Stopped behind another vehicle, when i started moving again there was a severe shudder or vibration. then my car did not want to start moving again. once it did start moving it would not shift out of first gear.
While vehicle is traveling along at interstate traffic speeds(60-65 mph) the car will go into an engine reduced power mode, and emergency traction displays on the dash. the vehicle will not increase in speed,(20 mph max) have to hurriedly find an exit to the right to avoid a crash. at the end of recall 14v252, it states service esc and/or traction control tell-tales illuminate with this condition. the dealer has agreed to repair the brake light malfunction recall # 13036 but will not repair the engine stalling issues, or the problem previously stated.
Gauges go crazy on dashboard
Engine shuts off while driving when traveling over 30mph.
Esc car, car completely shuts down and esc tracking light comes on and it says no power/low power esc - this can cause an accident. the car completely shuts down!
I have had problems with this vehicle from day one. i filed a report previously and i am filing another one in reference to my power transmission. i have a 2009 chevy malibu, 4 speed, automatic. i was driving and the vehicle downshifted itself without my doing anything, almost causing an accident because it would not shift into high gear. something popped in the vehicle and the gear shifted for a little bit and worked and then it happened again. i think the shifting cable may have fractured or separated. this was very nerve wracking, because it was in the late evening hours and traffic was extremely heavy. now it is sitting in the driveway.
The service esc light came on, then the power steering light came on. i was in motion at the time about to make a turn. after a few days of the problem being intermittent, my car wouldn't start at all. i tried to start it and nothing. replaced battery and a engine power reduced light came on. car still won't start.
Tl* the contact owns a 2009 chevrolet malibu. while driving various speeds, the vehicle accelerated without warning. also, when the contact depressed the accelerator pedal, the vehicle did not accelerate. the vehicle was taken to regal lakeland (925 bartow rd, lakeland, fl 33801, 863-904-1170) where it was diagnosed that the cylinder head failed. the vehicle was not repaired. the manufacturer was notified of the failure. the failure mileage was approximately 118,368.
I have been having trouble with my car almost from the time of purchase. my vehicle is having some transmission problems. it is having problems picking up speed and jerks when gears are shifted. i have also notice that when the button is pushed to roll down the window, the light flickers a bit. my car has numerous recalls on it but everytime i take it to the shop, they tell me they are closed out. that is a safety issue, how can they legally close out a recall of something that is unsafe? he said they put a certain number out of how many vehicles have gotten the recall taken care of. the others are considered lost or stolen. i bought this car used and i did not have it in the time the recalls were issued. my vehicle has never been lost or stolen. i have taken it to bob bell numerous times, only to be told the recalls are closed. i had to get my insurance to pay for one of the recall issues because my steering while locked up while driving and i was unable to turn the wheel. this transmission issue i am having has to do with another recall issue but they tell me it is closed out. there is also an open recall for the takata inflators. when i get into the vehicle and start it then put it in reverse to back out, i can feel it jerk and often hear a pop sound. sometimes it is extremely difficult to get it to shift into reverse. it seems stuck. the vehicle seem sluggish, like it does not have full power.
The second day i had the vehicle power steering went out. i was driving in houston texas in full traffic and my motor had engine power loss. they fixed my power steering. now my car goes into engine power loss when driving. esc, traction control and engine power loss come on the display. we've changed the spark plugs and throttle body but still nothing. the car shakes at redlights and stop signs. the ac smells like fumes. when the car is stationary with the ac on the car goes into engine power loss. left front headlight goes out and comes back on.
I have had multiple ignition switch failures resulting in loss of airbag systems, the engine not shutting off when the key is removed, the battery dying, a brand new battery started smoking and leaking acid due to a 3rd faulty ignition switch. the issue can be spotty but indefinitely becomes more prevalent as whatever short in the switch gets worse. this is also across multiple switch manufacturers including bwd, ac delco and bmg. i have also noticed that the airbag system may remain on even with the vehicle off and, the battery drainage is much more prevalent when the airbag stays either in the on or off position with the vehicle off. the other issue this causes is the airbag system to completely go off line in which case the airbag warning light will go off but this usually resolves itself after 2 to 10 starts.
Car stalled going up a hill and turning left. dangerous in traffic. difficult to steer off the road. now, unreliable ability to start the car. chugging going up a hill happened both on a city street as well as high speed highway. turning left stalling occurred on a city street as well as on an off ramp from highway to city street.
Car loss of power, and steering assist, engine stops. may start after a minute.
The shift cable to the transmission became loose while vehicle was running. i was unable to shift the vehicle until the cable was reconnected by hand. the vehicle has an issue with accelerating especially when trying to go highway speeds. it cant flow into traffic normally. the check engine code is p0420 for the catalytic converter.
