general problems of the 2003 Chevrolet Malibu - part 1

Multiple times, the vehicle, while driving, electrically shuts down. Security light comes on, sometimes, many attempts to restart will work. These shutdowns cause me to revet to manual bakes and steering.

Experiencing intermittent failure of passcode system, service engine soon light. Vehicle repeatedly will not start due to activation of passcode system. Warning light will come on while driving, but goes away upon restart. Experiencing loss of dash controls while driving, but return within a few minutes vehicle mileage is 205000.

Tamara recall . Ignition gets stuck in the acc position when shutting car off after placing vehicle in park. Key can be removed in acc position and allows car to be started without the key and allows vehicle the be shifted out of park and into gear.

Odi number 10593580 was filed in may 2014. This has not been corrected as this date 10/20/17. The car will not shut off and the key will not come out as stated in the complaint of may 2014. I keep spending $$ on this and no action. Surly all these cars do the same thing.

The contact owns a 2003 Chevrolet Malibu. The contact stated that the brake system failed. While the brake pedal was depressed, the brake system failed to engage and the vehicle vibrated. The contact had to engage the emergency brake to bring the vehicle to a stop. The contact also mentioned that the key had to be released from the ignition with force. The manufacturer was notified of the failures and stated that there were no open recalls. The vehicle was not taken to the dealer for diagnostic testing. The VIN was not available. The failure mileage was 37,000.

The contact owns a 2003 Chevrolet Malibu. The contact stated that the vehicle would not function after the key was shifted into the on position. The vehicle was towed to an unknown Chevrolet dealer where it was diagnosed that the alarm system independently shut down the vehicle. The manufacturer was not notified of the failure. The failure mileage was approximately 150,000.

Previously submitted complaint on 5-23-2017 NHTSA #10991171. Took car in for recall repair on may 11, 2017. Random shut down on the road continued. Took car back in for "diagnostic" on June 15, 2017. David maus chevy had car for over 4 hours and could not find a problem. I received new keys on the off-chance that the 14-year-old original keys could be the issue. Today, 6-23-2017, the car again turned off on the highway. Photo attached - clearly the key is still in the "on" position. While at the dealership on June 15th, another man with the same model car was there for the exact same problem. His name is chris, also from deltona, and I encouraged him to file an incident report with NHTSA.

The drivers side brake light doesn't work. I have tried changing the bulb several times, but it will not work. A few yrs back I saw a recall on this but I didn't take advantage of it and now I cannot find it anymore I would like info on what I should do now as I got a warning ticket !! thanks.

Both headlights suddenly won't work, bulbs fine, checked relays too, fuses fine.

Key will not turn ignition; would not shut off completely; steering wheel unlocked.

While driving on a busy road during rush hour, vehicle theft system light began flashing, disabling the engine while vehicle was moving. Dealer was contacted for advice, told that most likely solution is replacement of the body control module, for a cost of $700. $700 for a known and potentially very dangerous safety issue is unbelievable.

On July 20, 2015 could not adjust the front driver seat. Also power windows in the back driver window would not roll down or up. July 23, 2015 when to get an oil change at sears which they didn't peform due to they needed drive time to approve. Checked the oil it was very low added 1 quart on August 10 I was on the freeway going speed limit car started reducing its speed heard a loud noise pulled over couldnot drive it so I had it towed home next day ain had to have it towed to the shop where drivetime told me to take it they had it from 8/11/2015-8/25/2015 on Aug 26 they so called put a new engine it was only 1 day later the check engine light came on and it overheated took it back to the shop and they said it needed the cat converter replaced in which it was not covered at that time on the 28 it was approved by the time I was informed drive time had my car repo due to nonpayment I feel that I should not make a payment until my car was fixed the right way.

The contact owns a 2003 Chevrolet Malibu. While the vehicle was parked, it failed to start until after several attempts. In addition, while driving various speeds, the vehicle shut off without warning. The contact mentioned that it took multiple attempts to restart the vehicle. The failure recurred intermittently. The vehicle was not diagnosed or repaired. The manufacturer was not made aware of the failure. The failure mileage was 104,000.

