2005 Chevrolet Malibu Electrical System Problems
- 144
- 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 144 stored complaint records:
- 5 indicate a crash
- 5 indicate injury
- 9 indicate fire
- 1 indicate a death
What owners report
- failure mileage · 21 records
- electrical system · 19 records
- power steering · 18 records
- brake lights · 16 records
- notified failure · 16 records
- ignition switch · 15 records
Mileage in stored records
| Band | Records |
|---|---|
| 100–150k mi | 33 |
| 60–100k mi | 22 |
| 150–400k mi | 19 |
| 30–60k mi | 15 |
| 1–30k mi | 12 |
Complaint records
Owner-submitted complaint content, presented as stored.
Electrical System
Tl* the contact owns a 2005 chevrolet malibu. The contact stated that the vehicle failed to start intermittently. The battery and starter were replaced; however, the failure recurred. The contact stated that the alternator was tested, and was found to be in perfect working order. The vehicle was not taken to the dealer to be diagnosed. The manufacturer was not notified of the failure. The approximate failure mileage…
ODI 10825708
Electrical System
Tl* the contact owns a 2005 chevrolet malibu. The contact stated that the vehicle failed to start when attempting to turn on. In addition, the anti theft warning light illuminated. The vehicle would not start until the anti theft warning light un-illuminated. The vehicle was taken to a dealer but was not diagnosed or repaired. The manufacturer was not made aware of the failure. The failure mileage was 110,000.
ODI 10807453
Control Module · Electrical System
Tl* the contact owns a 2005 chevrolet malibu. While driving 40 mph, the anti-theft system indicator illuminated and caused the vehicle to lose power. This was a recurring issue. The vehicle was not repaired. The manufacturer was made aware of the issue. The failure mileage was 98,000.
ODI 10781763
Electrical System · Unknown Or Other
My car has electrical problems!!! Kicking off all kinds of sensor alarms i.e map,tps,maf... Just to name a few i've replaced all of them about 6 times now!!!! My car feels like it's in "limp" mode it keeps losing power and won't allow me to go over 20!!! It's been burning through oil and i know it's slowly going destroy my engine!! This wiring issue need fixed asap!
ODI 10781476
Electrical System · Exterior Lighting
The park light/daytime running lights are constantly melting the amber lens. The bulb socket melts causing the turn signal not to work. Every few months i have to remove headlight lamp and fix bulb so it will work. I have seen a number of people with the same problem with their malibus. Chevrolet needs to fix this problem. This should be a recall as many as are having this problem.
ODI 10777679
Electrical System
I returned from picking up my grand daughter from school which is about 2miles one way. Once at home i turned off my car went inside to get paper work and noticed it was time to get my son from his bus stop, which is right around the corner from my house... As i turned on the car i noticed/smelled smoke inside the car, so i turned it off and got out, i called out to my kids and my daughter told me that i have to pop…
Fire reported
ODI 10816632
Electrical System · Power Train
Tl* the contact owns a 2005 chevrolet malibu. The contact stated that the anti-theft warning lamp flashed up to three times and that the key would not turn over to start the vehicle. The contact indicated that the vehicle was taken to an independent mechanic who stated that the anti-theft module, ignition switch, bcm, and additional components needed to be replaced due to the failure. The vehicle was also included…
ODI 10735850
Electrical System · Exterior Lighting · Steering
Takata recall. Steering locked up while driving going around a corner and took a few minutes to get it to unlock. Happened to my wife with our son in the car. This happened before we got the recall. Got the recall fixed and now the power steering warning light is coming on. Headlight are constantly blowing bulbs. The headlight will go out so i will go to replace the build and then it comes back on. Front right turn…
ODI 10820716
Electrical System · Exterior Lighting · Unknown Or Other
The front turning signals have not worked for 2 years i have had the head lights completely replace twice. The second time i had them replaced when the light housing of the turn signals were opened the light bulb and hook ups were melted together.
