2002 chevrolet malibu. Consumer writes in regards to vehicle just would not start. *smd the cam shaft sensor was replaced.
2002 Chevrolet Malibu engine complaints
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2002 chevrolet malibu. Consumer writes in regard to intake manifold gasket leaking.* ld the consumer stated gm used dex-cool engine coolant which caused problems with the engine. The repair shop flushed out the dex-cool and replaced the coolant, with a different type of coolant. Also, the intake manifold was replaced at a cost of $477.31.
Tl* the contact owns a 2002 chevrolet malibu. The contact stated while driving 40-80 MPH, the vehicle started to jerk violently. The failure was experienced multiple times. The vehicle was taken to a dealer. The technician diagnosed that the vehicle needed a tune up. The vehicle was repaired but the failure continued. The manufacturer was not made aware of the issue. The failure mileage was 153,000. Updated 11/12/14*lj the consumer stated the jerking became more frequent. Due to the jerking gas mileage is extremely poor. Updated 7/27/2015
As I was getting off an exit from the highway the car shut off and steering became hard. I let the car roll into the right lane where I could stop and turn the key to start the vehicle. The vehicle started immediately, steering was very hard. I took the car to a mechanic and the found that the power steering pump had to be replaced and the rack n pinion steering had to be replaced. One week later I drove the car to go to the beach with my dad and as I was driving the car seemed fine. When I stopped at a light the engine shut off again. Once again I drove to the mechanic the next day and when he put the computer to the car it showed that the #4 coil was malfunctioning. Thankful that I am careful and defensive driver. This situations are quite scary. I owned a kia sephia for since 2005 and never did I experience what I have been experiencing with this malibu.
Tl* the contact owns a 2002 chevrolet malibu. The contact stated that while driving at approximately 35 MPH, the vehicle stalled without warning. The contact stated that approximately ten minutes of wait was needed for the vehicle to be able to restart. The failure occurred on numerous occasions. The vehicle was not diagnosed or repaired. The manufacturer was not notified of the failure. The failure mileage was unavailable.
When driving the car it may stall,(and it has many times) which causes failure of power steering and brakes. The car also won't always start. You can turn the key but the dashboard lights don't come on,if they don't the car will not start. Also the battery won't keep a charge, unless you start the car and let it run at least every 2 days.
May 2013: car hard to start; multiple attempts before engine started may 2013: had new key made at local chevrolet dealer december 2013: continued problems starting car; replaced ignition switch july 1, 2014: gm announces expanded recall to include 2002 malibu; called local chevrolet dealer; they said we have to wait for the letter from gm; dealer did not know about expanded recall july 14, 2014: car engine turned off while driving july 15, 2014: called local chevrolet dealer again; still knew nothing about expanded recall; couldn't advise as to whether car is safe to drive.
Tl* the contact owns a 2002 chevrolet malibu. The contact stated that while driving approximately 35 MPH, there was a sudden loss of engine power as the electronic throttle control warning light illuminated. The contact mentioned that the failure was experienced several times. The vehicle was not diagnosed or repaired. The manufacturer was made aware of the failure. The failure mileage was 73,000 and current mileage was 85,801.
My handicapped mother has a 2002 chevrolet malibu that has been experiencing the same exact ignition related issues as those in the current massive gm recall. On more than two occasions the anti-theft light illuminates and the vehicle shuts off while she was driving. This has resulted in two significant repeat repairs, one in 2010 and one this week. In both cases the chevrolet dealership describes the issue as an ignition pass lock sensor that fails due to key positioning. I have researched this online and have found hundreds of similar complaints. Luckily this issue has not resulted in an injury but easily could have in the very congested metro dc area that she lives in. Why is the malibu not being included in the current investigation and recalls?
I was driving my vehicle at 35 MPH when I went over a small pot hole on father hurley blvd. My right knee smashed against my key ring on the front dash area. Thee car lost immediate power. I could not accelerate or steer my vehicle. I had to slowly coast over to the side of the road until I came to a complete stop. Vehicles around me had a difficult time avoiding me since this event happened as I was approaching a lane merging with mine as they exited a major freeway. When the vehicle had completely stopped I put on my hazard lights and put it in park. I noticed that the key was not fully engaged in the ignition so I pushed it all the way back into the ignition and turned the key over. The car immediately started up and I was able to drive home safely. This is the 3rd time an event like this (where my knee has bumped up against the key ring and the car lost power) has happened in my history of owning this vehicle.
