2003 Chevrolet Malibu Switch Problems
- 15
- 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
- ignition switch · 18 records
- needed replaced · 7 records
- failure mileage · 7 records
- switch needed · 6 records
- repaired notified · 5 records
- notified failure · 5 records
Mileage in stored records
| Band | Records |
|---|---|
| 60–100k mi | 5 |
| 30–60k mi | 4 |
| 100–150k mi | 4 |
| 150–400k mi | 2 |
Complaint records
Owner-submitted complaint content, presented as stored.
Switch
Tl* the contact owns a 2003 chevrolet malibu. The contact stated that the ignition switch failed and the contact was unable to start the engine. The contact spoke with doug henry chevrolet tarboro ([redacted], tarboro, nc 27886, [redacted]). The dealer did not perform a diagnostic test, but advised the contact that the ignition switch needed to be replaced and the security system needed to be updated. The vehicle…
ODI 11150046
Switch
Tl* the contact owns a 2003 chevrolet malibu. The contact stated that a piece of clothing became caught in the ignition key while driving 30 mph. The ignition key then haphazardly released from the ignition switch but the vehicle continued to drive normally without the key being in the ignition switch. The contact reinserted the key while the vehicle was still powered on and running. The vehicle was not diagnosed or…
ODI 10679914
Switch
Tl* the contact owns a 2003 chevrolet malibu. While the vehicle was parked, the engine remained on when the ignition was turned off. The vehicle was taken to a private mechanic who stated that the ignition switch needed to be replaced. The vehicle was repaired. The manufacturer was not notified of the failure. The failure mileage was 86,000.
ODI 10638445
Electrical System · Switch
Tl* the contact owns a 2003 chevrolet malibu. The contact stated that while driving approximate 25 mph, the engine stalled and the air bag warning light illuminated. The failure recurred multiple times. The vehicle was taken to the dealer for diagnosis. The technician stated that the ignition switch needed to be replaced. The vehicle has not been repaired. The manufacturer was notified of the failure. The…
ODI 10643514
Engine · Switch
My 2003 chevy malibu would shut off if i hit even a small bump. If i hit a bump while driving, everything would go dead. Fortunately i was able to avoid accidents when this happened as it happened on both surface streets and the highway. Had this looked at by my mechanic and they determined that the ignition switch failed, causing the engine to shut off. No recall yet on this vehicle. Paid for out of pocket. *tr
ODI 10598855
Electrical System · Switch
Tl* the contact owns a 2003 chevrolet malibu. The contact stated that the vehicle stalled without warning. The vehicle was towed to the dealer, who stated that the ignition switch needed to be replaced. The contact received a nhtsa campaign number: 14v400000 (electrical system) but the manufacturer declined to honor the recall. The failure mileage was 191,176.
ODI 10643852
Switch
Tl* the contact owns a 2003 chevrolet malibu. The contact stated that the key failed to turn in the ignition switch and prevented the vehicle from starting. The failure occurred several times. The contact received a recall notification for nhtsa campaign number: 14v400000 (electrical system); however, the parts needed to repair the vehicle were not available. The dealer was unable to provide a specific date for when…
ODI 10641171
Switch
Tl* the contact owns a 2003 chevrolet malibu. The contact stated that it took several attempts to start the vehicle. The vehicle was taken to an independent mechanic who stated that the ignition switch housing assembly needed to be replaced. The manufacturer was notified. The approximate failure mileage was 45,000. Updated 11/24/14*lj the consumer stated the vehicle was repaired at the owner's expense. The consumer…
ODI 10640517
Switch
Tl* the contact owns a 2003 chevrolet malibu. The contact stated that the key could be removed from the ignition switch when the shift lever was positioned in any gear. The failure occurred while the vehicle was parked and in motion. The vehicle was taken to an independent mechanic who stated that the ignition switch needed to be replaced. The vehicle was not repaired. The manufacturer was notified of the failure.…
ODI 10637300
Switch
On 9/4/2012 brought my car into king chevrolet, in longmont, colorado, because my 'check engine light' kept coming on. Also i lost my electrical system, nothing electrical worked!! I was told that there was an internal short in the bcm, and was charged $639.99 after my senior discount of $71.28. Fine! Two days later the same thing happened, check engine light came on!!! King chevrolet told me they could not find…
ODI 10638138
Electrical System · Engine · Steering · Switch
We own a 2003 chev malibu, sold and serviced in canada, but manufactured at gm's lansing, michigan assembly plant. Chev malibus are not yet included on the gm ignition switch recall list, but in oct/11 we had exactly the same problems reported by those vehicles currently on the recall list: for perhaps 5 seconds, a total loss of all power (engine, lights, power steering, power brakes, etc.,) while driving on a…
ODI 10577239
Electrical System · Switch
Tl* the contact owns a 2003 chevrolet malibu. The contact stated he was unable to remove the key from the ignition switch. The vehicle was not diagnosed or repaired. The vehicle was not repaired. The manufacturer was not notified of the failure. The approximate failure mileage was 100,000.
ODI 10672480
Control Module · Switch · Unit · Wiring
Car would not start so had it towed to the shop they said computer said nothing was wrong and it started for them. They said maybe a weak fuel pump. Drove it for a week and same thing happened. Had it towed to the shop again and they replaced the fuel pump. Drove it for 2 days and same thing. Now they said it was the antitheft the whole time. Out of pocket total expense was $1300.00. There should be recalls on this…
ODI 10202933
Electrical System · Exterior Lighting · Switch · Visibility/Wiper
Tl* the contact owns a 2003 chevrolet malibu. The contact stated that the vehicle experienced several failures in which the electric windows would not function, the headlights stopped illuminating, and the air conditioning unit failed. The vehicle was taken to an authorized dealer where the ignition switch was replaced. The failure recurred approximately one year later. The vehicle was taken back to the dealer and…
ODI 10461364
Electrical System · Switch
Tl* the contact own a 2003 chevrolet malibu. The contact stated that the vehicle failed to start. The vehicle was taken to a dealer where it was diagnosed that the ignition switch needed to be replaced. The vehicle was repaired however, the repair failed to remedy the vehicle. The contact mentioned that the ignition switch was replaced on three occasions. The manufacturer was made aware of the failure and stated…
ODI 10614464