2005 Chevrolet Malibu Engine Problems
- 48
- 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 48 stored complaint records:
- 6 indicate a crash
- 4 indicate injury
- 1 indicate fire
What owners report
- failure mileage · 11 records
- notified failure · 8 records
- check engine · 8 records
- without warning · 6 records
- diagnosed repaired · 6 records
- ignition switch · 6 records
Mileage in stored records
| Band | Records |
|---|---|
| 100–150k mi | 11 |
| 150–400k mi | 9 |
| 60–100k mi | 7 |
| 30–60k mi | 6 |
| 1–30k mi | 2 |
Complaint records
Owner-submitted complaint content, presented as stored.
Electrical System · Engine · Fuel/Propulsion System
When i am driving, highway or local, my engine will stutter and shut down, or just quietly shut down right in the middle of traffic. It is happening a lot. I have found myself facing oncoming traffic during some of these stalls. Sometimes i can get it to restart snd other times i cannot. Also. I am having trouble get gas into the tank when fueling. I hear air escaping and the pump will shut off. Local mechanics do…
ODI 11164688
Engine
Tl* the contact owns a 2005 chevrolet malibu. The contact stated that while at a complete stop, the vehicle would not accelerate and the engine completely failed without warning. As a result, an 18 wheeler truck tapped the rear of her vehicle. No air bags deployed. As a result of the impact, no injuries were sustained, no medical attention was needed, and there was no police report filed. The contact had been…
Crash reported
ODI 11232549
Engine
Tl* the contact owns a 2005 chevrolet malibu. The contact noticed oil leaking underneath the vehicle. In addition, the vehicle failed to respond without warning when the accelerator pedal was depressed. The vehicle was not diagnosed or repaired. The dealer and manufacturer were not notified. The failure mileage was 106,500.
ODI 11151169
Electrical System · Engine · Exterior Lighting · Latches/Locks/Linkages
Tl* the contact owns a 2005 chevrolet malibu. While operating the vehicle, the brake lights intermittently failed to illuminate when depressing the brake pedal. Also, the front driver side window failed to operate and would not roll down and the rear passenger door could not be unlocked from inside the vehicle. Furthermore, the ignition key could be removed from the ignition switch while driving the vehicle and,…
ODI 11133439
Air Bags · Engine · Hood · Power Train
Tl* the contact owns a 2005 chevrolet malibu. The contact stated that the vehicle overheated. If the vehicle was too hot, the engine would not start and the gear shift did not move. The vehicle also leaked anti-freeze. The contact had to pump the brake pedal in order for the lever to operate. Also, the air bag warning indicator illuminated. The vehicle was taken to east pat o'brien chevrolet ([redacted], willoughby…
ODI 11189938
Air Bags · Engine · Steering
Tl* the contact owns a 2005 chevrolet malibu. While driving 60 mph, the steering wheel became inoperable. Also, the air bag and check engine indicators illuminated. The vehicle was not diagnosed or repaired. The vehicle was not repaired. The local dealer was not contacted. The manufacturer advised the contact to take the vehicle for diagnostic testing. The failure mileage was approximately 175,000.
ODI 11054290
Engine · Power Train · Steering
I was driving to work on the freeway and i accelerated to merge into traffic i slightly turned the wheel to the left and it went to the right and the faster i tried to go it was going all over the road from left to right.i didnt have much control so i decided to get off the freeway and go back home.
ODI 11045274
Engine · Power Train
Tl* the contact owns a 2005 chevrolet malibu. On several occasions, while driving various speeds, the vehicle stalled without warning. There were no warning indicators illuminated. The vehicle was taken to flemington buick gmc cadillac at [redacted] (211 us-202, flemington, nj 08822) where no diagnostic failure codes were found and the failure could not be duplicated. The vehicle was not repaired. The vehicle was…
ODI 11056550
Electrical System · Engine · Seats
While driving along the freeway, car dinged at me 3 times, reduced engine power warning came on, couldn't accelerate, braking power was reduced, traction control light came on. Had throttle body cleaned and inspected..worked good for about 3 days and is happening again. And now the weld is broken on the drivers seat! *tr
ODI 10933778
Electronic Stability Control · Engine · Vehicle Speed Control
Had m y car in for recall work now it shows reduced engine power or something like that and dies i replaced throttle body and no change still does it now it is throwing a code of p0826
ODI 10911341
Engine
Tl* the contact owns a 2005 chevrolet malibu. Four days after purchasing the vehicle, the check engine light illuminated while driving at an unknown speed. The vehicle was taken to a local dealer where it was diagnosed that there were "156 issues with the vehicle". The technician advised the contact to return the vehicle to the dealer. The contact stated that the dealer refused to take the vehicle back, stating that…
ODI 10876958
Electrical System · Engine · Unknown Or Other
My 2005 malibu is extremely hard to start. It also cuts off without warning. This is very dangerous, as well as frustrating. In cold weather, it will crank after only a few tries. In warm weather or after driving the car, it can take up to 30 minutes to crank. It spins but does not start without a major hassle. When the car finally starts, i have to hold down the gas pedal to prevent it from cutting off again.…
ODI 10875061
Engine · Fuel/Propulsion System · Service Brakes
I have to replace my signal lights every 2 to 3 months and they look like they melted inside also i have problems with my fuel like my car is not getting fuel while driving. And i'm angry because i've had my car for about 9 years and no one has ever mailed a recall to my home for anything on my car and i may be putting my life in danger. I learned about these recalls from my insurance company.
