2013 Chevrolet Malibu: Water pump went out
Common wear/failure (not a recall)
Symptoms
Owners of the 2013 Malibu report: water pump went out. CarComplaints.com lists 13 owner complaints, average mileage 47,900 miles.
Likely causes
Sources do not establish a single root cause; diagnosis is needed. Owner-reported fixes are listed below.
Fix, in plain English
Most common owner-reported solutions on CarComplaints.com: replace water pump (12 reports). Check for open recalls and extended warranty coverage with a dealer before paying out of pocket.
DIY difficulty: Varies
Depends on diagnosis. (Our assessment.)
Cost
CarComplaints.com owners report a typical repair cost of about $410 (owner-reported average, not a quote).
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Sources
Estimated repair cost: water pump replacement
Average shop cost
$390
Range $150–$695 (labor)
1.5–5.0 h × $100–$139/h estimated shop labor rate
Parts not included.
Average mobile mechanic cost
$585
Range $225–$1,045 (labor)
Shop labor × 1.5 (mobile convenience premium)
Parts not included.
Estimates only, not a quote. Actual prices vary by vehicle, shop and location. See the estimate for your city → · About this repair and its cost
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