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
While vehicle is on some power is lost while vehicle is still running. Motor is on but a/c , dashboard gauges, power windows, power locks, windshield wipers do not operate. I recently had vehicle serviced for recent recall #14350. I have noticed on inspecting vehicle that if key is slightly adjar or moved these loses happen. When contacting gm dealership i was informed that it had nothing to do with ignition. *tr
ODI 10663272
Electrical System
The vehicle wouldn't start at all, towed to the garage had to put a new ignition switch, lock cylinder with passkey security systems total, ignition switch $175.68, lock cylinder with passkey security system $230.21 labor $152.00 total $602.52. I called regarding this recall that i just got in the mail, and they said that i will not be refund for this. I believe that this was caused by the keys, we have had problems…
ODI 10633524
Electrical System · Exterior Lighting
After reading other comments, i have to laugh. Why can't they fix this with so many complaints. The turn signals just stopped working one day. Three days later they worked. Then a few days after that they stopped working again and then just seemed to work when they wanted to. Took it in to jimmie johnson chevrolet when the signals were not working. Picked up the car to hear they could not find a problem. Sure enough…
ODI 10730782
Electrical System · Fuel System, Gasoline
My 2002 chevrolet malibu ls left me stranded at a busy fueling station. The car refused to start due to the faulty passlock ignition switch system. These parts were replaced at an authorized gm service center at approximately 47,000 miles due to the same issue of refusing to start. Now at around 21,000 miles later the parts have failed again. Gm and nhtsa need to resolve these safety issues. I don't feel safe in…
ODI 10597147
Electrical System
I'm having trouble with the ignition. Sometimes it will start right away, and then other times it will take 3 - 9 tries!! Especially when it's really hot outside 90+ degrees. What's causing this. I purchased a new battery so that is not the problem!! *tr
ODI 10608105
Electrical System
Car will not start. After reviewing make & model with same issue something needs to be done asap. Who has time to wait 10 mins when needing to get tp emergency room or doctor & will not be able to afford ambulatory services. You ppl know it should be a emergency recall.
ODI 10735392
Electrical System · Exterior Lighting · Fuel System, Gasoline
Antitheft system intermittently causing car to stall and fails to restart tail lights are failing fuel system cutoff. *tr
ODI 10620876
Electrical System
2002 chevrolet malibu. Consumer requests reimbursement for ignition switch recall repairs. *smd the consumer stated while driving, the vehicle suddenly stalled for the third time. He was able to drift to the side of the shoulder of the roadway. He tried cranking the vehicle, but it would not start. He had the vehicle to a local garage. *jb the ignition switch was replaced. The consumer received a recall notice,…
ODI 10584877
Electrical System
They are now telling me i need ignition lock cylinder and housing and a pass lock sensor . Just for this they charged me $282.07 labor no parts they did nothing to help this matter . Purchased this chevy malbu in 2004 with 31000 miles on it garaged kept and maintain records . Because of electrical malfunction replaced catalytic converter four times each time was not necessary . Sensors issue and missed diagnosis on…
ODI 10726022
Electrical System
2002 chevrolet malibu. Consumer states vehicle lost all power and steering, when the vehicle stalled while driving. *tgw the consumer stated the vehicle stalled on three separate occasions. The ignition switch was replaced, the last time the vehicle stalled. *jb
ODI 10653293
Electrical System
A few months ago my 2002 chevy malibu would not start. I reset the theft system for 10 minutes and then everything was fine. Then about a month later the theft system light would come on sporadically and then eventually stay on. I took it to my local mechanic and was told that the ignition switch needs to be changed out. Shortly after that i heard about the gm recall but for some reason the 2002 chevy malibu is not…
ODI 10586507
Electrical System · Engine
My handicapped mother has a 2002 chevrolet malibu that has been experiencing the same exact ignition related issues as those in the current massive gm recall. On more than two occasions the anti-theft light illuminates and the vehicle shuts off while she was driving. This has resulted in two significant repeat repairs, one in 2010 and one this week. In both cases the chevrolet dealership describes the issue as an…
ODI 10569015
Electrical System · Engine
