2000 Chevrolet Malibu Ignition Problems

May 8, 2018

Ignition

Email from senator nelson on behalf of constituent re: reimbursement for repairs on 2000 chevy malibu due to general motors recall 14350 unintended ignition key rotation. *ld the consumer stated the dealer relayed invalid information pertaining to the recall repair. The dealer informed the consumer that the vehicle's key needed to be replaced and that it was not the ignition that needed to be repaired. *js

ODI 11109468

September 5, 2014

Ignition

Tl* the contact owns a 2000 chevrolet malibu. The contact was concerned with the recall remedy listed in nhtsa campaign number: 14v40000 (electrical system), indicating that the dealer would provide two replacement key rings and key covers on all ignition keys. The contact would like the manufacturer to replace the ignition switch to remedy the failure. The contact had not experienced a failure.

ODI 10632669

August 18, 2014

Ignition

I had my ignition key replaced 3 times. How do i file a claim to get my money back? *tr

ODI 10638314

August 4, 2014 · 125,708 miles

Ignition

Tl* the contact owns a 2000 chevrolet malibu. The contact stated that the key became stuck in the ignition switch. Once the key was removed, the engine failed to shut off. The battery had to be disconnected in order to turn off the engine. The dealer stated that the ignition needed to be replaced. The vehicle was not repaired. The contact received a recall notification for nhtsa campaign number: 14v400000…

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ODI 10638878

June 10, 2013

Engine · Ignition

2000 chevrolet malibu. Consumer writes in regards to theft system light malfunction causes vehicle not to start, has had ignition cylinder/passlock sensor replaced several times and problem still exists. *smd the consumer stated the vehicle takes 10 to 25 minutes before the theft system light to go off. Updated 03/31/2017*js

ODI 10902894

August 16, 2005

Ignition

Luckily i have not had any accidents with my 2000 chevy malibu. One of the most common problems with this make and model of vehicle is that the ignition lock cylinder and ignition lock switch malfunctions. This causes the car to not want to start, and while driving, the car will stop in the middle of the road. I personally have been stranded in the middle of intersections because of this problem. This is very…

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ODI 10133038

April 21, 2005 · 58,525 miles

Ignition

Intermittent failure for car to start. Have to play with key to start. Diagnosis was ignition switch. New orleans dealership advised that this is a frequent problem in malibus. *nm

ODI 10118231

February 1, 2005

Ignition

The key to my 2000 malibu will not turn. It started "acting up"only when the car had been running for a while. It know has gotten to the point of everytime the car is turned on. The key is also able to be removed while the car is on. I am in the process to try to replace it, however i can not buy just the cylander i was told i need to replace the whole switch. I have two small children and need to have a car start,…

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ODI 10116087

June 24, 2001

Ignition

Engine cut off while driving on freeway 6-8 times. Dealer replaced wiring and stated they have been having that problem. 2 weeks later happened again. *ak

ODI 748168

January 31, 2000

Air Conditioner · Brake Lights · Gasoline · Ignition · Pads · Radio/Tape Deck/Cd Etc. · Rotor · Sun/Moon Roof Assembly · Suspension · Tail Lights · Tires

The vehicle experienced excessive brake shimmy due to warped rotors, also the front brake pads have uneven wear. Nlm

ODI 560347

Ignition

Vehicle is equipped with a 3.1 litre engine. Vehicle has a tendency to hesitate and stall out during highway speeds. Vehicle will have difficulty restarting after that or may stall again. This is the third time dealership has had to tow vehicle to shop, and still unable to duplicate cause. Please describe details. *ak

ODI 8016174

Ignition

While driving, the vehicle stalled due to a defective ignition.*yh

ODI 567904