First time incident occurred was 6/18/15, twice on 6/23/2015 and once on 6/24/15. Theft system caused car not to start; performed trouble shooting method according to owner's manual (leaving key in ignition on position wait 10 minutes for the theft system to stop blinking, turn key in ignition to off then restart) which doesn't indicate further action to take if problem persists. Took it to ryan Chevrolet dealer in monroe, la on 6/24/15 where service advisor travis stuart said 125. 00 diagnostic charge has to be paid to find out the problem which I've already indicated what it was and was unable to fix the issue which is an urgent safety concern because according to him the dealership was behind and backup in repairs. He scheduled for me to come in for 6/26/15 at 8am which travis stated was the earliest appointment availability he had. Spoke to Chevrolet. Com live chat customer care representative alexandria on 6/24/15 shortly after 9pm and stated to her the problem along with what the dealership told me. Alexandria told me that there were no recalls for this type of issue regarding 2003 chevy Malibu, owner's manual is just a stepping stone as a guideline, vehicle is over 10 yrs old so it is no longer under warranty and repairs have to made at my own expense with no type of reimbursement to the customer. I was not aware this vehicle was a recall until I went to the dmv to get it registered is where I was informed regarding this particular make/model of this vehicle. I shouldn't have to pay for something that is an manufacturer defect gm is knowingly aware of indicated in their owner's manual nor I should be held accountable for something through no fault of my own. I am fearful of driving this vehicle to work or school putting my life at risk everyday.

Tl- the contact owns a 2003 Chevrolet Malibu. The contact stated that while driving the vehicle the security system came on and the vehicle shut down. The vehicle had to be towed to a dealer. The vehicle had not been diagnosed at the time of the complaint. The current mileage was unknown. Rl.

The contact owns a 2003 Chevrolet Malibu. While driving at an unknown speed, the vehicle stalled. In addition, the check engine light, power steering, traction control, and air bag warning lights illuminated. The contact mentioned that the vehicle was preciously repaired under NHTSA campaign number: 14v40000 (electrical system); however, the recall remedy failed to repair the vehicle. The manufacturer was made aware of the failure. The failure mileage was 119,000.

Tl-the contact owns a 2003 Chevrolet Malibu. The contact stated when attempting to start the vehicle the ignition key failed to turn into any position. The vehicle was towed to the dealer and the vehicle was not repaired. In 2013, the vehicle was repaired under NHTSA campaign number: 14v400000 (electrical system) however, the remedy was insufficient. The manufacturer was notified of the problem. The approximate failure mileage was 118,285. Pam.

The car was being driven and the engine suddenly shut off. Fortunately the car was being driven through a parking lot at the time rather than on a roadway. This evening the car wouldnt start at all. My personal mechanic has already advised that there is an ignition problem. However neither gm or the chevy dealership will fix the issue. They insist on charging for a second diagnostic even though we've already pd someone else for a diagnosis.

There was no accident. Took vehicle in for safety recall 14350 unintended ignition key rotation. The switch is still exactly as it was before, no resistance between key position 1(off) and key postion 2(run). There is no difference in the feel of the switch key rotation. Don't feel recall problem was resolved. Thought this was worth a note to NHTSA since gm is saying recalls cost 4. 1b.

The contact owns a 2003 Chevrolet Malibu. The contact stated that while driving at 35 mph, the left turn signal stayed illuminated. The vehicle was restarted and the failure persisted. The vehicle was taken to an independent mechanic where it was diagnosed that the bcm module needed to be replaced. The vehicle was not repaired. The manufacturer was not notified of the failure. The failure mileage was unknown.

2003 Chevrolet monte carlo. Consumer writes in regards to unsatisfactory recall repair work at dealership. The consumer stated the ignition defect still exists.

The contact owns a 2003 Chevrolet Malibu. The contact stated that the shift lever failed to shift into park leaving the vehicle in the accessory mode, which would drain the battery. The failure recurred on several occasions. The vehicle was taken to the dealer who diagnosed that the shifter linkage failed and needed to be replaced. The vehicle was not repaired. The contact stated that the VIN was not included in NHTSA campaign number: 14v224000 (power train). The manufacturer was made aware of the failure. The approximate failure mileage was 140,000.

