Problems with 2003 Chevrolet Malibu ELECTRICAL SYSTEM

Tl* the contact owns a 2003 chevrolet malibu. the contact received a recall notification for nhtsa campaign number: 14v400000 (electrical system); however, the part to do the repair was unavailable. the manufacturer exceeded a reasonable amount of time for the recall repairs. the manufacturer was not made aware of the issue. the contact had not experienced a failure.

When i was leaving the regal chevrolet dealership after having been there for 2 hours for them to place a piece in the key loop of my key ring my car shut off. i asked them why it was still cutting off after it suppose to have been fixed and they stated that they did not know. i had my 13 month old son in the car with me and the entire approximately 5 miles it took for me to get back to my residence the car cut off repeatedly. i was in fear of my child as well as my own safety and was very upset that the dealership did not do more to rectify my issue. my car was not doing this before and now it will not stop. i have replaced several parts on my car and still it is doing the same thing. after hearing about the recall i took my car to the dealership and still it is doing the same thing. i need my car but do not know what to do. i am so afraid to drive the car with my son who is special needs because i do not know when it will shut off. *tr

Tl* the contact owns a 2003 chevrolet malibu. the contact stated that a piece of clothing became caught in the ignition key while driving 30 mph. the ignition key then haphazardly released from the ignition switch but the vehicle continued to drive normally without the key being in the ignition switch. the contact reinserted the key while the vehicle was still powered on and running. the vehicle was not diagnosed or repaired. the manufacturer was not notified of the failure. the failure mileage was 103,000. updated 04/13/15*lj updated 9/20/2017*cn

In latejune/early july 2014, we bought the malibu from a private party. we don't know what kind of key chain the girl we got the car from used, however after the cobalt recall, i know that my daughter only uses the ignition key with no weight on the chain. now there is a recall on the keys for this car, gm recall 14350, and this cars ignition is messed up. is it possible that this ignition needs to be replaced too? i will be researching this further. even though i've sent an e-mail, i don't have access to a computer. the best way to reach me is on my home phone. *tr

Tl* the contact owns a 2003 chevrolet malibu. the contact received a recall notification for nhtsa campaign number: 14v400000 (electrical system); however, the part to do the repair was unavailable. the contact stated that the manufacturer exceeded a reasonable amount of time for the recall repair. the manufacturer was made aware of the issue. the contact had not experienced a failure.

Tl* the contact owns a 2003 chevrolet malibu. while driving approximately 30 mph, the vehicle stalled. after several attempts, the vehicle restarted. the failure recurred multiple times. the vehicle was not diagnosed or repaired. the vehicle was serviced under nhtsa campaign number: 14v400000 (electrical system) previously, but the contact experienced the failure after the recall remedy. the manufacturer was notified of the failure. the approximate failure mileage was 103,000.

Ignition switch. i would like to know why gm, while knowing since 2001 that the ignitions switches they were using in their vehicles since 1997 were defective but were allowed to continue to use these defective parts putting the lives of the drivers, their passengers and the every person on the road at the same time someone was driving one of these defective vehicles in danger? *tr

Tl* the contact owns a 2003 chevrolet malibu. the contact received a recall notification for nhtsa campaign number: 14v400000 (electrical system); however, the part to do the repair was unavailable. the contact stated that the manufacturer exceeded a reasonable amount of time for the recall repair. the manufacturer was made aware of the issue. the contact had not experienced a failure. the vin was not available.

Tl* the contact owns a 2003 chevrolet malibu. the contact received a notification for recall nhtsa campaign number: 14v400000 (electrical system). however, the part needed was unavailable to service the vehicle under the recall. the dealer was unable to provide an expected date for the parts to become available. the manufacturer was notified of the issue. the contact had not experienced a failure.

The antitheft light keeps coming on and vehicle will not start(which is a problem gm is aware of because it has been reported for years and is all over the internet). it came on while driving and after a few miles shut the car down. no brakes, no steering. almost had a major accident. *tr

Tl*the contact owns a 2003 chevrolet malibu. the contact received a recall notification for nhtsa campaign id number: 14v400000 (electrical system) and stated that the part needed was unavailable to perform the recall repair. the manufacturer was notified of the issue. the contact had not experienced a failure.

Tl* the contact owns a 2003 chevrolet malibu. after parking the vehicle, the key became lodged in the ignition without warning. the vehicle was not diagnosed or repaired. the manufacturer was notified of the failure. the failure mileage was 106,000.

