Intermittently when the brake pedal was applied, the brakes grabbed so hard that the entire vehicle vibrated severely. When this occurred, the vehicle failed to stop immediately. This resulted in extended stopping distance. The brake rotors warped. On one occasion this failure caused lost of control, in which the consumer almost crashed into an 18 wheeler, but was able to pull over to the medium. The dealership has acknowledged that there was a problem with the braking system, but was unable to correct the problem, and was now refusing to work on the vehicle. *ak there was a rattle under the hood at the firewall area while the vehicle was in motion, the hose assembly was found rubbing under the vehicle, both front rotors had wore thin, the fuel pump sender did not hold the correct amount of fuel pressure, there was an open circuit in the 24x crank sensor, there was a rattle in the front suspension due to weak front lower control arms which were noisy (the right lower control arm was replaced), the coolant level sensor shorted, the water pump assembly leaked coolant, there was a vibration at highway speeds, hardware was bad and was loose in the caliper, rotor pulsation which was replaced per bulletin, the turn signal was inoperative, and the A/C had internal damage and would cut on and off.
2000 Chevrolet Malibu fuel system complaints
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I have a 2000 malibu with 16.000 miles on it. The fuel pump just went. The mechanics I spoke with felt this to be highly unusual. He felt that there most likely was a manufacturer's defect.
Going to work car just dies. Waited for a tow truck. Took to my mechanic. He replaced the fuel pump. My car is a 2000 mailbu which only has 15,000 miles on it . Cannot belive that this part would fail that soon. This repair cost me 500.00 the part alone was of course a dealer only part. Was 350.00 plus a filter. Outrageous. Are these things made out of gold.
Dealership replaced the hazard warning switch at the owner's expense. The consumer also had problems with the fuel fitting which was leaking gas. Please provide further information.
My car has had the signal lights replaced, the fuel pump replaced, & the intake manifold gasket replaced all problems w/ my car before I had replaced were very dangerous for me & my 2 children. I will never buy or refer anyone to buy a chevorlet malibu .
While driving 50-55 MPH on the highway, the engine stalled without warning. The consumer coasted to the side of the road and sat for several minutes. She then attempted to restart the vehicle and the engine stalled three more times. Once the vehicle was serviced, the technician informed the consumer that the fuel pump sender assembly, fuel harness and fuel filter needed replacement. *jb
Transmission failure, power steering failure, fuel pump failure.
My 2000 malibu/4dr sedan would stop running while driving down the road. There would be no warning it would just stop. This cause all the power to stop working(steering,brakes). Taking the car to a gm dealer shop for repair, they connected the test equipment up and said they found no codes. I instructed them to take the car on a road test, when they did this the car stopped on them also. After researching this problem they found a tech bulletin(ref:replacement of fuel pickup screen and filter). After this repair the car now runs fine. It has 45725 miles at the time of trouble.
Vehicle lost power and quit while driving on the interstate highway.
While driving and/or attempting to use the turn signal, a short in the flasher switch made the turn signal inoperative and made other electrical components inoperative (ex. Gauges, radio and A/C fan). The electrical problem also caused the engine to stall. When the consumer pushed the flasher switch repeatedly the electrical components would work temporarily. The fuel pump was replaced to alleviate the stalling condition. The technician has identified a problem in the flasher switch but has not replaced it. A recall on the switch is scheduled to start later in 2004 however the consumer's vehicle is not included in the recall due to VIN. *ak
While driving at any speed the vehicle will suddenly stall without any warning. It had taken the vehicle a while to restart and when it did restart it needed constant refueling. Upon inspection of the vehicle by a local mechanic he indicated that the problem could be caused by the fuel pump. *ak *scc
I puchased this car with 20000 miles on it. I had it for a little over 5 months and I am replacing a fuel pump that will cost $650. The power steering has corrosion, so the power steering has to be flushed. Replacement of the fuel filter, a cracked fan belt, and throttle body service. I have the gm extended warranty, but it only covers the cost to replace the fuel pump. Everything else is out of pocket expenses because it is considered "regular maintenance". The brakes also grind and seem to take too long for the car to stop. So I think brakes aren't far behind to be replaced. I am hoping I will not need rotors too. I have read so many complaints about the brakes on the 2000 chevy malibu. I try to buy american because I am a proud one. But the quality seem to be substandard compared to japanese cars. My next car will be foreign. Us car makers need to "step it up", as far as quality with these cars.