ODI 11102393
Electrical System · Exterior Lighting · Vehicle Speed Control
After a few days of owning this car i noticed there was an issue with the brake lights turning on while driving. When this happens it also shuts off the cruse control too. When you first press the brakes the lights shut off. Press them again and they work for a few minutes. I searched the internet for help, and noticed gm posted a service bulletin on this issue. Gm advised to clean, and grease contacts for bcm. I…
ODI 10722467
Electrical System · Engine
Tl* the contact owns a 2005 chevrolet malibu. While driving approximately 50 mph, the engine stalled without warning. The contact was able to restart the engine after multiple attempts. The vehicle was taken to a dealer and diagnosed for electrical code failure. The vehicle was repaired; however, the failure recurred. The vehicle was taken back to the dealer, but the failure could not be duplicated. The manufacturer…
ODI 10730362
Electrical System · Exterior Lighting
The turn signal bulbs get too hot and melts into the socket which makes the connection go bad. Even if you change the bulb the connection is bad so the socket has to be changed. This has happened on both of the front bulbs
ODI 10726464
Electrical System · Engine · Steering
I was driving as normal with no incident, parked went into home and came out 10 minutes later, car would not crank, as if battery was dead.. Went back in to get a multi-meter and checked battery, showed 12.3 volts. Went back into car and it cranked right up , no hesitation. Next day went to get my grand-daughter (2 years old) and parked at her home. Loaded the baby-seat, and went to start car, dead battery symptom…
ODI 10749201
Electrical System · Exterior Lighting
The front driver turn signal does not work, it has melted the plastic inside. I have changed the bulb several times and it continues to burn out. The passenger turn signal is now blinking very fast and then slow so i'm guessing it won't be long before that one doesn't work. Also the drivers side rear blinker and brake light do not work. All of this is a hazard when driving and could easily cause an accident. I have…
ODI 10763786
Electrical System · Electronic Stability Control · Exterior Lighting · Power Train · Service Brakes, Hydraulic · Vehicle Speed Control
2005 chevrolet mailbu. The consumer was dissatisfied with the services of the recall. Updated 02/12/15*bf the consumer received two recall notices. Recall# 14v252000 and 14v224000. *jb
ODI 10683330
Electrical System · Exterior Lighting
My front blinker lights have melted the blinker light housing (the individual plastic globe the bulb resides in). They have to be replaced at a rate of approximately 6 months and i believe it is the car not the lights as i have tried different brands to see if the problem is with the bulbs. **note: as i have not kept a record of the incidents, i have listed the last time as precise date. *tr
ODI 10672781
Electrical System
Tl* the contact owns a 2005 chevrolet malibu. The contact stated that the vehicle failed to start. The vehicle was taken to an independent mechanic who diagnosed that the ignition switch needed to be replaced. The vehicle was not repaired. The vehicle was then taken to a dealer. The technician was unable to diagnose or repair the vehicle. The failure recurred on numerous occasions. The manufacturer was not notified…
ODI 10703175
Electrical System · Electronic Stability Control · Exterior Lighting · Service Brakes, Hydraulic · Vehicle Speed Control
2005 chevrolet malibu. Customer does not own vehicle anymore. Would like to stop receiving recall notices. *ta
ODI 10658471
Electrical System · Electronic Stability Control · Exterior Lighting · Power Train · Service Brakes · Steering · Vehicle Speed Control
Tl* the contact owns a 2005 chevrolet malibu. The contact received notifications for nhtsa campaign number: 14v252000 (electrical system, electronic stability control, exterior lighting, service brakes, hydraulic, vehicle speed control), nhtsa campaign number: 14v153000 (steering), and nhtsa campaign number: 14v224000 (power train). The contact stated that the parts needed were unavailable to repair the vehicle…
ODI 10652991
Air Bags · Electrical System · Horn · Turn Signal
Tl* the contact owns a 2005 chevrolet malibu. The contact stated that the horn and signal lights failed to operate. In addition, the air bag warning light remained illuminated. The vehicle was not diagnosed or repaired. The manufacturer was not made aware of the failures. The approximate failure mileage was 130,000.
ODI 10663552
Electrical System · Switch
Tl* the contact owns a 2005 chevrolet malibu. The contact stated that the key became lodged in the ignition switch. As a result, the contact was unable to lock the vehicle and had to leave the key in the ignition. The vehicle was not taken to a dealer for a diagnosis. The manufacturer was not made aware of the failure. The failure mileage was 20,500.
ODI 10651673
Electrical System
Tl* the contact owns a 2005 chevrolet malibu. The contact stated that while driving at approximately 35 mph, the vehicle stalled without warning. The failure occurred on numerous occasions. The contact was a certified mechanic and had the vehicle towed. The contact stated that the vehicle was included in nhtsa campaign number: 14v400000 (electrical system). The manufacturer was not notified of the failure. The…
ODI 10648247
Electrical System
Chip in ignition cylinder case bad not reading the key times -licensed mechanic had to take apart the dash board remove and replace the ignition cylinder case-used the same ignition switch and the same key. Car had a security code replaced the cae-cleared the code car okay now. Customer ask for the part, could not understand why her american made car had a part made in mexico, she requested the part . It was on or…
ODI 10651644
Electrical System · Electronic Stability Control · Exterior Lighting · Service Brakes, Hydraulic · Vehicle Speed Control
2005 chevrolet malibu. Consumer received a recall notice stating the parts for the vehicle are not in stock. Consumer would like to know if they should wait for the parts or will they be rewarded a new vehicle. Recall # 14v252000. *jb
ODI 10660663
Electrical System · Emission Control · Power Train · Steering
Letter from senator warner on behalf of constituent re 2005 malibu recalls (attn: shane clem). *smd the consumer stated each time he called the dealer, to inquire about getting the recall issues rectified, he was informed the parts were not available. Also, the emission control valve had to be replaced. *jb
ODI 10649140
Catalog parts for this system
Catalog year/make/model rows for 2005 Chevrolet Malibu.
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