2001 Chevrolet Malibu Electrical System Problems
- 172
- 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 172 stored complaint records:
- 2 indicate a crash
- 1 indicate injury
- 0 indicate fire
What owners report
- ignition switch · 41 records
- anti theft · 40 records
- theft system · 32 records
- failure mileage · 29 records
- electrical system · 23 records
- notified failure · 17 records
Mileage in stored records
| Band | Records |
|---|---|
| 60–100k mi | 48 |
| 100–150k mi | 42 |
| 150–400k mi | 14 |
| 30–60k mi | 7 |
| 1–30k mi | 5 |
Complaint records
Owner-submitted complaint content, presented as stored.
Electrical System · Engine · Fuel/Propulsion System
I've had several issues now with the theft system on my 2001 malibu. It happens about every couple days to weeks now & is becoming a major problem with my job & also when it happens at night when i'm in a dark parking lot, outs not the best situation to be in. Im a single mom & have had plenty of problems with this car but this seems to be the worst & constant one of them all. If gm knew this would be a problem then…
ODI 10536309
Electrical System
When trying to start he car the security light will flash, the car will rev, sound like it is trying to start but won't. Took it to a repair shop and the mechanic said that it was due to the security system not reading the key and shutting the fuel to the car so it will not start. Upon researching this i have found that this is a very common problem with this car. *tr
ODI 10453270
Electrical System · Steering
I went to start the car and it wouldn't start. The theft light came on and wont go off. I only had the car for two days and this happens. I don't have the money to take the car to the dealership or get another car. I lose my job in a week due to the place closing down. *tr
ODI 10448516
Electrical System
Chevy malibu, 2001. The theft system is ridiculous! I'm not trying to steal my own car, and would rather have it stolen than sit in a scary dark parking lot all alone waiting for it to start back up. Also, the anti-lock brake system sucks. Noone around where i live even deals with it. *tr
ODI 10410634
Electrical System
Tl* the contact owns a 2001 chevrolet malibu. The contact stated that the alarm system activated and shut off the fuel system without reason. The failure recurred several times and each time, he would have to wait fifteen minutes for the alarm system to deactive in order for the vehicle to start. The vehicle was taken to the dealer who was unable to diagnose the failure. The manufacturer was made aware of the…
ODI 10411887
Electrical System
Tl* the contact owns a 2001 chevrolet malibu. The contact stated that the vehicle would fail to start sporadically, as a result of the anti-theft pass lock system malfunctioning. The contact called the manufacturer regarding the anti-theft pass lock system and was advised by the manufacturer stated that there were no recalls for the failure. The vehicle was not repaired. The failure mileage was 103,000.
ODI 10409394
Electrical System
When i tried to start the car, the engine turned but the car would not start. The theft light in the dash would flash. I called gm dealer and they explained that many of the gm models of these years had a similar problem. He said there was a fault in the ignition switch where the theft system was not recognizing the key as being the correct key for my automobile. He told me to turn the ignition switch to the on…
ODI 10514956
Electrical System
Tl* the contact owns a 2001 chevrolet malibu. The contact stated occasionally the vehicle will not start and the warning lights are no longer illuminating. The contact took the vehicle to a local mechanic who was unable to duplicate the failure. The dealer was not notified of the failure. The vin was not accepted at the time of the complaint. The failure mileage was 22,000 and the current mileage was 23,000.