Fuel gauge will not register a half tank or less. Vehicle has to have a full fuel tank. Also, without warning or cause vehicle will shut down, and will not restart. Dealership mechanic was baffled because he could not duplicate the problem.
Engine stalled 3 times. Dealer found a leak in the gas tank and replaced it. The vehicle experienced a condition in which it would either not start or once started it would hesitate or stall. The vehicle was taken to the dealer where they replaced the fuel tank and fuel pump. The vehicle continued to experience problems and was returned to the dealer. The dealer could not find the problem and indicated that the problem was probably from vandalism or something in the tank. These conditions were not covered by the vehicle's warranty therefore the consumer had to pay for the entire service assessment. A gm bulletin was located which recommended that the technician replace the existing fuel sender strainer as a potential cause of the engine symptoms.
Fuel pump defect causing vehicle to stop unexpectedly/suddnely. Repair shop also indicated that fuel gauge/sensor defect causing gauge to inaccurately show amount of fuel - gauge failed to register when fuel is low.
Problems with vehicle stalling and starting up. *mr the vehicle experienced a condition in which it would either not start or once started it would hesitate or stall. The vehicle was taken to the dealer where they replaced the fuel tank and fuel pump. The vehicle continued to experience problems and was returned to the dealer. The dealer could not find the problem and indicated that the problem was probably from vandalism or something in the tank. These conditions were not covered by the vehicle's warranty therefore the consumer had to pay for the entire service assessment. A gm bulletin was located which recommended that the technician replace the existing fuel sender strainer as a potential cause of the engine symptoms. *nlm
Consumer stated the vehicle stalled without warning for 2 years. The wires powering the fuel pump motor in the fuel tank module were replaced. The fuel tank was replaced with a new tank and so far no stalling had occurred. *ak *cb there were 5 attempts to remedy the problem. The consumer requested reimbursement and expected gm to discuss the problem and the fuel tank module design improvement. *scc
Vehicle stalls intermittently while driving. Believes problem is due to fuel filler recall 99v302000, but consumer's vehicle not included due to VIN.
I too, have many of the problems that other malibu owners have. My turn signals work intermittently, the brakes have been replaced 2x, in addition to rotors, etc. The battery blew up, but was replaced as was the AC turning off and on by itself. The one issue that is very concerning to me, is one familiar to you. My car cuts off at anytime while driving. It has done this to me on 2 separate occasions. Nashville has 3 interstates running through it and I was on them both times this happened. It was very scary and dangerous. It is out of warranty and the shops that I have taken it to cannot replicate the problem. The mechanics at then shops told me that malibu's are by far some of the most troublesome cars on the road today. Someone is going to be killed. You lose control and have no steering ability, what does it take to fix the problem. I can see from others that their problems are being ignored as well. When will gm acknowledge the problem. Don't they watch the news and see what happened with the firestone recall, or the tobacco companies that kept secrets? It is time for someone to be responsible for their product.
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
Nar 04/10/2003 it appears to the consumer that there is a design problem with the #5 fuel injector, it also insignificant that a fuel injector needs to be replaced every 28,000 miles. A fuel injector is not a maintenance problem. Please look into whether it is a design flaw and if chevrolet will correct problem.
Front/rear suspension-squawking noise -gm well aware of this issue hazard lights - have gone out twice. Fuel integrity - erratic fuel reading - shows 1/4 tank - when in reality there is no gas. I have ran out of gas approximately 7 times - several times late at night. No cruise control - gm would not repair. Brakes pads/rotors - have replaced 3 times. My local dealer rotolo chevrolet and gm customer service would do nothing. It was expensive. Premature tire wear - two sets of tires. Cars runs hot - would never go on a trip - because it would get too near overheating. I was afraid of getting stranded in the middle of the desert. Engine ticking noise - local dealer said this was normal. Now, I find none of these things were normal and many, many more car owners have experienced the same type of problems. Also, I had a battery that exploded while car was under warranty. It was my problem. Dealership would not replace battery. I finally had enough and turned this automobile back to gmac. Is it going to take people getting killed to make gm responsible for these issues with the 2000 malibu. All of these problems were reported to the dealer, but since nothing could be duplicated, even though gm was aware of these issues, they would do nothing. After the car was out of warranty, the dealership was more than willing to correct these issues. The problem I have is the deception.....gm is aware of these issues and have been for some time. Someone needs to hold then accountable.
