2005 Chevrolet Malibu Fuel System, Gasoline Problems
- 31
- 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 31 stored complaint records:
- 0 indicate a crash
- 0 indicate injury
- 1 indicate fire
What owners report
- fuel gauge · 12 records
- fuel pump · 8 records
- check engine · 7 records
- engine light · 6 records
- fuel level · 5 records
- fuel tank · 4 records
Mileage in stored records
| Band | Records |
|---|---|
| 60–100k mi | 14 |
| 100–150k mi | 6 |
| 150–400k mi | 2 |
| 30–60k mi | 2 |
| 1–30k mi | 1 |
Complaint records
Owner-submitted complaint content, presented as stored.
Fuel System, Gasoline · Power Train · Steering
On 11/21, i took my 2005 malibu to the gm dealership for a recall on the "steering" to replace the torque sensor assembly. Nhtsa campaign number: 14v153000. When i left the dealership and driving for awhile, i noticed my car would partially stall at traffic lights or stop signs. I called the dealership when i got home and they told me to bring it back the next day, but i had to work. Today, 11/26 i took my car to…
ODI 10661092
Fuel System, Gasoline · Steering
I have had my engine stall due to lack of fuel multiple times which seems dangerous, i travel on the expressway every day. What if it happens at an fast speed. I also have had multiple issues while steering my car. There is an loud popping, coming from a steering shaft, which has just gotten worse i am afraid the steering shaft is going to break! Both of these issues have been an recall for 2005 malibu. As i am…
ODI 10663352
Fuel System, Gasoline · Power Train · Service Brakes · Steering
We have received 3 separate recall notices from gm. (1 for electric steering, 1 for brake apply sensor and 1 for a shift cable fracture). However, gm will not fix any of the problems. They tell us to call the dealer. The dealer then tells us that gm will not supply the parts. Upon calling gm a third time, they will not reveal who is making these parts, where they are coming from, or have any idea when they will be…
ODI 10621496
Fuel System, Gasoline
Tl* the contact owns a 2005 chevrolet malibu. The contact state while driving approximately 35 mph, the check engine light illuminated. The vehicle was taken to an independent mechanic for diagnosis where the mechanic stated that the fuel pump vapor line was cracked and leaking fumes. The mechanic was also unsure as to how the fuel line became fractured. The mechanic also advised the contact that if he did not get…
ODI 10615947
Fuel System, Gasoline
Tl* the contact owns a 2005 chevrolet malibu. While driving approximately 25 mph, the vehicle stalled without warning. The vehicle was towed to an independent mechanic for diagnostic testing. The diagnosis was that the fuel pump needed to be replaced. The vehicle was repaired, but the failure recurred. The vehicle was taken to the dealer, but was not diagnosed or repaired. The contact was made aware of nhtsa…
ODI 10722600
Exterior Lighting · Fuel System, Gasoline
The car stops when driving also the exterior light have burned out the casing that holds the bulbs are melted. *tr
ODI 10565627
Electrical System · Fuel System, Gasoline · Power Train · Service Brakes
Vehicles brake lights stick on while driving. Sometimes they flash when going aprox 65 and up. It appears the brake lights also flash when car is changing gears. The car once would not shift into drive while reversing and lost all power steering. Also the brakes or something at front of car shakes rapidly when accelerating and even worse when going down hills. *tr
ODI 10588686
Fuel System, Gasoline
My gas gauge is not reporting the correct amount of fuel in my gas tank. The engine light is illuminated 24/7 due to this issue. I believe it has something to do with the fuel sensor. *tr
ODI 10664219
Engine And Engine Cooling · Fuel System, Gasoline
The car died on the highway when it goes over 55 the fuel cuts out. The car dies and will not restart. *tr
ODI 10547339
Electrical System · Fuel System, Gasoline
I consider us lucky. We were in a wal-mart parking lot 25 miles from home, and the car wouldn't start. I played with the ignition off and on for half an hour, and a connection was made, and the car started. I was careful to keep it running, and made it home. The next day, the same problem. The electrical connection to the fuel pump was missing. I had it towed to my repair shop, and they replaced the ignition switch.…
ODI 10567607
Fuel System, Gasoline
I am not sure of the exact part, but was driving down the road and car went from a fuel tank of gas to showing none. Which i know wasn't the case as i had just stopped and filled up. Is this a common problem i have noticed a lot of recalls with fuel pumps and ignition switches which i also have had issues with. I can go to turn my key but need to really push hard on my gas to get it going. The car has shutoff on my…
ODI 10605112
Fuel System, Gasoline
Tl* the contact owns a 2005 chevrolet malibu. The contact noticed a gasoline fuel smell emitting from the tail pipe. The vehicle was taken to a local mechanic for diagnosis. The mechanic replaced the fuel filter and performed a fuel cleaning but the failure continued. The contact referenced nhtsa campaign id number: 11e009000 (fuel system, gasoline) but was advised by the manufacturer that the vin was not included…
