Dt: contact states while driving the vehicle overheated, causing it to stall. The temperature gauge went up very little before the temperature gauge read completely hot. Vehicle was taken to service dealer, who stated that intake manifold gasket failed, which caused the head gasket to fail, leading to the warping of the cylinder wall and head. The entire motor needed to be replaced. The manufacturer was looking into this matter.
2001 Chevrolet Malibu engine complaints
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2001 chevrolet malibu has developed problems with the braking and the cooling systems.***no answer required***. *mr one month after the vehicle was purchased the rotor assembly was replaced. The vehicle would turn over but it wouldn't start. The dealer replaced the fuel pump. When accelerating the vehicle's coolant light illuminated on the dash. The dealer determined that there was a leak at the by pass pipe at the lower intake manifold. The alternator was replaced under warranty. The hazard and turn signal switch were replaced. The right outer tie rod were worn loose. The dealer replaced the right outer tie rod ends and set the front end. The right front wheel bearing was replaced. The ABS malfunctioned.
I had to have the fuel injector cleaned about ayr after I got the car? Now I am told I have to have it done again! Also the engine is leaking andthe coolant system. I hear it might not happen again as gm made new parts for the engine so it shouldn't happen again. My mechanic feels the engine should have been recalled. He also told me that I should have brought the car to him when they diagnosed the car as needing the fuel injector cleaned the first time---it shouldn't have needed it and probably didn't. I feel I may be taken advantage of again by this dealership. I hope this car is recalled for the wrong or bad engine itting parts. I was one who replaced the hazards before it was ever recalled-I could have been killed the way they were acting half hazardly! I did and then this same dealership told me that I hadn't that the wrong part-the old part was put in the car and replaced it. This is deland chevrolt/cadillac in deland fl. They said they replaced it with the right part but I doubt they did.
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.
2001 chevrolet malibu experiencing problems with brakes, turn signals, cooling system and theft deterrent light. *mr the consumer experienced the following: a continuous brake problem with the rotors, the theft deterrent light illuminated, so the dealer replaced the ignition cylinder the signal lights worked intermittently and the dealer replaced the hazard switch. The right side hub assembly was replaced. There was water in the oil, therefore the intake gaskets were replaced due to leaking. *sc
Had a leaking intake manifold gasket. Was told it would cost about $1000 to fix. I called the phone # for chevy in my owners book. Filed a complaint, and went to the dealer, gave them my case # chevy gave me. They called chevy, came back and told me it would cost me $350. They changed the intake manifold gasket, flushed the radiator, and changed my oil. Chevy has a reimbursment assistance program for problems that aren't bad enough for recalls. They also reimbursed me $862.00 for my problem with the anti-theft , fully reimbursed. If you live in illinois, the best place to have your car serviced is george weber chevrolet in columbia, illinois. The people are great , the service is great. I live 50 miles away but after dealing with other chevy dealers in missouri giving crappy service, its worth the trip!
At 36,370 miles had to replace the intake manifold and gasket on 2001 chevrolet malibu. *bf the front rotors were replaced at 28,000 and the blower only worked on high speed.
Vehicle shut down in the middle of traffic. Consumer took the vehicle to dealer for service, and was told that oil was low, and that made it shut off. A few weeks later, vehicle continued to cut off in traffic, and the consumer stated this was unsafe.
