We have classified the 179 complaints from 2002 Chevrolet Malibu about ELECTRICAL SYSTEM into the following categories.
Problems with vehicle's radio equipment. *mr the vehicle would lose the time and the radio would lose stations when the vehicle was turned on, the temperature gauge read above normal, the cruise control would cut off and when the engine was cold there would be a hesitation. *sc
While attempting to start vehicle it failed to start. consumer tried to start the vehicle numerous times before and was able to do so. vehicle was taken to the dealer for inspection, and mechanic determined that the ignition lock sensor needed to be replaced. *ak *nm
Upon putting the key into the ignition and turning it ignition switch failed to move. the remedy was to have the entire ignition switch replaced. five months later the same thing recurred, and again the switch had to be replaced. *ak
While traveling on the highway and without prior warning vehicle will shut down, and will not restart. *ak
Ignition switch locked up, making it impossible to turn the vehicle on. *ak