Seven problems related to ignition have been reported for the 1997 Chevrolet Malibu. The most recently reported issues are listed below.
I would like to get a replacement,discount or free service on my 1997 Malibu. I've had my car since 2004 and had to get another motor in 2005 which is needed now . This car has put me down a lot not only problems with the motor but the ignition locked up and I had to replace that as well as the brakes and rotors that last about 2 or 3 months. I also have a problem with the lights not working properly they only work on high beam. I can't find a more reasonable mechanic that's willing to repair the motor that I currently have due to the type which is a 2. 4 and a used motor cost about half the price of a new one. Please help!.
Ignition lock failed! we can't turn the key to start car! tumblers must have frozen!.
Ignition failed. Key would not turn in the ignition. Missed work!!! began to work again several hours later.
All of the above listed in the complaints. No components listed.
We have had numerous things repaired or replaced on this car. Everything from the carpet to the radio to warped rotors. We are currently trying to "get out of" our lease due to the number of problems that we are experiencing. It's become quite a nuisance to have and we are dissappointed and even angry at the fact that these many problems have gone uninvestigated by the dealer that we take it to for repairs. Fortunately, there have been no serious malfunctions with the car causing accidents. We have an extensive list of repairs done to the car starting less than six months from the date of purchase. To date, we have had this car serviced for repairs on average, once every six weeks.
Ignition failed.
Key won't turn in ignition, had to be fixed twice.