Car loses power while driving in traffic and upon accelerating from a complete stop. Happens as soon as car warms to normal temperature. I have so far replaced the fuel filter, did a full tune up and now a fuel pump.
1999 Chevrolet Malibu fuel system complaints
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My car kept stalling and one day it didn't start at all. The dealers first sure thought it was the fuel pump and the lines, so I got that replaced. About a month later my car would stall while driving. So, I brought it the dealer again and they replaced the alternator. Car ran fine again for a couple of weeks, and once again, it started stalling on me while driving. Sometimes it wouldn't start, or it would start and then die on me. I brought to the dealer again and they said I needed new spark plugs. Got that all done, and it didn't help one bit. Now, I drove my car all the way from minnesota to new york with no problem, but the day I got here, I started having problems again. My car won't start or it will and it stalls on the through-way, which is very scary, unsafe and inconvenient! I called the dealership here, and I told them what was going on and before I even told him what kind of car it was, he asked if it was a chevy malibu and I said yes. He told me chevy knows about all this happening to almost every malibu they have and they aren't doing anything about it! He said it has something to do with the anti-theft passlock making it so the security comes on in the car and locks the car up because it's faulty. I can't afford anymore repairs and I've been in 2 accidents because of my car randomly stalling! I am glad my 6-month old wasn't in the backseat at any of those times! What am I suppose to do if I have an emergency and can't get my car started because chevy knows about this problem, yet they aren't doing any recalls?!
My 1999 chevy mailbu has had many problems. I will start with the 2 fuel injecters replaced 2 months after purchasing. The car begin to run rough then would have problems starting. Then there was the altanator, the thermostat, the head and intake gaskets and the numurous electical problems. The electrical problems still cannot be solved after numrous tripsto the repair shop. Most of the problems have been corrected on more than one occasion. As a consumer I hope you will help us malibu owners who are in destress. I know the auto companies are in financial trouble but that still does not excuse making an unsafe auto. I am afraid enough not to drive my car. I feel I put my family and myself in danger taking thsi car on the road. I hope you will help correct this problem. I feel my only next option is to contact a lawyer over my legal rights.
While driving the vehicle stalled every 5 seconds. The vehicle was taken to the dealership, and a diagnostic test was performed that read fuel pump failure. The fuel pump was replaced. *ak
The consumer smelled fuel while driving. She then observed fuel dripping onto the ground while parked, the vehicle was taken to the dealer for inspection. It was determined that the fuel line was leaking at the fuel filter connector due to corrosion. The consumer feels the manufacturer should be 100% responsible for replacing the fuel line. The consumer has had other components fail on the vehicle. All four tires were replaced due to center tread wear. The front brake pads were replaced at 20000 miles and again at 41313. The driver's side sunvisor broke. Both front wheel hub assemblies were replaced due to bearing failure at 41313 miles. Both front brake rotors were replaced at 41313 miles. *jb
1 - brake failure at 15,000 miles; replaced brakes 4 times after dealer and manufacturer (chevrolet) failed to repair; I purchased 3 calipers, 4 rotors and many brake pads at costs of $1,000. 2 - gas guage sending unit failed after 60,000 miles; could not determine proper fuel level; purchased and replaced unit at cost of $325. 3 - intake manifold failed at 45,000 miles; vehicle experienced severe overheating; dealer charged $700 to perform valve job after charging $700 to replace intake manifold; 4 - battery failed after 25,000 miles; positive post fell out of battery; purchased replacement and did not have vehicle towed to dealer because I was in california from texas on a trip - costs $70 .
When the vehicle was started the gas gauge registered full. While driving the gas gauge changed to different amounts (1/4, 1/2, 3/4) of gas. The vehicle shut down from having no gas in the tank but the gauge read full. *nlm
I have had nothing but problems with the brake system in my 1999 chevrolet malibu. Replaced calipers, bearings,rotors,of course pads. Now my ABS light comes on and off (idiot light) also the gas gauge malfunctions when it gets to 1\4 tank also my climate control fan won't work on the 1st 3 speeds.
The fuel line was cracked.
I have a 1999 chevorlet malibu with 73,000 miles. I have performed all preventive maintaince on the car. On 12/31/02, I noticed a small puddle of engine coolant under the car. I took it to my regular mechanic. I was advised after a diagnostic test I had a leak at the intake gasket. The total cost to repair was $596.00. After researching on the internet, I have learned of many owners of a general moters (gm) vechicle having similiar problems. I feel it is time for the government to step in and investigate gm. Gm admits no wrong doing though there is sufficient proof to show a faulty design in the intake manifold gasket. I have done most of my own preventative maintenance as well as repair. I am familiar with automobile engines enough to know if an engine is properly designed and has the correct gaskets, sealant, and proper assembly leaks such as the one I described should be rare. Thank you for taking time to read and I hope your department will work to help consumers with this problem.
