Problems with 2005 Chevrolet Malibu EQUIPMENT

Tl* the contact owns a 2005 chevrolet malibu. the contact stated when attempting to park, the engine stalled as the anti-theft warning indicator illuminated. the vehicle was towed to an independent mechanic, where the pass lock sensor and the ignition switch were replaced. the dealer was notified of the problem and informed the contact that the vehicle was not included in any recalls. the manufacturer was notified of the problem. the vehicle had been repaired. the approximate failure mileage was 59,000.

Brake lights are reversed. they come on and stay on then when you brake the light go out. safety issue for sure. this has happened 4 times about one year apart each time. *tr

Loss of power steering. front wheels sound like they're about to fall off. popping noise in steering column. *tr

Driving down the nj turnpike the warning bell chimed and a message stating "power steering" came up. at that point my power steering failed. once i arrived at my destination and turned the car off and on again, the power steering once again engaged. however on the return trip, with my 82 year old mother in the car the power steering once again failed. dealer informed me that there was a failure of the power steering control module/motor assembly and electrical. chevrolet has acknowledged a failure of the power steering in this model, this year and within the range that this vin falls. however the technical service bulletin only applies if the failure is within the steering column. according to the regional manager i spoke with, the chevrolet warranty dept. feels that this problem is just one of the issues you will face when owning a car!!! total and complete failure of the power steering system with no warning and no maintenance ever is just one of those things??? *tw *tr

The cd player is not working they have a cd stuck inside and it's making a clicking noise. i'm not sure what's the problem. *tr

A/c control head failed right after warranty expired. i paid to have it replaced, and have had it replace 3 other times now. there is definitely a design flaw with this part. *tr

Tl*the contact owns a 2005 chevrolet malibu. when turning the steering wheel, the contact heard a popping sound. the failure began six months ago and now it is causing the power steering to fail. the failure was very subtle at first, but now the power steering fails for days at a time. the air conditioning would activate on and off, but now it does not work at all. the dealer stated that the power steering module and air conditioning resistor needed to be replaced. the contact also stated that the control panel is warm to the touch after driving for some time. the vehicle is currently with the dealer and the repair will cost over $900. the current mileage was 70,000 and failure mileage was 50,000. updated 09/10/08. *lj the consumer stated the shocks went bad, the tie rod ends had to be replaced, the cd became stuck in the cd player. the rear calipers had to be replaced and the starter worked intermittently. updated 09/12/08. *jb

2005 malibu,have had both tie rod ends replaced,struts etc. makes a loud clunking when driving at low speeds and turning. sounds like wheels coming loose. sound,sounds like it is coming from steering column,check engine light comes on when i fill gas tank and stays on until approx 1/2 tank. *tr

I was having trouble with the brakes on my car. it is a 2005 chevrolet malibu. i took the car to midas and had the front brakes replaced in april. i didn't drive the car for about 2 weeks after that. when i got back into town i drove as usual. in the middle of june when i would step hard on the brakes the brake light would come on and the warning bell would go off. i took the car back to midas to have it checked on june 23rd. the brake fluid was less than half full. the mechanic checked the brakes. when he lifted the car up you could see where the brake fluid was leaking. he said the caliper on the right brake had blown the seal. he replaced the caliper. he had to get it from california. he said the caliper shouldn't have blown because the car was only over a year old. *jb

On 3-31-06 i purchased a 2005 chevrolet malibu from chevrolet dealership in loris, sc. in june 2006 i began to notice a musty smell coming from the air-conditioner. i called the dealership and took it in to be sprayed to kill the smell. at that time the dealership would not issue me paper work stating this service was done. i have also noticed rusty bolts that secure the front seat. the front seats also have stains that i have attempted on to occasions to clean myself. this car was issued gm certified used vehicle on 2-7-06. this car was purchased in 2005 as a rental in ohio. driving this car aggravates my sinus and allergies. i really feel it has mold in the air-conditioning unit. i complained to the dealership on 9-28-06 about the air-conditioning. the only thing they state is they need to get it in the shop to further check. i really do not trust this dealership due to all the other problems i have had with them unrelated to this issue. i have had more severe sinus and allergy problems after the purchase of this vehicle. i do not know what i need to do in this matter? help me please. i'm now afraid to purchase another used car due to these possible problems. i can't afford to buy a new one and still pay for a car that possibly has mold and bacteria growing in it. *nm

05 chevy malibu 43,000 miles have had rack & pinnion replaced 2 times because of clunking noise when turning ,also intermediate steering shaft has been replaced 3 times. right front hub over heated at 1500 miles because it had no grease in it . this caused problems with the brakes & cv joints a retired timkin bearing worker told me that there was several problems with the computer line of putting grease the hubs because of the wt. of the hub varying there has been many, many, many complaints of the same things on 05's on car complaints why hasn't there been a recall on this problem ? *tr

Tl*the contact owns a 2005 chevrolet malibu. since purchasing the vehicle, the anti theft device has failed repeatedly, the engine makes a ticking sound, the steering wheel is slipping or loose, and oil leaks from the engine. while driving 45 mph, the dashboard . vibrates. the contact hears a noise in the radio when the vehicle is turned on, the engine service light is illuminated on the instrument panel, the interior lights failed, the remote start would not start the vehicle, and the engine shakes roughly. the current mileage was 12,030 and failure mileage was 100. updated 09/24/08. *lj the consumer stated there was a problem with the entire suspension. the shocks and bearings made a noisy. the hazard lights failed. updated 09/30/08.*jb

Install jumper harness per pip3098a neck, fuel tank filler replace tie rod end and/or adjuster sleeve right replace panel, seat back of back passenger r&r or replace receiver, radio remove, repair and replace radio. *nm