2007 Chevrolet Malibu lights problems

Filed Sep 8, 2023 · Electrical, Lights · 130,000 miles · TX

The contact owns a 2007 Chevrolet Malibu. The contact stated that the four doors would inadvertently lock and unlock, causing the battery to drain quickly. The contact used pliers to unlock and open the doors. Additionally, the headlights were dimmed, and the turn signals intermittently failed to operate as needed. The check engine warning light was illuminated. The vehicle was taken to an independent mechanic, who diagnosed that the Body Control Module (BCM) needed to be replaced. The vehicle was not repaired. The manufacturer was made aware of the failure but informed the contact that there was no recall associated with the VIN. The contact related the failure to the federal safety agency Campaign Number: 14V252000 (Electrical System, Exterior Lighting, Vehicle Speed Control, Electronic Stability Control) however, the VIN was not included in the recall. The failure mileage was approximately 130,000.

Filed Jan 13, 2023 · Lights · TX

The Vehicles brake lights are not working Properly. They are on when driving and no brake pedal pressure is applied. When you Apply Brake Pedal Pressure the Brake lights go out. This is a safety hazard cars approaching from the rear do not see a stopped car. Chevrolet had a Special policy and Technical bulletin regarding this issue. It stated that the electrical pins going to the body control computer did not have sufficient Contact. The Bulletin went on to say that to attempt to resolve the issue apply Dielectric Grease to the contacts in an effort to allow the contacts to make sufficient contact to pass the current. They also advised to secure the wiring Harness to the body control computer and structure of the car. This is a major Safety issue Effecting cars from 2006-2014.

Filed Mar 6, 2020 · Lights · 112,000 miles · IL

Passenger low beam lights continue to turn off/burn out. This is the 4th time I have had to replace the passenger low beam light bulb. It sometimes come on when I drive on a bumpy road.

Filed Jan 16, 2018 · Electrical, Lights · 140,000 miles · CA

Tl* the contact's father owns a 2007 chevrolet malibu. While the contact's father was driving, he was pulled over by the police because the center third brake light failed to work. There were no warning indicators illuminated. The vehicle was taken to hedrick's chevrolet (961 w shaw ave, clovis, ca 93612, (559) 512-6549) where it was diagnosed that the brake lamp malfunctioned and the wiring needed to be replaced. The vehicle was not repaired. The manufacturer was not notified. The contact was advised to call the federal safety agency. The approximate failure mileage was 140,000.

Filed Apr 21, 2017 · Lights · 170,000 miles · NC

Tl* the contact owns a 2007 chevrolet malibu. While operating the vehicle, the exterior brake light remained illuminated although the brake pedal was not being depressed. The cause of the failure was not diagnosed. The vehicle was not repaired. The manufacturer was not notified of the failure. The failure mileage was 170,000.

Filed Aug 15, 2016 · Acceleration, Electrical · 80,000 miles · WV

The cruise control don't work the brake light's stay on and go off when you push the brake pedal.

Filed Apr 14, 2016 · Acceleration, Lights · 158,000 miles · FL

Tl* the contact owns a 2007 chevrolet malibu. While the cruise control was set to 60 MPH, the vehicle began to accelerate without the accelerator pedal being depressed. The contact also stated that the brake lights became inoperable intermittently. The vehicle was not diagnosed nor repaired. The manufacturer was not notified of the failure. The failure mileage was approximately 158,000. Updated 06/14/16*lj the consumer stated the brake light stayed on continuously, and the battery light illuminated but the battery was found to be good. Updated 06/22/16.

Filed Nov 13, 2015 · Lights, Steering · 157,000 miles · CA

Malibu 2007 steering wheel locks! When the car is running!!! Also the stoping warning rear tail light are on all the time??? Need help !!

Filed Aug 15, 2015 · Lights · 70,000 miles · FL

I took my car in to get repaired for all of the vehicle recalls. They had my car for about 6-7 months and then when I got it back I have had nothing but problems. My lights go out every couple of weeks and or work only when they want too, then my radio would only work when it wanted too and now my windows only work when they want too and it's driving funny. Yesterday I went to replace another dtr light and while doing so we noticed all the wires are melted. One of the recalls was for the transmission. Shift cable which in turn states that if it was to become loose or detach or etc would melt my wiring harness and dtr lights and etc. I have 4 kids and this is my only vehicle and instead of fixing the recalls they made it worse and now me and my children s lives have been put in danger. What is going to happen when my car starts on fire and I can't get my kids out or my self? I need this fixed asap for free before I get a lawyer and it seems no one at any gm location wants to address these issues or return a phone call.

Filed Jul 13, 2015 · Brakes, Driver assistance · 170,000 miles · AR

Tl* the contact owns a 2007 chevrolet malibu. The contact stated that when the vehicle was started, the brake warning light illuminated. In addition, the brake pedal was difficult to depress and required excessive force in order to stop the vehicle. The vehicle was not diagnosed or repaired. The vehicle was not included in the federal safety agency campaign number: 14v252000 (electrical system, electronic stability control, exterior lighting, service brakes, hydraulic, vehicle speed control). The manufacturer was notified of the failure. The failure mileage was 170,000.