2001 Chevrolet Malibu: check engine light

Filed Apr 4, 2014 · Electrical · 73,536 miles · PA

Tl* the contact owns a 2001 chevrolet malibu. The contact stated that while driving approximately 40 MPH, the engine light illuminated and the vehicle stalled. The vehicle was taken to the dealer who stated that the ignition switch needed to be replaced. The vehicle was repaired. The manufacturer was made aware of the failure. The failure mileage was 73,536 and the current mileage was 100,000. Updated 07/01/14 ma

Filed Mar 5, 2009 · Engine · ME

We had purchased a 2001 chevy malibu ls in 2004, it had 28,922 mileage. On july 1st 2004, had 28,959 miles, the engine light kept coming on so we brought it to forest city to get it checked out, they found the reservoir low and topped it off, they said no visible coolant leaks! On july 12th 2007 we had brought it back to quirk ( which was forest city) they said that the lower intake manifold caskets were leaking coolant, they wanted $879.00 to fix it (mileage 46,495). We got it fixed by a certified mechanic for $370.00 on july27,2007. Now we had a 20 point inspection done onjanuary 29th 2007 and quirk said that we need intake manifold caskets again!, with only 9,953, after the first time they went, ( milage 56,248). I have talked to quirk and they said they would take 10% off the $695.00 price to fix it, so I talked to gm and they said it wasn't there problem but would take 25% off. If it wasn't there problem then why would they do that? When I asked them why I wasn't contacted about the dex cool problem, they had no answer. I have checked a lot of web sites and this is happening over and over again to people. Why can't something be done about this. I don't feel that I should have to pay for something that gm is responsible for. I hope that you can help all of us, that are having this and other problems. Thank you for listening.

Filed Jan 23, 2007 · Electrical · 29,990 miles · IA

Tl* - the contact stated that the anti theft system engagesdfor no apparent reason. The contact stated she has taken the vehicle to deale r 4 times for this failure. The dealer has reprogrammed the crankshaft, reset sensors and reprogrammed the pass lock systethe check engine light came on intermittently and also the anti-theft light will flash as an indication that the anti-lock systemwas not going to engage. The contact stated this has happened quite frequently in the last two weeks. The contact stated someone has told her how to bypass the failure, but she felt this was a safety problem.

Filed Oct 27, 2006 · Engine · 96,000 miles · WI

Dt*: the contact stated when the vehicle was started, the check engine light illuminated. When an oil change was performed by an independent service dealer, a coolant leak was found on the engine next to the intake gasket. A second opinion was sought at another independent service dealers and when the leak was confirmed, the vehicle was taken to a service dealer and the manufacturer was notified. The contact continued to add coolant to the vehicle. The interior of the windows were coated by the coolant vapor, entering the vehicle through the ventilation system.

Filed Nov 29, 2005 · Engine · 66,000 miles · FL

Dt: the contact had the egr valve, thermostat, water pump, intake gasket, and head gasket replaced. Additionally, she had the block inspected for cracks. It has been 18 months since the replacement of the aforementioned defects, and the check engine light came on again ,and there was a decrease in the amount of gas mileage. The dealer reprogrammed the computer, and informed the contact that the vehicle was running properly. The manufacturer has only offered a discount on a new vehicle.

Filed Nov 10, 2005 · Engine · 81,000 miles · GA

Failure- slight leak in coolant from intake seal, continuous running of fans, and check engine light stays on. Correction- new thermostat, new sensor for the fans, and new seal for intake seal, $900 worth of service.

Filed May 19, 2005 · Engine · IL

I have recently had to take my car to the mechanic to get fixed. It was leaking the engine coolant and the manifold gasket had to be replaced which cost over $800 to fix. Now , the check engine light is on and that will be another expense that I will have to make on a 4 year old 26,000 mile car.

Filed Apr 20, 2004 · Fuel system · MD

After turn signal recall was performed, consumer continued to experience problems with them working intermittently. *ph after the dealer performed recall 03043 the problem recurred. The vehicle was taken back to the dealer who indicated that since they replaced the recall component that the problem had to be with another part. The consumer was told that they would have to pay for any additional repair. The evaporator vent solenoid and gas cap were not holding pressure, as a result the check engine light illuminated.

Filed Apr 16, 2004 · Electrical, Fuel system · 60,000 miles · SC

The fuel guage reports incorrect fuel level. You can go the the gas station and fill the car up and the gas hand will show it as being empty and before you put fuel in the tank the guage was at a 1/4 tank. You may have to turn the car off and on several times before it will show that it is full. Also, while driving all of a sudden the car will cut off in heavy traffic. One time the car showed 3/4 tank of fuel while it was empty. Luckly, I was on a downgrade and was able to get it into the emergency lane on the interstate. The dealer has told me that there is not a problem with the fuel system. Furthermore, the check engine light has come on because the oxygen sensor has been damaged by the car running out of gas.

Filed Mar 8, 2004 · Engine, Lights · TX

The car turnd off and doors locked. Knocking noises at engine and egr scensor cause check engine light to turn on/ very poor quality.

Filed Feb 13, 2004 · Engine · 50,000 miles · CO

Engine has experienced "valve-slap" since approx 5000 miles. The dealer advised that this is inherent in the design of this particular engine to make it economical. Chevrolet offered 100,000 mile extended warranty on the engine. The (check engine) light activated several months ago. Code indicated "small emissions leak". Made sure gas cap was on tight, then cleared code with reader - issue resolved. Approx a month ago, check engine light on again. Code was p1404 (temporary code). Tried to clear out code with reader, came back. Dealer advised that this was caused by faulty egr valve so replaced the egr valve with genuine chevey part, cleared code with reader - approx 20 miles later (check engine) light back on. I suspect that issue is related to the valve-slap problem and related wear on pistons.

Filed Nov 19, 2003 · Engine · 11,893 miles · ME

The car's check-service engine light has come on repeatedly since I purchased it on 14 november 2001. The dealer has fixed the problem over a dozen times but it continues to be a problem. It was repaired again on 17 november 2003 and failed again the very next day.