2017 Chevrolet Malibu Wheels Problems
- Complaints
- 7about this part
- Share
- 1%of 705 total for the year
- Median mileage
- 34,000miles
- Trend
- Not enough dataFewer than 15 complaints, too few for a reliable trend.
NHTSA recorded 7 complaints about the wheels of the 2017 Chevrolet Malibu, 1% of the 705 complaints for this model year. Where a mileage was given, the median is 34,000 miles. 1 a fire, according to the filers.
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.
“Continental pro contact tires. I have had the car for 16 months and driven approximately 23,000 miles. I am now about to replace the 4th tire due to a sidewall separation and bulge, which if not replaced can easily become a blow out. These are the oem that come with the 2017 Malibu premier and have a 40,000 mile warranty.”
NHTSA complaint #11181229, filed 2019-02, 23,000 miles“The car was parked and off in our driveway for 15 minutes -horn started went out saw smoke called 911 and by the time back at front door flames from front end. Fire department came and put out fire -car totaled. Worried about spontaneous combustion especially if car parked in garage or closer to house or if people inside”
NHTSA complaint #11011224, filed 2017-07, 5,000 miles“Purchased my vehicle new with two miles in 2016. In less than one month of purchase, I replace a tire because it popped. One year later I replaced a second tire because it developed a lump that was 2017. This year two more tires was replaced because of lumps in the tire. I have had several cars and never had this issue ever. Actually, I have never had to replace a tire.”
NHTSA complaint #11129588, filed 2018-09“Three of the wheels are worn out down the middle only. This is the second time this type of problem has occurred. I was told the alignment wasn't the cause and the Chevrolet mechanics failed to give me an explanation for this problem.”
NHTSA complaint #11194510, filed 2019-04“The contact owns a 2017 Chevrolet Malibu. The contact stated upon attempting to change a flat tire, the contact was unable to replace the wheel because the lug nuts were swollen. The contact called Roadside Assistance, who informed the contact that the lug nuts were swollen, and Roadside Assistance replaced the wheel with specialized equipment. The vehicle was taken to Goodyear Tires, where the front tires were replaced with new tires and the rear tires were rotated. Additionally, the contact was advised that the lug nuts needed to be replaced. …”
NHTSA complaint #11660841, filed 2025-05, 157,000 milesRelated service bulletins
- 11026104Jun 7, 2025This service bulletin provides information on Tire Sidewall Irregularities.
- 11017016Mar 14, 2025This service bulletin provides a procedure on how to clean and resurface aluminum wheel bead seats for vehicles that have the condition of Tire Slowly Goes Flat, Tire Air Loss…
- 11015409Feb 25, 2025This service bulletin provides information on Wheel Alignment Specifications, Requirements and Recommendations for GM Vehicles.
- 11014230Jan 31, 2025This bulletin advises the dealers to maintain the vehicle stock on hand by doing a full inspection on the vehicles before being sold (prepping) to the customer.
- 11011709Nov 5, 2024This bulletin advises the dealers to maintain the vehicle stock on hand by doing a full inspection on the vehicles before being sold (prepping) to the customer.
- 11006282Jul 22, 2024This service bulletin provides information on Chemical Staining, Pitting, Corrosion and/or Spotted Appearance of Chromed Aluminum Wheels.
- 11000599May 6, 2024This service bulletin provides information for cleaning brake dust off of aluminum or chrome wheels.
- 11000549May 3, 2024This service bulletin provides information on GM Canada New Vehicle Tire Warranty Program for Original Equipment (OE) Tires and PDI installed Limited Production Option (LPO) Tires.
- 10253770Apr 18, 2024This service bulletin provides information for dealers/technicians on Tire Radial Force Variation (RFV).
- 10253526Apr 8, 2024This bulletin updates the position of General Motors on refinishing aluminum wheels. GM has determined that wheel refinishing under warranty will no longer be performed.
Wheels: other model years
| Year | Complaints | Share of year |
|---|---|---|
| 2024 | 1 | 2% |
| 2023 | 2 | 3% |
| 2022 | 2 | 2% |
| 2019 | 1 | 1% |
| 2018 | 2 | 0% |
| 2017 | 7 | 1% |
| 2016 | 12 | 1% |
| 2015 | 3 | 1% |
| 2014 | 18 | 5% |
| 2013 | 24 | 3% |
| 2012 | 19 | 2% |
| 2011 | 11 | 1% |
| 2010 | 33 | 2% |
| 2009 | 21 | 1% |
| 2008 | 10 | 1% |
| 2007 | 2 | 0% |
| 2006 | 7 | 1% |
| 2005 | 6 | 1% |
| 2004 | 8 | 1% |
| 2003 | 3 | 1% |
| 2002 | 1 | 0% |
| 2001 | 3 | 0% |
| 2000 | 1 | 0% |
| 1999 | 7 | 1% |
| 1998 | 9 | 1% |
| 1997 | 2 | 0% |
Other parts of the 2017 Chevrolet Malibu
253 complaintsElectrical system
161 complaintsOther or unknown
148 complaintsTransmission and drivetrain
139 complaintsVehicle speed control
135 complaintsBrakes
73 complaintsFuel system
60 complaintsElectronic stability control
53 complaintsSteering
47 complaintsExterior lighting
21 complaintsBody and structure
19 complaintsAir bags
14 complaints
← All problems reported for the 2017 Chevrolet Malibu
About this data. Data from NHTSA (ODI) complaints, recalls, TSBs and investigations, updated Oct 29, 2026. Complaints are unverified consumer reports and may be duplicated or inaccurate.
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