While driving coolant light came on. Consumer drove the vehicle to an independent mechanic who deermined that the head gasket was leaking coolant. The manufacturer offered no help.*ak
In november of 2004, car stalled while driving and would not restart. Got it towed to repair shop. Was told that fuel pump had gone out. Paid $350 for repairs. Replaced pump and car stalled again after driving about 150 miles on highway. Luckily (wife and our 2 kids were with me and it was 15 degrees f outside) it restarted and was able to make it home another 100 miles away. Took it to dealer (ogden chevrolet-630‑986‑8000) to get it checked. Was told that it had a bad intake gasket and needed new water pump and drive belt-total cost approx $1100.00. Got the water pump and belt replaced but not intake gasket. Paid $500 for repairs. Did research on the internet and found that this was a recurring problem. Gm had more than 900 complaints about bad intake gaskets causing expensive repairs on their vehicles 2 weeks later, car would not start. Towed it to repair shop. Was told that 2 ignition coils were burnt and needed replaced. Got this done with new plugs, wires and tune up and antifreeze. Paid $520 for repairs. Feb 2, car would not start again. Got it towed to repair shop. Car started ok and could not replicate problem. Was told that the head gasket was blown and would need replaced. Costs $700-$1000.
Vehicle experienced sudden stalling while traveling at various speeds on the road. Taken to the dealer 3 times for testing, but the cause was undetermined.
I have had problems with my engine coolant having to be replaced constantly. I took it to crest chevrolet (san bernardino), they charged us to check the coolant problem, but did not find any. The problem persisted. On jan 2, 2005 while traveling on the freeway, the engine overheated and caused a piston to misfire. I now am stuck having to replace an engine on a 4 year old car with less than 85,000 miles on it. According to mco tires, a head gasket was leaking coolant and caused the engine to overheat. The estimated cost of repair is $2300.
Vehicle stalled while driving. Consumer tried was unable to restart vehicle, and had it towed to the dealer. Mechanic could not be duplicate the problem. Consumer informed mechanic this problem occurred more than once, and had not been resolved.
Vehicle would not start. Consumer had the intake gasket and intake sensor replaced. Vehilcle was in the repair shop once again. Consumer triedto contact the manufacturer.
Gasket leaks antifreeze. Most of my firends and co-workers who own malibus have the same problem. The dealer estimated the repair at $1266.00 (michael chevrolet, summerville, sc - 843‑875‑8034). To me, it appears that most of the cars (2 years or older) have the problem. The part should last much longer.
I notice that my coolant had to be refilled because the "low coolant" light was staying on in the dash. The repair shop told me they had to replace the intake manafold and I now have coolant in my engine and in my oil. This is a potential dangerous problem with the malibu. The engine could blow creating other problems. The same problem has been noted with many other malibu owners.
Car has only around 21,000 miles and had to have intake manifold gasket replaced.
The consumer stated exhaust fumes seeped into the passenger compartment. Please provide additional information.
2001 chevy malibu complained of head gasket and fuel pump problems. *bf the consumer had the upper intake and head gasket replaced. A month later the vehicle's fuel pump failed which caused the starter to burn up.
During inspection dealership informed the consumer that water was leaking from the head gasket. The problem was repaired.
Filled gas tank, drove 100 yards, gauge drops to read empty. Happens occasionally in the same manner. Erratic. Requires utilization of the trip meter to track fuel usage. On one occasion gauge read tank was about 1/8 full, car stopped running and was out of fuel. Second issue: "theft security" light has begun to come on erratically. Driving along, light will suddenly come on. After departure of car, and return, driver must then follow 10 min. Procedure to alleviate the problem. Third issue: without installation of high quality tires on this vehicle, the noise level and wear pattern is absurd. The cupping and wearing has occured on 2 different sets of good quality tires. Upon installation of michelin high quality tires, the problem stopped.
I own a 2001 chevrolet malibu with less than 41000 miles. Recently the intake manifold gasket failed, allowing coolant and engine oil to enter mix.*ak after doing some research, I have found that this has been an on going problem with this type of car. Chevy expects it customers to fix this problem out of their own pocket and denies any responsiblities. Again, if you investigate this matter you will find that this particular type of gm car is very prone to this failure. I believe that this is a safety issue due to the fact that once manifold gasket fails the engine may stop without warning, and then fail to start.
