Car Stall problems of the 2012 Chevrolet Malibu

17 problems related to car stall have been reported for the 2012 Chevrolet Malibu. The most recently reported issues are listed below. Please also check out the statistics and reliability analysis of the 2012 Chevrolet Malibu based on all problems reported for the 2012 Malibu.

1 Car Stall problem

Failure Date: 01/29/2021

Vehicle is stalling out while driving, then when shuts off it will not start back up. Fuel pump was replaced, worked great for 1 whole day then did the same thing, left me stranded. Fuse box was then replaced. Ran great again until recently it stalled out in the middle of a very busy street causing me to almost be hit. Pins in the fuse box were replaced, but I'm still having issues, it seems to be related to the fusebox wiring itself, because I'm also having problems with things ran off of that fuse box! this getting ridiculous I've only had this car 4 months and it's been the worst car yet I've never had a vehicle leave me stranded. It needs to be recalled.

2 Car Stall problem

Failure Date: 08/11/2020

Tl the contact owns a 2012 Chevrolet Malibu. The contact stated that while driving at 60 mph, the vehicle stalled and loss motive power without warning. The contact veered to shoulder of the roadway. The contact turned the vehicle off and back on which failed to start. The vehicle was towed back to the contact's residence. The contact went to Chevrolet of montebello (310 w whittier blvd, montebello, CA 90640) however, was informed that no recalls were on the vehicle. The vehicle was not diagnosed nor repaired. The manufacturer was not made aware of the failure. The failure mileage was approximately 200,031.

3 Car Stall problem

Failure Date: 06/01/2019

Tl the contact owns a 2012 Chevrolet Malibu. While driving 70 mph, the vehicle experienced acceleration failure and stalled. In addition, the gear had a difficult time shifting from park into reverse or drive when attempting to move out of a parked position. The vehicle was taken to bergstrom Chevrolet of madison (1345 applegate rd, madison, WI 53713, (608) 271-2212) where it was diagnosed that the body control module and an electric brake control module needed to be installed. In addition, a rear passenger side wheel speed sensor alternator circuit needed to be installed. The vehicle remained at the dealer since July 16, 2019 and the contact was informed that the repair would cost $2,700. The manufacturer provided a case number and referred the contact to a manager. The contact had not yet spoken with the manager. The contact was trying to find out what repairs were completed by the previous owner and was concerned that the repairs were not done properly. The dealer could not provide a service repair history for the vehicle. The failure mileage was unknown.

4 Car Stall problem

Failure Date: 04/01/2019

Tl the contact owns a 2012 Chevrolet Malibu. While driving approximately 55-60 mph, the vehicle stalled without warning. The contact was able to restart the vehicle approximately 20-60 minutes later. The vehicle was taken to an independent mechanic who diagnosed that there was an electrical failure and additional diagnostic testing needed to be performed. The vehicle was not repaired. Additionally, the contact stated on two separate oil change intervals, metal shavings were found in the oil filter and oil pan. Crews Chevrolet (located at 8199 rivers Ave, north charleston, SC 29406, (843) 820-7800) was informed of the failures. The contact stated that the failure recurred five times. The vehicle was not included in NHTSA campaign number: 14v252000 (service brakes, hydraulic, electrical system, exterior lighting, vehicle speed control, electronic stability control). The manufacturer was not contacted. The approximate failure mileage was 140,000.

5 Car Stall problem

Failure Date: 02/01/2019

Tl the contact owns a 2012 Chevrolet Malibu. While driving 60 mph, the vehicle stalled and it took multiple attempts to restart. The vehicle was taken to an unknown dealer where the battery plug was cleaned, but the cause of the failure could not be determined. The vehicle was not diagnosed or repaired. The manufacturer was not made aware of the failure. The failure mileage was 160,000.

6 Car Stall problem

Failure Date: 08/09/2018

While driving on the highway at 55 mph, service ecs light came on, reduced power warning light came on and car came to a full stall.

7 Car Stall problem

Failure Date: 10/24/2017

I have to replace my headlights every two weeks and have had to replace the plug outlet. Noticed that it is melting the plastic. This has been going on for a year now. Now it will not work it has happened on both driver and passenger side. Also have had my camshaft sensor replaced and keeps bringing up the check engine when I go get it read same code keeps going on. The camshaft issue is causing my car to stall in roadways making it dangerous for me and my daughter when in the car.

