Turn Signal problems of the 2005 Chevrolet Malibu - part 2

While cleaning plastic head/daytime running light cover on left and right side, I noticed both amber daytime running light/turn signal lens are melted at the top and burned from the heat of the bulbs, which may lead to a fire.

The left front turn signal lamp continues to burn out. Have replaced the lamp now 4 times since March 2011. The amber cover seems to be melting due to the extreme heat as the bulb is also the running lights when the car is put into drive on the transmission. I have replaced with the recommended bulb and also the long life bulb. The recommend bulb will last about 2 weeks, the long life I get about 2 or 3 months on it. This is only happening on the left front, not on the right front.

The contact owns a 2005 Chevrolet Malibu. The contact stated that the turn signal bulbs melted the lens cover, causing a hole. With the hole in the cover, water was able to enter causing electrical failures with the turn signals. The vehicle was inspected by a dealer and they advised him that the front lamps had failed and needed to be replaced. The vehicle was not repaired. The manufacturer was contacted and they offered no assistance. The failure mileage was approximately 64,000.

I purchased this 2005 chevy Malibu used. Shortly after had the right turn signal bulb blow, then left turn and both headlights at the same time. While replacing the bulbs, I noticed that the plastic surrounding the turn signal bulb had a large hole in it from melting. The other assembly had the same hole burnt in the turn signal light bulb cover. I have replaced the bulbs at least 2 more times this year. The problems with bulbs failing seems to happen in wet weather more frequently than dry weather. So I believe water is getting into the headlamps through these holes. The extreme heat is causing the headlight to become extremely cloudy. Replacing the headlight assembly does not fix the problem because others have said it soon starts to melt again. Please NHTSA these lighting systems that are failing are vital for nighttime driving, please get chevy to do the right thing and fix this dangerous issue.

The contact owns a 2005 Chevrolet Malibu. The contact stated that the front driver side turn signal had malfunctioned and would not activate when engaged. The contact changed the bulb but the failure was not repaired. The contact stated the wiring was faulty and needed to be diagnosed. The contact did not take the vehicle to the dealer for diagnosis or repairs. The failure mileage was 46,000. Updated 11/16/11 the consumer stated the problem was fixed due to a service bulletin that was issued. It required cutting out the turn signal bulb socket and splicing in a new socket, because the old one overheated. The consumer also stated the electrical power steering was an issue on the vehicle as well. Updated 11/18/jb.

The drivers side turn signal (inside the harness in the headlight) keeps melting the plastic snap in base of the turn signal light bulb and causes it to become inoperative. Almost causing other vehicles to crash in to me at 4 way stop signs. The harness assembly gets very hot. May one day cause a fire. I have replaced light bulbs 4 times in the last month. Will have to get serviced. This is becoming a real safety issue in the midwest becasue I have to stick my hand out when it -30 to use as a signal. The dealer charges $267 for replacement. 3 time so far and I am not sure waht is next. I belive gm should own to this problem and fix as a recall.

Since the new purchase of my 2005 Chevrolet Malibu, the turn-signal and brake-light bulbs have failed 30+ times. Most failures have been at the base of bulb where wires contact bulb socket conductors. When the dealer was asked to repair this problem, they said it was not covered under warranty and had no service bulletin pertaining to this problem! I have been stopped by police multiple times and have had near-miss incidents due to other drivers not seeing my turn signal or brake light. Upon approaching my vehicle after using remote unlock, there were flames visible in the headlamp housing at the amber lens area. Two years ago I found an obscure gm service notice pertaining to replacing the turn signal bulb socket. I purchaced the specified parts and replaced them as instructed in this bulletin. ( I am a certified master mechanic) I currently carry the necessary tools and bulbs to replace these bulbs as it is a regular occurrence, but my wife is the primary driver of this vehicle.

The turn signal bulb gets too hot and melts the orange plastic covering the ts bulb. I replaced the headlamp assemblies because the orange plastic coverings had holes melted into them, and were unrepairable. I also replaced the ts bulb with the bulb specified in TSB #06-08-42-004b which specifies use the the osram 3157 lcp bulb, gm part number 13502322. This did not correct the problem, and I am scheduled to have the headlamps replaced again for a second time, because the orange plastic covering the ts bulbs has holes in it again. I first had my headlamps replaced on 07/20/2010, and today is 07/18/2011, so it has been less that a year and the problem is reoccurring.

2005 chevy Malibu maxx front turn signals burned out, but before that, they burned/melted the plastic globe around the bulb. Have replaced bulbs numerous times before, and replaced bulb socket (melted and shorted) this time around too. This melting and shorting is certainly a mfr. Defect and should be replaced or fixed by Chevrolet. Currently I'm trying to find a way to run led bulbs to avoid the heat, but can't find an economical way due to the need for resistors (creating heat) or new flashers in the line in addition to the new bulbs.

