2002 Chevrolet Malibu Control Module Problems
- 62
- 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
- anti theft · 45 records
- theft system · 45 records
- system light · 9 records
- ignition switch · 7 records
- theft light · 7 records
- passlock system · 7 records
Mileage in stored records
| Band | Records |
|---|---|
| 60–100k mi | 23 |
| 30–60k mi | 13 |
| 100–150k mi | 5 |
| 1–30k mi | 4 |
| 150–400k mi | 2 |
Complaint records
Owner-submitted complaint content, presented as stored.
Control Module · Engine
Tl* the contact owns a 2002 chevrolet malibu. The contact stated that the engine hesitated when started. Also, the instrument panel lighting became very dim and the data on the screen was not visible. Also, the passenger door would not lock and the windows failed to roll down. All the warning indicators illuminated on the instrument panel. The contact jumped the battery and the engine restarted. Later, the vehicle…
ODI 11221215
Control Module
Tl* the contact owns a 2002 chevrolet malibu. While turning the ignition switch, the vehicle stalled and the anti-theft warning indicator illuminated. The vehicle was taken to an independent mechanic, but was not diagnosed or repaired. The manufacturer was not notified. The vin and failure mileage were unknown. Updated 09/06/17*lj
ODI 10995174
Control Module
Tl* the contact owns a 2002 chevrolet malibu. While attempting to start the vehicle, the security theft light illuminated on the instrument panel. The vehicle would not start and was taken to an independent mechanic where it was diagnosed that the security system prevented the vehicle from starting. The contact stated that the system was reset by the independent mechanic, but the failure recurred. The vehicle was…
ODI 10853248
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
Control Module
Tl* the contact owns a 2002 chevrolet malibu. The contact stated that the anti theft system warning light flickered and the vehicle failed to start. The contact stated that after waiting, the anti theft system warning light remained illuminated and the vehicle was able to start. The failure occurred on five occasions. The vehicle was not diagnosed or repaired. The approximate failure mileage was 18,000.
ODI 10633660
Control Module · Electrical System
Tl* the contact owns a 2002 chevrolet malibu. The contact stated the anti-theft system warning light illuminated preventing the vehicle from starting. The contact mentioned that the anti-theft system reset approximately ten minutes after shutting off the vehicle and then the vehicle was able to start. The contact received notification of nhtsa campaign number: 14v400000 (electrical system). The vehicle was not…
ODI 10640147
Control Module
I have a 2002 malibu that has left me stranded more times than any vehicle i have ever owned. The passlock system has locked me out more times than i can remember choosing to activate itself on its own. The theft engine lockout has caused me to have to leave for work early every day cause i never know when it is going to activate. Now the key locked up in the cylinder and $450 repair bill later, i don't think this…
ODI 10351645
Control Module
Tl* the contact owns a 2002 chevrolet malibu. The contact stated that the vehicle would not start or respond. The vehicle was taken to the dealer where the anti-theft system was reprogrammed yet the failure persisted. The vehicle was taken back to the dealer where the contact was informed that the anti-theft system would need to be replaced. The vehicle was not repaired. The vin was not available. The failure…
ODI 10356171
Control Module · Electronic Stability Control
My anti-theft light was on for a couple of days, then one morning after getting off of work (11-7am) i started my car but the sound it made was that it wanted to start but didn't click over, after several coworkers attempting to help me i had to walk home and get my car towed from my job. The car shop stated they had to reprogram the key, well 4 weeks later the same thing happened and i had to get it towed again…
ODI 10369415
Control Module
Tl* the contact owns a 2002 chevrolet malibu. The contact stated that the vehicle would not start and the anti-theft system warning light would illuminate upon the failure. The contact would have to wait until the light stopped blinking before the vehicle would successfully start. The failure occurred on a daily basis. The vehicle was taken to an authorized dealer where the contact was informed that the anti-theft…
ODI 10356101
Control Module · Electrical System
