P0010 on CHEVROLET MALIBU — A Camshaft Position Actuator A Control Circuit/Open Bank 1

Q: "What does P0010 mean on a CHEVROLET MALIBU?"

"P0010 indicates: A Camshaft Position Actuator A Control Circuit/Open Bank 1. This is a fuel and air metering code. 5 CHEVROLET MALIBU owners have reported this to NHTSA."

Q: "What are the most common causes of P0010 on CHEVROLET MALIBU?"

"Based on 5 NHTSA reports, the most commonly cited components are: Steering,Suspension,Electronic Stability Control (Esc), Unknown Or Other, Engine. These percentages are based on the component field in owner complaints."

Q: "Is P0010 serious on my CHEVROLET MALIBU?"

"Of 5 NHTSA reports for this code on CHEVROLET MALIBU, none involved a crash or fire. However, any diagnostic code should be evaluated by a qualified mechanic."

Q: "What should I do if my CHEVROLET MALIBU shows P0010?"

"1) Check for recalls on your VIN at nhtsa.gov/recalls. 2) Get a professional diagnosis — a code alone doesn't identify the exact failed part. 3) Get 2-3 repair estimates to compare."

What P0010 Means on Your CHEVROLET MALIBU

P0010 is a diagnostic trouble code indicating: A Camshaft Position Actuator A Control Circuit/Open Bank 1. This code relates to the fuel and air metering system. The vehicle's computer detected a condition outside normal operating parameters and stored this code.

5 CHEVROLET MALIBU owners have reported this issue to NHTSA across model years 2009-2014. Most reports come from the 2013, 2009 model years.

Real CHEVROLET MALIBU Owner Reports

Source: NHTSA Complaints Database

"When going over any bump or turning the front end shakes and makes a clacking noise. esc is off. traction control is always off."

— 2009 CHEVROLET MALIBU owner · STEERING,SUSPENSION,ELECTRONIC STABILITY CONTROL (ESC) · Filed 09/05/2020

"The check engine light is on. the error code is p0010. i can't drive my car 6 months without some issue. this is just the latest in a long line of problems. i have had to replace my steering column when the car was only 4.5 years old. i had to replace the transmission at only 5.5 years old."

— 2010 CHEVROLET MALIBU owner · UNKNOWN OR OTHER · Filed 07/15/2016

"3/19/19 i went in for an oil/filter change and a "premier engine oil service" (which was explained as a engine flush to my wife). saturday my check engine light activates and i put a code reader on and a p0010 (intake camshaft position actuator solenoid control circuit)."

— 2013 CHEVROLET MALIBU owner · ENGINE · Filed 03/23/2019

"Keep stuck in ignition. no power. had p0010 code. changed the intake camshaft position solenoid."

— 2013 CHEVROLET MALIBU owner · ELECTRICAL SYSTEM,SEATS,ENGINE · Filed 02/13/2018

"This car is stalling and surging. you go to leave the stopped position it hesitate or stalls. dies like it's starved of fuel. rpm raises up with doing anything like a loss of power."

— 2014 CHEVROLET MALIBU owner · STEERING,ELECTRICAL SYSTEM,FUEL/PROPULSION SYSTEM · Filed 08/10/2019

All reports filed by vehicle owners directly with the U.S. Department of Transportation.

📊 Complaint Trend by Model Year

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'09

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'10

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'13

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'14

Common Causes on CHEVROLET MALIBU

Based on NHTSA complaint component analysis for this vehicle.

STEERING,SUSPENSION,ELECTRONIC STABILITY CONTROL (ESC) 20%

UNKNOWN or OTHER 20%

ENGINE 20%

ELECTRICAL SYSTEM,SEATS,ENGINE 20%

STEERING,ELECTRICAL SYSTEM,FUEL/PROPULSION SYSTEM 20%

What To Do Next

1
Check for recalls on YOUR VIN
Go to nhtsa.gov/recalls and enter your VIN. If your vehicle is covered, repairs are free.
2
Get a proper diagnosis
A code alone doesn't tell you the exact failed part. A diagnostic at a shop ($50–$150) pinpoints the root cause before you spend money on parts.
3
Compare repair quotes
Get 2–3 quotes. Dealer vs. independent shop prices often differ 30–50% for the same repair.

Frequently Asked Questions

What does P0010 mean on a CHEVROLET MALIBU? ▾

P0010 indicates: A Camshaft Position Actuator A Control Circuit/Open Bank 1. This is a fuel and air metering code. 5 CHEVROLET MALIBU owners have reported this to NHTSA.

What are the most common causes of P0010 on CHEVROLET MALIBU? ▾

Based on 5 NHTSA reports, the most commonly cited components are: Steering,Suspension,Electronic Stability Control (Esc), Unknown Or Other, Engine. These percentages are based on the component field in owner complaints.

Is P0010 serious on my CHEVROLET MALIBU? ▾

Of 5 NHTSA reports for this code on CHEVROLET MALIBU, none involved a crash or fire. However, any diagnostic code should be evaluated by a qualified mechanic.

What should I do if my CHEVROLET MALIBU shows P0010? ▾

1) Check for recalls on your VIN at nhtsa.gov/recalls. 2) Get a professional diagnosis — a code alone doesn't identify the exact failed part. 3) Get 2-3 repair estimates to compare.