Tl* the contact owns a 2009 chevrolet malibu. while driving 65 mph, the vehicle shut off. the vehicle was able to be restarted and was driven to the contact's residence. the contact drove the vehicle to merel chevrolet (800 w henderson ave, porterville, ca 93257), but a failure code could not be produced and the dealer could not assist. the manufacturer was aware of the failure. the vehicle had not been repaired and continued to shut off without warning. the vin was unknown. the failure mileage was 137,000.
Engine light constantly on. dealership does not know what is wrong. showing code p1174 & no one knows what this is. power steering quit working while driving on city street.esc light will turn on. dashboard lights will go on and off. doors will lock them selves locking me inside.this is happening since august 2017-present (12-29-17).multiple trips to dealership where vehicle was purchased and all they do is reset sensor and tell me to wait until it breaks. i'd say it is already broken.
They try to fix everyting but they still come on
The car loses speed while driving then reduce power shows on dashboard. when stop engine shaking and sometimes does not start.. i took it to the dealer and they couldn't find problem i already spend over 4000 and still happen.
1) awhile back, after starting and warming engine and taking off, while making a left turn on city street, car turn off completely..wheel froze after turn. i turned key off and restarted car and it would work ok. it happened 3 0r 4 times. no warning light came on. i took it to dealership and they could not find the problem. 2) while on freeway, tire monitor warning light came on twice, i bought tires but did not have monitors checked. a few days later engine light came on. now, i needed smog done, had to replace catalic converter (1400.00) and mechanic has a problem with car communications system. its costing me too much. there is recall on something having to do with brakes.. could this communications problem be related? i did have brake pads replaced last year. the recall has to with bcm and bas (my dashboard lights occassionally fluctuate and take a while for lights to come on bright with dashboard button all way to bright.). remote control stopped working 6 months after i bought car in 2010...doors have to be locked manually..except for passenger side door, power windows do not work. my concern right now is having it smogged and tire monitors.
Tl* the contact owns a 2009 chevrolet malibu. while driving various speeds, the gear automatically changed and the engine stalled. the electronic stability control, service traction, and check engine indicators illuminated. the contact pulled the vehicle over to the side of the road, restarted the engine, and the vehicle returned to normal. the contact also stated that the door locks automatically locked and unlocked while driving. the vehicle was not taken to the dealer. the vehicle was not diagnosed or repaired. the manufacturer stated that the vin was not included in a recall. the approximate failure mileage was 47,000.
Tl* the contact owns a 2009 chevrolet malibu. the contact stated that the vehicle stalled while driving various speeds. the check engine warning indicator illuminated. the vehicle was not diagnosed or repaired. the manufacturer was not notified of the failure. the failure mileage was approximately 130,000.
Car will intermittently not start. while camping in arizona my car wouldn't start. i took it to a repair shop where they replaced the starter and fuel pump. it started fine for a little while and then decided to randomly stop starting again.
Engine light comes on every six or seven starups and stays on for about six more car starts. pep boys serviced the engine light code camshaft position actuator solenoid sensor. they tested resistance and nothing was out of parameters and oil viscosity was correct. the issue is still ongoing and emissions for my vehicle come up in january. if i fail emissions and the issue is still unresolved, who do i contact?
2009my malibu, timing chain broken. other issues including valves, both front outer tie rods, alignment, a/c compressor, both sway bar links, right front axle seal, and rea brake pads
Tl* the contact owns a 2009 chevrolet malibu. while driving 60 mph, the vehicle jerked when the brake pedal was depressed and stalled as the traction control, electronic stability control, and check engine warning lights illuminated. the failure recurred intermittently. the vehicle was taken to the dealer where it was diagnosed that the fuse box was missing some fuses and needed to be replaced. the vehicle was repaired, but the failure recurred. the contact stated that the vin was not included in nhtsa campaign number: 14v252000 (electrical system, electronic stability control, service brakes). the manufacturer was not made aware of the failure. the failure mileage was 60,000.
Car wont start.. failed pass lock sensor
There is something faulty in the system which is causing the battery to become completely drained if the car sits 2/3 days without being started. i have replaced my 3 times and still something in the car is continuing to drain the battery. there is hundreds of people all over the internet that are having this same issue. not even the dealership could fix the issue. i am not physically leaving anything on in the car but it continues to keep dying. this is definitely a defect with this car that needs to be fixed. my car is a 2009, and it has been dying 2011.
I have cracked exhaust manifold. this is the second time i have to get it replaced at the dealership. this time the part only lasted 18 months. exhaust gases are coming into the interior compartment of the vehicle. i have contacted chevy customer service and they acknowledge that it happens to other similar vehicles.
