Tl* the contact owns a 2004 chevrolet malibu classic. When the ignition was turned to the on position, the vehicle did not start. The contact stated that the ignition had to be turned to the off position then back to the on position in order for the vehicle to start. The failure recurred numerous times. The vehicle was not diagnosed or repaired. The manufacturer was not made aware of the failure. The failure mileage was approximately 100,000.
2004 Chevrolet Malibu Classic electrical complaints
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Tl* the contact owns a 2004 chevrolet malibu classic. While driving 65 MPH, the vehicle stalled when the fuel pump exploded without warning. The vehicle was towed to an independent mechanic, who confirmed that the fuel pump exploded. The vehicle was repaired; however, the failure recurred. The manufacturer was notified of the failure. The approximate failure mileage was 75,000.
The key caused the ignition switch to separate and become loose. Now the ignition switch is out of position and start out of place and is very dangerous. I asked told them about it when they were replacing the recall keys. They refuse to fix or look into it because it was not included in the law suit. Which it should have because they both go together to solve the problem. The problem is still there and not resolve. The ignition switch was the main problem along with the keys.
The 2004 chevy malibu classic is experiencing the same brake apply sensor (bas) circuit malfunction as other 2004 gm vehicles listed in gm recall 13036. The brake lights do not come on when the brake pedal is pushed, even though the light bulbs are brand new. I am asking gm to investigate and consider adding the 2004 chevy malibu classic to the list of vehicles to be recalled in recall 13036. The conditions that the 2004 malibu classic are experiencing are identical to the conditions stated in the recall.
Tl*the contact owns a 2004 chevrolet malibu classic. The contact stated that the key failed to release out of the accessory mode into the off position. In addition, the key remained in the ignition cylinder and the battery was disconnected until the vehicle was driven. The vehicle was taken to the dealer where the ignition cylinder was replaced. The manufacturer was notified of the failure. The approximate failure mileage was 162,808.
Tl* the contact owns a 2004 chevrolet malibu classic. The contact stated that the anti-theft sensor and the service engine sensor kept randomly illuminating and the vehicle stalled several times. The contact also experienced difficulty removing the key and getting the key to turn over into an on position to start the vehicle. The contact heard a clicking noise coming from the steering wheel, which occurred frequently and the noise continued while driving. The vehicle was included in the federal safety agency campaign number: 14v400000 (electrical system) and indicated that the dealer was not able to determine when the part would become available to schedule the recall repair. The contact called for months and was not able to schedule an appointment. The manufacturer was notified of the failures. The vehicle was not repaired. The approximate failure mileage was 100,000.
Tl* the contact owns a 2004 chevrolet malibu classic. The contact stated that while driving at 5 MPH, the engine stalled. The contact was able to restart the vehicle. The failure occurred on numerous occasions. The vehicle was not diagnosed or repaired. The manufacturer was not notified of the failure. The contact received the federal safety agency campaign number: number: 14v400000 (electrical system) and believed the failure was related to the recall. The approximate failure mileage was 10,177.
Tl* the contact owns a 2004 chevrolet malibu classic. The contact received a recall notification for the federal safety agency campaign number: 14v400000 (electrical system) and stated that the part needed to repair the vehicle was unavailable. The dealer was unable to provide an expected date for the part to become available. The manufacturer was notified. The contact had not experienced a failure.
Tl* the contact owns a 2004 chevrolet malibu classic. The contact stated that the vehicle failed to start properly multiple times. The dealer stated that the ignition switch needed to be replaced. The vehicle was repaired. When the contact attempted to eject the key from the ignition, the key failed to turn all the way to the off position. The key was able to turn from accessory to the on position and vice versa, but it would not turn to the off position. The failure occurred multiple times. The vehicle was taken back to the dealer and they stated that the ignition switch and keys could be replaced for a fee. The vehicle was not repaired and the manufacturer was notified. The VIN was included in the federal safety agency campaign number: 14v400000 (electrical system). The failure mileage was unavailable.
