2011 Chevrolet Malibu Tires Problems
- Complaints
- 6about this part
- Share
- 1%of 978 total for the year
- Median mileage
- 17,000miles
- Trend
- Not enough dataFewer than 15 complaints, too few for a reliable trend.
NHTSA recorded 6 complaints about the tires of the 2011 Chevrolet Malibu, 1% of the 978 complaints for this model year. Where a mileage was given, the median is 17,000 miles.
Fewer than 15 complaints name this part, so treat the figures as a rough indication only.
Example complaints
Selected from NHTSA records; personal details are removed. They are consumer reports, not findings.
“I have a 2011 Malibu, I changed my tires out on my car and tire pressure low light came on, then 3 days later service ESC light came on, an I instantly felt like I was in a wrong gear, power and speed reduced, thankfully I wasn't in heavy traffic, I'm under the 5 year warranty can I get service, and is it dangerous for me to drive.”
NHTSA complaint #10413254, filed 2011-07, 19,800 miles“Firestone fr710 tires. Cracks were noted in the sidewalls. The tread appears to be separating around the entire circumference of the 2 tires on the passenger side of the car. The tires are date coded 4210 and have approximately 17000 miles on them. The tires have been well cared for and rotated every 6000 miles. Photos are available for review.”
NHTSA complaint #10628707, filed 2014-08, 17,000 miles“Vehicle at highway speeds of 65 - 75 MPH will experience a vibration that can be felt in the seats and in the steering wheel. Vibration will not go away and will worsen after a wheel balancing. Manufacturer has stated that the vibration is inherent in the vehicles design and they will not repair the vehicle. The vibration causes premature tire where that could lead to possible tire failure.”
NHTSA complaint #10467872, filed 2012-07, 2 miles“Cracks noted in tire sidewalls. Tread appears to be separating. Tires are firestone fr710 with a date code of 4210. Mileage on tires is approx 17000 mi. Photos are available for review.”
NHTSA complaint #10628693, filed 2014-08, 17,000 miles“The contact owns a 2011 Chevrolet Malibu equipped with mastercraft lsr grand touring tires, size: 225/50r17 (na). The contact stated that the tire pressure indicator was flashing and the numbers continued to fluctuate. In addition, the rear driver's side tire had a bubble and the rear passenger tire was losing air. The vehicle was towed to an independent mechanic who stated that the tires needed to be replaced. The vehicle was repaired, but the air bag warning indicator remained illuminated. While driving 60 MPH, the steering wheel shook. The vehicle was not diagnosed or repaired. …”
NHTSA complaint #11257620, filed 2019-09, 123,056 milesRelated service bulletins
- 10239154Jun 9, 2023This Preliminary Information communication provides information to the technician about vehicles with tire sidewall irregularities. This is a visual condition that will not…
- 10231519Jan 31, 2023This service bulletin provides information for tire pressure monitoring (TPM) system concerns.
- 10231518Jan 31, 2023This service bulletin provides information for accurate tire pressures that ensure the safe handling and appropriate ride characteristics of GM cars and trucks.
- 10227674Nov 29, 2022This Preliminary Information communication provides information to the technician about changing the tire and wheel size on vehicles. General Motors will only support a tire…
- 10217762Jul 1, 2022This Preliminary Information communication provides information to the technician about vehicles with tire sidewall irregularities. This is a visual condition that will not…
Tires: other model years
| Year | Complaints | Share of year |
|---|---|---|
| 2024 | 1 | 2% |
| 2023 | 2 | 3% |
| 2022 | 1 | 1% |
| 2021 | 1 | 1% |
| 2018 | 2 | 0% |
| 2017 | 1 | 0% |
| 2016 | 3 | 0% |
| 2015 | 2 | 1% |
| 2014 | 3 | 1% |
| 2013 | 11 | 1% |
| 2012 | 2 | 0% |
| 2011 | 6 | 1% |
| 2010 | 7 | 1% |
| 2009 | 6 | 0% |
| 2008 | 8 | 1% |
| 2007 | 1 | 0% |
| 2006 | 5 | 0% |
| 2005 | 5 | 1% |
| 2004 | 2 | 0% |
| 2003 | 4 | 1% |
| 2002 | 10 | 2% |
| 2001 | 15 | 2% |
| 2000 | 33 | 4% |
| 1999 | 75 | 10% |
| 1998 | 58 | 6% |
| 1997 | 17 | 4% |
| 1980 | 1 | 20% |
Other parts of the 2011 Chevrolet Malibu
235 complaintsSteering
214 complaintsElectronic stability control
174 complaintsEngine
160 complaintsExterior lighting
130 complaintsTransmission and drivetrain
112 complaintsAir bags
93 complaintsVehicle speed control
87 complaintsOther or unknown
75 complaintsSeat belts
53 complaintsBrakes
44 complaintsSeats
38 complaints
← All problems reported for the 2011 Chevrolet Malibu
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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