1999 Chevrolet Malibu Electrical System Problems
- 73
- Owner complaint records in our dataset
Records are owner complaints, not a measured failure rate.
Owner complaint recordsComplaint records reflect reports in our dataset and do not measure how frequently the problem occurs across all vehicles.
Among these 73 stored complaint records:
- 2 indicate a crash
- 1 indicate injury
- 0 indicate fire
What owners report
- Ignition · 2 records
Mileage in stored records
| Band | Records |
|---|---|
| 60–100k mi | 14 |
| 100–150k mi | 13 |
| 150–400k mi | 8 |
| 30–60k mi | 7 |
| 1–30k mi | 4 |
Complaint records
Owner-submitted complaint content, presented as stored.
Electrical System
Tl* the contact owns a 1999 chevrolet malibu. While driving approximately 55 mph, the vehicle stalled without warning. The vehicle was towed to the contact's residence and was not diagnosed or repaired. The vehicle was included in nhtsa campaign number: 14v400000 (electrical system). The manufacturer was not made aware of the failure. The failure mileage was unavailable.
ODI 10640473
Electrical System
Tl* the contact owns a 1999 chevrolet malibu. The contact stated that while driving at various speeds, the key would independently release from the ignition but the vehicle continued to operate as normal. The contact also stated that on multiple occasions, the key was difficult to turn in the ignition in order to start the vehicle. The vehicle was not diagnosed or repaired. The manufacturer was notified of the…
ODI 10654656
Electrical System · Fuel/Propulsion System
Tl* the contact owns a 1999 chevrolet malibu. The contact stated that the key became lodged in the ignition the vehicle could not be powered off. Also, the contact mentioned that the fuel gauge was showing erroneous readings and would read that the fuel tank was empty when it was actually full. The vehicle was not taken to the dealer. The manufacturer was made aware of the failure. The vehicle was not repaired. The…
ODI 10574787
Electrical System
Tl* the contact owns a 1999 chevrolet malibu. The contact stated that the anti-theft system warning lamp illuminated, which prevented her from powering on the vehicle. The contact mentioned that the vehicle failed to recognize the key. The vehicle was taken to the dealer where it was diagnosed that the pass lock was defective and needed to be replaced. The manufacturer was made aware of the failure. The vehicle was…
ODI 10549043
Electrical System
Tl* the contact owns a 1999 chevrolet malibu. The contact stated that the ignition key would turn however, the engine failed to start. The vehicle was towed to an authorized dealer, who stated that the ignition switch would need to be replaced. The vehicle was not repaired but able to be restarted after one hour. The contact would leave the engine running when exiting the vehicle for five minutes to ensure the…
ODI 10574438
Electrical System
Anti-theft locked. Will not allow the car to start. Allowed ignition to stay in "on" position as stated to do, still won't work. Tried this numerous times. (battery is fine-radio works, lights go on). Car keeps "dinging" when doors opened, hood, or trunk. The lights keep flashing on dashboard. Anti-theft light keeps going on. Car had to be towed. Loss of work and important appointments. Resetting the lock key did…
ODI 10511706
Electrical System
Tl* the contact owns a 1999 chevrolet malibu. The contact had to wait several minutes before attempting to start the vehicle. The vehicle was taken to an independent mechanic who was unable to diagnose the cause of the failure. The vehicle was included in nhtsa campaign number: 14v400000 (electrical system). The manufacturer was not notified. The approximate failure mileage was 25,000.
ODI 10638875
Electrical System
Tl* the contact owns a 1999 chevrolet malibu. The contact stated that the vehicle failed to start and the anti theft light illuminated on the instrument panel. The dealer serviced the vehicle under nhtsa campaign number: 14v400000 (electrical system) however, the remedy failed to repair the failure. The manufacturer was made aware of the failure. The vehicle was not repaired. The failure mileage was 120,000.