ODI 10874950
Engine
I was driving home with my daughter on interstate route 80 when i noticed my car was emitting a thick black smoke trail. I immediately took the next exit and pulled into a parking lot. My daughter and i then jumped out of the smoke filled car. We then ran away as we watched the inferno take over and then the car suddenly exploded. Blowing back the hood and smashing the windshield.
Fire reported
ODI 10854931
Engine · Fuel/Propulsion System
Tl* the contact owns a 2005 chevrolet malibu. After the vehicle was filled with fuel, the contact had to make several attempts to start the vehicle. The vehicle was driven to the contact's residence and failed to start the following day. The check engine warning indicator illuminated permanently and the fuel gauge fluctuated between empty and full. The vehicle was taken to an independent mechanic, but did not…
ODI 10851662
Electrical System · Engine · Exterior Lighting
I'm having an issue where's i'm scared i will be in a car accident. My engine light comes on then my tc light then my car say engine power reduce in the car will just shut off.
Crash reported
ODI 10824697
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
Engine · Fuel/Propulsion System
Filled 2005 malibu with gas. Fuel read full. Pulled off from gas station fuel gauge went to empty. Fuel light and check engine light came on car turned off while at the light. I am not trying to die due to a corporation negligence!!!! *tr
ODI 10700966
Air Bags · Engine · Pressure Monitoring And Regulating Systems
Tl* the contact owns a 2005 chevrolet malibu. The contact stated that the air bag, check engine, and tire pressure warning lights remained illuminated. The vehicle was not diagnosed or repaired. The manufacturer was not made aware of the failure. The approximate failure mileage was 93,000.
ODI 10693473
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
Engine
Tl* the contact owns a 2005 chevrolet malibu. The contact stated that while driving at an unknown speed, the vehicle decelerated and the check engine light illuminated. The vehicle was taken to the dealer where the technician diagnosed the canister vent solenoid needed to be replaced. No repairs were made to the vehicle. The manufacturer was not made aware of the failure. The failure mileage was 101,635.
ODI 10670192
Air Bags · Engine
Tl* the contact owns a 2005 chevrolet malibu. The contact stated that while driving 40 mph, the engine stalled and the vehicle spun out of control. The contact crashed into a wall and the driver side air bag failed to deployed. The driver was knocked unconscious and medical attention was required. A police report was failed. The vehicle was destroyed. The manufacturer was not notified of the failure. The contact…
Crash reported · 1 injury
ODI 10640209
Engine · Service Brakes
Tl* the contact owns a 2005 chevrolet malibu. The contact received a recall notification for nhtsa campaign number: 14v400000 (electrical system). While the vehicle was at a complete stop, it jerked violently. The contact had to exert force on the brake pedal to keep the vehicle at a stop. The vehicle was not diagnosed or repaired. The manufacturer was not notified. The failure mileage was unknown.
ODI 10632762
Engine
Had been experiencing failure to start and stalling of vehicle while driving, on occasion. Took it in for service at a local, reputable shop in madison heights, mi. Was informed it needed a fuel pump. Job was completed. Upon picking up car about august 5, 2014, drove it away but returned to area of shop to ask mechanic a question. About 1/8 mile from shop and at about 35 mph, the engine completely shut off. All…
ODI 10681959
Electronic Stability Control · Engine
The problem that i am having with my vehicle, is with the ignition switch. The key will not turn, i have to shake the key and push on the gas a couple of times before the key turns on the switch. I do not know if my vehicle will be covered under the recall list, but if it is and i pay to have my vehicle repaired, can i be reimburse for the repair cost? *tr
ODI 10609872