Problems with 2008 Chevrolet Malibu EXTERIOR LIGHTING

Tl* the contact owns a 2008 chevrolet malibu. the contact received recall notices for nhtsa campaign numbers: 12v460000 (power train), 14v153000 (steering), and 14v252000 (electrical system, electronic stability control, exterior lighting, service brakes, hydraulic, vehicle speed control). the parts needed for the repairs were unavailable and the dealer could not provide an estimated date of arrival. the manufacturer was notified. the contact had not experienced a failure.

Passenger headlight started blinking turning off, hit a bump then comes back on, we changed bulb and light worked for two days then went out came back on for a moment then went back out. the bulbs are good so i suspect a wiring problem. there is about 60,000 miles on the vehicle. this is a hazard i have to drive with high beams on. *tr

Regular headlights do not work. they were going off then on for at least 3 weeks. shutting off on the freeway 3 times. forcing me to use my high beams. please review your recall to include my 2008 also. tire sensor problems since i got the car. 3 years ago. *tr

Tl* the contact owns a 2008 chevrolet malibu. the contact received a recall notification for nhtsa campaign number: 14v252000 (electrical system, electronic stability control, exterior lighting, service brakes, hydraulic, vehicle speed control); however, the parts needed for the repairs were unavailable. the manufacturer was made aware of the delay. the contact had not experienced a failure.

Someone following me to work informed me my brake lights were on as i was driving on the highway but when i stopped at the street light, they would go off. now my engine light is on and the warning to service my traction control and esc system is on. the cruise control isn't working properly all the time. i googled the brake light issue and found a recall for my year of car that can cause my other issues. i called gm and was told by [xxx] that my car is included in this and transferred me to the nearest dealer to make an appt for my car repairs. the dealer said there isn't a recall for these issues but i am under a recall for the power steering recall! they do not have the parts but i can keep calling and checking . i then called gm back spoke to [xxx] who advised there isn't a recall for the brake light yet . it is upcoming soon they are in the first stage of this . no time frame when it will happen. i asked what do i do in the meantime with this unsafe car. she said i can get it fixed at my expense. i questioned if i would be reimbursed once they issue the recall. she answered no promise they will. later that day the dealership service manager called saying gm told him to call me! we could make an appt to check my car, pay out of pocket , keep receipt , and if the recall includes my parts, i will be reimbursed or i can try to hold out for recall. i am beyond frustrated. i'm under an active recall but no part to fix it and this other in beginning stages. this light issue happened to me in october 2013. i bought a new brake switch, had it replaced by a certified mechanic. now months later i have the same brake light issue but also my cruise control, esc warning and traction control. the best part when i asked [xxx] at gm what if i am in an accident because you are dragging this out. she replied you should call us back after your accident. information redacted pursuant to the freedom of information act (foia), ...

The brake lights come on with my foot off of the brake pedal. when i do apply the brakes the brake lights go out. the cruise control and the stability control will not work. i contacted my local dealer and they said there is no recall on my vehicle the dealer is [xxx] information redacted pursuant to the freedom of information act (foia), 5 u.s.c. 552(b)(6). *tr

the vehicle transmission- car is moving when not supposed to or car gets stuck in place awhile shifting gears. car drives sluggish not shifting to the proper gear. light bulb- lights go out and come back on at later dates. electrical-radio speakers go in and out locks don't operate neither dies alarm. *tr

Tl* the contact owns a 2008 chevrolet malibu. the contact stated that the cruise control failed and caused the brake lights to remain illuminated. the contact stated that when the brake pedal was depressed the brake lights flickered abnormally. the manufacturer was made aware of the failure. the vehicle was not repaired. the failure mileage was 92,500 and the current mileage was 93,000.

