CarRecallWatchThe 2005 Chevrolet Malibu Classic has 1 safety recall on file with NHTSA.
Owners have filed 92 complaints with NHTSA, including 6 crashes, 1 fire, 5 injuries.
The most-reported problem area is Electrical System (43 reports).
2005 Chevrolet Malibu Classic recalls
Most common 2005 Chevrolet Malibu Classic problems
Problem areas named in the 92 complaints owners filed with NHTSA.
| Problem area | Reports |
|---|---|
| Electrical System | 43 |
| Steering | 20 |
| Engine | 8 |
| Exterior Lighting | 6 |
| Fuel/Propulsion System | 6 |
| Electronic Stability Control (Esc) | 5 |
| Air Bags | 5 |
| Engine And Engine Cooling | 4 |
| Service Brakes, Hydraulic | 4 |
| Fuel System, Gasoline | 4 |
What owners report
While driving on the interstate while using the cruise control, the vehicle started increasing speed and rpmâs. I could not turn off cruise by braking or using the off button on steering wheel. I had to put it in neutral which caused the engine to redline in rpmâs, so I could use brakes to safely stop on the side of the interstate highway. I turned off the engine and opened the hood to look inside. I turned ignition back on and immediately the engine revved to redline rpmâs again.
driving the car it just shuts off which results in no power no steering and no brakes possibly an ignition switch problem.
IGNITION SWITCH PROOBLEMS
TL* THE CONTACT OWNS A 2005 CHEVROLET MALIBU CLASSIC. WHILE ATTEMPTING TO START THE VEHICLE, THE ANTI-THEFT INDICATOR ILLUMINATED AND THE ENGINE WOULD NOT START. MIDWAY CHEVROLET(381 12TH ST, PLAINWELL, MI) WAS NOTIFIED OF THE FAILURE. THE VEHICLE WAS NOT DIAGNOSED OR REPAIRED. THE MANUFACTURER WAS NOT CONTACTED. THE VIN WAS NOT AVAILABLE. THE FAILURE MILEAGE WAS 190,000.
TL* THE CONTACT OWNS A 2005 CHEVROLET MALIBU CLASSIC. THE CONTACT STATED THAT THE ANTI-THEFT SYSTEM WARNING INDICATOR FLASHED AND THE VEHICLE COULD NOT BE STARTED. THE CONTACT TOOK THE VEHICLE TO AN INDEPENDENT MECHANIC WHO DIAGNOSED THAT THE FUEL PUMP WAS DEFECTIVE. THE FUEL PUMP WAS REPLACED, BUT THE FAILURE RECURRED. THE MANUFACTURER WAS NOT NOTIFIED OF THE FAILURE. THE VEHICLE WAS NOT REPAIRED. THE FAILURE MILEAGE WAS 36,000.
2005 Chevrolet Malibu Classic questions
Does the 2005 Chevrolet Malibu Classic have any recalls?
Yes. NHTSA lists 1 safety recall for the 2005 Chevrolet Malibu Classic: Electrical System:Ignition. Recall repairs are normally free at an authorized dealer.
What are the most common problems with the 2005 Chevrolet Malibu Classic?
Based on 92 owner complaints filed with NHTSA, the most-reported problem areas are Electrical System (43), Steering (20), Engine (8).
How do I check if a recall on my 2005 Chevrolet Malibu Classic has been fixed?
Enter your 17-character VIN in our VIN recall check. It shows open recalls that have not been repaired on your specific vehicle. Recall repairs are normally free at an authorized dealer.