2001 Chevrolet Malibu Switch Problems
- 23
- 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.
What owners report
- ignition switch · 14 records
- without warning · 6 records
- failure mileage · 6 records
- switch needed · 5 records
- needed replaced · 5 records
- fuel pump · 4 records
Mileage in stored records
| Band | Records |
|---|---|
| 60–100k mi | 9 |
| 30–60k mi | 5 |
| 1–30k mi | 2 |
| 100–150k mi | 2 |
| 150–400k mi | 1 |
Complaint records
Owner-submitted complaint content, presented as stored.
Fuel/Propulsion System · Switch
Tl* the contact owns a 2001 chevrolet malibu. The contact stated that the vehicle's pass lock system failed and shut off the fuel pump. While the contact was driving 65 mph, the pass lock system would shut off the fuel pump system, which caused the engine to seize without warning. The contact spoke with james chevrolet of johnstown (108 s comrie ave, johnstown, ny 12095, [redacted]) and was informed that they could…
ODI 11246695
Engine · Switch
Tl* the contact owns a 2001 chevrolet malibu. When the vehicle was stopped, the engine continued to rev. The vehicle was taken to an independent mechanic where it was diagnosed that the ignition switch needed to be replaced. The repairs were made, but the failure recurred on numerous occasions. The manufacturer was not notified. The vin was unknown. The failure mileage was 95,000.
ODI 10885041
Switch
Tl* the contact owns a 2001 chevrolet malibu. The contact stated that the accelerator pedal was depressed in order to start the vehicle. The contact mentioned that if the accelerator pedal was not depressed, the vehicle would stall. The vehicle was taken to an independent mechanic where it was diagnosed that the ignition switch needed to be replaced. The vehicle was not repaired. The manufacturer was not made aware…
ODI 10664379
Electrical System · Switch
Tl* the contact owns a 2001 chevrolet malibu. The contact stated that the key failed to turn into any position in the ignition switch preventing the contact from turning the vehicle on. The vehicle was not repaired. The manufacturer was not notified of the issue. The approximate failure mileage was 112,000.
ODI 10651363
Electrical System · Switch
Tl* the contact owns a 2001 chevrolet malibu. The contact stated that the key was shaken several times in order to start or shut down the vehicle. The vehicle was taken to a dealer where there was no failure determined. The vehicle was not repaired. The contact received notification of nhtsa campaign number: 14v400000 (electrical system). The manufacturer was not notified of the failure. The failure mileage was…
ODI 10648158
Switch
Tl* the contact owns a 2001 chevrolet malibu. The contact stated that while waiting at a traffic light, the vehicle stalled without warning. The vehicle was able to restart however, the failure recurred on three occasions. The vehicle was taken to the dealer where the technician replaced the ignition switch. The manufacturer was notified of the failure. The failure mileage was 73,315.
ODI 10638102
Switch
Tl* the contact owns a 2001 chevrolet malibu. While driving approximately 20 mph the engine stalled without warning. He coasted to the side of the road and jump started the engine to resume normal operation. The vehicle was taken to an independent mechanic for inspection. The mechanic repaired the ignition bypass switch. The vehicle was taken to an authorized dealer on numerous occasions for the identical failure.…
ODI 10295568
Control Module · Switch
Ignition switch / passlock anti-theft system prevents vehicle from starting about 70 percent of the time. *tr
ODI 10215533
Alternator/Generator/Regulator · Module · Switch · Wiring
Purchased car in 2002 and ran fine until about 8 months ago. Replaced alternator and car ran fine for another 3 months. Since, has failed while driving on highway and city roads. Replaced ignition control module. Ran for another month. Same problem arose. Replaced spark plugs and engine sensor. Ran for another 2 months. Still having same problem. Will kill while driving and eventually won't start at all. Will turn…
ODI 10186135
Electrical System · Switch
Own 2001 malibu. Began shutting off while driving about 2 yrs ago. Had ignition switch replaced 2 mos ago. Also, horn beeps, locks go off and on and hazard light button clicks as if the car is possessed. *tr
ODI 10291032
Switch
