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2000 Chevrolet Malibu Problems and Recalls
Owners filed 922 complaints with NHTSA about the 2000 Chevrolet Malibu, most often about the brakes (27% of complaints, typically around 41,000 miles). It is 9th of 26 Malibu model years by number of complaints and has 3 recalls.
Most common 2000 Chevrolet Malibu problems
Brakes
250 complaints · 27%Half of these problems showed up before 41,000 miles. Parts named most often: foundation components, antilock/traction control/electronic limited slip, disc, antilock.
The consumer complained about brake problems. When applying brakes the pedal goes all the way to the floor, there was extensive pulsation, and extended stopping distance. The ABS light was on and was intermittent. This made the stopping distance longer almost causing accidents.
We unfortunately own a 2000 chevy Malibu. We have already replaced the rotors several times for going out of round. We have also replaced the fuel pump at less then 50,000 miles at the cost of $728.00. The air conditioner pops on and off on its own not cooling for the most part. The turn signals are nonfunctional and…
Lights
241 complaints · 26%Half of these problems showed up before 67,000 miles. Parts named most often: hazard flashing warning lights, turn signal, tail lights, headlights.
The turn signals and hazard flashers on my 2000 chevy Malibu only work intermittently. Often times they will not work at all, or they will stop working in the middle of a turn. They will flash once or twice and quit working; in addition, they will work for a moment then quit working then begin working again. Also…
Recall 03v327000, hazard warning switch: intermittently the hazard and signal lights will not work. Consumer had a mechanic examine the vehicle and determined that the hazard warning switch needed replacement. There was a recall on this make, model, and year. But this vehicle was not included in the recall due to VIN.
Electrical
199 complaints · 22%Half of these problems showed up before 80,000 miles. Parts named most often: ignition, wiring, 12v/24v/48v battery, horn.
The car began locking up with the theft system" light blinking. The car will not crank until you waited 10 minutes for it to stop blinking. This can happen two or three times in a row, at least once a day. I have been told there is no way to fix it.
I have a 2000 chevy Malibu that has had a number of problems with turn signals and general other safety related concerns. Now on multiple occurances the car will not start with the OEM key and wireless controller. The "theft system" light turns on sporadically leaving me unable to start the car... The car cranks but…
Engine
193 complaints · 21%Half of these problems showed up before 63,500 miles. Parts named most often: engine, cooling system, exhaust system.
Coolant loss causing vehicle to overheat. Car towed to garage. Had to remove and replace intatke manifold gasket, replace thermostat, and reverse flush cooling system. Total cost $664.31 was advised to file complaint as garage has had an average of one repair like this a month on mailbus and impalas.
The intake gasket on my 2000 Malibu is leaking and it's going to cost 550.00 to repair it. Called jackson Chevrolet and service mgr. Stated he purchased Malibu for wife and he also replaced the intake gasket. The service mgr also stated that all the malibus with that motor are bad about the intake gaskets leaking.…
Fuel system
79 complaints · 9%Half of these problems showed up before 59,500 miles. Parts named most often: delivery, storage, fuel injection system, carburetor system.
#5 fuel injector has had to be replaced at 27,963 miles and at 58,736 miles. Repair shop stated that #5 fuel injector is located close to the EGR valve which puts off a lot of heat and may be contributing to the premature failure.
As reading over the website I notice the 2000 Malibu is pretty much a lemon. I have had to replace the radio, pretty much every gasket in the engine, the fuel pump, brakes front and rear, now my turn signals don't work, just found out about the recall I have to check to see if I qualify, my engine knocks on cold…
Steering
45 complaints · 5%Half of these problems showed up before 108,000 miles. Parts named most often: rack and pinion, linkages, steering wheel/handle bar, hydraulic power assist.
2000 chevy Malibu-rack & pinion mount on driver side broke from frame. Before failure font end shook like brakes were bad. Car began to steer hard and make load noise (felt under driver side floor board). Upon looking into problem I noticed that the mounts are only made of cheap sheet metal. Passenger side is showing…
The contact owns a 2000 Chevrolet Malibu. While driving 65 MPH, the steering wheel seized without warning. The vehicle was diagnosed and repaired. The manufacturer was made aware of the failure. The failure mileage was 108,000. The VIN was not available.
Wheels and tires
34 complaints · 4%Parts named most often: tread/belt, sidewall.
While driving approximately 35 MPH rear right tire had blown. Managed to pull vehicle to the side of road, stopped, and checked tires out. Noticed right rear tire had separated in three different pieces. Contacted the manufacturer. Had not been to dealership for repairs. Size 215/60r15.
While braking the vehicle experienced extended stopping distance due to the front brake rotors wearing. Also there was a vibration when depressing the brake pedal. The dealership was notified, but the problem was not resolved. The dealership told the consumer they would replace the rotors when the vehicle was first…
Suspension
33 complaints · 4%Half of these problems showed up before 89,000 miles. Parts named most often: front, multiple axle, rear.
