2000 Chevrolet Malibu Electrical System Problems
- 127
- 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 127 stored complaint records:
- 3 indicate a crash
- 1 indicate injury
- 1 indicate fire
What owners report
- ignition switch · 33 records
- turn signals · 23 records
- failure mileage · 22 records
- anti theft · 14 records
- theft system · 14 records
- notified failure · 13 records
Mileage in stored records
| Band | Records |
|---|---|
| 60–100k mi | 26 |
| 100–150k mi | 23 |
| 30–60k mi | 17 |
| 150–400k mi | 15 |
| 1–30k mi | 7 |
Complaint records
Owner-submitted complaint content, presented as stored.
Electrical System
Tl* the contact owns a 2000 chevrolet malibu. While driving at an unknown speed, the ignition key would disengage from the vehicle intermittently without warning. The contact mentioned that the failure recurred numerous times. The vehicle was taken to the dealer where it was serviced under nhtsa campaign number: 14v400000 (electrical system); however, the failure recurred. The vehicle was not diagnosed or repaired.…
ODI 10874835
Electrical System
Tl* the contact owns a 2000 chevrolet malibu. The contact stated that after servicing the vehicle under nhtsa campaign number: 14v400000 (electrical), the vehicle was extremely difficult to start after inserting the key. The manufacturer was notified of the failure. The failure mileage was 144,000.
ODI 10651025
Electrical System
Tl* the contact owns a 2000 chevrolet malibu. While driving over a bump in the road, the key would release from the ignition switch. The vehicle was taken to the dealer, but was not diagnosed or repaired. The manufacturer was notified of the failure. The approximate failure mileage was 120,000.
ODI 10885665
Electrical System
Tl* the contact owns a 2000 chevrolet malibu. The contact stated that the vehicle stalled without warning. The contact mentioned that the failure started occurring after the vehicle was repaired under recall nhtsa campaign number: 14v400000 (electrical system).the contact was able to restart the vehicle. The vehicle was not repaired. The manufacturer was not made aware of the failure. The approximate failure mileage…
ODI 10643669
Electrical System
2000 chevrolet malibu. Consumer writes in regards to ignition key problems. *smd the consumer stated it was difficult to turn the ignition switch on and off. Also, the key would get stuck in the ignition. *jb
ODI 10651197
Electrical System · Exterior Lighting · Vehicle Speed Control
There are three safety problems that have occurred. The first is that the turn signals sometimes work and sometimes don't. The second is that the engine will at time accelerate on it's own while driving and while idle. The third is that the engine sometimes completely shuts off while driving when it rains. A car repair shop has identified problems with the throttle position sensor and the idle air control motor.…
ODI 10762160
Electrical System · Fuel/Propulsion System · Vehicle Speed Control
Bought vehicle on sept 3 2014 within a couple weeks while driving car literally just shuts off. Steering locks up, electrical shuts down. Let car sit for a few minutes and will restart. First attempt to fix was new fuel pump. Ran great for 2 weeks then suddenly started again. There is no consistency to the problem-- full tank, empty tank, different speeds, rain, dry. Side roads, main roads. The problem is not…
ODI 10650760
Electrical System
Tl* the contact owns a 2000 chevrolet malibu. The contact stated that the key failed to release from the ignition switch. The contact received a recall notification for nhtsa campaign number: 14v400000 (electrical system), but the recall repair was unable to be performed. The contact also stated that the key was unable to be removed when the gear shifter was placed in park on numerous occasions. After several…
ODI 10731577
Electrical System · Vehicle Speed Control
Tl* the contact owns a 2000 chevrolet malibu. The contact stated that the brake pedal was depressed, but the vehicle accelerated on its own. As a result, the contact crashed into the preceding vehicle. A police report was not filed and there were no injuries. The vehicle was taken to an unknown location for diagnostic testing. The mechanic replaced the water pump and the body control module, but the failure…
Crash reported
ODI 10763596
Electrical System · Turn Signal
Tl* the contact owns a 2000 chevrolet malibu. The contact stated that the hazard one switch failed and caused the turn signals to stop working. The vehicle was not repaired. The manufacturer was not made aware of the issue. The failure mileage was 188,000.
ODI 10780578
Electrical System · Engine
Tl* the contact owns a 2000 chevrolet malibu. While driving approximately 40 mph, the vehicle suddenly decelerated and stalled. The entire instrument panel illuminated. The contact mentioned that the instrument panel had been malfunctioning since the vehicle was purchased. The vehicle was not diagnosed or repaired. The approximate failure mileage was 140,000.
