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The contact owns a 2001 Chevrolet Malibu. The contact stated that the vehicle's pass lock system failed and shut off the fuel pump. While the contact was driving 65 mph, the pass lock system would shut off the fuel pump system, which caused the engine to seize without warning. The contact spoke with james Chevrolet of johnstown (108 S comrie ave, johnstown, NY 12095, 518-762-5555) and was informed that they could replace the ignition switch and the pass lock system. The contact was provided a cost estimate for the repairs. The manufacturer was notified of the failure and stated that the vehicle was not included in a recall. The vehicle was not repaired. The failure mileage was 95,000.
The contact owns a 2001 Chevrolet Malibu. When the vehicle was stopped, the engine continued to rev. The vehicle was taken to an independent mechanic where it was diagnosed that the ignition switch needed to be replaced. The repairs were made, but the failure recurred on numerous occasions. The manufacturer was not notified. The VIN was unknown. The failure mileage was 95,000.
The contact owns a 2001 Chevrolet Malibu. The contact stated that the accelerator pedal was depressed in order to start the vehicle. The contact mentioned that if the accelerator pedal was not depressed, the vehicle would stall. The vehicle was taken to an independent mechanic where it was diagnosed that the ignition switch needed to be replaced. The vehicle was not repaired. The manufacturer was not made aware of the failure. The failure mileage was 125,000.
The contact owns a 2001 Chevrolet Malibu. The contact stated that the key failed to turn into any position in the ignition switch preventing the contact from turning the vehicle on. The vehicle was not repaired. The manufacturer was not notified of the issue. The approximate failure mileage was 112,000.
The contact owns a 2001 Chevrolet Malibu. The contact stated that the key was shaken several times in order to start or shut down the vehicle. The vehicle was taken to a dealer where there was no failure determined. The vehicle was not repaired. The contact received notification of NHTSA campaign number: 14V400000 (electrical system). The manufacturer was not notified of the failure. The failure mileage was 200,000.
- Detroit , MI, USA
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The contact owns a 2001 Chevrolet Malibu. The contact stated that while waiting at a traffic light, the vehicle stalled without warning. The vehicle was able to restart however, the failure recurred on three occasions. The vehicle was taken to the dealer where the technician replaced the ignition switch. The manufacturer was notified of the failure. The failure mileage was 73,315.
The contact owns a 2001 Chevrolet Malibu. The contact stated that while driving at various speeds, the vehicle stalled without warning. The vehicle was towed to an independent mechanic where it was diagnosed that the ignition switch needed to be replaced. The vehicle was repaired. The manufacturer was made aware of the failure. The failure mileage was 50,000 and the current mileage was 160,000 updated 09/05/14 updated 11/28/2014
The contact owns a 2001 Chevrolet Malibu. While driving approximately 20 mph the engine stalled without warning. He coasted to the side of the road and jump started the engine to resume normal operation. The vehicle was taken to an independent mechanic for inspection. The mechanic repaired the ignition bypass switch. The vehicle was taken to an authorized dealer on numerous occasions for the identical failure. The technician repaired the ignition lock cylinder. None of the repairs have remedied the failure. The failure mileage was 75,000. The current mileage was 78,000.
Own 2001 Malibu. Began shutting off while driving about 2 yrs ago. Had ignition switch replaced 2 mos ago. Also, horn beeps, locks go off and on and hazard light button clicks as if the car is possessed.
Purchased car in 2002 and ran fine until about 8 months ago. Replaced alternator and car ran fine for another 3 months. Since, has failed while driving on highway and city roads. Replaced ignition control module. Ran for another month. Same problem arose. Replaced spark plugs and engine sensor. Ran for another 2 months. Still having same problem. Will kill while driving and eventually won't start at all. Will turn over but won't fire.
2001 Malibu has had front brake disc and battery replaced, 16804 miles on vehicle.. mechanic has now informed consumer that ignition switch needs to be replaced.
Intermittently all dash lights stay on when starting the car. Also the radio/ clock does not come on for approx. 60 sec's. dealer wants to replace ignition switch and passlock sensor. This seems to be a common problem with this car. Manufacturer should be responsible for repairs.
I put key in ignition switch and it would not turn to any position, buy it does still lock all doors. Dealership would not replace the switch, free of charge.veh. Only has 62000 miles on it.I am not happy about this defect.
The driver placed the key inside of the ignition switch and the vehicle would not turn on. The driver had the vehicle towed to the dealer, and the mechanic determined that ignition cylinder switch needed to be replaced. The problem would occur with no warning. The theft light had illuminated due to the ignition sensor and had to be reprogrammed. The theft light would also flash and the vehicle would become hard to start at times. This problem also may have occurred due to an internal failure of the ignition lock cylinder.
I have had the brakes and rotors replaced twice since buying the car in April of 2001. I took the car to jim butler Chevrolet for the turn signal/flasher problem which was later recalled and I was reimbursed. I took it to don darr Chevy which fixed a faulty switch operating the air conditioner/switching to outside air. I had the car towed to dobbs when it would not start, they said it was the fuel pump and assembly module. Today, jim butler Chevrolet replaced the lock cylinder and ignition switch because of the theft system light and the car not starting.but was unable to find the cause of the daytime running lights not working. Oh! but they noticed a recall on the hazard lights and replaced it. They were the one who replaced it the first time. I also told them of the over crank/grinding noise after the car is started, happens occasionally. They could not duplicate, so no repair. I am not happy with this car or Chevy because of all the problems and the expense it has caused and cost me. I used to hold Chevrolet in high regard, but can no longer recommend anyone owning one.
Consumer stated that when putting key in the ignition to start vehicle it will not start. This was the second time this happened. Had the vehicle towed to the dealer the first time, and was told that they had to reprogram the computer. Currently, it was doing the same thing. The first time it happened was on 5/28/04, and again on 6/3/04.
While driving and without warning vehicle lost power. Vehicle was taken in to the dealer, and dealer determined that ignition switch needed to be replaced.
My upper and lower intake manifold gaskets need to be repaired. Under ca. Emssions law the intake manifold is covered but not the components or parts. The gaskets should not wear out this fast on a new car that has been keep in good repair. These parts should be recalled.
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- Buffalo, NY, USA