ODI 10531619
Fuel System, Gasoline
Tl* the contact owns a 2005 chevrolet malibu. The stated that the fuel gauge stopped working and caused him to run out of fuel and stall. The contact took the vehicle to the dealer where it was stated that the failure of the fuel gauge was a wide spread issue. The contact did not know what was being repaired. The failure mileage was unknown, but the current mileage was 57,303. Updated 11/01/12*lj the fuel level…
ODI 10477420
Electrical System · Fuel System, Gasoline
Vehicle has failed to start after driving and then parking. First time had vehicle towed to s repair shop. They replaced fuel pump and installed a new fuel filter. Vehicle still did not start. I researched the problem on the web. I found several complaints . I found that the problem was the vehicle anti- theft device. It malfunctions and shuts the fuel injectors down. I found a fix on the web, you have to turn the…
ODI 10436137
Electrical System · Fuel System, Gasoline · Steering
Tl* the contact owns a 2005 chevrolet malibu. The contact stated that the power steering failed, fuel would not pump properly into the vehicle, the fuel gauge displayed improper readings, and the speedometer was inoperative. The local mechanic repaired the fuel system. Neither the dealer, nor the manufacturer were notified of the failure. The failure mileage was 140,000 and the current mileage was unavailable.
ODI 10453218
Fuel System, Gasoline · Power Train
Shift level does respond when shifting into low (l). Dealer said shift lever cable is bad and is a common problem. Second item had to replace fuel sensor in gas tank as it failed also was sending an over voltage signal to gas gauge. Also a common problem. *tr
ODI 10436410
Fuel System, Gasoline
Tl* the contact owns a 2005 chevrolet malibu. The contact stated that the fuel gauge failed and would not provide an accurate reading when full or empty. The vehicle was taken to a local mechanic who replaces the fuel level sensor. The manufacturer was not notified of the failure. The failure mileage was 61,760.
ODI 10429112
Fuel System, Gasoline
The fuel gauge is erratic after i fill the tank, the gauge goes directly to empty after driving about 2 miles. It would correct itself when there was about a half tank of gas left. It did this for about 5 months, now it either says the car is empty or full. Now after filling my car i have to set the odometer to keep track of my miles i have driven in the car. *tr
ODI 10448797
Fuel System, Gasoline
My 2005 chevy malibu is experiencing an issue with the fuel gauge in regards to every time i fill up on gas. After the nozzle clicks once letting me know that it is full, i take the nozzle out. When i start the car, the gas needle goes up to full and stays there for about 3 miles or so. Then it suddenly goes to empty and i get the low fuel message, the steady check engine light and the chime. After driving 30 more…
ODI 10427536
Fuel System, Gasoline
Fuel level sensor failed causing the fuel gauge to be erratic..also car will not pass inspection because of the check engine light being on..i see other gm cars of different models have had recalls on this particular part. The repair will cost me $600 for the car to pass inspection. *tr
ODI 10432248
Electrical System · Fuel System, Gasoline · Steering
The fuel gauge suddenly started to jump up and down and vehicle engine gets off and on. *tr
ODI 10548018
Fuel System, Gasoline
2005 chevy malibu. Gas gauge started giving incorrect readings resulting in car running out of gas and stalling, unable to restart. Gauge now will always read completely full when starting car, then after a few minutes, will fail and drop all the way to completely empty. I have spoken to many other gm owners and several of them have experienced the same issue, costing them almost $1,000 in repairs to get the…
ODI 10399279
Electrical System · Exterior Lighting · Fuel System, Gasoline
Purchased 2005 chevrolet malibu in may, 2009. Ongoing problems with brake and turn signal lights not working. Attempted replacement and repair by mechanic. Lights remained inoperable as did fuel gauge by 80,000 miles. While parked, car ignited from under center console, door locks engaged, and interior burned. Total loss of auto and contents. *tr
Fire reported
ODI 10349149
Fuel System, Gasoline
2005 chevrolet malibu ls with 3.5 v6 engine. Fuel gauge reads empty and check engine light comes on after every refill of fuel tank. Problem has been continual since 7/12/ 2010. *tr
ODI 10352287
Electrical System · Fuel System, Gasoline · Steering · Suspension
I have a 2005 chevy malibu, bought brand new, i've had problems from the start with this car. The rack & pinion has been replaced twice. The hub bearings have had to be replaced, the rear stabilizer bar needs replacing. I have a gas cap issue, now to top it all off, i've been having issues where i am driving and i start to accelerate and the steering wheel locks up, i have been on the freeway several times when this…
ODI 10329059