The light bulbs number 3057 in 2 of my cars have melted the base and damaged the light sockets. As a result the light will not illuminate properly. One vehicle is a 2006 Dodge ram 3500. The bulb is used in the brake light. When it fails you get the running lights but not the brake light. There is no way to tell inside the vehicle that the brake light is not lighting. This has a serious risk of being hit from behind. The second vehicle is a 2005 Chevrolet Malibu max. Bulb 3057 is used in the front turn signals which double as the daytime running lights. On this vehicle not only does the base of the bulb melt breaking the electrical contact the plastic lens of the light is melting. Once failure occurs you may or may not get the extra fast turn signal indicator. On the driver side of the vehicle the bulb had to be replaced 4 times in six months. Both the factory bulbs melted and the sylvania replacement long life bulbs failed.

The contact owns a 2005 Chevrolet Malibu. While driving at approximately 30 mph, the steering wheel became extremely stiff and the power steering warning light illuminated on the dashboard. The vehicle was pulled over and upon restart, the vehicle operated as normal for approximately one half mile before the failure recurred. The vehicle was towed to the contact's residence and was not examined for the cause of failure. The contact also stated that she was experiencing a recurring failure in which her front turn signal would not stop working and she would have to replace the bulbs approximately once a month. The failure and current mileages were 87,000. Updated 10/27/10.

The contact owns a 2005 Chevrolet Malibu. The contact stated that a round amber-colored globe became hot and melted onto the turn signal bulb. He called the dealer and was told that he would be responsible for the cost of a diagnostic test. The vehicle was not repaired. The manufacturer stated that they were unable to offer him any assistance. The current mileage was approximately 100,125. The failure mileage was approximately 100,000.

Turn signal housing melted, dripping on turn signals making them less effective and eventually caused them to fail.

Turn signals stopped working for several weeks than began working again. I'm replacing turn signal bulbs every year. The bulb works infrequently.

The headlight covers are showing fogging and discoloration due to heat damage as a result of what appears to be the front turn signal covers melting inside the headlight covers.

The contact owns a 2005 Chevrolet Malibu. The contact stated that while applying the emergency brake, the emergency brake cable fractured. The contact also stated that the daytime running lights were becoming extremely hot and melting the headlight lens. The contact did not take the vehicle to the dealer for inspection or repairs. The failure mileage was 88,000. Updated 03/05/lj the consumer stated the day time running lights kept malfunctioning, because they were getting too hot. The consumer noticed it, because the turn signals kept malfunctioning. He thought the bulb burned out, but soon discovered it wasn't burned out. The consumer noticed the plastic clear lens had melted. Updated 03/08/12.

I have had my car since 2009 and in 2010 I started have to change my turn signals out at least once a month for burning out. There are time that the bulb will get so hot that it blows the inside of the bulb up and around the plug where the bulb goes in has dark marks has to if they are burn marks. I called Chevrolet and they said that there was nothing they could do because there was no recall on them. The back turn signals do the same and there have been many times that I would almost get hit due to this problem. I have done research and have found that my car is not the only one having the same problem that alot of 2005 Malibus are. I am afraid at this point that it is going to cause an electrical fire in my car. I feel that gm should have a recall on the problem before someone really gets hurt.

The contact owns a 2005 Chevrolet Malibu lt contact stated that the headlight socket was burnt. The contact also stated that the turn signal housing was melted. The vehicle had not been inspected or repaired. The contact called the manufacturer who stated that they would contact the dealer. The current mileage was approximately 93,000. The failure mileage was approximately 50,000.

2005 Malibu purchased new. Daytime running light/park/turn signal melting the amber bulb surround and discoloring and cracking the outer headlight lenses. This car has not been in any accident to date. I have replaced the left rear turn signal bulb twice over the life of the car. All front lights are original as purchased. I'm concerned that the lights will catch fire and so now I try to remember to disengage the drl feature while driving. I feel this is a manufacturing design problem and should be replaced with no cost to the consumer. I started to replace the lights on my own with "eagle eyes" replacements units but I have found that these are subject to a NHTSA recall as well. I will hold out to se if a recall is issued by NHTSA for this safety issue.

The contact owns a 2005 Chevrolet Malibu maxx. The front passenger side turn signal bulb failed. One week later, the front driver's side turn signal bulb also failed. He took the vehicle to the dealer and they stated that the failure caused the light housing assembly to melt. The estimated cost for repair was $1,000. The current and failure mileages were 78,000.

