2004 Chevrolet Malibu engine problems

Filed Jan 11, 2021 · Electrical, Engine · 143,000 miles · MI

After starting engine, engine will turn off and radio display screen will read 'engine power reduced.' engine will not start for several minutes, but the lights, radio, dash lights and everything will still work. This has happened in my driveway. The first time this ever happened I was on a busy main road at a stop light in the left turn lane. The car shuddered and the engine lost power. Again, the display screen displayed the same message. The car was rolling backwards and would not accelerate. After several attempts the engine did start again. Thankfully it was 6:00 am and I was on my way to work so there was very light traffic.

Filed Dec 16, 2020 · Engine, Steering · 225,000 miles · TN

Tl* the contact owns a 2004 chevrolet malibu. The contact stated while driving at low speeds, the steering wheel was loose. The check engine and power steering warning lights were illuminated. The contact received notification of the federal safety agency campaign number: 14v153000 (steering). The vehicle was taken to serra chevrolet 7850 us-64, memphis, tn 38133, (901) 328-9262) where the contact was informed that the vehicle was in bad condition. The dealer declined to complete the recall repair. The vehicle was not diagnosed nor repaired. The manufacturer was not contacted. The failure mileage was 225,000.

Filed Jan 15, 2019 · Engine, Transmission · 295,000 miles · CA

Tl* the contact owns a 2004 chevrolet malibu. The contact stated that the gear shifter failed to move into gear when attempting to drive or reverse. Also, the check engine warning indicator illuminated. The contact called tracy chevrolet at (209) 835-4500 (located at 3400 auto plaza way, tracy, ca 95304) and was informed to schedule an appointment. The vehicle was not taken to the dealer due to the diagnostic and repair fees. The manufacturer was notified of the failure and informed the contact to take the vehicle to a dealer. No further assistance was offered. The approximate failure mileage was 295,000.

Filed May 10, 2017 · Electrical, Engine · 166,000 miles · TN

Tl* the contact owns a 2004 chevrolet malibu. While driving 60 MPH, the check engine and power steering warning indicators illuminated. The steering wheel required excessive force in order to make a turn. When the contact turned off and restarted the vehicle, it resumed normal operation. The failure recurred several other times. The contact also stated that the brake lights failed to work. The vehicle was taken to the dealer where the contact was informed that the recalls were expired. The vehicle was taken to another dealer where they estimated that the diagnostic check would cost $114. The vehicle was not diagnosed or repaired. The manufacturer was not made aware of the failures. The failure mileage was 166,000.

Filed Dec 11, 2015 · Engine · 120,000 miles · FL

Tl* the contact owns a 2004 chevrolet malibu. After the vehicle was repaired according to the federal safety agency campaign number: 14v224000 (power train), the engine stalled and the check engine light illuminated. The failure occurred during the thirty two mile drive from the dealer. The vehicle was not diagnosed or repaired. Prior to having the recall repair performed, the contact had not experienced a failure. The VIN was unknown. The failure mileage was approximately 120,000.

Filed Nov 20, 2015 · Engine · 125,000 miles · DE

Tl* the contact owns a 2004 chevrolet malibu. The contact stated that when the ignition was turned to the on position, all the warning indicators illuminated and the engine failed. The vehicle was towed to an independent mechanic where it was diagnosed that the control module and the battery needed to be replaced. The vehicle was repaired, but the failure persisted. The manufacturer was not made aware of the failure. The VIN was invalid. The approximate failure mileage was 125,000.

Filed Dec 30, 2014 · Engine, Steering · 162,000 miles · WV

Tl* the contact owns a 2004 chevrolet malibu. The contact stated that while driving at 25 MPH, the steering wheel became difficult to turn and there was a sudden increase in engine rpms. In addition, the contact stated that the vehicle jerked before shifting into gear and the engine warning light illuminated. The failure recurred on numerous occasions. The vehicle was not diagnosed or repaired. The manufacturer was not made aware of the failure. The VIN was included in the federal safety agency campaign numbers: 14v153000 (steering) and 14v224000 (power train). The failure mileage was 162,000.

Filed Oct 17, 2014 · Engine, Steering · 298,000 miles · GA

Tl* the contact owns a 2004 chevrolet malibu. The contact stated that the power steering and service engine sensors illuminated on several occasions. The vehicle was taken to the authorized dealer. The technician serviced the vehicle according to the federal safety agency campaign number: 14v153000 (steering) and the federal safety agency campaign number: 14v252000 (electrical system, electronic stability control, exterior lighting, service brakes, hydraulic and vehicle speed control). The contact indicated that the vehicle stalled several times after the recall repair and the power steering failure persisted. The vehicle was taken back to the authorized dealer for further inspection, diagnosis and repair. The manufacturer was notified of the failures. The approximate failure mileage was 298,000.

Filed Oct 15, 2014 · Engine · 13,916 miles · GA

Tl* the contact owns a 2004 chevrolet malibu. The contact stated while driving approximately 15 MPH, the vehicle stalled without warning. The vehicle was taken to a dealer where the failure was diagnosed. However, the contact was unaware of the diagnosis. The vehicle was not repaired. The manufacturer was not notified of the failure. The failure mileage was 13,916.

Filed Jul 8, 2014 · Engine · 23,000 miles · NC

Theft system kept car from cranking.