Four problems related to ignition module have been reported for the 2001 Chevrolet Malibu. The most recently reported issues are listed below. Please also check out the statistics and reliability analysis of the 2001 Chevrolet Malibu based on all problems reported for the 2001 Malibu.
I own the chevy Malibu 2001- the car shuts off while it is driving-the theft light goes on and the car shuts down. There was a recall for the ignition problem with this car. I paid $500 to have the ignition module replaced. Also, gm sent me a recall 14350-the new car worked for a little bit of time but within the last month-the problem is worse than ever.
I have never received a notice that my 2001 chev Malibu was involved in any recall. Starting Nov. 11, 2013, the ignition system would shut off when driving. My mechanic replaced a relay and checked the electrical connections for a total charge of $297. 46 including towing. The problem continued so on 12/24/13 with electrical diagnosis and replacement of the body control module, I incurred a charge of $813. 20. With the two charges totaling $1,110. 20 I feel now related to the key set issue. Fortunately I just use the car in town and have not driven on freeways at higher speeds because I recognized the potential existed for some kind of hazardous condition.
5 mos after purchasing car, the transmission had to be replaced. A few months later the engine would shut off while driving on the road. The following parts have been replaced: ignition module, spark plugs, fan belt, water pump, knock sensor, camshaft position sensor, crankshaft sensor, ignition switch.
The fuel guage reports incorrect fuel level. You can go the the gas station and fill the car up and the gas hand will show it as being empty and before you put fuel in the tank the guage was at a 1/4 tank. You may have to turn the car off and on several times before it will show that it is full. Also, while driving all of a sudden the car will cut off in heavy traffic. One time the car showed 3/4 tank of fuel while it was empty. Luckly, I was on a downgrade and was able to get it into the emergency lane on the interstate. The dealer has told me that there is not a problem with the fuel system. Furthermore, the check engine light has come on because the oxygen sensor has been damaged by the car running out of gas.