2004 Chevrolet Malibu Classic: engine stalls while driving

Filed Jul 12, 2017 · Electrical · TX

Due to the passlock sensor inside the ignition lock cylinder case failure, the vehicle will stall at any moment and anywhere, which makes more likely to be involved in a wreck because of this. Gm stated that the problem with the vehicle stalling was due to the key coming out from the ignition cylinder. Gm added weight to the plastic portion of the key as a solution to the problem but the real problem for the vehicle to stall is not that, it is due to the failure of the passlock sensor.

Filed Sep 13, 2016 · Electrical, Fuel system · 80,000 miles · IA

Tl* the contact owns a 2004 chevrolet malibu classic. The contact stated that the vehicle stalled without warning and was unable to be restarted. The security pass lock and anti-lock warning indicators randomly flashed intermittently. The vehicle began to stall at random. The vehicle was diagnosed by a mechanic who stated that the fuel pump regulator failed. The vehicle was repaired, but continued to stall. The VIN was not included in the federal safety agency campaign number: 14v400000 (electrical system). The manufacturer was notified of the failure. The approximate failure mileage was 80,000.

Filed Aug 10, 2015 · Electrical · 175,000 miles · GA

Tl* the contact owns a 2004 chevrolet malibu classic. The contact stated that while driving, the theft system warning light illuminated and the engine stalled. The contact was able to maneuver off the road and shut the vehicle off. The contact was able to restart the engine after resetting the theft system. The vehicle was not diagnosed or repaired. The manufacturer was not made aware of the failure. The approximate failure mileage was 175,000.

Filed Jul 6, 2015 · Electrical · 210,000 miles · FL

Tl* the contact owns a 2004 chevrolet malibu classic. While driving various speeds, the vehicle stalled unexpectedly. The contact was able to coast over to side of the road and restart the vehicle. The dealer diagnosed that the ignition needed to be replaced. The vehicle was not repaired. The manufacturer was notified of the failure. The failure mileage was 210,000.

Filed May 5, 2015 · Electrical, Fuel system · 75,000 miles · TN

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.

Filed Mar 18, 2015 · Engine · 173,000 miles · MI

Tl* the contact owns a 2004 chevrolet malibu classic. While at a red light, the vehicle stalled. The vehicle restarted and resumed normal operation. The vehicle was driven to the contact's residence. The vehicle was not taken to the dealer or an independent mechanic. The manufacturer was not notified. The vehicle was not repaired. The approximate failure mileage was 173,000.

Filed Nov 19, 2014 · Electrical, Steering · 100,000 miles · GA

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.

Filed Oct 16, 2014 · Electrical, Engine · 10,177 miles · TX

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.

Filed May 30, 2014 · Electrical · 90,000 miles · NY

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.

Filed Apr 27, 2012 · Electrical · 120,000 miles · OH

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.

Filed Dec 4, 2010 · Electrical · 41,000 miles · MO

Problems started over 3 years ago. Electrical problem involving interior electronics, sometimes radio and climate electronics will turn off and automatic headlights and dash light will turn off, usually right after starting, but sometimes in the middle of driving. Recently the car engine stalled on the interstate in addition to the above issues and the security light came on. Then the next week the car stalled on a street without lighting the security light and wouldn't restart, after being towed the car did restart.

Filed Jun 20, 2010 · IA

I own a 2004 chevy malibu. The anti-theft device continually causes my car to have a delayed start. I have had to put so much money into this vehicle that fixing it to the tune of $500 is out of the question. My dealer told me that even fixing the vehicle does not guarantee the replacement parts will not be defective. My car recently stalled in a dark parking lot and I had my two year old baby with me. Does chevy have no shame for selling products that they know are dangerous? If I would have been attacked and my little girl hurt it would have been their fault. It really doesn't make much sense to have a defective anti-theft device does it? Will it take a wrongful death suit to make them be more responsible? I know they are aware of the problem because a co-worker of mine has a 2002 chevy malibu and she had the same problem, two years later they are still selling the same crap. If I can afford to buy another car again it will definitely be a foreign car. The following information is general because this happens all the time, not just on one date!!!!