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.
Air Conditioner · Automatic Transmission · Electrical System · Fuel Pump · Gasoline · Rotor · Switch
We unfortunately own a 2000 chevy malibu. We have already replaced the rotors several times for going out of round. We have also replaced the fuel pump at less then 50,000 miles at the cost of $728.00. The air conditioner pops on and off on its own not cooling for the most part. The turn signals are nonfunctional and our vin number is not included in the recall although it should be. Then there is the transmission…
ODI 10080442
Electrical System
Dt: ninety percent of the time the vehicle hazard lights didn't work and made noise. It was later determined that a solder had cracked and shorted out. Other vehicle's were recalled (recall# 03v327000) but the consumer's vehicle was not included . *nm
ODI 10119965
Electrical System
Electronic computer module malfunctioning. Chevy malibu 2000 is only four years old. This problem should not be happening. When starting the car all of the warning lights come on, fuel gage does not work , speedometer does not work, no heat or air conditioning blows, windows will not roll down, eventually all lights pop off except the check engine light and everything begins to work... Windows, temperature,…
ODI 10059098
Electrical System
When the consumer attempted to started the vehicle the anti theft lights illuminated on the dashboard. When this light is illuminated the vehicle will not start. The heater and signal lights also failed to operate. The manufacturer and the dealer will be informed of the problem. *nm
ODI 10059355
Automatic Transmission · Electrical System · Engine And Engine Cooling · Suspension
I had the car for 3 1/2 years and it has given me so many problems with misfire sensors, clicking noise in the engine, noise while driving over a bump or hole, this is besides other problems like water pump, fuel pump, transmission, check engine light on the dashboard and much more. *jb
ODI 10066418
Electrical System · Fuel Pump
While driving and/or attempting to use the turn signal, a short in the flasher switch made the turn signal inoperative and made other electrical components inoperative (ex. Gauges, radio and a/c fan). The electrical problem also caused the engine to stall. When the consumer pushed the flasher switch repeatedly the electrical components would work temporarily. The fuel pump was replaced to alleviate the stalling…
ODI 10053624
Electrical System · Exterior Lighting
In late 2003, early 2004, the hazard lights stopped working and you had to hold button down to keep them on. At the time, i had not received a recall notice. I had my mechanic work on it and fix the wiring. In aug. 2014, it became a problem again, which i haven't fixed yet. Due to recent recalls, of which i received a notice for having my ignition and keys fixed for my car, i went onto the nhtsa website to check…
ODI 10650863
Air Conditioner · Cooling System · Electrical System · Fuel System, Gasoline · Rotor · Suspension
Intermittently when the brake pedal was applied, the brakes grabbed so hard that the entire vehicle vibrated severely. When this occurred, the vehicle failed to stop immediately. This resulted in extended stopping distance. The brake rotors warped. On one occasion this failure caused lost of control, in which the consumer almost crashed into an 18 wheeler, but was able to pull over to the medium. The dealership has…
ODI 10075995
Electrical System
Recurring problem with a "theft system" error. In cold weather, the theft system disables the vehicle for 10 minutes, then maybe will allow car to start. There are numerous complaints on auto forums regarding this exact issue. Each year for the last 4 we have issues with the car not starting. This is related to a "pass lock" system in this vehicle. This vehicle does not have an alarm, not remote starter. *tr
ODI 10251047
Electrical System
The 4 way flasher failed to work properly after being turned on. The turn signals worked only intermittently when in use. Please provide further information. *nlm
ODI 10040621
Electrical System
2000 chevrolet malibu , engine shut down at normal driving speed 4 times although plenty of fuel in tank. *la
ODI 10041214
Electrical System · Engine
I bought this chevrolet malibu ls in 2000 and already i have the following problems: alternator is out, air compresser out, blower motor is out, battery is out they are still checking on the oil leakage. *nlm
ODI 10023136
Electrical System · Service Brakes, Hydraulic
When the vehicle hit a pot hole, the engine shut down, the dealer inspected the vehicle 4 times , however the problem could not be duplicated.*ak. Also when the brakes were applied, the vehicle did not stop, the brakes had to be re-applied in order to get the vehicle to stop. *ts *jb
