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.
Engine · Fuel/Propulsion System
Tl* the contact owns a 2005 chevrolet malibu. The contact stated that while traveling 30 mph, the vehicle stalled and the fuel gauge indicated that the fuel tank was empty although the contact had refueled. The contact mentioned that the steering wheel became difficult to maneuver and the vehicle veered to the left. Also, the contact stated that the check engine light illuminated on the instrument panel. The vehicle…
ODI 10605720
Engine · Fuel/Propulsion System
In the middle lane of i-85 atlanta, 3:30 p.m.. We were in bumper to bumper traffic,stop and go, very slow traffic. Suddenly, my car shook and then cut off. After putting on hazard lights, i tried several times to start it back and it would start, shake and shut off. I finally got it started and turned off ac and traveled the rest of the way. Needless to say, it was very frightening and dangerous in the middle lane…
ODI 10609010
Electrical System · Engine
Tl* the contact owns a 2005 chevrolet malibu. The contact stated while driving approximately 40 mph, the instrument panel lights failed to operate and the vehicle stalled. As a result, the vehicle crashed into a ditch. A police report was not filed. The contact sustained cuts and bruising which did not require medical. The vehicle was destroyed. The manufacturer was notified of the failure. The approximate failure…
Crash reported · 1 injury
ODI 10644938
Electrical System · Engine
Vehicle disabled itself while driving. Pass-lock will not allow car to restart. On going problem. *tr
ODI 10598624
Engine
My 17 year old son was practicing driving on a main road when the car starting going less the 10mph while we were do a little over 45mph. We put on our hazard lights and sat on the road for about 10 minutes i then got behind the drivers seat and drove to the nearest gas station which was less than a mile away and called aaa. Not sure if i will have my now [redacted] the car to back and forward to college because i'm…
ODI 10641859
Electrical System · Engine
I went to school to drop off kids i went to start the car an all the lights in the dash board goes on but wont crank. *tr
ODI 10583720
Engine
Tl* the contact owns a 2005 chevrolet malibu. While driving various speeds, the engine stalled without warning. The failure occurred several times. The vehicle was not diagnosed or repaired. The manufacturer was notified of the failure. The failure mileage was unknown.
ODI 10644579
Electrical System · Engine
Tl* the contact owns a 2004 chevrolet malibu. While driving 15 mph, the vehicle would overheat and failed to turn off. The vehicle was taken to a dealer, where it was repaired; however, the failure recurred. In addition, the contact received notifications for nhtsa campaign numbers: 14v252000 (electrical system), 14v153000 (steering), and 14v252000 (electrical system, electronic stability control); however, the…
ODI 10717053
Electrical System · Engine · Fuel/Propulsion System
Like the current gm cobalt problems, car stalled while traveling on interstate. Luckily we were able to pull to side of the road and get towed. It was in the garage for a week and they could not find problem even with driving it 50 miles a day. Local dealer said they had not had problems, but i could bring it in. Lots of complaints on internet about this, but no service bulletins or recalls. Car has 35k miles on it,…
ODI 10575331
Electrical System · Engine · Steering
My wife and i have contacted chevy dealer a long time ago about safety recalls on this vehicle a long time ago and have not received any info. On when these recalls can be done. Most of these recalls state that the parts have not been sent. What can your company do about getting these resolved. *tr
ODI 10713291
Engine · Fuel/Propulsion System
Tl* the contact owns a 2005 chevrolet malibu. While attempting to start the vehicle, it would not start. The vehicle was taken to the dealer where it was diagnosed that the fuel pump needed to be replaced. The vehicle was repaired; however, the failure recurred. The manufacturer was not made aware of the failure. The failure mileage was 90,000.