Power steering ,traction light, engine power down all come on and car shut down
One october 5, 2015 owner was driving at or around 35mph when the vehicles, esc, check engine light, and brake dashboard icons came on. then car then lost engine power, and would not accelerate. owner then cruised the car to the side of the road, where turned the key to the off position and then tried to restart it. owner tried turning the key to restart the vehicle multiple times over the course of 15 minutes and the vehicle would not start. finally, the vehicle restarted and the owner was able to drive off the freeway and contacted the gm customer service number to report the incident.
Tl* the contact owns a 2009 chevrolet malibu. the contact stated that the vehicle was consuming excessive oil, causing oil to spill into the exhaust manifold. the vehicle was not diagnosed or repaired. the manufacturer was made aware of the failure. the failure mileage was 86,000.
While driving home from work, traveling at 60mph on oh st rt 108, vehicle suddenly started shaking and slowed to 20 mph. warning light stated, "reduced engine pwr". i had to pull the car to the side of the rode in order for the car traveling behind me to pass. drove the remaining 4 miles home at the reduced speed. tried to turn off the vehicle and restart to clear the message. did not work. not sure what the cause is at this point. review of possible causes on line showed numerous cases just like mine. this appears to be an issue which could result in significant injuries.
Some times when getting on highway .or from a stop the car bogges down and then starts to race. i think this is a safety issue because getting on the highway your car should not bog down and then start to race. me and my family was getting on the highway and almost rear ended by a semi thats not safe.bought the car three months ago and they tell me it be 150 to do diagnostics almost two thousand to fix. that should be a safety recall.
I was driving just a few blocks from my house when i stopped at a red light. the light turned green so i went to go. my car then flashed a service esc warning, then it flashed esc off & then flashed engine power reduced. my check engine light also came on and has stayed on. my car wouldn't even go over 10mph, and was shaking so bad i thought i was going to lose control of the vehicle. thank god i didn't make it out of town. i just recently had my car at the chevrolet auto shop to have my transmission completely rebuilt and for the brake light malfunction recall. then my car ended up back in the shop apparently for a bad cadillac converter, which i think really was this problem all along. i have only had this car for a year, and i am beyond disgusted with all the problems. i don't think i will be purchasing another vehicle from chevrolet, as they just aren't good cars apparently. side note: i take really good care of my vehicle and do all the normal service maint. on time etc so there is no excuse for this. it's just a bad car! i have a 2009 chevy malibu. *tr
On tuesday february 3rd 2015 i was on my way home from work when my 2009 chevy malibu cut off on me. the check engine and traction lights came on and a message of power steering service esc came on. cars had to swerve around me to avoid collision luckily i had not yet made it onto the interstate. i turned the engine off, waited for five minutes and restarted the vehicle. upon restart all of the lights and messages were gone and the car was operable. i researched this issue and found that is a known issue and even on recall. i called gm and i was informed by a rep that while this is a known issue and is a recall for my model my vin number does not meet the recall. i do not understand how a known issue that i am currently experiencing is not covered by gm. this is a extreme hazard to myself, other drivers and my newborn child that i travel with. i am very angry, disappointed and i feel betrayed by gm and chevrolet. i will be contacting my lawyer, sending letters to gm and blogging to warn people of the dangers and hassles of purchasing and driving a chevy. *tr
Tl* the contact owns a 2009 chevrolet malibu. while driving at 35 mph during inclement weather, the vehicle stalled and the traction control warning light illuminated. the vehicle was taken to the dealer. the technician diagnosed that the fuel sensor needed to be replaced. the vehicle was not repaired. the manufacturer was notified of the failure. the failure mileage was 75,000.
Friday morning at 8am, attempted to backup car from parking space and go to work but had the hardest time turning the wheel and googled information and found recall id # 105304 for steering issue recalled july 21, 2014 & found recall id # 103669 for esc recall date may 14,2014, i've contacted chevrolet at 800.680.7031 and had case#: [xxx] initiated for steering and had a rep call gmc royal to service my car but found out that they wouldn't fix my steering or esc issue since my vin# personally hasn't been notified as a mass recall but they will fix two other issues affecting a lamp and a clamp, if i could have someone research this in depth i would greatly appreciate it as i would hate to have to pay money to have the car fixed and they send a recall letter for the same situation years later and then i'm stuck out of pocket for the prior services the main issue i experience is with the steering out of no where the car states power steering in green letters and freezes and i'm sometimes stuck in the middle of the street and can only move if i keep restarting the car and with the esc, the car states esc disabled which affects steering and no traction and messes with the pedals, if i can have these issues escalated since they are the same issue as those other recalls i would greatly appreciate it!!! information redacted pursuant to the freedom of information act (foia), 5 u.s.c. 552(b)(6). *tr
I was picking my little brother up from school i was at the light and the car started to shake violently and engine reduced power light came on is does this on and off and this is not safe for any driver. *tr
Excessive oil consumption
Tl* the contact owns a 2009 chevrolet malibu. the contact stated that the vehicle failed to start. the failure occurred intermittently. the vehicle was not diagnosed or repaired. the manufacturer was not notified of the failure. the approximate failure mileage was 109,000.
