What are the most common Chevrolet Malibu problems?

According to Au7o's research across NHTSA recalls, manufacturer TSBs, and owner forum reports, the 2000 Chevrolet Malibu has 2 documented issues. The most frequently reported are: Hazard-Switch Solder Joints Can Disable Turn Signals (Recall 03V327), Ignition Switch Can Move Out of Run (Recall 14V400). Of these, 2 are rated critical and should be addressed promptly.

Is the Chevrolet Malibu reliable?

The 2000 Chevrolet Malibu has 2 known issues compiled from NHTSA recalls, manufacturer TSBs, and owner forum reports. 2 issues are rated critical: Hazard-Switch Solder Joints Can Disable Turn Signals (Recall 03V327) and Ignition Switch Can Move Out of Run (Recall 14V400). Prospective buyers should inspect for these issues and factor potential repair costs into their purchase decision. Regular maintenance following the manufacturer's schedule helps prevent many common problems.

What is the 2000-2001 Chevrolet Malibu Hazard-Switch Solder Joints Can Disable Turn Signals (Recall 03V327)?

Certain 2000-2001 Chevrolet Malibu hazard-switch solder joints can crack after rapid temperature changes. The turn signals and hazard lamps can become intermittent or inoperative. Severity: high.

What is the 1997-2003 Chevrolet Malibu Ignition Switch Can Move Out of Run (Recall 14V400)?

Certain 1997-2003 Chevrolet Malibu ignition switches can move out of Run because of key-ring weight or a jarring event, shutting off the engine and preventing air-bag deployment. Severity: high.

2000 Chevrolet Malibu Problems: 2 Issues Every Owner Should Know

2000 Chevrolet Malibu Problems: 2 Issues Every Owner Should Know | Au7o

NHTSA Recalls7 recalls

ELECTRICAL SYSTEM:IGNITION

This defect can affect the safe operation of the airbag system. Until this recall is performed, customers should remove all items from their key rings, leaving only the ignition key. The key fob (if applicable), should also be removed from the key ring. General Motors LLC (GM) notified the agency on July 3, 2014, that they are recalling 5,877,718 model year 2000-2005 Chevrolet Impala and Monte Carlo, 1997-2003 Chevrolet Malibu, 2004-2005 Malibu Classic, 1999-2004 Oldsmobile Alero, 1998-2002 Oldsmobile Intrigue, 1999-2005 Pontiac Grand Am and 2004-2008 Pontiac Grand Prix vehicles. In these models, the weight on the key ring and/or road conditions or some other jarring event may cause the ignition switch to move out of the run position, turning off the engine.

Campaign #14V40000003/07/2014

EXTERIOR LIGHTING

SABERSPORT IS RECALLING 16,270 COMBINATION CORNER AND BUMPER LAMP ASSEMBLIES OF VARIOUS PART NUMBERS SOLD FOR USE AS AFTERMARKET EQUIPMENT FOR VARIOUS PASSENGER VEHICLES. THESE HEADLAMPS FAIL TO CONFORM TO THE REQUIREMENTS OF FEDERAL MOTOR VEHICLE SAFETY STANDARD NO. 108, "LAMPS, REFLECTIVE DEVICES, AND ASSOCIATED EQUIPMENT." THESE LAMPS DO NOT CONTAIN THE REQUIRED AMBER SIDE REFLECTORS.

Campaign #09E01200007/04/2009

FUEL SYSTEM, OTHER:STORAGE:TANK ASSEMBLY:PRESSURE RELIEF DEVICES

CERTAIN DELPHI FUEL PRESSURE REGULATORS, P/NOS. FP10020-11B1, FP10026-11B1, AND FP10027-11B1, SOLD AFTER JANUARY 9, 2007, AS AFTERMARKET EQUIPMENT FOR VARIOUS PASSENGER VEHICLES LISTED ABOVE. THE UNIVERSAL PRESSURE REGULATORS (UPR) WERE PRODUCED WITHOUT AN O'RING AND RETAINER.

Campaign #07E02100012/03/2007

VEHICLE SPEED CONTROL:ACCELERATOR PEDAL

CERTAIN PASSENGER VEHICLES FAIL TO COMPLY WITH THE REQUIREMENTS OF FEDERAL MOTOR VEHICLE SAFETY STANDARD NO. 124, 'ACCELERATOR CONTROL SYSTEMS.' IN HOT AMBIENT CONDITIONS, THE ACCELERATOR PEDAL ARM MAY STICK AT THE ATTACHMENT TO THE BRACKET AND NOT RETURN TO THE ENGINE IDLE POSITION WHEN THE OPERATOR LIFTS HIS FOOT FROM THE ACCELERATOR PEDAL.

Campaign #04V52800001/11/2004

EXTERIOR LIGHTING:HAZARD FLASHING WARNING LIGHTS:SWITCH

CERTAIN PASSENGER VEHICLES HAVE HAZARD WARNING SWITCHES THAT MAY EXPERIENCE SOLDER JOINT CRACKING CAUSED BY RAPID TEMPERATURE TRANSITIONS AND THE SOLDERING PROCESS. IF SOLDER JOINT CRACKING OCCURS AND RESULTS IN AN OPEN CIRCUIT, THE TURN SIGNALS/HAZARD LAMPS BECOME INTERMITTENT OR INOPERATIVE.

Campaign #03V32700028/08/2003

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2000 Chevrolet Malibu Problems: 2 Issues Every Owner Should Know

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2000-2001 Chevrolet Malibu: Hazard-Switch Solder Joints Can Disable Turn Signals (Recall 03V327)#

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1997-2003 Chevrolet Malibu: Ignition Switch Can Move Out of Run (Recall 14V400)#