2002 Chevrolet Malibu Electrical System Problems
- 179
- 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 179 stored complaint records:
- 3 indicate a crash
- 0 indicate injury
- 0 indicate fire
What owners report
- ignition switch · 43 records
- anti theft · 24 records
- theft system · 24 records
- failure mileage · 23 records
- notified failure · 18 records
- electrical system · 17 records
Mileage in stored records
| Band | Records |
|---|---|
| 60–100k mi | 42 |
| 100–150k mi | 38 |
| 30–60k mi | 30 |
| 150–400k mi | 15 |
| 1–30k mi | 11 |
Complaint records
Owner-submitted complaint content, presented as stored.
Electrical System · Fuel/Propulsion System
I tried to start my car yesterday morning after having it only sit for an hour when the car would crank but not start. It seemed as if the car was not getting fuel and less than 3 weeks ago had a new fuel pump fixed on it because of this same issue. As i stated before, the car would crank but not start. I had it towed to the local chevy dealership and they were unable to find anything wrong with the car and had it…
ODI 10706184
Electrical System · Exterior Lighting
WON'T CRANK, INTERIOR LIGHTS FLICK ON AND OFF. *TR
ODI 10693455
Electrical System
2002 chevrolet malibu. Consumer writes in regards to ignition switch recall. *smd the consumer stated he received a recall letter stating the ignition key would be modified, instead of replacing the ignition switch. The consumer stated the ignition switch should be replaced. *jb updated 06/17/15.*jb
ODI 10683311
Electrical System
Tl*the contact owns a 2002 chevrolet malibu. The contact received notification of nhtsa campaign number: 14v400000 (electrical system) however, the part to do the repair was unavailable. The contact stated that the manufacturer exceeded a reasonable amount of time for the recall repair. The manufacturer was made aware of the issue. The contact had not experienced a failure.
ODI 10681827
Electrical System
Tl* the contact owns a 2002 chevrolet malibu. The contact stated when attempting to turn the ignition switch, the vehicle failed to start intermittently. The vehicle was not diagnosed or repaired. The contact received a notification of nhtsa campaign number: 14v400000 (electrical system). The vehicle was repaired under the recall but the failure recurred. The manufacturer was not notified of the failure. The…
ODI 10691599
Electrical System
On or around december 19, 2014, i contacted gm, by telephone, concerning recall 14350 for our 2002 chevrolet malibu. This call was following a letter i had sent, dated december 8, 2014. I feel this recall was related to an ignition switch problem we had back in june 2013. In june 2013 i took this vehicle to the dealership because the car engine shut off will driving. I was told the ignition switch had to be…
ODI 10668260
Electrical System
2002 chevrolet malibu. Consumer writes in regards to ignition switch recall notice. *smd the consumer was under the impression, the dealer was going to replace the ignition switch. However, they only replaced the key ring. *jb
ODI 10680224
Electrical System
Tl* the contact owns a 2002 chevrolet malibu. The contact stated that when the key was inserted into the ignition switch, the auto theft warning light illuminated. The vehicle was not diagnosed or repaired. The manufacturer was made aware of the failure. The vin was not available. The failure mileage was 78,000.