Brake lights come on when the brake pedal is not depressed. when the brake pedal is depressed slightly, the brake lights will go out. i replaced the brake pedal lever sensor. this cured the problem for about a month, now the problem has returned. the dealer did a parts warranty on the switch and supplied at no charge. i picked it up today, but have not installed it yet. *tr

Brake lights are staying lit while driving and will not go off. returned car to dealership for the third time for same issue. *tr

Tl* the contact owns a 2008 chevrolet malibu. the contact stated that there was an electrical failure, which caused multiple failures with the headlights, the dimmer switch, the console lights, the brake lights, and the turn signals. the contact also stated that the front passenger side bulb failed several times and was replaced, but the failure recurred. in addition, the harness was replaced due to corrosion, but the repair failed to remedy the failure. the dealer further inspected the vehicle and found that the headlight assembly wires needed to be replaced. the vehicle was repaired. additionally, there was a loose pin on one of the body control module connectors. the vehicle was taken to an independent mechanic who replaced the bulbs, but the failure recurred. the dealer then replaced the body control module. in addition, the contact stated that the steering wheel shook excessively and the front passenger and driver side doors were inoperable. the vehicle was taken to a dealer where the power steering motor and both the driver and passenger side door latches were replaced. the manufacturer was notified of the failures. the failure mileage was not available.

Brake lights staying on while car is moving ,then they go off when brake pedal is applied off and on again problem. *tr

Low beams and daytime running lights not working. replace wire harness on both lights and light bulbs twice. *tr

As i was driving the driver behind me told me that there was something wrong with my tail lights. i then noticed while driving that the brake lights stayed on and when i did press down on the brakes there was nothing. this poses a great problem in that i could have been rear ended due to the drivers behind be me not knowing if i was braking or not. this needs to be recalled. my family owns 3 chevy's, but i am unhappy with the problems i am having with this malibu. this may be our last chevy purchase. *tr

The brake lights come on without braking and go off when you brake. the cruise control shuts off when the brake lights come on without pushing the brake peddle. the traction control warning light on the dash comes on also when the brake lights luminates. *tr

The brake lights illuminate when the brake pedal isn't pressed. when the brake pedal is pressed the brake lights are not illuminated. taken vehicle to dealership more than 3 times in order to relearn the brake pedal position. this affects the cruise control, as it turns off because the cruise control doesn't know the brake pedal position. this affects the traction control, as it turns off because the traction control doesn't know the brake pedal position. *tr

About a month ago i noticed that my brake lights were stuck on. i didn't pay it any mind since then until yesterday 07/01/2013. a friend of mines was following me home and advised me that my brake lights were on the entire time. i checked to make sure i wasn't riding with the emergency brakes on. now my car seems like it is pulling and there is a burning smell under my car. i'm not quite sure if this is a known issue or not. i did find an article from the huffington post that stated that there were a few complaints/issues regarding that. what could be causing this to happen. why hasn't then been considered a recall? *tr

Tl* the contact owns a 2008 chevrolet malibu. while driving at various speeds, the esc and traction control warning lights illuminated. in addition, the brake pedal was depressed but the brake lights failed to illuminate. the brake lights illuminated independently without the brake pedal being depressed. the failure recurred on numerous occasions. the vehicle was taken to a dealer who repaired the vehicle under nhtsa campaign number: 14v252000 (electrical system, electronic stability control, exterior lighting, service brakes, hydraulic, vehicle speed control); however, the failure recurred. the manufacturer was notified of the failure. the failure mileage was 50,000. update 01/15/16 ma

The brake lights, including the third brake light, were observed on during normal operation, when the brakes were not being applied. this gives a false indication of intended operation. *tr

Whilst driving home one night i noticed that my brake lights were on, however i was not applying the brakes. i then pressed the brake pedal and the brake lights turned off. once i let go of the brake they came back on after a few seconds. at the same time, i received an error that read along the lines of: esc service traction. my husband and i found a forum where other malibu owners seemed to be having the same issue, so we removed the panel on the passenger side floor to check for any corrosion, then replaced the panel. the problem stopped, however this issue is re-occurring, and has occurred several other times since then. i always receive the same esc service traction error each time this happens and i am not able to use cruise control as the brake lights are being engaged without the pedal being pressed. *tr

On several occasion i have notice that my brake lights come on without me even pressing the brakes. it also lights up and when i press the brakes it goes off. i have spoken with other malibu owner and they complain of this same brake failure. it is very frustrating and not safe. *tr

All the dash board lights coming on and off then car would not start all the computers burnt out don't see how 1,400 dollars later she got it back some things don't work as they did.they said she did something to it. she's a 78 year old woman she can't even check oil. so u tale me what happen it. i think there was a problem and blamed it on her , i had to pay the bill she could not. this car dose not steer rite. this car steers from side to side never in the center. an when the wind blows its 5 times worse. they say its fine.it's a hard car drive u have to work the steer the car turn signals keep breaking.been this way since she bought it. *tr