In march 2004 I was told by chevy dealer my intake manifold gasket has a severe leak and needed to be replaced at a cost of 800.00. I called gm as the car only has 50,170 miles on it-they informed me there is nothing they can do about it as the warranty is expired! If there is nothing wrong with the way the original gasket was made,then why has gm since re-designed the old gasket which is what has to be used to fix ? There are numerous other complaints about the same thing on the malibu's,and I need help to get this repair done. I am a single parent and can not afford this repair,nor afford to continue to make payments on a vehicle I am too afraid to drive. Please help.
While driving 55-60 MPH consumer noticed that engine hesitated. Consumer had vehicle serviced, but the technician was not able to identify the cause of the problem. *ak
There was a rear collision that occured a week after purchasing the vehicle. The car was fixed with no frontal damge at all. The rear damage was minor. A week after receiving the vehicle the car would not start. The car was towed to the dealership and it was determined that the car needed a new ignition(600.00) that was not covered under the warranty.the dealership received the payment and the car was fixed.the dealership didnt have any sort of explanation to why the ignition was needed that soon after the purchase of the vehicle. Eight months later the car wouldnt start.the car was then towed to the dealership.a fuel pump was install but other items weren't covered under waranty.the car was received after the dealership received the payment. Four months later,( may 1,2004),the car decelerated in the middle of the highway.the driver was forced to steer to the side of the road, where the temperature gauge went to the maximum level and the car would not start. The next day the car was towed.
We are paying on a 2001 malibu. The fuel sensor went out showing gasoline when there wasn't. The car stalled in rush hour traffic. The sensor was replaced but I had to pay for the fuel filter plus a deductible on my extended warranty. Next the blinkers decided to only work occassionally same week the starter started dragging then the car started to run hot. Took it to the dealer, replaced blinker switch (no mention made of the recall) replaced the starter and replaced the gasket that was leaking. When I had added coolant to get myself home the coolant that was n the car was green, the coolant I put in the car green..was supposed to be orange when I told the dealer there was green coolant in the car he said oh someones booboo unfortunately you have to pay for it...almost 300.00. Yesterday, long memorial day weekend left work again rush hour, car begins to make a horrible noise I pull off notice the alternator belt is coming apart but the noise that I heard had nothing to do with the alternator belt sounds like metal on metal. $1400.00 worth of work done in april, 800.00 a few months before that and now this...the car is well maintained by my husband. Now I read what I have to look forward to, the car was bought chevy certified from a chevy dealer.
Driving at hwy speed check coolant light came on added coolant took to local garage. The lower intake manifold needs to be replaced at a cost of approx. $900. It only has 44,000 miles and I have had all the required servicing done to this car.the garage tech said that they have had to replace this on several other malibu's. This must be a defective part as it should not have to replaced this soon. What can be done?
Noticed smell of burning coolant and took vehicle in for service. Gm dealer replaced intake manifold gasket. Contacted chevrolet directly by phone, who did not acknowledge that problem was common, nor offer any type of compensation. Total service cost 1050.19 (parts and labor).
I am trying to sell a 2001 chevrolet malibu ls for my dad who is 86 years old and cannot because of a start up noise that doesn't go away till the engine warms up. I have lost 4 buyers so far. This automobile has only 5600 miles on it. I have found a service bulletin saying there can be a noise from cylinder 1 thru 4. This is interfering with the resale of the car as no one trust it. I had it analyzed by the dealer and they said it was a piston slap. And it would cost around 1600.00 dollars to fix it. Gm agreed to go half and half but then the dealer said if the piston slap had damaged the cylinder it would need a new engine. This to me is a defect that the manufacture should be responsible for because as I stated be fore the car has only 5600 miles on it. Please contact me at [xxx] if need be. Thank you. *ak information redacted pursuant to the freedom of information act (foia), 5 u.s.c. 552(b)(6).
While driving coolant light illuminated on the dashboard. Consumer added coolant, and noticed coolant stains on the left side of engine. Dealership performed a diagnostic test which indicated that the lower intake manifold gasket was bad.
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