Was driving down the road and the theft system light came on and engine shut down as I was driving down the road. Almost caused a wreck. Did online research and found many similar complaints and same incidents. No recall on ignition switch/theft system light. Gm knows of an issue and won't fix the problem.
When the car is started, everything seems to be fine, but then the theft system light comes on. When the car is in park and reverse things seem to be normal. At the point the car is placed into drive, the fuel light comes on and says that there is no fuel in the car. At this point, the car will either stall out, while driving or we are able to continue driving. If we are able to continue driving, the car repeatedly shuts off all electrical systems, all gauges are maxed out and speed says 60mph. This happens repeatedly the whole time the car is being driven, but the car is still functional and still able to be driven. If the car system comes back on, the fuel light comes on and says empty and even the trunk pops open while driving. This is very dangerous for many reasons. If this happens at night, there are no headlights or any other lights or they're flickering on and off the whole time.
1.car keeps overheating. Put antifreeze it and run for a while and it will overheat again. No antifreeze on ground but keeps losing the antifreeze. Took vehicle to mechanic and was told that the antifreeze is mixing with the oil that it has a cracked manifold gasket. Recommendation was replace engine. 2.took vehicle to the dealer and they said that the on board computer chip thing needs to be replaced and they informed me that is a known problem with the car but no recall is in place as of yet. The repair cost is over 1300.00.
I was driving down the road at 35mph when the car just started smoking.
As I was driving down the road, I signaled for a left turn. When I signaled the turn, there was a buzzing noise in the steering column and the engine turned off, resulting in a complete loss of power to steering and brakes. Luckily, I was going about 10 MPH and was able to stop the car, albeit in the middle of the street. I noticed the dashboard lights were on. The car restarted immediately and I drove it 1/2 block to a parking space. I subsequently took the car to fh dailey, the local chevy dealer. They told me there was a problem with the bcm (body control module) that had caused the engine to shut off while the car was being driven. They are replacing the bcm. They did not seem particularly concerned about the problem and my impression is it is not unusual for them to encounter it. I am concerned that, had I been driving in traffic, on the highway, or on a curving road, the engine failure could have resulted in significant injury or fatality to myself or others.
Tl* the contact owns a 2002 chevrolet malibu. While driving approximately 30 MPH, the engine stalled without any illumination of the warning indicators. The engine failed to restart and the vehicle was towed to an independent mechanic who was unable to duplicate the problem. The failure recurred however, the vehicle had not been repaired. The manufacturer was not notified of the malfunction. The approximate failure mileage was 77,000. The VIN was unavailable.
I been running errands. I stopped the car to go into the store, got back into the vehicle and the ignition would not turn over. I was stranded with my 5 year old, had to get a tow to repair shop. I was told the ignition switch was bad, cost me $347.00. On 12/29/11 same issue, car would not start this time luckily I was at home. I had to get a tow to the repair another $51.00 and was told the ignition switch must have had a default and I received a new ignition switch, at no charge. Two days ago, almost 2 weeks after last repair, it happened again this time in the parking lot 12 degrees outside car would not turn over called a tow to the repair shop and was told all this time it was the auto theft system was bad and caused the car to not start and also was the cause of the ignition switch to not start the car. I was charged 388.00, plus a tow fee, for the repair of a new ignition lock cylinder( the part used a the auto theft system). Basically , this auto theft system has caused me over 700 in a month time and left me in dangerous areas with no way of getting home. This needs to reimbursed by gm because if this auto theft system was placed on the car as a benefit and protection to the owner of the car to stop theft it is not helping the owner at all only putting the owner in more harm because it is causing the owner to not be able to start the car with the key. How much since does that make? This is something extra added to the car that is not needed; that is why we have car alarms. I don't need them to add an auto theft system to my car and it stops me from being able to get into the car and drive. What if there was an emergency I needed to deal with, I have children in the home. The last time the car wouldn't start it was only 12 degrees outside and freezing cold. Please tell me how to get a petition of a recall for reimbursement for repairs. This is unsafe!
Driving 2002 chevy malibu. Vehicle randomly shuts off everything. Engine, head lights, tails lights, dash lights, car just goes dark. This has happened several times in the last 30 days. So far car resets and restarts before rolling to a stop, but this happens at all speeds and conditions.