Turn signal arm does not stay in place when signaling to turn. also the turn signal arm when it does stay in place it will not return to normal position/turn off signal by itself after making a turn. when turning the steering wheel it makes popping noises. door locks on all doors stay either in the "lock" or "unlock" position at all times. one of the rear passenger door lock has been replaced at the dealership for $300.00 and the door lock still fails. the only way to unlock the passenger doors is to do it manually and climb over the seats. the driver door has to be unlocked with the key and manually locked when exiting the vehicle. *tr

Brake lights come on without me pressing down the brake pedal. *tr

Tl* the contact owns a 2008 chevrolet malibu. the contact stated that while driving, the brake lights were illuminated without the brake pedal being engaged. the vehicle was not taken to the dealer for inspection. the vehicle was not repaired. the manufacturer was not notified. the failure mileage was 70,000.

The chevy malibu 2008 door latch on the passenger side does not work. it has to be opened and closed manually. when you buy anew car and pay that much money for it, you expect the doors to work properly for the life of the car, as i did for my other cars. this is wrong and it should be taken care of by the manufacturer, whether it's under warranty or not. this is just good business practice. also, my front headlight leaks inside when it rains. this is totally uncalled for. i've driven almost 50 years and this has never happened to any of my cars. this also needs to be taken care of. ..updated 12/11/12 *bf

Tl* the contact owns a 2008 chevrolet malibu. the contact stated that while reversing, it was discovered that the brake lights erroneously illuminated. the brake lights would not illuminate when the brakes were depressed. the contact also stated that the traction control warning light illuminated sporadically. the vehicle was taken to the dealer where it was determined that the brake switch had failed. the vehicle was repaired. the manufacturer was not contacted about the failure. the failure mileage was unavailable and the current mileage was 91,000.

Tl* the contact owns a 2008 chevrolet malibu. the contact stated that the third brake light illuminated erroneously and failed to illuminate during deceleration. in addition, the driver's side turn signal, driver's side brake light, and instrument panel gauges malfunctioned intermittently. the electronic stability and traction controls also failed while driving various speeds in cold weather. the vehicle was not repaired and the manufacturer was not notified. the failure mileage was 40,000.

Brake lights stay on all the time, except when i first press the brake pedal. i have already applied dielectric grease to connector and plugged/unplugged many many times. works for about 1 day. *tr

Tl* the contact owns a 2008 chevrolet malibu. the contact stated that while driving 65 mph, the traction control light illuminated as well as the brake lights. the brake lights remained illuminated until the brake pedal was engaged. the failure recurred on an intermittent basis. the vehicle was taken to an authorized dealer on several occasions, where they were unable to duplicate the failure. the vehicle was not repaired. the manufacturer was not made aware of the failure. the approximate failure mileage was 57,757.

Tl* the contact owns a 2008 chevrolet malibu. while driving approximately 40 mph, the rear brake lights began to illuminate without pressure applied to the brake pedal. the failure occurred intermittently. the vehicle had not been diagnosed or repaired. the manufacturer was made aware of the defect. the approximate failure mileage was 59,000.

Letter from senator brown on behalf of constituent re concerns about 2008 chevrolet malibu (respond to cleveland office *tgw the consumer stated the transmission cooler lines and front hub assembly were replaced. also, the power steering light illuminated and the headlights had condensation which caused the bulbs to blow out. the dealer found a seal around the parameter of the capsule was not properly sealed at the factory. the intermediate steering shaft and power steering control module were replaced. also, the front seat heater switch had to be replaced, due to the heater coming on when the seat was occupied. *jb

