Hello,

Newbie and proud new owner of a 2008 Chevy Malibu LT. I absolutely love the car the lines are about as clean as Chevy has every had on any of its sedans.

There is just one thing that is absolutely annoying. I swear if I can make it past this problem without spending a ton, I would be the happiest man in the world (who owns a Malibu).

From the rear deck area of the vehicle, there is a very persistent squeak. It usually happens when the car is in motion over bumpy roads where it causes consistent vibration (@ low or high speed). The sound doesn't occur over the larger bumps. But when there is a constant vibration, it will squeak like crazy! I can really hear it when going over the "bots dots" So far I've removed the rear seats, pulled the rear deck and the side pillars in the rear, secured the saftey belt holders, and check for loose wiring. The speakers also seem pretty secure.

Has anyone had this issue or something similar maybe? Can someone please help? Thanks in advance for any ideas or solutions.:confused:

If more details are needed, please ask. Im very open to suggestions.

Resolved. :)

Resolved. :)
I hope you didn't trade your Malibu ! :)

So what was the cause of the noise and how did you fix it ?

Instead of just saying resolved, how about telling us the outcome.

Instead of just saying resolved, how about telling us the outcome.

Agreed....

You're killin' us here! ... ;)

Sorry Fellas,

I didn't even think anyone was even listening. I got no replies till I posted "Resolved". Anyhow, The noise was an improperly installed wheel liner, and the majority of the sound was coming from the drivers side rear tail light. 3 bolts were missing from tail light. THey replaced the bolts with some cheapy bolts but I bout the correct ones from a salvage yard. The cargo net clips onto them. When going over bumps, the tail light would move up and down, causing the squeak.:o

Thanks for getting back with the causes. We might be able to use that if ours ever start this.

Wheel liner improperly installed and wrong taillight bolts - who was it that worked on your car? I hope it wasn't the dealership. If it was I'd march back in and show them what they did to my car, then see if another dealership will perform the rest of any services needed. They claim that Mr. Goodwrench works there, meaning that the factory has trained them all. We all know that's gilding the lilly. My car is the second model year, bought Dec '08, and they couldn't tell me how to replace the front lights. Along with other things they've done to my car that upset me, I don't ask them for input anymore.

Glad You Got It Fixs!!! And Welcome Aboard!!! Tim

Another cause of a squeak in cars with leather seats are the seat belt buckles!! Ours was squeaking and driving me insane until I cleaned it one day and saw how the buckle was wedged between the upper and lower seat. Moved it and the squeak is gone!