2003 Chevrolet Malibu Accelerator Pedal Problems
- 25
- 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 25 stored complaint records:
- 3 indicate a crash
- 0 indicate injury
- 1 indicate fire
- 1 indicate a death
What owners report
- accelerator pedal · 28 records
- pedal became · 7 records
- became stuck · 7 records
- speed control · 7 records
- control accelerator · 5 records
- diagnosed repaired · 4 records
Mileage in stored records
| Band | Records |
|---|---|
| 60–100k mi | 7 |
| 100–150k mi | 5 |
| 30–60k mi | 4 |
| 1–30k mi | 1 |
Complaint records
Owner-submitted complaint content, presented as stored.
Accelerator Pedal
Tl* the contact owns a 2003 chevrolet malibu. While driving 5 mph and attempting to stop the vehicle, the accelerator pedal became stuck and caused the engine to rev very high. After turning the engine off and restarting the vehicle, the accelerator pedal remained stuck and caused the engine rpms to increase and rev very high. The vehicle was towed to an independent mechanic, but the vehicle was not diagnosed or…
ODI 11103470
Accelerator Pedal · Engine
Tl* the contact owns a 2003 chevrolet malibu. While driving approximately 5 mph, the accelerator pedal became stuck without warning. The contact depressed the brake pedal and the rpms failed to decrease. The failure occurred on several occasions. While the vehicle was parked with the engine running, the rpms increased without warning. The vehicle was turned off and restarted several times before the rpms returned to…
ODI 10717358
Accelerator Pedal
Tl* the contact owns a 2003 chevrolet malibu. The contact stated that the accelerator pedal would become stuck and not return to the idle position when the temperature was warmer. The vin was not included in nhtsa campaign number: 04v528000 (vehicle speed control). The vehicle was not diagnosed or repaired. The manufacturer was notified. The failure mileage was 140,000.
ODI 10607066
Accelerator Pedal · Electrical System
Tl* the contact owns a 2003 chevrolet malibu. The contact was driving 45 mph when the vehicle abnormally accelerated. The contact able to maneuver the vehicle as the engine exhibited an abnormally high increase in rpms. The manufacturer was contacted who informed him that his vehicle was not included in nhtsa campaign id number: 04v528000 (vehicle speed control: accelerator pedal). The vehicle was not repaired. The…
ODI 10373895
Accelerator Pedal
Tl*the contact owns a 2003 chevrolet malibu. While driving approximately 10 mph, she noticed that the vehicle became difficult to stop. The rpms increased excessively to 2000 when she depressed the brake pedal. Within a few minutes, as she drove the vehicle to the dealer, she noticed an odor in the brakes which was heat accumulated after she tried to stop the vehicle. She also inspected the vehicle and noticed that…
Fire reported
ODI 10342197
Accelerator Pedal
Tl*the contact owns a 2003 chevrolet malibu. While the contact was driving approximately 25 mph and approaching a traffic light, , the accelerator pedal became stuck without warning. The contact manually released the accelerator pedal with his foot and the vehicle came to a complete stop. The failure occurred during extremely hot weather temperatures and when the contact comes to a complete stop. The contact…
ODI 10341745
Accelerator Pedal
Tl* the contact owns a 2003 chevrolet malibu. The contact was driving at various speeds and the accelerator pedal became stuck while depressed. After several attempts, the accelerator pedal released and functioned normally. The failure occurred on an intermittent basis. The vehicle was taken to an authorized dealer, where they informed the contact of the recall under nhtsa campaign id number 04v528000 (vehicle speed…
ODI 10422472
Accelerator Pedal · Vehicle Speed Control
My 2003 chevy malibu began idling very high while driving, causing it to be difficult to control. It was a hot day when it happened and i almost was in an accident. I found a recall on line nhtsa campaign # 04v528000 which was exactly the problem i was having with my vehicle. My vin number was not on the recall list according to gm. My mechanic performed the test on the accelerator and brake assembly and it failed.…
ODI 10329286
Accelerator Pedal
Tl*the contact owns a 2003 chevrolet malibu. While driving approximately 65-70 mph, the accelerator pedal became stuck and would not release. The contact was forced to shift into neutral and turn off the vehicle. He coasted safely to the side of the road until the vehicle came to a complete stop. Once the vehicle was off, he applied pressure to the accelerator pedal and it released. After researching recalls on the…
ODI 10230469
Accelerator Pedal
Tl*the contact owns a 2003 chevrolet malibu. The contact stated that the accelerator pedal became stuck and the vehicle continued to accelerate. The manufacturer stated that the vin was not included in nhtsa campaign id number 04v528000 (vehicle speed control: accelerator pedal). She was advised to take the vehicle to the dealer for diagnostic testing to determine if they will assist with the repair. The speed was…
ODI 10274920
Accelerator Pedal
