CarRecallWatchThe 2003 Chevrolet Malibu has 2 safety recalls on file with NHTSA.
Owners have filed 569 complaints with NHTSA, including 35 crashes, 4 fires, 23 injuries.
The most-reported problem area is Electrical System (301 reports).
2003 Chevrolet Malibu recalls
Most common 2003 Chevrolet Malibu problems
Problem areas named in the 569 complaints owners filed with NHTSA.
| Problem area | Reports |
|---|---|
| Electrical System | 301 |
| Vehicle Speed Control | 86 |
| Service Brakes, Hydraulic | 64 |
| Engine | 47 |
| Engine And Engine Cooling | 44 |
| Exterior Lighting | 30 |
| Air Bags | 27 |
| Suspension | 25 |
| Fuel System, Gasoline | 24 |
| Steering | 21 |
What owners report
The contact owns a 2003 Chevrolet Malibu. The contact discovered that while driving at various speeds, the key could be removed from the ignition while the engine was still running. The contact later received notification of NHTSA Campaign Number: 14V400000 (ELECTRICAL SYSTEM). The vehicle was taken to the dealer for service, and the vehicle was returned in less than 30 minutes. The contact was suspicious about the work that was performed on the vehicle. The contact stated that soon after the recall repair, the key remained stuck in accessory mode while attempting to turn off the vehicle. Due to the failure, the contact was forced to remove the key from the ignition while the engine was runn
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Multiple times, the vehicle, while driving, electrically shuts down. security light comes on, sometimes, many attempts to restart will work. These shutdowns cause me to revet to manual bakes and steering.
The contact owns a 2003 Chevrolet Malibu. The contact stated that the ignition switch was inoperable and had been replaced three times by the dealer; however, the failure recurred. The vehicle was towed to an independent mechanic where it was diagnosed with ignition switch failure. The contact was informed that the ignition switch needed to be replaced. The vehicle was not repaired. The manufacturer was made aware of the failure. The failure mileage was approximately 170,000.
Car shuts off while driving.Will start up when fuel gauge gets power also windows ,radio,lightening work airbag light&service engine soon light on
2003 Chevrolet Malibu questions
Does the 2003 Chevrolet Malibu have any recalls?
Yes. NHTSA lists 2 safety recalls for the 2003 Chevrolet Malibu: Electrical System:Ignition; Vehicle Speed Control:Accelerator Pedal. Recall repairs are normally free at an authorized dealer.
What are the most common problems with the 2003 Chevrolet Malibu?
Based on 569 owner complaints filed with NHTSA, the most-reported problem areas are Electrical System (301), Vehicle Speed Control (86), Service Brakes, Hydraulic (64).
How do I check if a recall on my 2003 Chevrolet Malibu 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.