The contact owns a 2003 Chevrolet Malibu. The contact stated that while driving at approximately 65 mph, the vehicle stalled without warning. The vehicle was repaired under NHTSA campaign id number: 14v400000 (electrical system) however, the failure persisted on numerous occasions. The manufacturer was not made aware of the failure. The approximate failure mileage was 65,200.

Tl-the contact owns a 2003 Chevrolet Malibu. The contact received recall NHTSA campaign number: 14v400000 (electrical system). The contact stated that the vehicle was repaired under recall. Shortly after vehicle was repaired in recall, it began to exhibit the same failures as mentioned in the recall. The contact stated that while driving 10 mph, the engine stalled as every light on the dash illuminated and turned off. The vehicle will sporadically start. The dealer was not made aware of the failures. The manufacturer was not made aware of the failure. The failure mileage was 168,000. Mc.

2003 Chevrolet classic. Consumer writes in regards to ignition key recall notice. According to the recall notice, the parts were not available.

Tl-the contact owns a 2003 Chevrolet Malibu. The contact received a notification for recall NHTSA campaign number: 14v400000 (electrical system). However, the part to do the repair was unavailable. The manufacturer exceeded a reasonable amount of time for the recall repairs. The manufacturer was not made aware of the issue. The contact had not experienced a failure. Pam.

In latejune/early July 2014, we bought the Malibu from a private party. We don't know what kind of key chain the girl we got the car from used, however after the cobalt recall, I know that my daughter only uses the ignition key with no weight on the chain. Now there is a recall on the keys for this car, gm recall 14350, and this cars ignition is messed up. Is it possible that this ignition needs to be replaced too? I will be researching this further. Even though I've sent an e-mail, I don't have access to a computer. The best way to reach me is on my home phone.

Tl-the contact owns a 2003 Chevrolet Malibu. The contact received notification of NHTSA campaign number:14v400000 (electrical system) however, the part to do the repair was unavailable. The contact stated that the manufacturer exceeds a reasonable amount of time for the recall. The manufacturer was made aware of the issue. The contact had not experience a failure. Kw.

Tl-the contact owns a 2003 Chevrolet Malibu. The contact had the vehicle serviced under NHTSA campaign id number: 14v400000 (electrical system) but did not have the failure until the vehicle was repaired. The contact stated while driving approximately 30 mph, the vehicle stalled. After several attempts, the vehicle restarted. The failure recurred multiple times intermittently. The vehicle was not repaired. The manufacturer was notified of the failure. The approximate failure mileage was 103,000. Mf.

Tl-the contact owns a 2003 Chevrolet Malibu. The contact received notification of NHTSA campaign number: 14v400000 (electrical system) however, the part to do the repair was unavailable. The contact stated that the manufacturer exceeded a reasonable amount of time for the recall recall. The manufacturer was made aware of the issue. The contact did not experience a failure. The VIN was not available. Djr.

The contact owns a 2003 Chevrolet Malibu. The contact received a notification for recall NHTSA campaign number: 14v400000 (electrical system). However, the part needed was unavailable to service the vehicle under the recall. The dealer was unable to provide an expected date for the parts to become available. The manufacturer was notified of the issue. The contact had not experienced a failure.

The contact owns a 2003 Chevrolet Malibu. The contact received a recall notification for NHTSA campaign id number: 14v400000 (electrical system) and stated that the part needed was unavailable to perform the recall repair. The manufacturer was notified of the issue. The contact had not experienced a failure.

2003 Chevrolet Malibu classic. Consumer got car fixed due to recall of ignition problems. Requesting reimbursement. The consumer was denied reimbursement, because the repair was not done by a gm dealer. The ignition lock cylinder was replaced. The consumer stated the nearest dealer was 40 miles away.

6-10-14 no crank start ,had to reset security systems code b2960 and p1626c firestone 312-787-8828 store#026514 chicago,IL 60610 6-19-14 was diving on lake shore dr got on off ramp and the car just cut off no power it did start back up but lucky it didn't happen went I was going fast.

The car shut off with no warning while driving on the road. This was a total shut-down of the car; including the loss of power steering and the functionality of the brake booster. The car afterwards becomes difficult to start. It may take several tries or a prolonged waiting period until the car will want to start. After it does start there's no telling if it will shut off again while driving. It has shut off while going through turns, and pulling out into traffic.