Stuck accelerator: on 4/22/08, took foot off gas pedal -- car did not decelerate and maintained 47 miles per hour for 0.86 miles. Made sure cruise control was turned off. Rpm's still stuck at 1.5. Proceeded through a green light and car continued at 1.5 rpm's for the next 2 miles. Approaching a 2nd intersection, i decided to pull off to the side of the road to be able to turn off the engine, but there wasn't a…
ODI 10226743
Accelerator Pedal · Suspension
2003 chevy malibu accelerates on its own. Customer states that the car would drive on its own without putting her foot on the accelerator. **nar**kb the consumer received a recall notice in the mail which stated the accelerator pedal would be inspected only. After having continual problems with the vehicle accelerating on it s own, the consumer took the vehicle to the dealer where it was determined that the…
ODI 10203756
Accelerator Pedal
My malibu 2003 also has an accelerator pedal that sticks in the hot weather. It started happening intermittently about 2 years ago. If i can get my foot under the pedal to slow it up that works. Of course it never happens at the dealership. *tr
ODI 10239668
Accelerator Pedal · Ignition
Tl* the contact owns a 2003 chevrolet malibu. The contact stated that while driving approximately 60 mph, the accelerator pedal became stuck, as the pedal was depressed and released within a few seconds. The failure recurred numerous times. The vin was not included in nhtsa campaign number: 04v528000 (vehicle speed control). In addition, the contact stated that it took several attempts for the ignition key to turn…
ODI 10820223
Accelerator Pedal · Power Window Devices And Controls
2003 chevrolet malibu. Consumer states unintended acceleration. *tgw the consumer stated his primarily drove the vehicle. In june 2007, the consumers wife experienced sudden acceleration and continued until the vehicle was repaired in july 2008 via a recall over a one year later. The consumer stated he was charged $189.05 in june 2007 for what turned out to be a recall issue. Again in august 2008 the consumer…
ODI 10325321
Accelerator Pedal
When weather is warm the vehicle will rev up to 3000 -3500 rpms and will not return to idle speed. The brakes have to be applied strongly to keep vehicle from taking off, this also happens while in drive and the brakes have to be applied in order to maintain a safe legal speed. Checked for possible recall and found one that matches the actions of this vehicle exactly however this one is not included (vin). This is…
ODI 10188013
Accelerator Pedal
Accelerator pedal sticks causing engine to idle at 1500 to 2000 rpm. Engine will not idle back down to normal rpm's until trans is shifted into neutral. Causes additional braking in order to slow and stop vehicle.
ODI 10178156
Accelerator Pedal
Dt*: the contact stated at various speeds, the accelerator pedal would stick. Excessive pressure had to be applied to the brake pedal for the vehicle to stop. The vehicle was taken to the dealership and the accelerator pedal and two retainer clips were replaced. There was a nhtsa recall #04v528000, regarding the accelerator pedal. The vehicle was not included in the recall due to the vin. Updated 9/15/2006 - *nm
ODI 10165557
Accelerator Pedal
Was driving on the freeway at about 30mph changed lanes and sped up to about 45mpm when a car switched lanes at the same time in front of me jus as traffic came to a stop. Went to press on the brake but my car wasn't really slowing down like i was still pressing on the gas. Ended up crashing into the back of the car that changed lanes in front of me. At the time i thought it was jus an average accident where i…
Crash reported
ODI 10217370
Accelerator Pedal
Tl*the contact owns a 2003 chevrolet malibu. While driving between 30-50 mph, the accelerator pedal sticks. The contact must apply the brakes and attempt to reach down and pull the accelerator pedal up manually. The contact stated that the failure began on may 30, 2005 and there is safety recall # 04v528000 (vehicle speed control:accelerator pedal) on the vehicle. She called a dealer that sold gm cars but was not…
ODI 10192375
Accelerator Pedal
While applying the accelerator pedal it stuck to the floor. Consumer was unable to maintain control of vehicle, and crashed into a guard rail. No injuries reported. Vehicle was towed, and totaled by the insurance company. *ak
Crash reported
ODI 10105359
Accelerator Pedal
Consumer's vehicle is included in a manufactured recall 04v092000 concerning acceleration control system. However, repair were not performed as of yet. *ak
ODI 10112889
Accelerator Pedal
Vehicle experienced sudden acceleration. Consumer took the vehicle to the dealer for repairs on 6 separate occasions. However, this problem recurred. *ak
ODI 10081588
Accelerator Pedal
While driving and after coming to a complete stop vehicle accelerated on its own. *ak
ODI 10083592
Accelerator Pedal
'recall campaign' for chevrolet malibu 2003, vehicle also involved in 2 accidents. *bf the consumer husband believed both accidents were the result of a recall gm had issued regarding the accelerator pedal. (husband on behalf of wife doris nell deceased) *jb
Crash reported · 1 death
ODI 10113836