Tl*the contact owns a 2003 chevrolet malibu. the contact stated that the service engine warning light illuminated intermittently. the contact mentioned that the cruise control functioned intermittently as the instrument panel gauges and sensors flashed several times. the vehicle was not included in nhtsa campaign id number: 14v400000 (electrical system). the vehicle was taken to an independent mechanic, who diagnosed that the ignition switch needed to be replaced. the vehicle was not repaired. the manufacturer was notified of the failure. the approximate failure mileage was 79,000.

On 9/04/14 took car into sawyer gm dealer to be serviced and inspected all went well and all passed everything, went to grocery store went to start car and key would not turn in the ignition to turn car on, tried everything possible. sawyer came and tried but could not turn the key it was like frozen. they towed the car and said i needed a new ignition. thy never told me about the recall on the two key rings and an insert in the key slot or cover over the key head on all ignition keys. they put in a new cylinder & switch# 25832354 & a new key assembly# 2852058 for the total of $523.80. i recvd a recall letter after that because i called gm corp. went to sawyers they told me they could not help me. [xxx], manager supervisor of parts dept. was very sarcastic. my question is: 1. why didn't they tell me about recall# 14350 ? 2. if this is a defect than why did i have to pay for a brand new ignition, switch & key assembly? now my abs light won't go off and when you want to turn the car off it won't go to the off position without jiggling the shifting lever when it is in park , when you put the car in park and you try to turn it to off it doesn't go to off all the way and then you have to jiggle the shift and then the key will go to off all the way. this should not be happening. i do not feel very safe with all these issues taking place and am very leery about driving this vehicle. am i still supposed to get this recall # 14350 done or what? i would appreciate it if some one knowledgeable would & could give me answers. expecting to hear from you as soon as possible. this is very frustrating to say the least. if you would like copies of the bill and the inspection & service i will mail them to you . thank you information redacted pursuant to the freedom of information act (foia), 5 u.s.c. 552(b)(6). *tr

2003 chevrolet malibu. consumer writes in regards to recall notice and problems with vehicle turning on and off while driving. *tgw the ignition switch was replaced at a cost of $ 123.01. the consumer is seeking reimbursement. *jb

2003 chevrolet malibu. consumer writes in regards to ignition switch replacement and recall. *tgw

Driving car on highway when it powered down, turned off, lost power steering, etc. had to pull over, stop car, and restart it. prior to this, had been driving it in town on side street and the same thing happened. *tr

I have a 2003 chevrolet malibu that i purchased new on 12/27/02. the ignition switch had to be replaced on 7/23/2014 at 70,328 miles for $307.13. i would like gm to at least pay this amount. there is a gm 14350 recall on this car. in talking to gm they would only consider paying for this, if the problem was caused by rotation of the ignition key i am a man 71 years old and have owned many cars, most purchased new. i keep most cars 10 years and over 100,000 miles. i have never replaced and ignition switch until now. this problem took about 3 months to diagnose. the initial problem developed when the cruise control turned off while in use. it was very intermittent and not predictable. then the check engine lite came on. the codes indicate a problem with the oil pressure sending unit and the cruise control. the next time the check engine light came, there were no codes. the next set of problems was the power window, ventilation (ac and fan), and radio would not work. the main indicator of this problem was the fuel and temperature gauges would not work. i would get various warning lights after starting the engine including abs, battery and others. the problems got worse as the temperature got hotter. half way between milwaukee and appleton, 100 miles into a 200mile trip, we stopped at a rest stop. upon returning to the car, i couldn?t get the fan or windows to work or eliminate the battery warning light. fortunately, the back windows were open and inch when we left the rest stop. about 10 minutes after leaving the rest stop, everything came on. the car became unusable because of these problems. taking it to and independent shop the owner was very patient as day after day, nothing would fail. finally on a hot sunny day with the car in the sun, i was able to get the car to fail. replacing the ignition switch fixed all these problems. *tr

2003 chevrolet malibu engine refused to start due to ignition system, replaced ignition and key, reset computer.*cw the consumer stated the anti-theft light illuminated roughly 50 times within the last two years. on several occasions, the vehicle would not start and the vehicle had to be towed. the ignition was replaced. the vehicle ran fine for nine months, and then the problem returned. *jb

Tl* the contact owns a 2003 chevrolet malibu. the contact stated that the anti-theft sensor illuminated on several occasions and the vehicle was unable to start. the vehicle went into anti-theft mode and was unable to be driven on numerous occasions. while driving various speeds, the key could be removed or fall out of the ignition. the failure became progressively worse. the contact used the owners manual to reset the system. in addition, the air bag sensor illuminated and the radio shorted out. the vehicle was not diagnosed or repaired. the manufacturer was notified of the failure. the approximate failure mileage was 153,000. updated 11/20/14*lj the consumer stated the manufacturer advised the vehicle was out of warranty. the manufacturer declined to assist with repairs. updated 8/12/2015 *js

Tl* the contact owns a 2003 chevrolet malibu. while the vehicle was parked, the engine remained on when the ignition was turned off. the vehicle was taken to a private mechanic who stated that the ignition switch needed to be replaced. the vehicle was repaired. the manufacturer was not notified of the failure. the failure mileage was 86,000.