Turn signal on my 2005 chevy Malibu maxx. Just like several other complaint on this site I have had to replace bulbs monthly if not weekly. I have discoleration on the right front light housing from heat and sometimes smell the smell of something electric burning always coming from the recently burned out bulb. Dealer will do nothing because car is no longer covered under the warranty.

The contact owns a 2005 Chevrolet Malibu. While driving at an unknown speed the contact turned on the front turn signal and it did not work. He changed the light bulb which corrected temporarily corrected the failure. He replaced the bulb 6 to 8 times per the manufacturers recommendation and the failure continued to occur. The globe was hot enough to melt the bulb. He replaced a bulb on November 18,2010 and the following day that bulb burned out. The last bulb was not replaced. The vehicle was taken to the dealer who stated that there was no recall related to the failure. The failure mileage was approximately 50,000. The current mileage was 105,000.

The contact owns a 2005 Chevrolet Malibu. The contact stated that while driving approximately 30 mph, the turn signals overheated and burned, causing the plastic around the bulb to melt. The contact called the dealership but was informed that he would be charged to have the vehicle inspected. The failure mileage was approximately 55,000. The current mileage was approximately 65,000.

I have a 05 Malibu maxx my turn signal have melted I see many complaints is this a recall?.

I have a 2005 Malibu classic where the turn signals will stop working then all of a sudden start working again. The fuses are good, no loose wires that I can see, bulbs appear okay. The problem comes and goes. Any suggestions, advice, ideas?.

Amber lens on turn signals and daytime running lights has melted and burned down onto bulb. This has happened to both right and left turn signals.

This is ridiculous. I have been reading about all these incidents where people's headlights are melting. I have replaced my driver's side headlight twice now! the turn signals are getting so hot they are melting the base, causing the bulbs to burn out and the casing around the bulbs to melt. I also have people flash their brights at me every night because my headlights burn so brightly. I'm afraid my headlight will eventually catch fire. The entire assembly is starting to fog and melt now. . . And I can't keep spending the money to buy a new headlight!.

The bulb in the front left turn signal became too hot and burned out while melting the amber cover around it. After replacing the bulb, the turn signal and high level running light function would not work but the low level light still operates when the headlights are on. I replaced the bulb twice and cleaned the connector and get intermittent use of the turn signal, but I never know if it's going to work or not.

Front left turn signal repeatedly burns out, amber casing has melted hole, changing bulbs does not fix problem.

Front turn signals and headlights burn our regularly have replace approximately 18 to date. The amber lens are melted. Gm states estimated $700 to repair. Please note numerous complaints post on several web sites. This does not appear to isolated incident is a safety concern. I noticed may be on other recall for same issue, different model year?? tired of replacing bulbs may be a socket failure and circuit board failure. Gm reportedly has issued tech. Bulletin but, have not received notice of its publication. Again other owners having same issue reportedly. Reportedly, gm is aware of the issue. This issue started just out of warranty. On my way to the store to buy more bulbs. Tired of buying bulbs.

The contact owns a 2005 Chevrolet Malibu. The contact stated that the driver's side-turning signal failed to activate. The vehicle was taken to the dealer for diagnostic testing, who stated that the light failed. The manufacturer was not notified of the failure. The approximate failure mileage was 100,000.

Tl-the contact owns a 2005 Chevrolet Malibu maxx. The contact stated the front light assembly turn signal the yellow plastic was burnt on both left and right sides. The vehicle was taken to the dealer who stated there are no recalls or recourse for this failure. The relacement of the front light assembly would cost him $200 for the repairs. The manufacturer was not contacted. The failure mileage was 82,000. Mw.

Noticed both front turn signals/daytime running lamps yellow covers were melted. It had discolored light lens due to apparent extreme heat.

We own a 2005 Malibumax, recently the right front turn signal bulb died so I replaced it in accordance with the owners manual. When I opened the lighting unit to remove the bulb I found the bulb had melted the amber plastic enclosure that surrounds the bulb. I thought this was odd however I thought maybe the bulb has shorted out and burned since the glass was shattered. I than checked the right front turn signal which was functioning, I found that the bulb had melted the amber enclosure as well. This seems like a defective design that could cause a fire.

The contact owns a 2005 Chevrolet Malibu. Both of the front turn signal lenses have a one half inch hole burned into the top of the plastic. The plastic has completely melted and turned brown. The shiny material has turned a dull white. The dealer stated that nothing could be done because the vehicle was out of warranty. The purchase date was unknown. The current mileage was 64,000 and failure mileage was 50,000. Updated 02-14-08. The consumer stated the dealer informed him the repairs would not be covered by the dealer. The consumer stated would have to pay out of pocket for repairs. Updated 02/14/08.