Tl*-the contact owns a 2000 chevrolet malibu. The contact was driving approximately 45 MPH and preparing to stop, and suddenly a vehicle crashed into the rear end. A police report was filed of the incident. The driver sustained a concussion, fractured hand and wrist; and additional injuries to the eye, ankle, and right leg. The severe injuries resulted in four surgeries on the hand and wrist, and two surgeries onthe ankle. The contact stated additional surgeries were required as a result of the failure. The manufacturer was notified but there were no resolutions. The failure mileage was unknown. The VIN was unknown.
2000 Chevrolet Malibu acceleration complaints
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Tl*the contact owns a 2000 chevrolet malibu. While driving 65 MPH with the cruise control engaged, the accelerator button became stuck. The vehicle accelerated to 80 MPH and would not stop. The contact drove onto the shoulder to slow down and stop the vehicle, but was unsuccessful. She had to place the vehicle into park in order to stop because the brakes would not stop the vehicle either. The vehicle has not been taken to the dealer. The failure mileage was 57,000.
I started my car and put it in reverse. Accelerator stuck and with both feet on the brake I could not stop the car from moving or reduce its speed. With both feet on the brake and not the accelerator I ran across two lanes of the highway and slammed into a tree. Apparently I have a totaled vehicle/malibu 2000. Trooper did not believe the accelerator was stuck.
While driving on the freeway at 70 MPH the driver would put the vehicle on cruise control and the vehicle would stall without incident. *jb there was a noise when turning the vehicle and the engine would crank but would not start. *sc the power steering rack and fuel pump was replaced. *tc
While braking at any speed vehicle surged forward, and the steering wheel jerked. Dealership was notified, but did not resolve the problem.
Complaint received via e-mail. While my family and I were driving home from a restaurant accelerator pedal locked open while approaching our exit. It was only by my quick reaction and cool head that my family was spared a horrendous accident. Vehicle was towed to a dealership. Just last week the power steering pump failed, and needed to be replaced.. This tribute was a nightmare, considering the age of this vehicle and only 45,000 kilometers.
The problems experienced are as followed: defective/shorted turn signal(replaced, check engine warning lamp, 5 attempted repairs of noises/knocking in the front end/suspension/steering (which have tsb's), brakes/rotors, faulty ignition wires, poor performance/stalling, uneven tire wear, inaccurate fuel gauge readings, and no cruise control or horn. The dealer could never duplicate any of the problems. Refer to odi#10013971 mr scc
While driving and without warning vehicle accelerated at a faster speed. Applied brakes and vehicle slowed down; however, did not stop. Driver proceeded to shift gear into park.
While driving and without warning vehicle will accelerate at a faster speed without applying accelerator pedal.l dealer has been notified.
While driving vehicle started to accelerate by itself. Dealer contacted. Please add VIN.
On two occasions at an intersection and upon applying brakes, vehicle commenced to jerk itself into an intersection. At another time, it occurred while waiting at a stop light. It started to jerk itself again while applying the brakes. Vehicle has been in/out of dealer's shop on three occasions, and the problem is still unresolved. *ak
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