2014 Chevrolet Malibu: hesitation when accelerating

Filed Aug 25, 2025 · Brakes, Electrical · 139,098 miles · MI

The contact owns a 2014 Chevrolet Malibu. The contact stated that the heater and A/C system were inoperable. The vehicle was taken to the dealer, where the contact was provided an estimate for the repairs and for other unrelated repairs. The vehicle was not repaired due to the cost. Additionally, the contact stated that after turning off the vehicle, the vehicle restarted independently without the key in the ignition switch. The contact also stated that while driving and depressing the brake pedal, the vehicle hesitated while responding, causing the braking distance to be extended. Several unknown warning lights were illuminated. The vehicle was not diagnosed or repaired. The manufacturer was notified of the failure. The failure mileage was 139,098.

Filed Aug 7, 2024 · Transmission · 93,000 miles · VA

The contact owns a 2014 Chevrolet Malibu. The contact stated that while accelerating between 0 to 20 MPH, the transmission hesitated while shifting into first gear. While driving at speeds above 20 MPH the hesitation was more prominent, causing the vehicle almost stall; however, the vehicle would remain running. The contact stated that the “Transmission Failure” warning light was illuminated. The contact became aware of the federal safety agency Campaign Number: 14V092000 (Power Train). The dealer had not been contacted. The vehicle had not been diagnosed or repaired. The manufacturer was made aware of the failure and confirmed that the VIN was not included in the federal safety agency Campaign Number: 14V092000 (Power Train). The manufacturer had referred the contact to the federal safety agency Hotline to report the failure. The failure mileage was 93,000.

Filed Apr 14, 2020 · Engine · 21,000 miles · FL

Tl* the contact owns a 2014 chevrolet malibu. The contact stated that while driving 20-25 MPH, the vehicle hesitated with the check engine warning light illuminated. The vehicle was taken to george nahas chevrolet (4135 fl-44, wildwood, fl 34785, (352) 504-4538) who informed them that the repair for the rocker arm valve was covered under warranty, however, the parts for the repair were unavailable. The manufacturer was made aware of the failure and informed the contact that the parts were no longer being manufactured. The contact was also informed that a third-party part was not covered under warranty. The manufacturer opened a case. The approximate failure mileage was 21,000.*dt

Filed Feb 27, 2020 · Engine · 46,000 miles · OH

Tl* the contact owns a 2014 chevrolet malibu. While driving 30-40 MPH, the vehicle hesitated and stalled and restarted independently. The check engine warning light was illuminated. The vehicle was taken to an independent mechanic where the contact was informed the rocker arm control oil valve needed to be replaced. The vehicle was then taken to white-allen chevrolet parts (442 n main st, dayton, oh 45405 (937) 222-3701) where it was also diagnosed that the rocker arm control oil valve needed to be replaced however, the parts were on back order. The vehicle was not repaired. The manufacturer was contacted and informed of the failure. The failure mileage was 46,000.

Filed Jan 20, 2020 · Engine · 75,000 miles · NE

2014 chevy malibu 2lt 75,000 miles. Omaha, ne. Check engine light came. Hesitation in acceleration. Diagnostic code p16cf - intake rocker arm solenoid valve 2 control circuit. Chevy dealer has 17 on backorder. After research this appears to be a known issue, with no recall. Shop ordered part 2 weeks ago. They are telling us they hope to have the part by first of february.

Filed Jan 7, 2020 · Engine · 100,000 miles · NY

Tl* the contact owns a 2014 chevrolet malibu. The contact stated that while driving at various speeds, the vehicle hesitated. The check engine warning light was illuminated. Reymore chevrolet (746 n main st, central square, ny 13036, (315)668-2673) was contacted and an appointment was scheduled to have the vehicle diagnosed. The contact was informed that the vvp rocker oil solenoid ceased and needed to be replaced. The vehicle was repaired. The manufacturer was contacted and informed of the failure however, no further assistance was provided. The failure mileage was 100,000. *bf

Filed Sep 11, 2019 · Transmission · 54,000 miles · FL

Tl* the contact owns a 2014 chevrolet malibu. While driving, the gear selector flashed, and the vehicle hesitated and stalled. The contact turned off and restarted the vehicle. The vehicle was driven to cox chevrolet (2900 cortex rd w, bradenton, fl 34207) where it was diagnosed that the transmission module failed and needed replacement. The vehicle was currently being repaired. The manufacturer was not notified of the failure. The approximate failure mileage was 54,000. *bf*jb

Filed Aug 23, 2019 · Engine, Transmission · 144,000 miles · GA

Tl* the contact owns a 2014 chevrolet malibu. While driving 70 MPH, the vehicle stalled without warning. The driver was able to coast the vehicle over to the side of the road and waited a minute before restarting the vehicle. The vehicle was restarted, but hesitated to drive. The vehicle was driven to the contact's residence and then taken to an independent mechanic the following day. The mechanic diagnosed that the transmission system and control valve needed to be replaced. The vehicle was not repaired and was not taken to a dealer. The manufacturer was not notified of the failure. The approximate failure mileage was 144,000.

Filed Aug 13, 2019 · Electrical, Fuel system · 173,500 miles · AR

This car is stalling and surging. You go to leave the stopped position it hesitate or stalls. Dies like it's starved of fuel. Rpm raises up with doing anything like a loss of power. Codes p0010 p0011 p0002

Filed Jun 18, 2019 · Driver assistance, Electrical · 70,000 miles · FL

My check engine light came on, I took it to the shop and replaced a solenoid, problem is still there. Now my car dies on me and when I push on the gas it hesitates. My car has under 75000 miles on it. I've already replaced both wheel bearings. My A/C doesn't want to come on at times. My radio will come on with no key in the ignition,

Filed Nov 15, 2017 · Electrical, Engine · 78,600 miles · CA

Tl* the contact owns a 2014 chevrolet malibu. While stopped at a traffic light, the vehicle went into auto stop mode and failed to start when the accelerator pedal was depressed. The vehicle was towed to the contact's residence. The contact performed a diagnostic test, which indicated that the generator battery control module failed. The contact replaced the battery. Some time after the battery replacement, the failure recurred. While stopped at a traffic light a second time, the vehicle went into auto stop mode as designed. The driver released the brake pedal; however, the vehicle jerked and began to hesitate. In addition, the engine warning indicator illuminated. The driver was able to drive the vehicle; however, it seemed as if it would stall at any moment. The contact ran another diagnostic test, which resulted in the same failure message. The contact had not taken the vehicle to the dealer for diagnostic testing or repair. The manufacturer was made aware of the failure and informed the contact that the recall was for the 2013 models and not the 2014 models. The manufacturer opened case number: 8/3551621673. The approximate failure mileage was 78,600.

Filed Jun 3, 2016 · Brakes, Transmission · 14,000 miles · IL

Tl* the contact owns a 2014 chevrolet malibu. While driving 45 MPH, the accelerator pedal was depressed, but the vehicle hesitated to accelerate. The check engine warning light illuminated. The vehicle was taken to a dealer and an independent mechanic where it was diagnosed that the transmission needed to be upgraded. The vehicle was not repaired. On another occasion, when the brake pedal was depressed, there was an abnormal sound emitting from the vehicle. The vehicle was taken to the dealer, but the failure was unable to be determined. The vehicle was not repaired. When shifting gears, there was an abnormal sound emitting from the shifter. The vehicle was taken to the dealer where the technician stated that the vehicle was operating as designed. The manufacturer was notified of the failure. The failure mileage was 14,000.