ODI 10410573
Electrical System
Anti-theft system passlock randomly activates and prevents starting of car -- must leave key in car for 10-15 minutes and then it starts. It happened again. Did internet search regarding malibu starting problems and saw lots of people have same problem i have but when the cars are taken in they are told they need ignition switch or some other thing but after replacement still have the problem. Other people on the…
ODI 10406903
Electrical System
Tl* the contact owns a 2001 chevrolet malibu. While driving approximately 50 mph, the vehicle stalled without warning. The vehicle was towed to an independent mechanic who replaced the ignition switch and the keys. The vehicle was included in nhtsa campaign number: 14v400000 (electrical system). The manufacturer was notified of the failure. The approximate failure mileage was 76,000. Updated 11/24/14*lj the consumer…
ODI 10643297
Electrical System
Tl* the contact owns a 2001 chevrolet malibu. The contact was driving 50 mph when the vehicle stalled without warning. The anti theft system warning light illuminated after the failure and the vehicle restarted. The failure repeated many times after the initial failure. The vehicle was not taken to the dealer. The manufacturer was not notified. The vehicle was not repaired. The failure mileage was 146,000 and the…
ODI 10454683
Electrical System
[note that i lived in ontario, canada] i stopped my car in a parking lot, but then could not get started. I called the gm dealership and was told to wait for 20 min while leaving the key in the on position. It worked. But when i checked the internet (http://www.car-forums.com/s9/t1545.html) and found this problem is very common. For example, 1) i have found thousands of complaints about the passlock anti theft…
ODI 10366348
Electrical System
Our chevy 2001 malibu has a defective anti theft system that many other complain about also. It disables the car at the most in opportune times that can be life threatening in some instances. Gm should recall this and they have not. *tr
ODI 10367982
Electrical System
Anti-theft system passlock randomly activates and prevents starting of car -- must leave key in car for 10-15 minutes and then it starts. Figured out it was not the battery because had just gotten a new one when it happened again. Did internet search regarding malibu starting problems and saw lots of people have same problem i have but when the cars are taken in they are told they need ignition switch or some other…
ODI 10406043
Electrical System
Tl*the contact owns a 2001 chevrolet malibu. The contact stated that when attempting to start her vehicle the auto theft system locked her out and would not allow entry for at least 10 minutes. The dealer was unable to duplicate the failure. The manufacturer had not been contacted. The vehicle was repaired by an independent mechanic. The vin was not available. The current mileage was approximately 120,000. The…
ODI 10366822
Electrical System
Tl*the contact owns a 2001 chevrolet malibu. While attempting to start the vehicle, the anti-theft light illuminated and the vehicle failed to start. The vehicle had not been diagnosed or repaired. The current and failure mileages were approximately 65,000.
ODI 10359446
Electrical · Electrical System
When i go to start my car-2001 chevy malibu the anti theft light comes on and the car will not start. This has been ongoing for amonth and chevy will not fix. I have researched the internet to find this is a common problem and chevy will not fix or recall. Please help. I am a sr citizen with a severely disabled husband. This happens daily. I had it towed and the garage said a battery needed to be replaced. So it was…
ODI 10358786
Electrical System
The anti-theft won't let me start my car for several minutes in the morning an other times. It takes forever to get started an i need to get a recall on it hopefully. I'm only one of many with this problem. Please help me get this resolved. *tr
ODI 10490682
Electrical System
Several times my 2001 chevy malibu theft system light comes on,and when i turn my car off then try to crank it back up it want crank had to get it reset twice. I'm still having the same problem. *tr
ODI 10353401
Electrical System
Recall on emergency flasher done under recall. Contacted chevrolet c.s. And they confirmed recall done,part replaced. Within the last year the flasher will start clicking without being engaged. Neither the emergency flasher or turn signal flash on and off,but the turn signal indicator makes the clicking noise. This intermittent sound has no pattern,and lasts for various lengths of time,again with no input from the…
ODI 10349681
Electrical System
2001 chevy malibu - passlock system engages at random times causing vehicle to not start. Leaving ignition key in "on" position for ten minutes will allow the vehicle to start, but incident occurs repeatedly. Dealer cannot determine cause, says this is rather common. *tr
ODI 10342522
Electrical System
I have a 2001 malibu i bought brand new. It went to the point where it just wont start. What's happening is the theft system light starts flashing. So i have to set 10 minutes with the ignition lights on and then it will start. But it keeps happening, i was told the only way to fix it is by taking it to the dealer to have expensive work done on it, why would chevrolet put a system in that is that faulty. I seen on…
ODI 10344784
Electrical System
2001 malibu security system - failed to allow owner to start the car. Required 10 minute wait to re-set. Also failed. Owner unable to drive vehicle home from work late at nite. Very dangerous situation. Has occurred numerous times in past several months. Dealers only able to temporarily fix problem at huge cost. There are many, many problems reported on this "security" system. Why isn't gm ordered to recall and…
ODI 10339196
Electrical System
2001 chevy malibu theft prevention passlock system is defective. Every 5-7 starts it activates and you have to wait 10 minutes for it to reset before attempting to start again. *tr
ODI 10348643
Electrical System · Latches/Locks/Linkages
About every three mo. The [xxx] car won't start because of the anti-theft system, and the door locks don't work right,also the power minors. The car is a piece of junk!!!!! Information redacted pursuant to the freedom of information act (foia), 5 u.s.c. 552(b)(6). *tr
ODI 10482289