37 problems related to electronic stability control have been reported for the 2005 Chevrolet Malibu. The most recently reported issues are listed below. Please also check out the statistics and reliability analysis of the 2005 Chevrolet Malibu based on all problems reported for the 2005 Malibu.
On going problem. When I take my foot off the gas it maintains the speed and the cruise control is off. I have to brake several times to get it to slow down and when I'm fully braked the engine seems to be racing. By the time I get to repair service it has straighten out and since it isn't doing it they can't find the problem.
Loud "clunking" sound in steering column and loss of power assisted steering while driving. I have taken the vehicle for repair 5 times. Steering column has been replaced and electric steering gear. Still get a loud "clunk" when steering as well as loss of power assist. Car pulls to the right and I have to constantly steer left to stay straight. Dealership claims the steering is aligned and that they can no longer work on the vehicle, except to grease the steering column.