My backup camera is not working properly. I show a large cloudy spot in the view.
2013 Chevrolet Malibu: backup camera failure
5 of the 837 complaints about the 2013 Chevrolet Malibu describe backup camera failure.
- owner complaints
- 5
- of this car's complaints
- 1%
- recalls
- 2
Is there a fix? There are 2 recalls and 331 service bulletins for this area of the car. See below
Backup camera failure by model year
What owners say
Dash lights flickering in and out and I can’t see my speed but the car still runs n has blinkers. Eventually it will flicker and go all the way black. Also the radio still worked fine n reverse camera did too it don’t stall or anything tho I’m just scared to drive At night cause i goes totally black
While vehicle is in drive, the car radio will turn off, power steering is affected (very difficult to turn wheel), lights on dashboard all come on and if backing up the rear camera will not work. Repair shop cant figure out, tested electrical, battery and alternator. Scary lots of others posting very similar problem needs to be addressed!!
Console freezes can't control defroster or backup camera
My fan keeps staying on after my car has been turned off. I have taken it to the dealer three times now. This week my check engine light came on, my car signaled that it was overheating, and I needed to idle my engine. The temperature guage went back and forth from cold to hot. I was told at the last trip to the dealer they had fixed everything and I had a lifetime warranty. Now there is this problem where I cannot turn on the defrost or the car will think it is over heating, but there is no smoke and it can be in as little as 30 seconds after I start my car. The panel where the rear camera gets warm but no heat comes out of the vents. My concern is the vehicle will ignite while I am driving.
Service bulletins that may apply
- This service bulletin provides information on the proper Reflective High Temperature Heat and/or...
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- This service bulletin provides information for dealers/technicians on OnStar Module 2G Sunset Information.
- This service bulletin provides information to diagnose batteries that have set for a long period of time...
- This bulletin provides information on identifying Non-GM Engine Calibrations for Gasoline Engines using...
- Electrical system
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Related recalls
Electrical system: ignition
- What is wrong
- General Motors LLC (GM) is recalling certain model year 2016-2017 Buick Verano and 2016 Chevrolet Malibu as the electronic park lock lever may allow the ignition key to be removed without the transmission being in PARK. Also, certain 2013 Buick Encore, 2011 Buick Regal, 2013-2014 Buick Verano, 2011-2016 Chevrolet Cruze, 2010-2013 Chevrolet Equinox 2013-2015 Chevrolet Malibu, and 2011-2013 GMC Terrain vehicles may have been serviced with similar defective replacement electronic park lock levers. As such, these vehicles fail to comply with the requirements of Federal Motor Vehicle Safety Standard (FMVSS) number 114, "Theft Protection and Rollaway Prevention."
- Risk
- If the key is removed without the transmission in PARK, the vehicle may rollaway as occupants are exiting, increasing the risk of injury.
- Remedy
- GM will notify owners, and dealers will inspect and if necessary replace the key cylinder lock housing, free of charge. The recall began on October 14, 2016. Owners may contact Chevrolet customer service at 1‑800‑222‑1020, Buick 1‑800‑521‑7300, and GMC 1‑800‑462‑8782. GM's number for this recall is 50490 and 50491.
Recall number 16V502000 · Recall details
Electrical system: software
- What is wrong
- General motors (gm) is recalling certain model year 2013 chevrolet malibu vehicles manufactured from october 24, 2011, through march 31, 2012. After an event of hard braking, the sensing and diagnostic module (sdm) may reset itself.
- Risk
- If this occurs during an aggressive turning maneuver, and then afterwards a potential vehicle rollover event is sensed, the roof rail airbag may unintentionally deploy. Additionally, the air bags and/or seatbelt pretensioners may not deploy during a severe crash, increasing the risk of personal injury.
- Remedy
- Gm will notify owners, and dealers will reprogram the sdm. This service will be performed free of charge. The safety recall began on june 13, 2012.
Recall number 12V224000 · Recall details
Questions about the 2013 Chevrolet Malibu backup camera
Is backup camera failure a common problem on the 2013 Chevrolet Malibu?
5 of 837 owner complaints about the 2013 Chevrolet Malibu (1%) mention backup camera failure. The model year with the most reports is 2024.
Is there a recall or service bulletin for this on the 2013 Chevrolet Malibu?
There are 2 recalls and 331 service bulletins for the same area of the car. Check them below with your VIN.
Other symptoms on the 2013 Chevrolet Malibu
Stalling 105Check engine light 101Loss of power 82Power steering loss 43Steering lock-up 41Jerking 37Airbag light 28Engine failure 23Screen failure 23Won't start 23Overheating 21Warning lights 20Fire or smoke 16Headlights 16ABS 13No deployment 11Hesitation 9Adaptive cruise 8Battery drain 8Brake failure 8Fuel gauge 8Key fob 6Wipers 6Door locks 5Fuel pump 5Pulling 5Won't shift 5
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