8 Car Stall problem

Failure Date: 08/06/2017

2012 Malibu intermittent no start . Hard crank but won't start. Problem started a month ago, randomly wouldn't start had it towed to mechanic but they couldn't duplicate problem. 2 days later same thing, had it towed again. Started next day for mechanic. After 3rd tow it wouldn't start and they replaced fuel pump. 4 days later no start again, had it towed but of course it started the 4 days mechanic had it. I picked it up and drove it all day. Tried to leave in the evening and no start. It's back at the mechanics, going to replace fuss box. Hopefully this works. It has never stalled while operating but it does lose power while driving and hesitates. Had the vehicle towed a total of 4 times and 1500$ later car still isn't fixed. Mechanic is having hard time pin pointing problem. I travel out of town on business frequently and can't depend on this vehicle. I've read multiple posts about same issue it seems chevy would try to resolve it.

9 Car Stall problem

Failure Date: 07/09/2017

The contact owns a 2012 Chevrolet Malibu. The contact stated that the vehicle would not start at times; however, when driving, it runs for a while and then stalled without warning. The vehicle was towed to a local dealer (buff whelan Chevrolet, 40445 van dyke Ave, sterling heights, mi 48313) where it was not diagnosed because the failure could not be duplicated. The dealer was able to start the vehicle and returned it to the contact. The vehicle was not repaired. The manufacturer was not notified of issue. The failure mileage was 46,500.

10 Car Stall problem

Failure Date: 03/01/2017

The contact owns a 2012 Chevrolet Malibu. While driving various speeds, the vehicle stalled without warning. In order to restart the vehicle on the first attempt, the contact had to lock and unlock the doors; however, the failure recurred. The vehicle was not diagnosed or repaired. Also, once the vehicle restarted, the security and check engine sensors illuminated. The manufacturer was not made aware of the failure. The failure mileage was approximately 28,000.

11 Car Stall problem

Failure Date: 04/15/2016

The contact owns a 2012 Chevrolet Malibu. While driving 40 mph, the vehicle failed to accelerate when the accelerator pedal was depressed. The traction warning light illuminated briefly. In addition, the vehicle stalled without warning and would require multiple attempts to restart. The failure recurred intermittently. The vehicle was taken to the dealer where it was diagnosed, but the cause of the failures was not found. The vehicle was not repaired. The manufacturer was not made aware of the failures. The VIN was unknown. The failure mileage was 107,000.

12 Car Stall problem

Failure Date: 03/10/2016

Car will not start. Son was driving and it just stalled out fortunately he was not going fast. Tried to restart but no luck. Did research and found that there are hundreds of Malibu owners with this exact same issue. As a dad and a consumer I would like gm to fix this issue before someone gets hurt or killed because of this issue . We called the dealer and was told it would 400$ to fix. Looks like us consumers are getting screwed again can u help?.

13 Car Stall problem

Failure Date: 04/10/2014

I was driving on I-70 to columbus & my car stalled. Would start up and idle, but service esc & traction control lights came on. As soon as car got warned up, would stall again.

14 Car Stall problem

Failure Date: 02/24/2014

The contact owns a 2012 Chevrolet Malibu. The contact stated that the vehicle stalled after initial start-up and could not be restarted. The failure occurred eight times over a period of five weeks. The vehicle was towed to a dealer, who was unable to diagnose the failure. The manufacturer was notified of the failure. The approximate failure mileage was 65,000.

15 Car Stall problem

Failure Date: 06/27/2013

My car had had the heads replaced in the first motor it came with then the whole motor replaced before 100k miles now the new motor doesnt barely have 100k miles on it and they are telling me my cylinder 6 isnt holding compression so I'll need another motor eventually! my transmission is leaking , its had a whole new air conditioning unit installed when my motor was replaced because it went out. The speakers on my passenger side dont work and my heating system on my seat on the driver side has went out!.

16 Car Stall problem

Failure Date: 06/01/2013

I have had issues with the esc light coming on since buying the car brand new and was told by the dealership nothing was wrong. Now the esc light comes on and the engine light and the traction light. I was told I need a throttle body this car is only 5 years old and is not paid off to have this problem. There has been multiple complaints regarding this issue with Malibus in the 2000's this is dangerous because the car stalls and will shut off while driving there should be a recall with as many complaints that has been brought forward regarding this issue. The traction light come on as well at the same time these lights come on. This is during braking, or sitting at a stop sign or light, or as I am applying the brake to stop behind other drivers it will continuously jerk and almost take off on its own.

17 Car Stall problem

Failure Date: 06/13/2012

While driving car have noticed that it shifts hard either up or down. This has happened too many times to count. Also car feels like it is trying to stall and I can not accelerate. This has happened several times once on a very busy intersection in my city. Have taken car to dealer and was told could not find anything was probably bad gas and to put premium gas in. This did not help either. Car continued to have same issues. Called dealer to let them know. Said nothing wrong. I have two small children and worry about our safety each time I drive this car. Hoping that gm does something to fix this issue soon. Looks like we are not alone with this issue.



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