#5 fuel injector has had to be replaced at 27,963 miles and at 58,736 miles. Repair shop stated that #5 fuel injector is located close to the egr valve which puts off a lot of heat and may be contributing to the premature failure.
My car kept dying while driving down the road. My mechanic told me to consider 1/4 tank empty, because when the car got down to empty, all the gas was in the lines and it ruined the fuel pump. It has not happened since I got a new fuel pump. 8jb
I have had problems with this car every since I got it. It started with the brakes I had to have new brakes and a month later I had to have new rowters because that had a defect. And still having problems with the new rowters. The engine light would come on and they final replace the fuel tank. But when I took it in before the warranty went out they said they could not find nothing wrong with it now the warranty went out my gas gage would go to empty when we are sitting still and would go back up when we take off. It shut down on me going down the freeway. Dt
Front disc brake rotors are warping again after being replaced at 12000 miles. When brakes are applied steering wheel vibrates excessively. Dealership is denying any responsibility of repair. *ak the fuel pump failed and was fixed at the consumer?s expense. The tires became worn out and were replaced. The front rotors were turned.
Consumer states that tires experience abnormal tire wear and are noisy, firestone affinity. Dealer replaced left front bearing and hub assembly. They also tightened front control arm. The tires have been rotated, however noise continues and tires continue to wear, possible suspension problem. *slc
While driving and without warning vehicle stalls. Took vehicle to dealer,and dealer replaced intake gasket and fuel pump, but problem still exists.
Bought my car new off show room floor and have had numerous problems since had it in for starting problems battery problems fuel problems window problems door lock problems engine noise engine oil leaks vibration problems brake problems dying problems popping noises in front end struts bottoming out rough ride and steering problems and so on too many to list all have had front end realigned stuts checked and repalced brakes checked and replaced wheel studs replaced fuel pump and float replaced pistons replaced battery replaced remote start system replaced alarm system replaced window regulator replaced front crank seal replaced alt checked and tested started checked still having fuel problems brake problems vibration ect had in this last week fo 6 days and when returned still having engine noise steering problems radio problems fuel problems and found impact mark on l/front of bumper one of dealers tech's hit something and now wanders to left left head light out of line and pushed back under fender hood out of line fenders bumpers driving lights and numerous other problems and damage possible that I am unable to detect at this time have contacted chevy and complained have talked with dealer and still no responsibility taken and statements of we might have bruised it it has been wrecked now I amd paying good money for junk and want refund of all costs to me and the car taken back engines should not need to be overhauled at 14000 miles the car is 2 yaers old and acts like its 20 need responese and info to help resolve problems trying to have returned under lemon law uniform conformity act and magnuson-moss act car has become instrument that is substantially impaired and whose opperation is frought with apprehension sincerly unhappy and hurt consumer is the highway safty devision interested and going to do anything for all of us who are having problems or are we out of luck ????????? Response requested
3 months after I bought malibu in july, 2000 I was driving at 65 MPH when my care lost all power. Dealer told me that there was something wrong with the fuel indicator wiring and was falsely reading the amount of gas I had which resulted in my running out of gas at 65mph. Problem has not repeated itself. At 21,000 miles my signal indicator lights failed and my hazard switch had to be replaced. At 23,000 miles my evaporator vent valve had to be replace (engine light remained on constantly). At 20,000 miles my car was vibrating whenever my brakes were applied. Dealor said front brakes worn out and rotors out of round and they replaced the front brakes and refaced the rotors. At 33,000 miles, care again vitrated whenver brakes applied and dealer told me again that it was not under warranty and was happening because of "hot spots" and that my rotors needed to be cut even though they had just been fixed at 20,000 miles. Was never told that manufacturer was having a problem with malibu brakes and was told it would cost approxiamtely $700.00 to fix rotors and it was my responsibility. My sevice for the brakes was done at future chevrolet in old bridge, nj.
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