Intermittently all dash lights stay on when starting the car. Also the radio/ clock does not come on for approx. 60 sec's. Dealer wants to replace ignition switch and passlock sensor. This seems to be a common problem with this car. Manufacturer should be responsible for repairs. *nm
ODI 10153467
12v/24v/48v Battery · Disc · Switch
2001 malibu has had front brake disc and battery replaced, 16804 miles on vehicle.. Mechanic has now informed consumer that ignition switch needs to be replaced. *ts *jb
ODI 10155181
Switch
The driver placed the key inside of the ignition switch and the vehicle would not turn on. The driver had the vehicle towed to the dealer, and the mechanic determined that ignition cylinder switch needed to be replaced. *ak the problem would occur with no warning. The theft light had illuminated due to the ignition sensor and had to be reprogrammed. The theft light would also flash and the vehicle would become hard…
ODI 10115093
Ignition · Switch
I put key in ignition switch and it would not turn to any position , buy it does still lock all doors. Dealership would not replace the switch ,free of charge.veh. Only has 62000 miles on it.i am not happy about this defect.*ak
ODI 10116440
Control Module · Flasher Unit · Fuel Pump · Rotor · Switch · Unknown Or Other
I have had the brakes and rotors replaced twice since buying the car in april of 2001. I took the car to jim butler chevrolet for the turn signal/flasher problem which was later recalled and i was reimbursed. I took it to don darr chevy which fixed a faulty switch operating the air conditioner/switching to outside air. I had the car towed to dobbs when it would not start, they said it was the fuel pump and assembly…
ODI 10102163
Switch
Tl* the contact owns a 2001 chevrolet malibu. The contact stated that while driving at various speeds, the vehicle stalled without warning. The vehicle was towed to an independent mechanic where it was diagnosed that the ignition switch needed to be replaced. The vehicle was repaired. The manufacturer was made aware of the failure. The failure mileage was 50,000 and the current mileage was 160,000 updated…
ODI 10611208
Switch
Consumer stated that when putting key in the ignition to start vehicle it will not start. This was the second time this happened. Had the vehicle towed to the dealer the first time, and was told that they had to reprogram the computer. Currently, it was doing the same thing. The first time it happened was on 5/28/04,and again on 6/3/04.*ak
ODI 10075925
Cooling System · Radiator Assembly · Switch · Unknown Or Other
My upper and lower intake manifold gaskets need to be repaired. Under ca. Emssions law the intake manifold is covered but not the components or parts. The gaskets should not wear out this fast on a new car that has been keep in good repair. These parts should be recalled. *ak
ODI 10038646
Fuel Pump · Rotor · Switch · Wheel Bearing
When driving at highway speeds the vehicle stalled. The vehicle also lost power steering but the consumer managed to pull over. Problem had not been resolved. *ak two separated dealerships stated that there was nothing they could do to fix the problem until one dealer kept the vehicle for a week and stated that the vehicle experienced a "hicc up" and the vehicle was repaired. The left front wheel bearing was noisy…
ODI 10039645
Park/Neutral Start Interlock Switch · Radiator Assembly · Switch
At approximately 30000 miles my car started hesitating when starting. The dealer could find no fault and i kept driving with only periodic problems. Then my gas gauge, radio, engine check light and passive alarm system kept coming on. At, 43,000 miles the car would not start. The dealer said the key had lost its memory but i still kept having the same problems. At, 48,354 miles the car totally went out. After having…
ODI 10037538
Switch
While driving and without warning, all of electrical outlets went out, resulting in windows/radio, and air conditioning becoming inoperative. Dealer has been notified about the occurring problem on more than one occasion; however, had no remedy for problem. *ak the speedometer is the only thing operable on the dash. Upon starting the vehicle the only thing operable was the radio. Consumer didn't report the defect…
ODI 8013082
Electrical System · Switch
Chevrolet malibu shut off while driving. Doors locked, gauges went off, etc. Dealer replaced the ingition switch, and the body control module. *ak
ODI 10082856
Switch
While driving and without warning vehicle lost power. Vehicle was taken in to the dealer, and dealer determined that ignition switch needed to be replaced. *ak
ODI 10061071