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
Passlock sensor activates for no apparent reason while driving the vehicle and prevents the car from being started for 10 minutes. This is a safety hazard and could put someone's life at risk. *tr
ODI 10210249
Control Module
My 2002 chevy malibu's theft system sporadically, but frequently will start flashing and my car won't start. I have to turn the key on for 10 minutes and wait for the theft light to turn off. I turn the key off for 5 seconds and the car starts. Very dangerous for my wife and kids being stranded for 10 minutes - anywhere. *tr
ODI 10210131
Control Module
Car refused to start. Left me stranded in a parking lot in nashville and had to be towed, twice. It took 2 trips to the mechanic before they realized it was a defect with the anti theft system,. It locked up the ignition for thirty minutes. They said there was no fix for this problem except to wait until the car decided to let me start it. *tr
ODI 10210248
Control Module
Car will not start do to anti theft system. You must wait ten min for the light to turn off then restart the car. *tr
ODI 10210001
Control Module
Vehicle prevented from starting due to defective "theft deterrent" system known as pass lock. *tr
ODI 10208422
Control Module
2002 chevrolet malibu 37,000mi. The vehicle anti theft system( passlock system),failure. Vehicle won't start. Recently got the car started but now the anti theft system light stays on permanently. *tr
ODI 10204461
Control Module · Switch
1. Normal usage of car 2. Anti theft system engages arbitrarily causing car not to start for 10 minutes until you do a reset procedure. Notified it is a problem with the ignition lock cylinder. It seems this is a widespread defect and the repair is expensive. Also, reports show the new part will have the same problem. It is a fundamental defect. 3. Nothing, to expensive, should be covered as a defect. *tr
ODI 10207417
Control Module
Tl*the contact owns a 2002 chevrolet malibu. The contact stated that the vehicle failed to start. There were no warning lights present, however, the theft deterrent light illuminated. The vehicle took ten minutes to finally start. Once the vehicle started, the theft light dimmed. The failure occurred twice before. The current mileage was 69,000 and failure mileage was 68,900. Updated 02-01-08 *bf updated 02/01/08 *tr
ODI 10200242
Control Module
I have had a problem with the anti-theft device in the computer. I replaced the computer 11 months ago and already i have to replace it again. The anti-theft device tricks the computer and disables the engine from igniting. *tr
ODI 10196445
Control Module · Switch
Passlock sensor prevented starting the car although the original key was used. Had to replace the ignition switch and the passlock sensor. Car had to be towed to the service shop for repair. *tr
ODI 10195486
Control Module
I own a 2002 chevy malibu. After much research online as well as multiple visits to my mechanic, i now realize that the problem i am encountering is a common one for my vehicle. The problem is with the theft system or "passlock". My car will fail to start because the passlock sensor detects what it thinks is an improper key. A 10 minute delay will ensue where i can not start my car at all during this time. This has…
ODI 10195122
Control Module
2002 malibu won't start probably due to the anti theft pass lock sensor. This happened before and we were able to start the next day. However it' happening again and i cannot start the car from the last three hours. Get gm of their behinds to fix the problem by making the issue a recall.*ak
ODI 10194709
Control Module
Anti-theft lock system on utes2002 malibu. Wait time of 10 to 30 minutes to reset. Car will not start. Safty issue due to no reliable safe way to crank car. *ak
ODI 10193696
Control Module
Tl*the contact owns a 2002 chevrolet malibu. While driving the vehicle, the anti-theft system indicator illuminated and the vehicle shut off. The vehicle was towed to a mechanic who stated that this is a common failure. He also stated that even when the system is repaired, the unit will fail again at some point. The manufacturer made the contact an offer to participate in a study and stated that there were no…
ODI 10193020
Control Module
Anti-theft system prevented from being able to start on the car. I was able to reset it by turning the key on and waied 15 to 20 minutes. Once this started happening all the time i had to replace the ignition. *ak
ODI 10193534
Control Module
The ignition switch has had to be replaced twice on this vehicle. The theftlock key pass sensor keeps failing and makes it impossible to start the vehicle. To correct this the entire ignition switch module has had to be replaced twice. I am told that there is no way to disable the theftlock feature. *tr
ODI 10189155
Control Module
My wife was out doing daily errands and when she went to start the car it would turn over but not start. Then, after trying several times over the next several hours it still wouldn't start. Car was then towed to a automobile mechanic, and the next day before any work was done the car started, and they couldn't find anything wrong. Then, a few weeks later my wife and son were out doing errands again and same thing…
ODI 10190711
Control Module
Anti theft system is defective. Bought the car 1 year ago. First happened in august 06. Happened again in january. Now in february it has happened 3 times in the past week. Car will not start, have to reset the key and i have found no one who has taken this problem to the dealer have it completely fixed. There are hundreds of complaints about this problem on malibu's starting with 99-04 models. Now light will come…
ODI 10183072
Control Module
Consistent problems with the "theft deterrent" system, resulting in failure to start. Dealer has replaced the same part three times. Last time they replaced it again, and charged me for the tow to get the car back. This has happened six times now in the past year. *nm
ODI 10182307
Control Module · Cooling System · Fuel Pump · Rotor · Switch
First incident of leaking happened after dealership worked on car. Arrived home coolant poured out on ground towed back. Dealership said reservoir cap seal. 10/2006 or 11/2006, picking up at school and smelled not engine. Parked saw coolant on ground. No engine light on but needle was past middle. Family brought coolant filled it up and went 5 blocks to dealership. They said nothing was wrong. Yesterday, 1/9/2007…
ODI 10178381
Control Module
Theft system light came on a few times in the past few months, then car wouldn't start last night. Car went to mechanic and they replaced ignition lock cylinder and ignition switch. Old parts are available. *nm
ODI 10177883
Control Module
PASSLOCK SYSTEM IS AWFUL. *TR
ODI 10240488
Control Module
Anti theft system problem in malibu. Car will not start unless key is left in the ignition for 10 mins. Happens about 3 times a day. *tr
ODI 10193303
Control Module
Car fails to start due to faulty anti theft deterrent system. Components of system including ignition lock cylinder and housing, body control module, and key replaced in 11/06. Same symptoms recurred in 07/07. *ak
ODI 10196705
Control Module
Theft system engages and prevents car from starting. *jb
ODI 10177115