ODI 10706371
Electrical System
1999 chevrolet classic customer vehicle stopped running suddenly.*cw the consumer stated the vehicle lost power steering, brakes and engine power. *jb the consumer recently received a recall notice regarding the ignition system, which described the exact problem he experienced. He is seeking reimbursement for the charges he incurred for replacing the part and towing charges. Updated 07/20/15. *jb
ODI 10653278
Electrical System
Well started when i first bought this stupid pos. Gas gage didn't ever work. I never know !much gas i've got. Then the abs light started coming on flashing. Had it checked out by a mechanic but couldn't find anyway to fix it. The brakes then started in on me almost causing an accident but the other car didn't realize i had no way possible to stop. They just quit working no notice. I then lost the ability to roll…
ODI 10619163
Electrical System
Tl* the contact owns a 1999 chevrolet malibu. While the vehicle was parked, the theft protection warning light illuminated intermittently and caused the vehicle to stall. After waiting, the vehicle restarted. The failure recurred numerous times. The vehicle was taken to a dealer where it was diagnosed that the module needed to be replaced. The manufacturer was notified of the failure. The failure mileage was…
ODI 10780081
Electrical System · Engine · Fuel/Propulsion System
The theft system, passlock, fails causing the car to not start for 10 minutes. This can and has happened consecutively, sometimes causing a wait of 30 minutes, before the car can be started. Apparently the theft deterrent system is defective, known issue with gm, and does not read the key properly when inserted in the ignition system. So, it will shut off the fuel pump to the engine, disabling the engine. *tr
ODI 10463858
Electrical System
Tl* the contact owns a 1999 chevrolet malibu. The contact stated that while driving at 30 mph, the engine stalled and the vehicle independently veered to the right and left without warning. The failure occurred numerous times. The contact received nhtsa campaign number: 14v400000 (electrical system) and believed that the failure was related to the recall. The vehicle was not diagnosed or repaired. The manufacturer…
ODI 10654685
Electrical System
Security pass lock problem, security light is on,replaced ignition cylinder. Car still periodically shuts down while driving what's gm want to do wait until a incident like toyota happens, or worse causing multiple deaths or injuries. I ran across to many similar incident like this on internet. What if someone is coming on a interstate and while merging this happens, it could cause horrific incidents gm is trying to…
ODI 10428957
Air Bags · Electrical System
Tl* the contact owned a 1999 chevrolet malibu. While driving at an unknown speed, the vehicle stalled without warning and crashed. The air bags failed to deploy. A police report was filed. The contact sustained injuries that required medical attention. The contact received a recall notification for nhtsa campaign number: 14v400000 (electrical system). The vehicle was destroyed. The manufacturer was not made aware of…
Crash reported · 1 injury
ODI 10633369
Electrical System
I try to start my 1999 chevy malibu and it will not start the security system light blinks then about 10 minutes later i have a chance of starting it again. Sometimes it wont start the second try either then i wait another 10 minutes to start it. I am lead to believe this is something with the anti theft system. These vehicles need a recall so owners may have there cars fixed at the manufactures expense not ours. I…
ODI 10419182
Electrical System · Fuel System, Gasoline · Latches/Locks/Linkages · Service Brakes, Hydraulic · Trunk Lid
I bought this car from a private owner not a dealership. The only problem it had when we bought it was the fuel gauge did not work. Now almost a year later i have multiple problems. The worst is while driving down the road at 65 mph my car just shuts off, no warning, the steering locks up and this happened with my 2 children in the car it was very scary. Then while sitting at a red light when i got ready to drive it…
ODI 10438536
Electrical System
The passlock system, in my 1999 chevy malibu, fails on a regular basis. Probably 1 out of 10 starts the passlock system prevents the engine from starting, and i need to wait 10 minutes before i can try it again; often, the 2nd try also requires waiting ten minutes. This is deeply frustrating on its own, but is dangerous when i need my car to start: for example, when it is late at night, or when my surroundings are…
ODI 10404442
Electrical System · Ignition
Tl* the contact owns a 1999 chevrolet malibu. The contact stated while driving approximately 70 mph, the vehicle stalled without warning. The vehicle was able to be restarted. The vehicle was taken to an independent mechanic. The technician diagnosed that the ignition switch needed to be replaced. The vehicle was not repaired. The manufacturer was notified of the failure. The failure mileage was unknown.
ODI 10643550
Electrical System
Our vehicle starts and stops running the anti-theft light blinks on and off. It locks into theft mode. After letting the key sit in the "on" position in the ignition for 10minutes the car will stop. The car will drive and shut off with no warning. The abs and battery lights stays on. The car will shift out of gear when the key is out of the ignition. We've had the car towed to a gm dealership twice and they…
ODI 10346707
Electrical System · Fuel System, Gasoline
Malfunctioning theft system in 1999 chevy malibu, proper key is being used to start the vehicle, however, theft system light will come several times a week, disabling the fuel. The light blinks for 10 minutes before you can attempt to restart the vehicle. *tr
ODI 10344142
Electrical System
My 1999 chevrolet malibu, like many others, does not start half the time, because of its passlock system that is horribly unreliable and doesn't recognize the key. It makes this car almost worthless, as i never know when it's going to start or not, and it's caused me to be late to tests and even miss class numerous times. Something needs to be done about this passlock anti-theft system, it's a burden on so many of…
ODI 10343374
Electrical System
Tl* the contact owns a 1999 chevrolet malibu. The contact stated that there was a random progressing failure in which the key moved out of position without warning. The vehicle was also able to start without the key in the ignition. The fuel gauge also failed to provide a proper reading for an extended period of time and the bulbs constantly shorted out, which caused the contact to have to replace the low beam head…
ODI 10836727
Electrical System
Theft system on my 99 chevy malibu has been a constant source of trouble for the last 5 years. Have replaced ignition cylinder 3 times but still causing problems. This does not work and causes major problems for the drivers especially when it disables the car several times in a row. It appears the system malfunctions in many models and gm is probably aware it was a bad product and should be recalled.*cw
ODI 10302474
Electrical System
I bought a 99 chevy malibu for my daughter. Only 55,000 miles on it. The vehicle all of a sudden started acting up, lights flashing, power locks going crazy locking and unlocking, all the gauges on the dash are going crazy, vehicle ended dying and wont start. Bought a brand new battery $80.00, then purchased a alternator $150.00 vehicle still not running correctly , vehicle ended up not running at all , had the…
ODI 10300167
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