, 1997

RepairPal Expert Overview:

Chevrolet is recalling 1997 Malibu vehicles because the passenger side air bag module may not be fastened to the instrument panel. If the air bag deploys, the module may separate from the instrument panel and injure the occupant. Dealers will inspect the passenger side air bag module for the presence of fasteners and install missing fasteners.

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