2003 Chevrolet Malibu: engine failure

Filed May 21, 2018 · Acceleration · 55,800 miles · SC

Tl* the contact owns a 2003 chevrolet malibu. While driving 30 MPH, the accelerator pedal seized and the vehicle had to be shifted into neutral and turned off. The contact stated that the vehicle exhibited the same symptoms as indicated in the federal safety agency campaign number: 04v528000 (vehicle speed control). The vehicle was not diagnosed or repaired by a dealer. The manufacturer was contacted and provided case number: 8-4174247716. The failure mileage was approximately 55,800.

Filed Sep 14, 2015 · Electrical, Engine · 148,092 miles · CA

On july 20, 2015 could not adjust the front driver seat. Also power windows in the back driver window would not roll down or up. July 23, 2015 when to get an oil change at sears which they didn't peform due to they needed drive time to approve. Checked the oil it was very low added 1 quart on august 10 I was on the freeway going speed limit car started reducing its speed heard a loud noise pulled over couldnot drive it so I had it towed home next day ain had to have it towed to the shop where drivetime told me to take it they had it from 8/11/2015-8/25/2015 on aug 26 they so called put a new engine it was only 1 day later the check engine light came on and it overheated took it back to the shop and they said it needed the cat converter replaced in which it was not covered at that time on the 28 it was approved by the time I was informed drive time had my car repo due to nonpayment I feel that I should not make a payment until my car was fixed the right way.

Filed Sep 26, 2014 · Electrical · 120,000 miles · CT

Tl* the contact owns a 2003 chevrolet malibu. The contact stated that the engine failed to shut off when the ignition was turned off. In addition, when the key was removed from the ignition, the lights and radio remained activated, which caused the battery to drain. The failure occurred on multiple occasions. The vehicle was taken to an independent mechanic who diagnosed that the ignition needed to be replaced. The vehicle was not repaired. The manufacturer was not notified of the failure. The approximate failure mileage was 120,000.

Filed Jun 13, 2014 · Electrical, Engine · 59,000 miles · MI

I have had several issues with my car over the years. The first was when the fuel pump failed and my car stalled in traffic in 2006 and repair was $600. The intake manifold gaskets failed about 10 months later that was repaired at the dealer for $1200. I have replaced the engine twice ($600 each time) because of the head gaskets and too much oil inside the engine. Now I have a strong odor of gasoline inside my car when I start it up that lasts for about 15-20 minutes each day. I've replaced the ignition switch twice now and the gear shift does not lock properly. Now anti theft security light comes on often and I have to wait approximately 11 minutes to reset it before I can leave my location. The hood latch recently broke and now the wire must be replaced from the inside to the exterior of the car.

Filed Nov 18, 2011 · Electrical · 36,000 miles · MA

Tl* the contact owns a 2003 chevrolet malibu. The contact attempted to start the ignition but the engine failed to operate with the illumination of the anti-theft security system warning indicator. The engine was restarted after ten to fifteen minutes. In addition, the same failure would occur while driving and result in the vehicle stalling. The vehicle was taken to an authorized dealer who advised that the ignition system and computer module would need to be replaced. The vehicle was not repaired. The manufacturer was made aware of the problem. The approximate failure mileage was 36,000. Updated 01/03/12*lj updated 01/04/12

Filed Aug 19, 2007 · Engine · 78,000 miles · AZ

I have a 2003 chevy malibu, the coolant started to slowly leak out, then proceeded to leak faster within a few weeks, we couldn't see where the coolant was going. I called my older brother every weekend, and his 2001 pontiac grand prix was in the shop getting a new engine installed, his grand prix, and my chevy malibu have the same engine, I asked what happened, and he said that his coolant started leaking, he couldn't see where it was going so he took it into the shop, and the mechanic told him that a common problem with these vehicles made by gm was that the lower intake manifold gasket is faulty. I have looked it up on line,and there is a class action law suit in canada against gm for this problem, as well many people say (including my mechanic) that the dex cool is very bad for you vehicle. Anyway, my brother got his car to the mechanic too late, and after shelling out 700 to fix the lower intake manifold gasket, he ended up having to pay 5900 to replace his 2001 grand prix engine. As it turns out my malibu had the same problem with the lower intake manifold gasket, we have yet to replace it, it is worthless, the mechanic who is chevy certified, said that the coolant has gotten into our oil, and the engine is worthless, we don't have the 5900 to shell out for a new engine. I have contacted gm twice, the first time I talked to a representative on the phone, and he said that he doesn't know why they are not recalling the gasket, it is a known problem, but they aren't going to recall it, the second time I talked to them they told me that they will not discuss the matter with me any further. I am a single mom with three kids, and a full time job, and full time school, I have a car that when I bought it the salesman talked me into, he told me "a malibu will last you a very long time," as it sits in my parking lot while I am left riding the bus, and making payments on a car that does not run, due to a problem that gm knows about.

Filed Jun 18, 2004 · Engine · 15,000 miles · PA

While driving 40 MPH engine failed. As result, consumer engaged the vehicle in neutral and coasted to the side of the road.