Consuemr states after filling up the vehicle there is a strong gas smell. Took to dealer and dealer stated fuel injectors were leaking. Dealer replaced problem still occurred. Took back to dealer and they replaced the fuel pressure regulator and the smell went away. Please provide any further information.
Consumer states while driving gas fumes comes from the vent. Please add any additional information. Ts
Consumer called complaining about having problems with head gasket. Also stated that while driving the vehicle the vehicle lost power. Dealer was not contacted at the time of this called. Ts
Fuel and temperature gauges/ blower fuse replaced for 1and 2 positions.
Horn was replaced twice by the dealer. No lights illuminated on the dashbaord as linked to another problem. This keeps causing a short circuit.*ak consumer stated the vehicle has been to the dealership 5 times for electrical problems, the multi-function switch, relay switch and cancel cam horn were all replaced, also the intake manifold gasket was leaking oil due to the gasket being improperly sealed, the oil pump drive seal was replaced.
The check engine light came on after the car was ideling very rough. O'rielly chevrolet said that the #5 injector was sticking, they flushed the system & replaced the fuel filter for $207.73. Two weeks later on 2-25-02 the check engine light came on again. I took to o'rielly chev. & they said it was the #5 & # 3 injector had to be replaced. The first time the #5 injector was sticking the service rep. Said it was because I was using cheap gas. I changed the type of gas to chevron & after taking another trip, I had the same symptoms & after taking the car to o'rielly chev. The #5 & #3 injectors had to be replaced. The total costs of repairs for both times is $717.88. I don't recall, other than the level of octane, reading in my owner's manuel anything about using a better type of gas, but chevrolet agrees with the service manager at o'rielly's that this is the cause of the problems with the injectors in my car. I would appreciate any help that you can provide. I feel that I shouldn't have major repair problems with a vehicle when it has was only 1,181 miles out of warranty. I have a friend that owns a 2000 malibu ls & she has also experienced problems with the #5 injector, but at least her car is still under warranty. Thank you in advance for your attention to this issue.
Had coolant/oil leaking from valve cover/ intake manifold. Dealer replaced all 5 gaskets, oil and coolant. Only have 31,000 miles on the car. Also had resistor for fan control changed. Blower would not operate in position 1 or 2. One month ago in january, had transmission cooling leak. Dealer said it was "transmission internal wiring harness connector" leaking when I told them it was cooling line. Invoice shows changed harness, which I couldnt tell it was new because it was dirty, and changed gasket in cooling line. At same time had A/C blower control unit replaced. Ive had probelms with this vehicle since I bought it. Tires were "cupped" after first rotation. Dearler replaced 2 front tires under warranty. Now I have a problem with tires/wheels after each rotation when rear wheels are put up front. Said problem might be alignment, which is not covered under warranty. Also have had horn repaired due to inop. Dealer found wiring harness wasn't connected. Had control switch changed on power drivers seat. Drivers seat moves back/forth slightly when braking/accelerating. Passenger-side airbag was replaced due to "squeaking" when hitting bumps in the road. Had battery replaced due to acid leak eating off positive terminal. Had to leave car overnight at work brakes are due replacement due to "brake fade". Car is total disapointment. Would trade it in, but I owe more than vehicle is worth.
Fuel filter is leaking fuel onto the exhuast system, causing some damage to exhuast. Please provide more information.
Contacted manufacturere and local dealer. No assistance offered on brake failure or intake gasket failure in which they told me is due the the normal heat of the engine causing it to fail.
Alternator replaced. Dealer thought would remedy stalling/coolant leak at 38000 miles. Manual said no maintenance needed until 150000 or 5 years. Dealer told her to replace coolant, it kept leaking. Finally, dealer found crack in intake manifold, replaced that. Water pump was replaced due to leaking. *ak the A/C had never worked properly. The battery cable snapped off due to corrosion.
Car purchased 5/00-2 map sensors, fuel filter, shortage to alternator, been in shop 6times in 2months, car stalls in the middle of traffic and at rest.no solution found. Dangerous in traffic!!
Transmission is leaking fluid. Nlm
Car creeps, fuel system,resulted in a crash
On very cold days (<20 deg f) gas gauge registers accurately for ~10 secs., then falls to empty, when tank is not empty (originally happened with 3/4 tank). When engine stopped and restarted, gauge registers accurately for ~10 secs. Then falls to empty again. Only after ~1 hour of driving does the problem stop.
Intermittently whenthe brakes are applied vehicle shuts down. Dealer has inspeced the vehicle seveeral times, and has not been able to duplicate the problem.
Have current case number with chevy
When putting the vehicle into park the vehicle will roll two to three inches. Also, fuel tank filler tube is loosely connectedthe frame of the vehicle. When the consumer put gas into the vehicle, the filler tube moves up and down.
Gas line leak caused vehicle to stall.
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