Tl* the contact owns a 2003 chevrolet malibu. the contact stated that the vehicle failed to start without warning. the vehicle was taken to an independent mechanic where it was diagnosed that the ignition switch needed to be replaced. the vehicle was repaired but the failure recurred. the vehicle was taken to the dealer where it was serviced under nhtsa campaign number: 14v400000 (electrical system) however, the failure recurred. the contact mentioned that the ignition switch was replaced two additional times but the failure recurred. the manufacturer was notified of the failure. the failure mileage was 74,000.

This anti theft lamp is on in my car and i cannot drive. have a husband who had a stroke and i need to be at the hospital this is horrible. driving during the first week of the month in a 40mph zone the car turned off and that anti theft lamp was on, i was able to put the car in neutral and avoid an accident very scary situation. last night i could not get home and was stranded after stopping the vehicle and it would not start. car towed home today and this lamp is still on. i am being told that it is probably the keys, there are 3 keys all of which are no longer working. i have been able to drive utilizing putting the key to the on position waiting 10 minutes and the car will start well this time it is not working. realized a few weeks ago after locking the doors on the car you would hear a beep like i had a keyless entry which i do not have. help this is extremly serious i cannot drive my vehicle and i need to when are they going to issue remedies for these horrible problems we are having with these vehicles. *tr

Tl* the contact owns a 2003 chevrolet malibu. the contact stated that while driving approximate 25 mph, the engine stalled and the air bag warning light illuminated. the failure recurred multiple times. the vehicle was taken to the dealer for diagnosis. the technician stated that the ignition switch needed to be replaced. the vehicle has not been repaired. the manufacturer was notified of the failure. the approximate failure mileage was 122,884.

There are multiple electrical issues associated with this vehicle. so much so that the fact that gm has not instituted a recall is beyond my belief. it must be because there are so many issues to rectify, it is not cost effective for them to do so. so put everyday lives at risk instead.these issues have been intermittently ongoing just before the car hit 50,000 miles or so. it started with the anti theft system. i can't tell you how many times i've had to reset the car alarm in order for it to start, during the warm summer weather it's an abomination. sometimes i must reset it 2-3 times a day. next is the hazard light it intermittently clicks incessantly. during this time it's a crapshoot if your turn signals work. i've had to remove the hazard light from its housing in order to manipulate it to get turn signals to work when it's clicking. also the vehicle chimes at times when i'm driving. it's the type of chime you hear when you leave the key in the ignition and have the door open.this is less frequent then the hazard light clicking but an annoyance just the same. i've also have had a situation on way to employment and the car lost power. luckily no accident resulted. whether this was due to similar issues associated with recent the gm recalls presently or associated with my current issues, i do not know. i do not let anyone else use car and minimize my use of it as well. luckily my job is local but i do wonder if my safety's compromised every time i get into this vehicle. *tr

6-10-14 no crank start ,had to reset security systems code b2960 and p1626c firestone 312-787-8828 store#026514 chicago,il 60610 6-19-14 was diving on lake shore dr got on off ramp and the car just cut off no power it did start back up but lucky it didn't happen went i was going fast. *tr

Subject vehicle hit a large pothole on us interstate; theft deterrent warning light illuminated. stopped vehicle, turned off car. restarted car, theft light off, resumed course/speed to final destination. approximately 5 days later, after only local city driving during these 5 days, car would not start while parked in home garage. after attempt at jump start, had car towed to local garage where technician diagnosed issue as "car went into theft mode." technician reset and cautioned that subject vehicle may need new ignition control. this is third or fourth time theft deterrent warning light has engaged over the past 3 years, but only time car has shut down and not started. still using original key, although i have subsequently removed it from key chain to avoid recurrence. *tr

2003 chevrolet malibu customer requesting reimbursement for replacement of ignition switch. *mw also, the fuel pump was replaced. *jb

Tl* the contact owns a 2003 chevrolet malibu. the contact stated that the anti-theft sensor illuminated. when the anti-theft sensor flashed, the contact had to wait before making several attempts to restart the vehicle. also, the contact was waiting for parts and was informed of nhtsa campaign number: 14v400000 (electrical system). the manufacturer could not provide an estimated date for when the contact's vehicle would receive the recall repair. the vehicle was taken to an authorized dealer for diagnostic testing and repairs. the manufacturer was notified of the failure. the approximate failure mileage was 167,000.