ODI 10022953
Electrical System · Engine
Previously submitted this report/complaint on this site, to gm and to the ftc around 2004 with no response. The chevrolet malibu from 2000 has similar ignition and engine issues now reported on the news in the cobalt and other cars. Owner had to replace the intake manifold several times, the ignition,starter, key system, idle control valve, and other parts numerous times due to the car engine smoking, "turning off"…
ODI 10576526
Electrical System · Engine
I bought this car brand new (had 4 miles on it) in august of 2000. Within a month, the a/c motor had to be replaced. Within 6 months the engine began to surge, and felt like it was going to stall whenever at a stop. During this same period of time, the brakes began pulsating, and i replaced them on my own. I have not had an issue with them since. Then this year, 2003, it completely died on me while doing 70 in rush…
ODI 10041291
Cooling System · Electrical System · Fuel Gauge System · Pads · Turn Signal
I too, have many of the problems that other malibu owners have. My turn signals work intermittently, the brakes have been replaced 2x, in addition to rotors, etc. The battery blew up, but was replaced as was the ac turning off and on by itself. The one issue that is very concerning to me, is one familiar to you. My car cuts off at anytime while driving. It has done this to me on 2 separate occasions. Nashville has 3…
ODI 10016719
Electrical System
Vehicle shuts completely down at when going over a bump or pothole in the road. Does not happen every time a bump is hit, but has happened over 10 times and you never know when it might happen. *ph
ODI 10038781
Electrical System
Tl*the contact owns a 2000 chevrolet malibu. When the contact started the vehicle, the anti-theft warning light illuminated on the instrument panel until the engine was turned off. The vehicle was taken to an authorized dealer and they stated that the failure was related to the ignition cylinder. The technician further stated that the vehicle could shut off at any moment if the component was not replaced. The…
ODI 10237361
12v/24v/48v Battery · Brake Lights · Electrical System · Fan/Motor · Power Train · Service Brakes, Hydraulic · Suspension
Numerous problems: brakes made noise when applied, vehicle jerked when at a complete stop,the vehicle shut down on the consumer three times, it started loud and hard, bounced while being driven and a bolt fell off from under the passenger seat, however the dealer stated the bolt did not belong to the vehicle. *ph also the rear passenger window was inoperative, and the battery was weak. *jb
ODI 10029564
Cooling System · Electrical System · Structure · Suspension
I have encountered the following problems in the year since i purchased said vehicle: -signal &/or hazard lights work periodically -radio & lighter short out/blow fuses -a/c not working -a/c cuts on automatically w/ recirculation button -vent only works on level 3 or higher -water present in trunk -uneven tire wear -erratic gas gauge readings -coolant ran completely out w/out reason. *jb
ODI 10023617
Electrical System
Blinker just stops working occasionally, it happens when driving or stopped. I can get them to work again by pressing the hazard lights button several times and they will eventually come back on, it only happens randomly. It started about a year ago happening rarely, now it happens weekly. *nlm
ODI 10016469
Electrical System
Consumer states that defroster and warning lights do not work. Consumer feels the computer is defected. Please provide any further information. Nlm
ODI 8019415
Electrical System
2000 chevy malibu. Anti-theft system randomly engages and will not allow the car to be started. We have to key lock and unlock the doors, have had to unhook the battery(which we just replaced in hopes that was part of the problem) , and let the car sit for ten minutes in hopes that it will reset itself. At 2:30 in the morning, and the neighborhood i work in, this is unsafe. *tr
ODI 10413198
Air Conditioner · Electrical System · Foundation Components · Fuel System, Other · Recliner
Brakes on vehicle have been replaced three times in past year. Contacted dealer, and there was not much dealer could do. *ak also, gas guage failed twice. The passenger seat recliner was damaged. The electric out let broke and a/c heating system failed. *yh
ODI 889444
Electrical System · Engine · Vehicle Speed Control
2000 chevrolet malibu. Consumer writes in regards to ignition switch problems. *smd the consumer stated the ignition switch was replaced twice. It was replaced on november 30, 1999 and march 19, 2014. The consumer stated while driving, the vehicle the steering and brakes failed. Also, the oil pressure switch and throttle body were replaced. *jb
ODI 10666954