2003 Chevrolet Malibu Control Module Problems
- 55
- 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
- theft system · 41 records
- anti theft · 39 records
- system light · 9 records
- theft light · 8 records
- failure mileage · 7 records
- fuel pump · 6 records
Mileage in stored records
| Band | Records |
|---|---|
| 60–100k mi | 15 |
| 30–60k mi | 12 |
| 100–150k mi | 6 |
| 1–30k mi | 2 |
| 150–400k mi | 2 |
Complaint records
Owner-submitted complaint content, presented as stored.
Control Module
The passlock system in my vehicle continually malfunctions, and causes me to wait 10 minutes in order to start my car. I am aware that this is an ongoing and very common problem with gm vehicles with the passlock system. It is inexcusable that gm allows this problem to go on unacknowledged. *tr
ODI 10217581
Control Module · Electrical System
ANTI-THEFT LIGHT FLASHING ON MY 2003 CHEVY MALIBU. *TR
ODI 10212386
Control Module
Pass lock system failure on a 2003 chevy malibu. Or the theft system will activate and not allow the car to be started. This has happened on numerous occasions. *tr
ODI 10224078
Control Module
The passlock system disabled my car, and i was unable to start it. There were no events leading up to this, and my car is only 4 yrs old with 50,000 miles on it, so i don't believe this amounts to a wear-and-tear related problem. Repair cost was $200; no parts were replaced. *tr
ODI 10208082
Control Module
Passlock anti-theft system engaged with no identifiable cause. Using original key and no tampering occurred prior to problem. Theft system light went on randomly 3 weeks ago, but was on only for a few minutes and never on again prior to this no-start. Able to re-set the system, according to the manual, by waiting 10 minutes for the computer to re-set, but this is not acceptable when parked in certain areas (malls…
ODI 10203644
Control Module
I have 2003 chevy malibu, i have problem with my theft system, every time it turns on i have to wait for 10 min, please advise...thanks. *tr
ODI 10218753
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
Control Module
Anti-theft system keeps shutting down the car. *tr
ODI 10198866
Control Module
My car stalled on my daughter and i, recently took my car to the dealer because my theft system light came on every once and a while had to pay $115.00 just to put on the machine and they told me that my ignition switch have to be replaced at a tune of $515.00 plus tax, well my car stopped on my daughter and i had to push it on the side of the road. Had the battery replaced and still would not start. I'm tired…
ODI 10197754
Control Module
My daughter drove my car to work. It would not start after a trip to mall. She was left stranded due to a chevrolet malibu defective anti-theft system. My car had to be towed in a strange city, and it is still there. The major consequence of this breakdown is that a 19 year old girl was left vulnerable in a mall parking lot. Is it a safety hazard that could affect her? I think so. I am feeling vulnerable because my…
ODI 10197761
Control Module
Got in my car, put my key in the ignition and turned it to the start position. The vehicle would not start. The anti-theft light came on. I tried the procedure from the manual to correct the problem, and it did not work. It's a 2003 chevy malibu. *jb
ODI 10197156
Control Module
I own a 2003 chevrolet malibu with 47000 miles every couple of days the anti theft system light comes on while im driving. I called the dealers and explained what happened, and they stated that they have to put it on the machine and it was going to cost me $105.00 just to put it on the machine. I wa s upset because i bought this car brand new, and i only have 47,000 miles on it. Vehicle should not be having this…
ODI 10196380
Control Module
Car failed to start on random occasions. Became more frequent. Anti-theft system was causing it not to start. Would have to wait for ten minutes to start - in places like at a gas pump with others waiting to use it. Theft system light would occasionally stay on even when it started. It became like playing russian roulette hoping the car would start and hoping against hope that the car would never stall in traffic…
ODI 10193139
Control Module
No events occurred prior to this problem. Theft system activated on its own while i was driving. Since having no knowledge of this problem i had work done that was unnecessary. The theft system and key cylinder were supposedely be replaced back in 10/06. I paid over $700.00. It has started to activate again as of may 1st. The orginal dealer nor manufacturer nor chevy dealer repair center i paid the $700.00 to have…