Tl* the contact owns a 2004 chevrolet malibu classic. The contact stated that the front driver side window failed to roll down. In addition, the instrument panel gauges, air conditioning, and radio failed to operate. The vehicle was taken to an independent mechanic, but was not diagnosed or repaired. The manufacturer was not notified. The approximate failure mileage was 35,000.
Theft system did not allow the car to start. Theft system light appears intermittently. Following the "wait 10 minutes" procedure described in other complaints results in start on some occasions but does not work on others. Considering the gm ignition problem recalls, I do not understand why this has not been the subject of one.
Upon shutting car off my car key would not come out ignition after dangling the key I came out but the ignition wasn't in the off position. Lm attempt to put the key back in to turn it to off position it didn't budge. The next morning the car wouldn't start I had to get a jump and then the following morning the car wouldn't start I had to get a jump. I went advance auto parts and was told that because the car is not in off position completely its draining my battery, I also was informed of a recall for my vehicle that I wasn't aware of. I will take to dealership on monday. The other problems I have is the driver's side window after letting down wont come back up. Turn signals not working one minute pop on other minute. I check the fuse box it was fine.
I was in the process of slowing down for a red light on a busy highway when my car just died. I had two kids in the car with me. Something bad could have happened. Good thing it the car died at a red light. I waited a few minutes and the car started up. I had the car tested for any codes and nothing showed for a reason why the car did this. This has happened several times. The first time it happened was about 3 years ago.
Tl* the contact owns a 2004 chevrolet malibu classic. The contact stated that the anti-theft and the ABS warning lights illuminated intermittently. Additionally, the instrument panel, dimmer switch, radio, speedometer, air conditioning lights, and the air conditioning controls all failed. The contact had to reposition the key in the ignition switch and attempted numerous times to start the vehicle. The contact also stated that the anti-theft feature would not allow the vehicle to be started. The contact mentioned that the vehicle would stall intermittently. The vehicle was not diagnosed or repaired. The manufacturer was notified of the failure and stated that the vehicle was not included in the federal safety agency campaign id number: 14v252000 (electrical system, electronic stability control and service brakes, hydraulic). The approximate failure mileage was 90,000.
Security system went haywire. I got in my car tried to start it, it will start, but dies in seconds, no dash lights, if I leave the ignition turn to on after so long 10 minutes or longer sometimes the dash lights will turn on again. And then I am able to start my car and drive it, however sometimes the car even after waiting a half hr will not reset the passlock security system. It costs over $500.00 to fix and this is the second one I have had to replace in my car. The dealer should be fixing this issue as it is a known issue and has had multiple complaints all over the internet. This is ridiculous how can the charge such an outrageous amount and yet it go bad again and not recall this.
Intermittent problems w/ signal light. No signal (from stopped or waiting position) signal, then no signal (any speed). No signal, then suddenly signal (any speed or driving condition) I've had it in to the dealership multiple times but they have never been able to replicate, so they say there isn't a problem.
I purchased my car in 2005 and this problem didn't start until 2012. My car will not start at times and the first time it happened I had no idea that it was the ignition switch/antitheft system kicking in. For some reason my car thought I was trying to steal it. I had the fuel system looked into and changed a couple of parts thinking that was the problem, but obviously now I know it wasn't. I have had it plugged in and no diagnosis was found. I did bring it to a man that works on chevrolets and he told me I probably need a new ignition switch. So for two years now, I have to reset my ignition switch/anti theft system on many occasions, which takes 10 minutes while your sitting where ever you may be. I do strongly believe that this needs to be a recall as I see sooo many complaints about this. Unfair that we all have to fix this issue ourselves when the gm should be fixing the issue!!!!
After starting the car there was no power to windows radio or AC also gauges for temperature and fuel did not work.