Was driving down the road and the theft system light came on and engine shut down as i was driving down the road. Almost caused a wreck. Did online research and found many similar complaints and same incidents. No recall on ignition switch/theft system light. Gm knows of an issue and won't fix the problem. *tr
ODI 10566423
Electrical System
Car shows theft light comes on check engine light, motor shut off, gas gauge said empty all lights shows up on dash , aaa tow to pep boys lancaster pa. Fruitville pike store .they installed new alternator and new serpentine belt and belt tensioner . Also eight month prier same issue all lights came on and car stopped and needed towed they replaced fuel pump . I have seen documents that pointed out that key needs…
ODI 10568968
Electrical System
Tl* the contact owns a 2002 chevrolet malibu. The contact stated that the vehicle stalled intermittently multiple times. The contact's vin was not included in nhtsa campaign id number 14v047000 (electrical system) or nhtsa campaign id number 14v252000 (electrical system). The vehicle was scheduled for diagnostic testing and to be repaired. The manufacturer was notified of the failure. The approximate failure mileage…
ODI 10593664
Control Module · Electrical System
Tl* the contact owns a 2002 chevrolet malibu. The contact stated that while driving at an unknown speed, the vehicle stalled. The vehicle was taken to an independent mechanic. The technician diagnose that the anti-theft system failed. The vehicle was not repaired. The manufacturer was made aware of the failure. The failure mileage was 160,000 and the current mileage was 162,000.
ODI 10610916
Electrical System
Tl* the contact owns a 2002 chevrolet malibu. The contact stated that while driving at an unknown speed, the vehicle began to experience electrical malfunctions with the automatic locks activated and deactivated independently. The contact stated that shortly after, the vehicle stalled. The vehicle was taken to the dealer. The technician diagnosed that the battery needed to be replaced. The contact was not aware if…
ODI 10713628
Electrical System · Engine
When the car is started, everything seems to be fine, but then the theft system light comes on. When the car is in park and reverse things seem to be normal. At the point the car is placed into drive, the fuel light comes on and says that there is no fuel in the car. At this point, the car will either stall out, while driving or we are able to continue driving. If we are able to continue driving, the car repeatedly…
ODI 10563570
Electrical System · Fuel/Propulsion System
Both part of my gas tank and my computer have same issues as thousands more where the alarm shuts the car off while you are driving. *tr
ODI 10549513
Electrical System · Turn Signal
Turn signals just randomly work when they want to. Had it to the garage recently and asked why they didn't work right, didn't get much of an answer. This is a real safety issue and in doing my research, i'm not the only one with this issue. *js
ODI 10538310
Electrical System · Exterior Lighting
I have a hard time getting any key to turn the car on. It seems like the whole where the key goes into is very loose. I sometimes have to try to turn it up to ten times before the car will start,i have tried both keys that came with the car and even got new ones and nothing works, if i ever have to start in an emergency i won't be able to do it. My turn signals also click when not in use, i did have a recall on this…
ODI 10610830
Electrical System
Tl* the contact owns a 2002 chevrolet malibu. The contact stated while driving approximately 55 mph, the engine stalled without warning. The vehicle was towed to a mechanic for diagnosis. The technician stated that the ignition lock cylinder needed to be replaced. The vehicle was repaired. The manufacturer was not notified of the failure. The approximate failure mileage was 113,000. Updated 11/20/14*cn
ODI 10640571
Electrical System · Engine · Fuel System, Gasoline
May 2013: car hard to start; multiple attempts before engine started may 2013: had new key made at local chevrolet dealer december 2013: continued problems starting car; replaced ignition switch july 1, 2014: gm announces expanded recall to include 2002 malibu; called local chevrolet dealer; they said we have to wait for the letter from gm; dealer did not know about expanded recall july 14, 2014: car engine turned…
ODI 10610707
Electrical System · Steering
2002 chevrolet malibu. Vehicle has been recalled because of the key ring is carrying added weight and the vehicle may go off the road. *ta also, the power steering rack and lines were replaced. *jb
ODI 10659556
Electrical System
Car wont start due to passlock system malfunction,i must let car sit for 10 minutes with ignition switch in on position then turn key off for 20 seconds then restart,this happens about every 4 to 5 starts, this is a known problem and gm will not recall and fix. Please search internet to verify problem. *tr
ODI 10482835