ODI 10191509
Control Module
I went out to start my car and it would not turn over. After waiting and trying several times, still nothing. I had the card towed and learned that it was the anti-theft device which meant that the ignition would also need to be replaced. I had it repaired for $650. Thirty days later, same problem. Another 30 days, it would not start again. It has been over 6 months now and not problems starting; however the…
ODI 10214393
Control Module
I am the owner of a 2003 malibu. I have only had it for 6 months. The car has cut off on me 3 times with my 3 year old in the car. I have read many complaints about the same problem. I took my car to the dealership, and they said that it was the ignition switch, and it was going to cost me $400.00 to fix it. I don't have that kind of money to put into a car when there should be a recall on it. I am highly upset with…
ODI 10187223
Control Module
Passlock system activates unpredictably on a 2003 chevy malibu. The only remedy is to wait 10 minutes for it to reset and then the car will start. This caused my son to be late in getting to his job that day. Car was brought to a mechanic about a year ago for this very problem, and it was temporarily fixed by reprogramming and replacing the passlock sensor. The problem was fixed until now. It is a recurring issue,…
ODI 10219818
Control Module
My car would not start. I thought it was the battery. The battery was fine. I took it to the dealership and they said my passlock sensor failed. To replace it was $1200. I don't even have an alarm on my car just the factory installed theft system. I feel it is a defect with the car manufacturer, nothing i did to the car. *tr
ODI 10199503
Control Module
Car would not start at work wednesday morning, approximately 9:30 am. My husband came to look at it after work, approximately 5:45 pm. Called chevrolet to have them tow it under warranty. Tow truck showed up around 8:30 pm and towed to dominion chevrolet. Dominion did not return any phone calls on the 6th until a little after 5:00 pm. They informed us that the anti-theft / ignition switch had gone bad and it would…
ODI 10161972
Control Module
I have a 2003 chevy malibu. It won't start due to a flaw in the theft detection system. This has caused me many problems!! As i understand, this is pretty costly to repair. Due to finances, i have not had the problem repaired. A mechanic gave me an alternative way to start the car which involves getting under the car and bypassing the ignition. Chevy is fully aware of the problem and it should be recalled!!!!*jb
ODI 10158546
Control Module
Dt*: the contact stated the vehicle starts intermittently. It was taken to the dealer, upon inspection the ignition needed to replaced due to the anti theft device. The manufacturer has not been alerted.
ODI 10155675
Air Bags · Control Module · Turn Signal
I have a 2003 malibu sedan, and the alarm/horn has a defect. Last year we had a high power wind storm and my alarm blew for about 45 minutes (2 horns). They finally died down by themselves. My car was not hit by anything except for the high winds. I had to take fuse #43 out to make the horn stop blowing every time i started my car. My car need to pass inspection, but the dealership want to charge me $95.00 an hour,…
ODI 10205296
Control Module
I have a 2003 chevy malibu. One day after work, i could not get my car to start. It sounded like it wanted to crank, but would not. Myself and a few of my coworkers continued to play with it and finally, about 10 minutes later, it started. I took it to a mechanic near my work place. I was informed by the mechanic that he had a chevy that did the same thing. He informed me that chevy is aware of the problem but does…
ODI 10154390
Control Module
I have a 2003 chevy mailibu and learned that my anit-theft system will not allow me to start my car even with the key in the ignition. From what i have learn is that i have to wait 10 minutes when i am "locked out" from driving my car before the anti-theft system light goes out then i can start the car and drive. I researched the problem on the internet and found out that i am not the only owner of a chevy mailbu…
ODI 10140283
Control Module
Twice now, my car has not started due to the anti-theft system. I have only had the car a year and half and it is about to do it a third time. I know this because each time the theft system light comes on and off for about three weeks before the car won't start. I cannot get the car to a dealership right away, i have to remedy the situation myself by resetting the computer which erases any code that was stored, and…
ODI 10134430