I own a 2004 chevy malibu. My anti-theft device keeps me from starting car. Uncertain why this was happening at first, kept having it go for service. They could never find anything wrong. Now I find it's the anti-theft system. So I have to wait 10-15 minutes with ignition to the on position before theft light turns off & can start car. I end up leaving car running now to go into stores, anyplace I expect to be less than 5 minutes. This is happening 1-3 x's a week for over 6 months. Gm dealer states will fix for $400. Hundreds of same complaints I've found on-line, even face-book page, dozens of y-tube video's showing how to turn off system-but this is something that requires some mechanical expertise which I don't have. Safety concern-may have emergency and need my car to start, not wait patiently for 10 minutes then hope it will start.
I had my key stuck in accessory the ignition so my car battery would run dead. I was told I might need a ignition cylinder for my vehicle but looking on the internet I see this is a known issue for this make, model, and year. This should be recalled a fix that the manufacture to pay for a known problem. To get this replaced is almost $900.00.
At first, the service engine soon light would illuminate at random intervals. Then engine shut off while car was moving. The problem happened more frequently as time progressed. Then the car would not start intermittently. Finally it would not start at all. The shop found the bad part was the ignition switch. Total cost to replace the switch and do the associated work was $900.
Since at about 110,000 miles (car now has 160,000) the theft system prevents me from starting my car by disabling the injectors intermittently. I find this to be a safety hazard as do many others that have posted comments online. It has stranded me at 1:30 in the morning in front of convenience stores. Not a safe place to be stuck. Chevy says its a $300-$1000 fix but I have read that it still does not fix the problem in some instances. I'm surprised that there has not been a class action lawsuit against gm for this. Any assistance would be greatly appreciated. Thank you.
Car went completely dead, and was diagnosed with a defective ignition switch. Cost to repair was $542.85 is this going to be covered in the current gm recall?
The passlock security system malfunctions disabling the vehicle. You have to reset the system which can take up to 30 minutes. This can be a safety issue when it happens while the vehicle is in motion. I have seen thousands of complaints for this issue. This is a common problem that needs to be recalled.
The passlock system and fuel rail combined created a injury to pedestrians that is unbelievable the car took off after left turn into a parking lot
Turn signals working intermittent and inoperative could result in a crash when turn signals not working this is a big safety concern gm knows of this problem and has a recall no. 03043 my vehicle is a 2004 and gm said no recall on this vehicle this car has the same problem as the recalled vehicles turn signals stop working could cause a fatal crash I want gm to pay for repairs they know of this big problem.
My 2004 chevy malibu keep shutting of at various times .the alarm keep engaging and disables the car .this has happened 5 times in the last 2 months .I have been reading and even on the complain site it seems to be a problem .this is very dangerous because I have read that this could happen while the car is in motion .I have looked an this is a very expensive task . Like I said I am not the only one who is having this problem .I also asked chevy and they say there is nothing to be dome it is all wear and tear the car .I hope you can help me and the others out there with the same problem . Thanks
Theft system light comes on for no reason and car won't start. Have to put key in ignition for 10-15 min before it will start. Recurs at least once a week now. Should be a recall!
In march my starter went out in my car. After replacing it I had no problems for about a week. Then I found out that my ignition switch had gone out as well. I replaced that and had no problem for about 5 days. Then for no reason my car would not start. We googled it and found out that I just needed to reset my anti theft system. Now ever since that every 1-5 days I get stuck wherever I happen to be because my anti theft system kicks in and thinks that my car is stolen when it is not. 9 times outta 10 after a 10 or 15 minute reset my car starts just fine. But now for the 3rd time it has been sitting for 2 days and will not start. In order to fix this problem mechanics are telling me that I have to pay well over a hundred dollar for them to hook it up to a computer and reset the system. If it is a system error and I did nothing wrong but fix the problem with my car then why is the dealership asking so much money simply to plug it in and hit some buttons???????
My car has now failed to start several times. I had the fuel relay switch replaced which seemed to solve the problem for about a week. Now it is doing it again, I called chevrolet after researching the issue (seems to be a big issue) and they just recommended me to take it to the dealership. Not good, and worried that the vehicle will shut off while driving. Please help.
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