Without warning, car suddenly will not start. Anti-theft system will activate when trying to start car. It appears that the ignition does not recognize the car key. Seems it thinks someone is trying to still the car. This first happened in the summer of 2009. It just happened again on 3/7/2010. In both cases the car had to be towed to a repair shop. The first shop was an independent repair facility. They reset the…
ODI 10318059
Control Module
I have a 2002 malibu/chevy that has theft system and gives me problem all the time and i have to wait for 10 minutes then one minute to start the car. I am really sick and tired of it. This is very common problem for all chevy, malibu theft system. The general motors should recall the situation and fix it in free of charge. Thank you. *tr
ODI 10296768
Control Module
Passlock system fails preventing the car from starting. This happens almost everytime i attempt to start the car. The car cranks but doesn't start and the theft system light is the only thing that lights up on the dash. *tr
ODI 10300298
Control Module
Chevy passlock anti theft system is always malfunctioning. Have to wait 10 minutes to start car and this is a safety issue. *tr
ODI 10283375
Control Module
I have a 2002 chevrolet malibu and have had to have the pass lock system (anti-theft) replaced once and now after 1-1/2 years am having problems again. I have been stuck several times waiting for the required 10 - 15 minutes waiting for the system to reset. *tr
ODI 10277185
Control Module
Car will continue to turn over but not start. This has happened numerous times now. After talking with a mechanic and internet research determined that problem is the anti-theft system of the vehicle. *tr
ODI 10259964
Control Module
My theft system light went on while i was driving my car. Two days later when i tried to start my car it would not start. *tr
ODI 10247716
Control Module
I own a 2002 chevy malibu and for about a month the theft system light kept coming on and going off. Sept. 18 i turned the car off and it would not start back up. I reset the system and it is starting but the light stays on now. The other problem is the turn signals work when they want to and i smell coolant when i am driving. *tr
ODI 10243012
Control Module
The passlock system keeps locking up. I am using the proper key but still, i am stuck at the store, work, home, ect. Because the car refuses to start, i have heard numerous other reports of the passlock system causing problems, not for those trying to steal someone else's car but for the busy vehicle owners simply trying to accomplish daily tasks. This is ridiculous. *tr
ODI 10237570
Control Module
I have a 2002 chevy malibu that locks on me because of the anti-theft system. When i am driving the car shuts off and the security light stays on. Sometimes the car won't start at all. I used to wait for the 10 minutes to restart the system but now the light just stays on. I have to take a baby back and forth everyday and can not have my car cutting off in the middle of the street like that. *tr
ODI 10231100
Control Module
Tl*the contact owns a 2002 chevrolet malibu. The contact attempted to start the ignition, and the engine would not completely turn over. Suddenly, the anti-theft system warning light illuminated in a flashing motion for ten minutes and then the engine started. The contact stated the failure occurred intermittent and would require a ten minute waiting period before the engine would start. Also, she stated there had…
ODI 10354500
Control Module
Theft system problems- failure , ignition problems, replacement, failure to start. *tr
ODI 10218187
Control Module
Tl*the contact owns a 2002 chevrolet malibu. The contact stated that the vehicle did not start for a week and was towed. In addition, the anti-theft system kept activating. She had to wait ten minutes for the vehicle to start. The anti-theft indicator would illuminate while the vehicle was in motion, causing it to stall. The failure has been occurring for one week. The dealer stated that the anti-theft system was…
ODI 10260496
Control Module
This is a continual problem with the anti-theft/passlock system of my 2002 chevy malibu. I am the second owner of the car. The previous owner had the car for 3 years and had similar problems, but he reported that one dealer was finally able to "fix" the problem. The car either selectively won't start, and the theft light comes on. I have to let the key sit in the ignition for 10 min, and then it usually starts. Once…
ODI 10217611
Control Module
Anti theft keeps shutting off my car. My car sits outside all the time. It was -4 this morning, went to start car and anti theft keeps shutting down engine. I have not encountered this problem since buying used in sept 06. *tr
ODI 10211228