The theft system keeps going off for no reason leaving me stranded for 10-15 minutes. It happened to turn off while driving on the highway 3 times in the past the whole dash board lit up and the theft system light was blinking. It also happens while I initially start the car up.
2005 Chevrolet Malibu Classic: engine stalls while driving
7 of the 92 complaints about the 2005 Chevrolet Malibu Classic describe engine stalls while driving.
- owner complaints
- 7
- of this car's complaints
- 8%
- typical mileage
- 128,000
- recalls
- 0
Engine stalls while driving by model year
- 20081
- 20071
- 20057
- 200413
- 20032
- 20023
- 20013
- 20003
- 19981
- 19971
What owners say
Tl* the contact owns a 2005 chevrolet malibu classic. While driving at unknown speeds, the vehicle stalled without warning. The vehicle was taken to an independent mechanic who diagnosed that the intake sensor needed to be replaced. The vehicle was not repaired. The manufacturer was made aware of the failure. The failure mileage was 148,569.
My car has been stalling out randomly usually at highway speeds has done this about 5 times in two weeks I just had my recall done but the problem still exists very dangerous mechanic seem to think its my ignition switch not just the keys and cover gm did on recall I'm wondering if other complaints have come in and what should I do. I thought this is why they recalled the cars for stalling out, no steering, brakes etc.
Tl* the contact owns a 2005 chevrolet malibu classic. Contact stated that while driving approximately 60 MPH, the vehicle stalled without warning. As a result, the contact lost control of the vehicle which rolled over three times. The air bags failed to deploy. The contact stated that the driver and two passengers sustained unknown injuries. A police report was filed of the incident. The vehicle was destroyed. The manufacturer was not notified of the failure. The VIN was unavailable. The approximate failure mileage was 100,000. Updated 12/9/14*cn the consumer did not receive a recall notification. Updated 06/1/2015
Tl* the contact owns a 2005 chevrolet malibu classic. The contact stated while driving approximately 65 MPH, the ignition key was able to move out of position causing the vehicle to stall without warning. The vehicle was taken to a private mechanic where it was diagnosed that the ignition switch needed to be replaced. The manufacturer was notified of the failure. The vehicle was not repaired. The approximate failure and current mileage were 128,000. Rk
I drive a 2005 malibu classic and it stalled at 40mph for no reason. No warning lights or nothing. I drive 12 to 15 miles and after turning the car off it will not start again for at least one to four hours. I have spent $400 dollars on repairs and the problems still exist. I want to live. Other driver are having the same problems. I found this information on the internet. What can I do. I am still making payments on t hes car and I have owned it for one year. Please help.
Dt*: the consumer stated the engine stalled without prior warning. When this occurred there was a loss of all power and no warning lights illuminated. The consumer was driving around a sharp curve when the engine stalled and lost control of the vehicle. Although there was a crash, there were no injuries or damage to the vehicle. The police were not contacted. The vehicle was seen by a dealer, but the service department was unable to duplicate the problem. In addition to the stalling problem, the trunk lid leaked allowing rain to enter the trunk compartment. The trunk carpeting was replaced, but the trunk lid continues to leak. Prior to the problems, the vehicle was exposed to a hurricane but did not have any flood damage.
Service bulletins that may apply
- This service bulletin provides guidelines and diagnostic/repair information to technicians regarding...
- This service bulletin advises of a new fuel injection cleaner kit used for decarbonizing the intake valves...
- This technical bulletin advises of a new fuel injection cleaner kit used for decarbonizing the intake...
- This service bulletin provides service information to technicians on guidelines to replace Oil Cooler, Oil...
- This PI bulletin advises the technician on the proper way to install the pistons in an engine.
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Related recalls
No recalls on record for this model year.
Questions about the 2005 Chevrolet Malibu Classic stalling
Is engine stalls while driving a common problem on the 2005 Chevrolet Malibu Classic?
7 of 92 owner complaints about the 2005 Chevrolet Malibu Classic (8%) mention engine stalls while driving. The model year with the most reports is 2004.
Is there a recall or service bulletin for this on the 2005 Chevrolet Malibu Classic?
There are 0 recalls and 33 service bulletins for the same area of the car. Check them below with your VIN.
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