ODI 10606912
Electrical System
The ignition turned off. Going over a railroad crossing. Lost engine power, and power steering, brakes. Pulled over to shoulder, stopped and restarted car. Received a recall notice today 9/19/14, with the vehicle vin matching. The name of the vehicle is incorrect. It says "chevrolet classic". Note: it is a chevrolet malibu. No ware on the vehicle is the name "classic", nor is it indicated on or in the owner's…
ODI 10637662
Electrical System
Tl* the contact owns a 2000 chevrolet malibu. The contact stated that it took numerous attempts for the vehicle to start. The vehicle was not diagnosed or repaired. The manufacturer was not notified of the failure. The failure mileage was unknown.
ODI 10630096
Electrical System · Service Brakes
Tl* the contact owns a 2000 chevrolet malibu. The contact stated that the key was getting stuck in the acc and on positions. The contact indicated that the key could also be removed and the engine remained running. The contact also applied the brake pedal and it went to the floorboard causing the contact to have to apply force numerous times to get the vehicle to come to a complete stop. The vehicle was included in…
ODI 10706082
Electrical System
Tl* the contact owns a 2000 chevrolet malibu. The contact stated that the pass lock system malfunctioned. While driving various speeds, the theft system warning light sporadically illuminated. As a result, all electricity to the vehicle would fail. The contact would have to wait ten minutes in order to drive the vehicle. The failure recurred numerous times. The manufacturer was made aware of the failure. The failure…
ODI 10662770
Air Bags · Electrical System
Tl*the contact owns a 2000 chevrolet malibu. The contact stated that while waiting to make a right turn, another vehicle crashed into the rear of the vehicle. The air bags failed to deploy. A police report was filed. The passenger sustained unknown injuries that required medical attention. The vehicle was destroyed. The manufacturer was made aware of the failure. The failure mileage was 168,000. Djr
Crash reported · 1 injury
ODI 10637472
Electrical System · Engine
My boyfriend and i bought a 2000 chevy malibu from a used car lot. In april of this year i went to take the car for a car wash for the first time and when the car got wet it turned off - all the lights on the dash board came on and the car that i just filled up 5 minutes prior- the gas needle went to zero. I took the key out and waited for the car wash to be over and it fired up right away. But when i got home and i…
ODI 10598891
Electrical System · Fuel System, Gasoline
I was driving my vehicle and it made a loud noise/ sound like it came from the heating and cooling vent inside. I went to the store and the key was stuck in the ignition. I got it out . Start the card after i left the store. The car speed was 10 mph to 25 mph with no meter moving for the gas, thermostat, there was no electricity. Triple a pick up my vehicle on february 27, 2014. Weber chevrolet replaced cylinder and…
ODI 10567812
Electrical System
2000 chevrolet malibu remove and repair ignition lock cylinder switch *ta the consumer is seeking reimbursement. *jb
ODI 10655437
Electrical System
Engine shut down while traveling. Coasted to shoulder. After waiting 10-15 minutes car started up again. Over next two days sometimes car would start and sometimes it would not. When it failed to start immediately after multiple attempts over 10-15 minutes car would finally start. After three days of this situation took car in for diagnosis and repair,and ignition lock cylinder was found to be defective and…
ODI 10568079
Electrical System · Hazard Flashing Warning Lights
Tl* the contact owns a 2000 chevrolet malibu. The contact stated that turn signals and hazard lights would activate independently or failed to work at all. Also, the contact mentioned that burning fumes were emitted into the vehicle and she could hear the wires sparking. The dealer was contacted. The manufacturer was not made aware of the failure. The vehicle was not repaired. The failure and current mileage was…
Fire reported
ODI 10597968
Electrical System · Exterior Lighting
I own a 2000 chevrolet malibu classic and am experiencing intermittent turn signal failure . While attempting a left turn , the turn signals failed to illuminate when activated. In addition, there is a rapid ticking and the hazard lights become inoperable. I was told about a recall for this problem so contacted i manufacturer and was told my vin was not included in the recall. The failure mileage was 67,000 and the…
ODI 10644621
Electrical System · Fuel/Propulsion System · Vehicle Speed Control
We replaced the fuel pump and fuel filter after the car continued to cut off while driving. Another issue was sometimes while driving the car would automatically speed up which made braking hard and rough. I was recently told by the mechanic to replace my ignition switch which is supposed to fix the car turning off while driving. *tr
ODI 10573476
Electrical System
When i put the key in the ignition and try to turn it on there's no power to the fuel pump and it rotates but doesn't start i've seen a lot of problems pertaining to this ignition defect also i need to wait 30 seconds to see the lights power on the odometer and still doesn't start. *tr
ODI 10536007
Electrical System
2000 chevrolet malibu. Consumer states problem with vehicle shutting off and recall reimbursement. *tgw it was determined, the ignition switch needed to be replaced. The consumer received a recall letter in the mail, stating the key would replaced. Chevrolet customer assistance center stated she would not be reimbursed for the ignition switch. *jb
ODI 10651236