During a seven day period the car was towed three times to luther brookdale chevrolet buick gmc. the first time they replaced the battery. the dealer also stated there was only 2 qts of oil in the car. my daughter was dealing with the dealer until the third time when i called gm. gm just told me (20 minutes ago, [xxx] (sp) on a gm recorded conversation) that he knows of no internal gm phone number to call for life and death safety issues. the third time the dealer stated the cars engine is bad and needs "pistons, cyl head, crank and rod and main bearings, needs engine" . they state they found metal shavings in the engine. i again asked the gm senior advisor if there was any mechanism to report life and death safety issues for gm products and he stated no and the car is out of warranty. he will call the dealer and talk with them about replacing the engine. i stated this is a gm issue and not a dealer issue, he stated this is what he will do. there is certainly something wrong here. my daughter was stalled three times, 1 when she tried to start the car and twice driving the car - the car stalled on the interstate. i also stated for his own job security he should route this call to a quality control department function - he stated this is not his job - again this is recorded. valvoline checked the battery and changed the oil. if the dealer was accurate, doubtful, then the car loses oil in three months and stalls when driving. if the dealer is not accurate, has oil, which is the probably the case, the engine goes bad and the car stalls. help. information redacted pursuant to the freedom of information act (foia), 5 u.s.c. 552(b)(6). *tr
Gm: some dtc codes may be set, p0016, p0017, p0018, p0019, p0008, or p0009. 3.6 ly7 with cam actuator dtc.the reluctor for the crankshaft sensor pressed on the crankshaft may have moved. my code is p0016 car is still under warranty please help! *tr
Tl* the contact owns a 2009 chevrolet malibu. while driving 30 mph, the vehicle stalled without warning. the vehicle was able to be restarted after the first attempt, but the failure recurred multiple times. the contact received a recall notice for nhtsa campaign number: 14v252000 (vehicle speed control) however, the dealer stated that the part needed for the repair was unavailable. the vehicle was not repaired and the manufacturer was not notified. the approximate failure mileage was 26,000.
Tl* the contact owns a 2009 chevrolet malibu. upon depressing the brake pedal, the rpm meter fluctuated independently. also, the brake warning lamps on the rear of the vehicle flashed intermittently without warning. the vehicle was taken to an independent mechanic. the vehicle was not diagnosed or repaired. the manufacturer was not made aware of the failure. the failure mileage was 65,000.
While driving the car at any speed the vehicle will accelerate on its own and the rpm will increase to 4 or higher as if i am smashing the gas. during this time of the rpm fluctuation you can hear the engine sound louder and feel the acceleration almost like a jolt. at night when driving the car you can see the brake light illuminate without ever touching the brakes. i've taken the car to the dealership several times regarding this matter they claim it has been fixed, however i'm still having the same problem. when it is warm/hot outside, when using the keyless remote to lock/unlock the car all locks will stick. the only way i can get into the vehicle is to use the key to open the doors and if i have groceries in the back seat i will have to crawl from the front to the back to open the doors. *tr
Seats - front driver power seat, there is a bracket or brace that goes across the front and supports the seat, it is welded, the weld is broken, after doing forum and google searches this is a common problem for years with the broken weld, causing the seat to become unstable and allowed to rock while driving. engine - the front engine oil seal or crankshaft pulley seal is prone to leaking, there is service bulletin out about this issue for a 6 cyl model, apparently the 4cyl model has the same problem. the fix is to have the seal replaced with an updated style constructed with a better spring and seal wiper. this can cause a substantial oil leak, even though this could not cause (to the best i know) a serious problem, it does cause oil to leak along the frame and onto the bottom of the engine and possibly onto the exhaust piping behind the engine. it also cause an environment issue causing motor oil to leak onto the ground. *tr
Tl* the contact owns a 2009 chevrolet malibu. while driving approximately 50 mph, the engine warning indicator illuminated with constant reduction in the engine power. the failure recurred whenever the vehicle was in operation. the vehicle was taken to an independent mechanic for diagnosis where they informed the contact that the crank shaft sensor would need to be replaced. the vehicle was not repaired. the manufacturer was not notified of the problem. the approximate failure mileage was 42,000.
Tl* the contact owns a 2009 chevrolet malibu. while driving 60 mph, the steering wheel seized, the engine stalled, and an unknown warning indicator illuminated. the failure recurred numerous times. the vehicle was able to be restarted. the vehicle was taken to a dealer where the diagnostic testing was unknown. the vehicle was not repaired. the manufacturer was notified of the failure. the approximate failure mileage was 69,000.