Ignition Switch problems of the 2005 Chevrolet Malibu

Ignition switch prooblems.

Tl the contact owns a 2005 Chevrolet Malibu. While operating the vehicle, the brake lights intermittently failed to illuminate when depressing the brake pedal. Also, the front driver side window failed to operate and would not roll down and the rear passenger door could not be unlocked from inside the vehicle. Furthermore, the ignition key could be removed from the ignition switch while driving the vehicle and, after starting the engine, the vehicle suddenly stalled and shut off. The cause of the failures was not diagnosed or repaired. The manufacturer and local dealer were not notified of the failures. The failure mileage was 60,000.

My car has been stalling out randomly usually at highway speeds has done this about 5 times in two weeks I just had my recall done but the problem still exists very dangerous mechanic seem to think its my ignition switch not just the keys and cover gm did on recall I'm wondering if other complaints have come in and what should I do. I thought this is why they recalled the cars for stalling out, no steering, brakes etc.

Chip in ignition cylinder case bad not reading the key times -licensed mechanic had to take apart the dash board remove and replace the ignition cylinder case-used the same ignition switch and the same key. Car had a security code replaced the cae-cleared the code car okay now. Customer ask for the part, could not understand why her american made car had a part made in mexico, she requested the part . It was on or about 6/11/2014 I did not get the car in until 6/13/2014 my sister and my nephew had to push the car into a safe place I am a diabetic with high blood pressure with a prosthetic device. I reported it to general motors service referral 71-1373188022 employee wendy and gave her a photo of the part, they did a recall on my keys, that was not the problem I was having.

The contact owns a 2005 Chevrolet Malibu classic. The contact stated that the vehicle failed to start on several occasions. The vehicle was taken to an independent mechanic who stated that the fuel pump needed to be replaced. The vehicle was repaired, but the failure recurred four days later. The vehicle was towed to an independent repair shop where it was diagnosed that the ignition switch needed to be adjusted and replaced. Also, the technician stated that there was a low voltage charge going through the vehicle, which caused the ignition switch to short. The vehicle was repaired. The manufacturer was notified of the failure. The approximate failure mileage was 82,000.

While checking out my daughters 2005 Malibu classic for complaints about intermittent airbag light I happened to slightly tug on her keychain while driving about 50 mph on the highway. The engine shut off. I lost power steering. I lost power brakes. I could not restart the car while it was moving. Luckily I was able to pull it over to the side of the road. It would not restart until I put the shift lever into park. I investigated this on the internet and found other gm vehicles being recalled but not this one. I called gm's recall line. They said to contact my dealer. I asked the dealer to make some keys with a center hole rather than a slot (at my expense) to prevent the ignition switch from rotating to engine off when a keychain is attached. They said they could not do it without gm authorization. I am concerned about my family members using this vehicle. Luckily no one was hurt.

The contact owns a 2005 Chevrolet Malibu. The contact stated that while attempting to turn the engine off, the ignition key failed to turn in order to shut the vehicle off. The contact mentioned that on occasions the vehicle would not start due to the ignition switch malfunctioning. The vehicle was taken to the dealer who diagnosed that the ignition switch cylinder needed to be replaced. The vehicle was repaired. The manufacturer was notified of the failure. The failure mileage was 112,000.

Tl - the contact owns a 2005 Chevrolet Malibu classic. The contact stated that while driving approximately 65 mph, the ignition key was able to move out of position causing the vehicle to stall without warning. The vehicle was taken to a private mechanic where it was diagnosed that the ignition switch needed to be replaced. The manufacturer was notified of the failure. The vehicle was not repaired. The approximate failure and current mileage was 128,000. Dr.

The contact owns a 2005 Chevrolet Malibu. The contact stated that while driving approximately 45 mph, the vehicle suddenly stalled. The contact indicated that the engine and all of the electronics in the vehicle suddenly shut off. The vehicle was diagnosed by the dealer and the contact was informed that the ignition switch was defective and needed to be replaced. The manufacturer was notified and no solution was offered. The failure mileage was 40,600. Updated 4/4/cn.

Tl- the contact owns a 2005 Chevrolet Malibu max. The contact stated that his ignition key will only start the vehicle if he lifts the key while it it is in the ignition and continues to lift while turning. The contact bought his vehicle to the dealer. The dealer stated that the ignition switch would need to be replaced. The manufacturer was not alerted of this failure. The vehicle was not repaired. The failure mileage was 200,000. Az.

The contact owns a 2005 Chevrolet Malibu. The contact stated that while driving approximately 60 mph, the vehicle stalled without warning. The vehicle was restarted after several attempts. The failure recurred on fourteen separate occasions at any given speed being driven. The vehicle was taken to the dealer where the ignition switch was replaced. The manufacturer was notified of the failure. The approximate failure mileage was 80,000.

The ignition switch to start the car is defective. The cylinder does not turn with the key at the first try nor the second try.

Tl-the contact owns a 2005 Chevrolet Malibu. The contact stated there were numerous attempts before the engine would operate. The failure recurred continuously. The vehicle was taken to an authorized dealer, who informed that the failure was contributed to the faulty ignition switch. The vehicle had not been repaired. The manufacturer was notified of the defect. The approximate failure mileage was 30,000. Js.

The contact owns a 2005 Chevrolet Malibu. While driving approximately 65 mph, the engine stalled. The vehicle restarted after forty five minutes. The failure occurred twelve times. The dealer was unable to diagnose the cause of the failure. The contact stated that the ignition switch was replaced, but the failure persisted. The vehicle was not repaired and the manufacturer was not notified of the failure. The approximate failure mileage was 87,000.

My vehicle stalled on rairoad track-when it hit the jarring --between the pavement and the tracks---the train was at a great distance---so the engineer stated---when they were 2078 feet from my Chevrolet Malibu -2005---they started to blow whistle----when I saw tghe train at a great distance -and yes I did have heavy things on my keychain--but gm failed to notify -I have a mailbox and a telephone--I was hitting the gas pedal over and over again and when I was doing that I remember hitting the ignition switch but the car was already dead-I was impacted and almost lost my life---it took me 3 years to recoperate----I did not know about the recall--and they started the recall in 2014--cover up gm--you should have startedit in 2010!!!!!!!!!!!!!!! there are 26 photos -but not in my posession I will attempt to obtain them----.

The contact owns a 2005 Chevrolet Malibu. The contact stated that the power windows, locks, linkages, and ignition switch sporadically become inoperative. She took the vehicle to the dealer and they replaced the ignition switch at the cost of $495. The manufacturer stated that they would not assume responsibility for any repairs because the vehicle exceeded its mileage. All remedies as of March 31, 2009 have been insufficient in correcting the failures. The failure mileage was 45,000 and current mileage was 51,000.

The steering wheel lock broke that in turn made the ignition switch go out and not recognize that it was supposed to turn, causing the lock and tumbler to need to be replaced. Then, after being replaced it needed to be taken to a dealer to have a flash done to it, for the car to recognize the new ignition. You can't get old parts for this, and the parts have to be purchased from the dealer.