The car shut off with no warning while driving on the road. this was a total shut-down of the car; including the loss of power steering and the functionality of the brake booster. the car afterwards becomes difficult to start. it may take several tries or a prolonged waiting period until the car will want to start. after it does start there's no telling if it will shut off again while driving. it has shut off while going through turns, and pulling out into traffic. *tr

Tl* the contact owns a 2003 chevrolet malibu. the contact stated that the driver side window failed to close. the vehicle was taken to a dealer where it was diagnosed that the driver side window motor needed to be replaced. the vehicle was not repaired. the manufacturer was not made aware of the failure. the failure mileage was 59,290.

My 2003 chevy malibu would shut off if i hit even a small bump. if i hit a bump while driving, everything would go dead. fortunately i was able to avoid accidents when this happened as it happened on both surface streets and the highway. had this looked at by my mechanic and they determined that the ignition switch failed, causing the engine to shut off. no recall yet on this vehicle. paid for out of pocket. *tr

Previous weeks before car was indicating anti theft after resetting the days to follow car shut of while driving. on may 25th 2014 while driving down road car suddenly pulled hard to the right causing the vehicle to jump the curb and strike a fire hydrant. some concern about the possibility of it being the ignition switch and was searching for other instance of the same problem. also shifter appeared to be getting stuck and you had to maneuver the key and the shifter to release the key. *tr

Tl* the contact owns a 2003 chevrolet malibu. the contact stated that the key became difficult to remove from the ignition. the key was only able to release from the ignition switch when turning. the contact mentioned that at times the key failed to release from the ignition switch and remained in the vehicle overnight. the failure occurred on five different occasions. the vehicle was not diagnosed or repaired. the manufacture was notified of the failure. the failure mileage was 63,000 and the current mileage was 63,020.

Tl* the contact owns a 2003 chevrolet malibu. the contact stated that the vehicle stalled without warning. the vehicle was towed to the dealer, who stated that the ignition switch needed to be replaced. the contact received a nhtsa campaign number: 14v400000 (electrical system) but the manufacturer declined to honor the recall. the failure mileage was 191,176.

My check engine light has been coming on and giving me problems. just took it in to my car repair they said now its shows air bag error also. they want to change out the ignition switch. this car has had nothing but trouble with only 66 thousand miles! now the air bags probably wont work when needed. i want this fixed on the ignition recall. every time i pull up to my home after driving this car i am just waiting for it to start on fire as nothing seems to work like it should. *js

The ignition lock failed resulting in an inability to start the engine. *tr

Tl* the contact owns a 2003 chevrolet malibu. the contact stated that the vehicle hesitated to start and, after several attempts, the vehicle was able to start. the failure occurred on numerous occasions. the contact also stated that the key failed to unlock all four doors. the contact stated that the dealer refused to repair the vehicle under nhtsa campaign number: 14v400000 (electrical system) due to the key not being the original. the vehicle was not repaired. the manufacturer was not notified of the failure. the approximate failure mileage was 190,000.

Ignition switch and gear shift lock up and cannot shut engine off or get key out. cannot put gear shift into park only reverse. wrecker had to be called the last time it happened and tow to dealer. dealer had just worked on the car and replaced the ac control panel for the second time since new. you could hit the dash and get the ac on and sometimes the key out of the ignition switch. this all cost me $ 1,118.00 this last time. ignition switch was always trouble to work with. wife was stranded several times at shopping centers in the past two years with these problems of key switch and ac off. hit the dash and hope to get ac on or key out. i have the old ignition switch and the last replaced ac panel. *tr

After driving from our house to a family members house, we had parked our car to visit for a while. when we returned not even 30 mins later, we went to start the car and it wouldn't start. after many past issues with this, we sent it in to a shop to have them take a look at it. they stated that the theft-alert system was malfunctioning. i wish chevy would finally recall this issue. *tr

