general problems of the 1997 Chevrolet Malibu

17 problems related to electrical system have been reported for the 1997 Chevrolet Malibu. The most recently reported issues are listed below.

1 Electrical System problem

Failure Date: 08/02/2021

Theft light. Car won’t start it’s happened 20 times in the last 6 months. I was driving and theft light caused everything to shut down. This is a dangerous thing that needs to be fixed.

2 Electrical System problem

Failure Date: 03/16/2016

The contact owns a 1997 Chevrolet Malibu. While driving approximately 15 mph, the vehicle stalled without warning. The vehicle was towed to a dealer for diagnostic testing. The vehicle was not diagnosed or repaired. The manufacturer was not notified of the failure. The approximate failure mileage was 88,000.

3 Electrical System problem

Failure Date: 03/10/2016

Ignition shuts off while driving.

4 Electrical System problem

Failure Date: 10/01/2014

Received recall notice from Chevrolet division of general motors September 2014. Gm recall 14350. Ignition shut off problem. Gm advised me by letter to take vehicle to dealer for repair by oct 1, 2014. Complied with gm request on oct 1, 2014, but was told by dealer that gm had not sent parts for repair and to check back in one month. Complied with dealer request and recontacted dealer on Nov 10, 2014 for repair. Was told by dealer that gm still had not sent parts and that my name would be added to a call back list. As of this date, Nov 21, 2014 have not had a call back from dealer.

5 Electrical System problem

Failure Date: 05/22/2014

1997 Chevrolet Malibu. The consumer states that the auto would not start or would continue to run after the key was removed from the ignition. The consumer stated the vehicle left her stranded during the months of may, June, and July. The ignition lock cylinder was finally replaced.

6 Electrical System problem

Failure Date: 05/26/2009

1997 Chevrolet Malibu. Consumer writes in regards to ignition cylinder lock and switch recall repairs and seeks reimbursement.

7 Electrical System problem

Failure Date: 08/13/2008

The car has a theft system in it which on numerous occasions doesn't let me start the car . It is a 1997 chevy Malibu.

8 Electrical System problem

Failure Date: 10/02/2006

Car goes into lockdown frequently because of the theft alert system and you have to wait 10 minutes before the car will start. I believe this is a safety concern and potential hazard to anyone is operating this vehicle. I called dealership to discuss this problem and there reply is "well the car is old and you need to see about purchasing another one". I got this reply in 2007. I have also researched it on the internet and found that this is a common problem in chevy Malibu's, which to me constitutes a manufacturing defect as well as a safety concern.

9 Electrical System problem

Failure Date: 04/22/2004

My first issue is with the lights on the Malibu. My light developed condensation in them which in the rear caused the light to glow dim, and caused e to get pulled over on a number of times. In the front it has caused the glass shield to fog causing me to fail vehicle inspection. There have are many other electrical malfunctions on my car such as the theft lock system, the power moon roof, the manufacturer's cd player, the headlight control switch. Then it has a problem with emissions. The headliner is falling off the ceiling.

10 Electrical System problem

Failure Date: 04/11/2004

When driving at night consumer was unable to see the gauges because the lights shut off inside of the vehicle.

11 Electrical System problem

Failure Date: 01/01/2004

I have a 1997 Chevrolet Malibu and my sister has a 1997 Chevrolet venture. We both experience the same instances with our vehichles. The check engine light will come on frequently, the abs brake light will come one frequently. It happens to my car, the 97 Chevrolet Malibu every other time I turn on my car. I have to turn it off, and then restart it and then the lights go off. When the light is on, the abs brakes do not work. My sister got her 1997 Chevrolet venture looked at and fixed and they said that it was a sensor. I find it odd that we both have the same problems. Is there a recall on any electrical device or sensor? please let me know.

12 Electrical System problem

Failure Date: 03/10/2003

Poor manufacturing and quality of vehicle components.

13 Electrical System problem

Failure Date: 01/26/2003

There has been numerous problems with the brakes, they have been replaced every 20,000 miles. The cruise control has been fixed a few times and needs repair again. Now, the engine has started to consume oil and I have been told it needs replacement. The Malibu is a lemon of a car.

14 Electrical System problem

Failure Date: 02/02/2001

Vehicle experienced electrical problems.

15 Electrical System problem

Failure Date: 08/01/1997

5 different times, vehicle stalling in the middle of traffic causing exteme anxiety and stress, replace the pcm. Check engine light is on, due to cap cracked, replace fuel cap, clean code road test ok. Gas pedal loose, replace accel pedal shaft and bracket assembly.

16 Electrical System problem

Resistor failed. Nlm.

17 Electrical System problem

Vehicle has been serviced eight times for the electrical problems.



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