2004 Chevrolet Malibu Maxx fuel system problems

Filed Dec 7, 2017 · Fuel system · 101,526 miles · VA

Fuel pump recall

Filed Sep 2, 2014 · Fuel system · 115,000 miles · CA

Have been experiencing strong odors of gasoline over the past several weeks. Gas mileage has been impacted. Have called dealer several times - no return phone call. Assume when they do call me back, I am in for a $1,000 repair bill based on previous submissions. I would guess this should be another recall item based on the number of complaints I have read.

Filed May 10, 2014 · Fuel system · 124,230 miles · UT

This has happened on many times since I bought the car in 2006, I would drive to a location shut the car off come back out (dose not matter how long of a time I would be where im at) try to start the car, it starts and then dies, this sometimes happens more the once in a row, by the second and third try it would start and be fine after that. The last time it did it at an intersection, the car shut off while idling, it took a few seconds to start it back up. During this time I almost got hit twice by different car. I have had the electrical system checked and everything is where it needs to be. I saw a recall for malibu's about there fuel systems. Im wondering if the maxx type is part of that problem as well.

Filed Mar 29, 2013 · Fuel system · GA

I bought this car november 02, 2011 drove it home. The very next day I notice the cranking issues. The car will crank right up of the mornings, but after it warms up it could take up to 5 times. The car will shake and die. So I have no warranty for this car I bought used. So it's like I am stuck with it until it's paid for. So I google information about this car for any recalls and have been trying to find out if the fuel pump has or not been replaced for this car. My mechanic tells me it is my fuel pump. The recall was february 28, 2011, I feel this car was missed. This is the very first chevrolet that I have bought, but trying to crank this car is just crazy. I get so fustrated this is a poor quality of a car. Everytime I take it to have anything done to it. I want to crawl under the table, cause I have to explain to them that I have a retard of a car. Can someone help me please.

Filed Oct 1, 2012 · Fuel system · 104,000 miles · SC

Tl* the contact owns a 2004 chevrolet malibu maxx. The contact stated that the fuel pump became fracture d on the elbow of the pump. The contact noticed a gasoline leak in front of the exhaust as he was driving an unknown speed. The vehicle was taken to an independent mechanic for diagnosis who attempted to seal the fracture with epoxy but the remedy failed. The manufacturer was notified but offered no assistance. The contact was informed of the recall related to the federal safety agency campaign id number: 12v459000 (fuel system, gasoline:delivery:fuel pump) and stated that his model vehicle was suffering from the same defect. The vehicle was repaired. The failure and current mileages were 104,000. Updated 11/01/12 *bf updated 11/02/2012

Filed Jun 21, 2012 · Fuel system · 59,198 miles · FL

Tl* the contact owns a 2004 chevrolet malibu maxx. The contact stated that the vehicle emitted a strong gasoline fuel odor. The contact inspected the vehicle and found that the fuel neck only had one hose. The vehicle was not repaired. The failure mileage was 59,198 and the current mileage was 69,000.

Filed Dec 3, 2010 · Electrical, Fuel system · 113,451 miles · RI

2004 chevy malibu maxx will not start due to passlock. Car cranks over and often takes a while to start. Eventually car starts. Often left stranded waiting for it to start.

Filed Nov 18, 2010 · Fuel system · 130,000 miles · AZ

Tl*the contact owns a 2004 chevrolet malibu maxx. There was fuel leaking and a fuel smell in the rear of the vehicle. The vehicle was taken to the dealer who stated that the fuel pump failed and it would cost a $1000 to repair it. There were no recalls or warranties for the failure. The vehicle was not repaired. The manufacturer was notified. The failure was mileage was 130,000.

Filed Jul 17, 2010 · Fuel system · 61,560 miles · FL

Strong smell of gasoline emanating from the rear of vehicle, checked internet about problem and have seen many complaints from other malibu owners.

Filed Oct 10, 2008 · Fuel system · 101,143 miles · CA

Tl*the contact owns a 2004 chevrolet malibu maxx. The contact smelled a strong odor of gasoline emanating from the vehicle. Upon further inspection, he noticed a large puddle of gasoline near the fuel tank. He took the vehicle to an authorized dealer and they stated that they would need to replace the delivery pump and associated hoses at the cost of $513. The technician added that this was a common failure. The failure and current mileages were 101,143.