ODI 10763998
Electrical System · Engine
The vehicle would not start after work in the parking lot. Arranged a ride home and did some research. Went back to the vehicle and got it started with suggestions on how to reset the passlock system (security light on dash was on). The next day the vehicle won't start even after going through the reset procedure several times. This problem can leave one stranded anyplace at anytime. We live in mininesota and that…
ODI 10491578
Electrical System · Engine
The ignition switch to start the car is defective. The cylinder does not turn with the key at the first try nor the second try. *tr
ODI 10643353
Engine · Fuel/Propulsion System
It dies when i stop and it sometimes loses fuel power then all of a sudden boosts up to 4000 rpms like it got a rush of power. Sometimes it wont even start. *tr
ODI 10494482
Electrical System · Engine · Fuel/Propulsion System
I was at a stop sign went to press gas pedal to turn onto road and the car just shut off no warning lights came on nor did it show any codes. Got out of car popped trunk pulled relay fuse out put it back in and it cranked up,then on my way home from work,going about 25 mph and it just shut down again,i repeated pulling out relay fuse and put it back in then waited a minute then it cranked and i drove straight home.…
ODI 10458198
Electrical System · Engine
Tl* the contact owns a 2005 chevrolet malibu. While parked, the vehicle was not able to start. The contact mentioned that it took two attempts to start the vehicle. In addition, after switching off the vehicle, the key would get stuck and the vehicle had to be restarted in order to remove the key. The failure recurred intermittently. The manufacturer was made aware of the failure. The approximate failure mileage was…
ODI 10783427
Electrical System · Engine
Tl* the contact owns a 2005 chevrolet malibu. While driving approximately 65 mph, the engine stalled. The vehicle restarted after forty five minutes. The failure occurred twelve times. The dealer was unable to diagnose the cause of the failure. The contact stated that the ignition switch was replaced, but the failure persisted. The vehicle was not repaired and the manufacturer was not notified of the failure. The…
ODI 10638659
Air Bags · Electrical System · Engine
My vehicle stalled on rairoad track-when it hit the jarring --between the pavement and the tracks---the train was at a great distance---so the engineer stated---when they were 2078 feet from my chevrolet malibu -2005---they started to blow whistle----when i saw tghe train at a great distance -and yes i did have heavy things on my keychain--but gm failed to notify -i have a mailbox and a telephone--i was hitting the…
Crash reported · 1 injury
ODI 11024648
Engine
My vehicle stalled on railroad tracks i did have a heavy load on the key chain and when it would not move i kept hitting the gas pedal but it would not move when in the process of raising my leg up and down on the gas pedal i hit the ignition switch the engine failed i then put it in reverse and nothing i said to myself i have got to get out of this car the train is going to hit so i was able to unleash my seatbelt…
Crash reported · 1 injury
ODI 10644722
Engine · Steering
The car in mention above has stalled for no apparent reason, when stalled steering becomes difficult this has happened several times over the past 5 years. When the dealer was called they said there was no recall, and if there was no trouble light on, it would be hard to detect cause unless it stalled while they had it in the shop. When it stalls everything just shut off. Upon pulling the car to the side of road…
ODI 10568881
Electronic Stability Control · Engine · Steering · Traction Control System
Started 2013, traction control remains on for a 10 mins of driving then turns off, and back on again once restart of car. When traction control light is on unable to turn off by pressing the button. Car drives like the rear breaks are engaged. This started in 2010 and still happens to the present day the car has times where it doesn't start up, it turns over but doesn't catch. I have had a fuel ejection service, and…
ODI 10543813
Engine · Power Train
Tl* the contact owns a 2005 chevrolet malibu. The contact stated that while driving at various speeds, the vehicle suddenly stalled. The vehicle was not diagnosed or repaired. In addition, after starting the vehicle the contact was unable to shift into gear. The vehicle was taken to the dealer who diagnosed that the transmission shift cable failed. The vehicle was repaired, but the failure persisted. The contact…
ODI 10775902
Engine
Tl* the contact owns a 2005 chevrolet malibu. The contact stated that while driving approximately 40 mph, the vehicle lost acceleration while on an incline. The contact also mentioned that the vehicle failed to restart. The vehicle was taken to an independent mechanic but the repairs were unknown. The vehicle was repaired. The manufacturer was not notified of the failure. The approximate failure mileage was 95,000.
ODI 10609804