You have to take off front end of car to change headlight bulb(bumper, grill, brackets). replaced 3 headlight bulbs in little more than 1 year . problem with replacing bulb......you have to take off front end to change bulb. last time i changed bulb was 3 weeks ago. bulb out again. i am not a mechanic or body person so i have to pay someone to change the bulb. paid someone to take off front end and change the bulb. because it only lasted about 2 weeks or less, i am assuming there is a problem with electrical. i never know when bulb will go out. i can pay to fix it again, but, i cannot see at night with one light and others cannot see me. it is a hazard and i don??t know what to do. chevy quoted me $320.00 to do this. i paid 1st $220.00 2nd 180.00 3rd $180.00 . ----------------------------------------------------------------------------------- because of lock problem described below, that is why i think it may be electrical my brother and i got a car (same car 3 months apart) his car did the same thing - all door locks malfunctioned - he took in to chevy. gave him some weird excuse and said it would cost him so much money to fix which was a ridiculous amount. he traded his 2008 chevy malibu in finally because of all the problems and bought a toyota camry. the cost quoted him was the reason i did not take mine in to repair. i couldn't afford to pay for chevys malfunction. *tr ## vin failed ##

2008 chevrolet malibu. consumer writes in regards to unsatisfactory customer service at dealership for unnecessary repair work and seeks reimbursement. *smd the consumer stated the service brake illuminated when the brake was not applied, the cruise control would not engage and the traction control light illuminated intermittently. instead of fixing the wiring harness as described in the safety recall notice the dealership replaced the brake sensor and charged him $245. 03. the consumer stated while driving, he discovered the cruise control had not been fixed., even though the technician noted everything was operable. the consumer returned to the dealer, where they kept the car for a day and a half and replaced the bcm and dtc.*jb updated 09/10/15*lj updated 10/2/2017*cn

Vehicle brake lights on the rear of the vehicle will turn on with out any application of the brake pedal. vehicle also has adjustable pedals, you can move pedals forward or back and get light to go out. general motors has replace brake switch once. little over a year later vehicle is doing exact thing again. there is a brake position sensor in this system and it appears to be losing its calibration when pedals are moved causing the brake lights to come on. this causes an unsafe condition for anybody following the vehicle or riding in it. *tr

Tl*the contact owns a 2008 chevrolet malibu. the contact stated that the brake lights constantly illuminated both when the brake pedal was depressed and even when it was not. there were no other warning lights. the vehicle was taken to an authorized dealer who replaced the sensor, fuse and other parts. the failure continued. the manufacturer had not been notified. the failure mileage was approximately 42,000.

The car had an issue with the syatem setting a code to check transaction and esc and the brake lights would stick on. this happened about once every 2 or 3 months. now that the gm recall has been done it is setting these same codes 2 or 3 times a day. but instead of my brake lights being on, the brake lights don't work, my cruise control doesn't work, my tail lights don't work the car still says service transaction and esc daily. this recall has made my problem much worse. it is dangerous to drive as i never know if my tail lights and brake lights are working or if my antilocks or stabilization systems work. gm needs to find a different solution to this problem.

Tl*the contact owns a 2008 chevrolet malibu ltz (na). while driving approximately 55-60 mph, the contact applied the accelerator pedal and the vehicle hesitated. the vehicle was taken to an authorized dealer who stated that the vehicle was performing as normal. the failure continued. the vehicle was taken back to the dealer several times where the dealer performed a front end alignment. the vehicle was taken back to the dealer as the failure occurred again. the dealer replaced the transmission line. the vehicle was taken to a local repair shop but had not been repaired. the headlights also did not function properly. the failure mileage was 33,000 and the current mileage was 36,300.

Tl* the contact owns a 2008 chevrolet malibu. the contact stated that while driving various speeds, the brake lights and tail lights would remain illuminated. the vehicle was taken to an authorized dealer for diagnosis and an unknown repair was performed on the vehicle. two weeks after the repair, the failure recurred. the vehicle was not repaired for most recent failure. the manufacturer was not notified of the problem. the approximate failure mileage was 80,000.

I have had nothing but trouble with this car. i should have kept exact records, but i haven't. the first issue was the factory battery in 2008. it exploded in the car within 5 months, they stated that this was not covered under warranty. i have replaced 3 batteries in this car. i have had 4 sets of tires. i have had to change the front headlights 2 times. i had the entire computer system go down 2 years ago and had to replace. when i reached out to the place i purchased the car, they wanted to charge me outrageous amounts of money. so, all of my work has been done at another auto mechanic. of course, because of that they are not willing to do anything because the work was never done with them. i believe there is something wrong with the electrical system, along with the suspension, and god only knows what else. i am currently getting ready to replace the headlights again, along with i am needing new tires on the front end after only 4 months. i have had this car for 6 years. *tr