ODI 10664527
Electrical System
2002 chevrolet malibu. Safety recall on key ring. *mw the consumer was informed the parts were not available. *jb
ODI 10661719
Electrical System
2002 chevrolet malibu the vehicle cutting off while driving. *mw the consumer stated the dealer did not address the issue, which was the ignition. All they did, was put an insert in the key slot and shortened the ring loop. *jb
ODI 10660629
Electrical System
2002 chevrolet malibu. Consumer writes in regards to ignition switch recall issues. *smd the consumer had an appointment at the dealer for november 7, 2014. The dealer informed the consumer, to keep the ignition on a ring by itself. On november 28, 2014 while driving, the vehicle stalled. It was determined the ignition key caused the starter to jam. The starter was replaced. *jb
ODI 10692446
Electrical System
Tl* the contact owns a 2002 chevrolet malibu. The contact stated that while at a stop sign, the accelerator pedal was depressed but the vehicle stalled. The contact was able to restart the vehicle by shifting into park and starting the vehicle. The vehicle was taken to a dealer where it was repaired under nhtsa campaign number: 14v400000 (electrical system). However, the failure persisted. The manufacturer was not…
ODI 10670189
Electrical System
Update - faulty ignition switch/lock cylinder failure: ignition key could not be removed after parking the vehicle. Gear was in park and brake was depressed (would not move either). Could not turn the key or start the vehicle. Tried everything. Vehicle was towed to sts in ewing nj. They worked on the vehicle and were able to free up the key from the ignition, however when they reinserted the key they could not turn…
ODI 10654895
Electrical System
Ignition key could not be removed after parking the vehicle. Gear was in park and brake was depressed (would not move either). Could not turn the key or start the vehicle. Tried everything. Vehicle was towed to sts in ewing nj. They are working on the vehicle and it appears they need to replace the entire unit, including the ignition switch, as the lock cylinder isn't working. They will need to get the codes from a…
ODI 10654213
Electrical System
Tl* the contact owns a 2002 chevrolet malibu. The contact stated that the repair for nhtsa campaign number: 14v400000 (electrical system) was performed; however, the failure was not corrected. The engine remained on while the key was removed from the ignition and they key had to be jiggle several times to be able to start the engine up, and once the key came out of the ignition while driving and the engine remained…
ODI 10747751
Electrical System
Tl* the contact owns a 2002 chevrolet malibu. The contact received a recall notification for nhtsa campaign number: 14v400000 (electrical system); however, the part needed was unavailable to repair the vehicle. The dealer was unable to advise when the part would become available. The manufacturer was not notified. The contact had not experienced a failure.
ODI 10650678
Electrical System
I had ignition recall serviced on 10/15/2014 at chevrolet dealer. Two days later, key would not open driver's door (manual locks), also stereo and heat would not come on until car was turned off. Problem has just gotten worse, now driver door will not open from inside or outside. I am forced to crawl across front seat to passenger side to get in and out. Also, now stereo stays on when car is turned off, parked and…
ODI 10664138
Electrical System
Car's power turn off while key is in ignition switch if going over a bump. I lose power, none of the dashboard light, power window, air bag work. And this is after a recent recall fix....i know gm has fix some ignition problems but my vehicle is not on that recall. Please help. *tr
ODI 10676526
Electrical System
Tl* the contact owns a 2002 chevrolet malibu. The contact stated that the ignition switch seized and, as a result, the key became lodged in the ignition. The vehicle was taken to an independent mechanic who diagnosed that the ignition switch needed to be replaced. The vehicle was repaired. The manufacturer was notified of the failure. The contact received a notification of nhtsa campaign number: 14v400000…
ODI 10672634
Electrical System
Anti-theft system activates for no apparent reason. One way to restart the vehicle is to turn on the ignition switch for 10-15 minutes, may have to repeat this procedure three times and it still may not start. Looking at consumer complaints many people have spent up to $1500 for repairs that don't always fix the issue. Being stranded in a vehicle in freezing temperatures could be life threating. There are thousands…
ODI 10766469
Electrical System
Tl* the contact owns a 2002 chevrolet malibu. After the vehicle was serviced for the recall repair, the vehicle failed to start. In addition, while driving various speeds, the vehicle stalled without warning. The vehicle was not diagnosed or repaired. The manufacturer was notified of the failure. The failure mileage was 143,543. The nhtsa campaign number was unknown.
ODI 10660861
Electrical System
2002 chevrolet malibu ignition problem, faulty switch and car can incorrectly tell the anti-theft security system that the car is being stolen. Therefore, the car wont start*cw the ignition lock cylinder was replaced. *jb
ODI 10653323
Electrical System
For over a year now i have had issues with my 2002 malibu not starting due to a faulty anti- theft system. The system is the original stock manufacturers theft system. It first begun over a year ago, where my car would not start leaving me stranded. The car sat for nearly 4- days, not knowing what to do! The car has very low miles, only 60,000 original; don't drive much, really only to and from work daily and maybe…
ODI 10643558
Electrical System
Tl* the contact owns a 2002 chevrolet malibu. While in park, the vehicle failed to start and the security alert warning light illuminated. The failure recurred on numerous occasions. The vehicle was taken to a dealer and an independent mechanic. The technicians were unable to diagnose or repair the vehicle. The manufacturer was not notified of the failure. The failure mileage was 94,000.
ODI 10750149
Electrical System
Tl* the contact owns a 2002 chevrolet malibu. The contact the stated that it was difficult to start the ignition with the key. After several attempts the vehicle started and was able to drive normally. The failure recurred on numerous occasions. The vehicle was not diagnosed or repaired. The manufacturer was not notified of the failure. The approximate failure mileage was 75,000.
ODI 10626807