I would like to commend your company for making a durable product. however, i purchase a 2003 chevy-malibu in 2004 from carmax-raleigh, n.c. according to the carfax, there was only one previous owner. i purchased the extended warranty for only three years and had the vehicle serviced by rick hendrix chevrolet in durham, n.c. after the warranty expired, i would take my vehicle to a certified mechanic in norfolk, va that i have dealt for the past 20 years. consequently, i would have repairs done and he kept the car running as required. however, about year 2010, during regular maintenance - the check engine light came on, followed by the service engine light - then the vehicle would start but no display on the dash and no electrical functions worked? about 5-10 minutes later with car still running - the dash would light up and electrical functions operable. my mechanic was able to eliminate to check engine/service engine displays with required maintenance. however, the dash display and power loss continued? he decided to replace the ignition switch and shortly afterwards the same problems reappeared? now i have two separate keys, one for door/trunk locks and one for the ignition. presently, even after maintenance, the vehicle has started missing/putting or possibly losing power? i contacted gm (800)222-1020 and (800)630-2438 and was told that my vehicle was not on the gm recall list? can you confirm that information and the reason why it is not on the list? do i really need to wait until my family is injured or worst before a defect is acknowledge? *tr

Tl* the contact owns a 2003 chevrolet malibu. the contact stated that the key was able to turn to the on position in the ignition, but would not turn completely to start the vehicle. the failure occurred on several occasions. an independent mechanic replaced the ignition switch, but the failure recurred. the vehicle stalled. the vehicle was able to restart after several attempts. the contact was later informed that the vehicle was included in nhtsa campaign number: 14v400000 (electrical system), but the part needed for the repair was unavailable. the dealer did not provide a specific date for when the remedy would become available. the manufacturer was notified. the vehicle was not repaired. the approximate failure mileage was 57,000. updated 11/05/14*lj *js

Antitheft ignition problem car cuts out while driving. *tr

2003 chevrolet malibu. consumer states vehicle stalls. *tgw the consumer stated the fuel pump, battery and remote control were all replaced. however, the stalling continued. the ignition switch was eventually replaced. also, t he brakes and struts needed to be replaced. *jb

Tl* the contact owns a 2003 chevrolet malibu. the contact stated that the key failed to turn in the ignition switch and prevented the vehicle from starting. the failure occurred several times. the contact received a recall notification for nhtsa campaign number: 14v400000 (electrical system); however, the parts needed to repair the vehicle were not available. the dealer was unable to provide a specific date for when the part would become available. the manufacturer was notified. the vehicle was not repaired. the approximate failure mileage was 60,000.

I. was having trouble with the ignition couldn't get the key to work. it wouldn't turn and couldn't get the key out. i had the ignition replaced at my cost. then i heard there was a recall for the ignition. i called gm they said they wont cover the cost of my repairs. *js

Tl* the contact owns a 2003 chevrolet malibu. when attempting to start the vehicle, it would not operate and the anti-theft system warning indicator illuminated. the vehicle was not diagnosed nor repaired. the manufacturer was not made aware of the failure. the failure mileage was approximately 80,000. updated 05/03/16*lj *tr

Tl* the contact owned a 2003 chevrolet malibu. while driving at approximately 55 mph and attempting to merge into another lane, the vehicle crashed into two barrels. the air bags failed to deploy. the vehicle stalled. a police report was filed. the vehicle was towed to a junk yard. the contact sustained a left knee, left ankle, and whiplash injuries that needed medical attention. the vehicle was destroyed. the vin was included in nhtsa campaign number: 14v40000 (electrical system). the manufacturer was notified of the failure. the approximate failure mileage was 133,200. updated 04/20/16*lj consumer stated the ignition switch locked and gm says due to air bags imploding consumer had power. consumer was behind the steering and it locked no brakes. updated 06/05/18*jb

The anti-theft system kicked in approximately after 35 minutes of driving while at 65 miles an hour. it cut power to the fuel pump which turned off the car and we had to coast to the side of a highway. we were very nearly in an accident due to this device malfunctioning and could have killed me, my husband, and our unborn child. this problem is well documented all over the web and current fixes are not working. this car has never known another owner and i have tried to reset the device with the key fobs that were issued with the vehicle back in 2003. i performed the reset procedure properly and it did not work. these security devices need to be recalled and fixed before someone gets hurt or worse killed. *tr

Vehicle would not start after i came out from grocery store. could see anti theft system light on dashboard but i had no idea what that meant this has never happened before. i would laugh when you lock the car using the lock on the door when you get out to lock all the doors then you hear a beep like other peoples vehicles who have alarm systems which this car doesn't have. i mean i don't have a key lock for my vehicle. one repair person told me it was the fuel pump estimated $800, i had the car towed to a shop and found out on sunday that it was the anti theft system, they had to reprogram my keys and i had more than one ignition key on my ring was told not to do that anymore and cost me hundred dollars, this is a problem though and it needs to be addressed. i have gone on line and found many complaints and people have spent a lot more money than i had to. *tr