2004 Chevrolet Malibu Maxx Seats Problems
- Complaints
- 93about this part
- Share
- 21%of 434 total for the year
- Median mileage
- 93,500miles
- Trend
- StableComplaints filed in the last 3 full calendar years are within 25% of the 3 years before.
NHTSA recorded 93 complaints about the seats of the 2004 Chevrolet Malibu Maxx, 21% of the 434 complaints for this model year. Where a mileage was given, the median is 93,500 miles. 1 of these say a crash was involved, according to the filers.
Example complaints
Selected from NHTSA records; personal details are removed. They are consumer reports, not findings.
“The drivers seat frame broke on my 2004 Chevrolet Malibu Maxx causing it to lean and tilt back to the right toward the center console. It has the 6-way power seat. The 58,795 is less than average for the age of the car. I feel that this is a safety issue since the seat belt attaches to the frame of the seat. I feel that GM should have this on a recall to fix the problem.”
NHTSA complaint #10575633, filed 2014-03, 58,795 miles“While making a left turn the right side of my driver power seat dropped and rocked in an unstable condition. I was unaware the problem is a common one and have attempted to have the weld repaired twice, however it would require for the seat to be totally removed and at great expense since the car is out of warranty.”
NHTSA complaint #10627171, filed 2014-08, 73,000 miles“I was driving about 35 MPH on flat strait road when the drivers seat suddenly dropped down, back and toward the right. Upon inspection I see that the weld on the brace/frame of the seat has broken. The seat is now unstable and sloping to the right. I fear the other side may snap as well. I see several other complaints regarding the exact same issue. This needs to be recalled before somebody is seriously hurt.”
NHTSA complaint #10700813, filed 2015-03, 121,100 miles“The drivers seat upon adjusting sagged to the left and the seat base moved unevenly causing the seat to rock. The seat was previously repaired for the same problem approximately 4 yrs ago. I believe that this is a definite safety issue I believe the seat would not hold up to even a small crash.”
NHTSA complaint #10555800, filed 2013-12, 138,500 miles“My 2004 malibu - the frame to the drivers seat came unwelded so the seat tilts to the right. This caused strain on the motor that moves the seat back and forth so now that is out as well. I have seen many similar complaints online for this exact issue. I'm very surprised there has not been a recall. Chevy wants $500 just for parts!!!! Insane.”
NHTSA complaint #10328982, filed 2010-05, 103,000 milesRelated service bulletins
- 10059101Jul 1, 2015Pontiac/saturn/chevrolet: some vehicles are experiencing multiple issues/symptoms caused by body harness hard contact against floor edge panel under left rear seat cushion. Model…
- 10013450Jan 1, 2005Front seat rear trim panels falling off.
- 10013448Jan 1, 2005Front set head restraint uncomfortable, positioned too far forward.
Seats: other model years
Other parts of the 2004 Chevrolet Malibu Maxx
251 complaintsElectrical system
37 complaintsExterior lighting
37 complaintsBrakes
20 complaintsTransmission and drivetrain
20 complaintsFuel system
14 complaintsAir bags
13 complaintsEquipment
7 complaintsSeat belts
7 complaintsSuspension
7 complaintsEngine
6 complaintsVehicle speed control
6 complaints
← All problems reported for the 2004 Chevrolet Malibu Maxx
About this data. Data from NHTSA (ODI) complaints, recalls, TSBs and investigations, updated Oct 31, 2026. Complaints are unverified consumer reports and may be duplicated or inaccurate.
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