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If the volume control on the 2018 Chevy Malibu is malfunctioning, there could be a couple of common causes. One possibility is that the knob's thread may have worn out, preventing it from adjusting the volume. In this case, a replacement knob would be necessary, costing approximately $15 to $20. Another potential issue could be the wires powering the radio have become damaged, leading to volume control problems along with other related issues. There is also a chance that the fuse box has malfunctioned, requiring you to access the panel to the left of the steering wheel and inspect the fuse. A new fuse would typically be priced around $10.
It's not about the physical knobs or wires, but a common problem with the radio module failing to wake up after entering sleep mode. The communication protocol needs to be updated.
No need to worry, I'm confident that nothing is damaged from overheating. There's a problem with this vehicle that GM knows about, but they have no plans to fix it, similar to the situation with the steering problem.
If you're having trouble with the sound on your 2018 Chevy Malibu, it could be due to a faulty button or knob, or perhaps damaged wiring.