No, it is not.
If it is a 2.2 then yes.
The 2012 Chevrolet Malibu has an inline 4 engine.
The 2012 Chevrolet Malibu has a 2.4 L base engine size.
The 2012 Chevrolet Malibu's engine produces 170 hp @ 6200 rpm.
That engine is pushrod, it is the GM 3100 if I'm not mistaken. What are symptoms because bent valves are unlikely.
The 2012 Chevrolet Malibu's engine produces 158 ft-lbs. @ 5200 rpm.
It is an interference engine.It is an interference engine.
It is an interference engine.It is an interference engine.
Interference,
Interference engine.
no it is not :\