Having coolant leak, did not see any coolant leaking on the ground. Changed water pump, thermostat, and radiator; still did not fix the problem. Found out intake gasket was cracked and had it fixed. Coolant still leaking, having to add coolant every day to every other day. Was told reservoir cap did not fit well. Replaced reservoir and cap and had vehicle bled. Ran fine for 3 days, then coolant starting leaking out again. Cant seem to find the problem of what is wrong with this vehicle. For a 2002 this vehicle does not have bad mileage, only 84,000 miles. This vehicle was bought brand new. I have read so many problems with this vehicle on the internet. Someone should do something about this. Chevrolet needs to do something about this. Chevrolet sold lemons when they sold these cars, that's for sure!!!
Tl* the contact owns a 2002 chevrolet malibu. The contact stated the vehicle would not start. The ECM was repaired to correct the failure. The failure recurred within one year. The contact believed the failure was associated with the pass lock security system. The dealer advised the contact to bring the vehicle in for diagnosis. The vehicle was neither diagnosed nor repaired. The VIN was not available. The current and failure mileages were approximately 110,000.
Tl* the contact owns a 2002 chevrolet malibu. The contact stated the vehicle would turn over but would not start. The vehicle was towed to a local repair facility six times where three crankshaft sensors along with two other unknown sensors were replaced. In addition, the vehicle was taken to the dealer yet the dealer was unable to diagnose the failure. The manufacturer was not contacted. The current mileage was approximately 65,000 and the failure mileage was approximately 55,000.
Chevy malibu 2002 v6 - coolant leak problem.
2002 chevy malibu, 80,000 miles brakes always noisy even when new..brakes and calipers have to be replaced every 2-3 months with minimal use......hazard light and turn signal failure...works intermittently.....ignition lock-out....could not start car or remove key from the ignition....lower intake manifold gasket failure......left headlamp field of vision narrow and short.
Intake gasket went in car cost $740.00 to fix,the coolant was mixing with oil. I didn't have heat couldn't see out back window. The signals work when they want,the rear defroster don't work,my husband has fixed it 2x and put in shop,still don't work. My car gets service when its time. There's a sound in the dashboard sound like wires rubbing together and you get a little shock when you get out car. I hope I don't be driving and my car catch on fire with me in it. I think my car was in the bad batch section.
Tl*the contact owns a 2002 chevrolet malibu. Ever since the vehicle was purchased brand new, the electrical system has not worked properly. The contact took the vehicle to the dealer and they reset the computer. He also stated that the red light indicates that the anti-freeze is low. Anti-freeze would leak out the tank and damage the water pump and balancer. The contact wants the manufacturer to repair the vehicle because he was not warned about the faulty tank. The current mileage was 81,000 and failure mileage was 1,800.
2002 chevy malibu won't start occasionally passlode problem diag at local dealer ignition replaced and keys reprogrammed cost $398.60 .still have problem that we took car to dealer in first place for. Dealer can not fix problem what do we do this is unsafe for wife and young child to become stranded on a daily bases. I have done some research and have come to find out that this is an ongoing problem with the passlock systems from gm. We have also had to replace the intake manifold gasket and have sense learned about the ongoing problems with the dexcool coolant causing gasket failure .we need help.
Low coolant light kept coming on. Had this checked during an oil change and oil was found in the coolant. Intake manifold gasket was replaced for the 2nd time. The intake manifold gasket was previously replaced 2 1/2 years ago. Starting in the spring/summer of 2008 started having problems with the turn signals only working part of the time. This was checked at a dealership and I was told that since the signals seemed to work fine for them and the problem couldn't be reproduced they weren't able to determine what was wrong to be able to fix it. The problem continues.
My car has an anti-freeze leak and I have to fill it once a week. I went to chevy and had a test down on it. The test showed that my low intake gaskets are bad. Chevy quoted me $900.00 for fix.
Tl*the contact owns a 2002 chevrolet malibu. While leaving the highway at an unknown speed, the contact noticed that the turn signals failed. The failure has occurred several times. The vehicle was taken to the dealer, but they could not determine the cause of the intermittent failure. The dealer replaced the upper and lower head gasket seal, but the failure was not corrected. The rack and pinion failed and was replaced in 2006 and again in october of 2008. The failure mileage was 30,000 and current mileage was 52,300.
This gm/ chevy malibu was diagnosed to require a head gasket because the coolant leaked inside the engine. After a little research on the internet, there are several complaints of other owners with the same problem.
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