While parking I heard a noise in the front end and upon turning the wheel harder the power steering went out. I could barely turn the wheel. Later in the day put in more power steering fluid thinking that was the problem but had the same issue. I thought the power steering was going out as I was hearing a grinding…
The car will not turn left. It makes a metal on metal sound. My mechanic says the engine cradle is completely rusted out, and the rack and pinion steering needs replacing.he said the rust is caused by the hose from the air conditioning dripping on the engine. He said that he sees the engine cradles rusted out all the…
Complaints are owner reports to NHTSA, not verified defects. One complaint can name several components, so shares add up to more than 100%.
2000 Chevrolet Malibu recalls
Electrical: ignition
Risk: If the key is not in the run position, the air bags may not deploy if the vehicle is involved in a crash, increasing the risk of injury.
Fix: Gm will notify owners, and dealers will install two key rings and an insert in the key slot or a cover over the key head on all ignition keys, free of charge. The recall began on september 9, 2014. Gm's number for this recall is 14350.
Full defect summary
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.
Lights: switch
Risk: When the turn signals are inoperative, the driver cannot use them to signal intent to turn that could result in a crash.
Fix: Dealers will replace the hazard warning switch. Owner notification began on february 5, 2004. Owners should contact chevrolet at 1-800-630-2438, pontiac at 1-800-620-7668, or oldsmobile at 1-800-630-6537.
Full defect summary
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.
Fuel system: filler pipe and cap
Risk: If an ignition source were present, a fire could occur.
Fix: Dealers will inspect the fuel tank and replace it if necessary.
Full defect summary
Certain passenger vehicles fail to comply with requirements of fmvss no. 301, "fuel system integrity." the fuel fill fitting is not properly secured to the fuel tank. In that condition, fuel leakage would exceed the permissible amount in an fmvss test. Fuel leaks may occur, particularly after refueling or when the tank is more than half full.
Recall repairs are free at any franchised dealer. Enter your VIN at nhtsa.gov/recalls to see which recalls are still open on your car.
NHTSA defect investigations
Turn signal failures
Summary
Gm conducted a recall (NHTSA recall number 03v327) on model year (my) 2000-2001 alero, grand am and malibu vehicles to replace defective hazard switches that cause the turn signals and hazard lights to fail.the recall covered vehicles built from february 2000 through may 2001 (depending on model).odi opened this investigation based on 64 reports alleging turn signal failure on my 1999-2000 alero, grand am and malibu vehicles not covered under the recall and built prior to february 2000.in december 2004, gm will issue a special policy for my 1999-2000 alero, grand am and malibu vehicles not covered under recall 03v327.the policy covers turn signal/hazard flasher failure for a period of 10 yea
Turn signal failures
Summary
By letter dated august 27, 2003, gm notified the agency that it is conducting a voluntary safety recall (NHTSA recall no. 03v327) involving certain model year (my) 2000-2001 chevrolet malibu, oldsmobile alero, and pontiac grand am.gm's recall covers 670,740 vehicles manufactured beginning february 1, 2000 through may 1, 2001 (alero and grand am) and february 1, 2000 through may 31, 2001 (malibu).gm reports that turn signal failure is due to solder joint cracking in the hazard switch, and has identified rapid temperature transitions of the hazard switch and the soldering process as the cause of cracking.electrical current to the turn signals flows through the hazard switch and an open circuit
Erratic fuel gauge
Summary
Odi opened ea 02-028 to review complaints of consumers reporting that their fuel gauge was incorrectly displaying the amount of fuel in the gas tank.the fuel gauge receives an electrical signal from a fuel tank sending sensor circuit card.a float arm in the tank moves electrical contacts that rub against the card as the level of fuel rises and falls.disruption of the electrical signal (such as caused by corrosion of the circuit card) will cause incorrect readings to register on the fuel gauge.gm reported in their response to odi dated january 13, 2003 that the primary cause of erratic fuel gauge operation is excess elemental sulfur in fuel.gm reported that abnormal levels of sulfur sporadica
Engine stall due to fuel starvation
Summary
Odi opened pe02-066 to evaluate the scope and consequence of engine power-loss due to fuel starvation induced by in-tank modular fuel pump strainer restriction.the subject pumps use an external ?sock? Strainer to filter fuel flowing to the pump inlet.this filter can sometimes become clogged, resulting in a reduced flow of fuel to the engine.gm has subsequently modified the strainers to reduce this restriction.analysis of the odi complaint database shows that despite these restrictions, the subject vehicles stall at a rate that is comparable to those of many peer vehicles.additionally, none of the relevant warranty repair rates exceed 1% at 36 months of exposure.one related crash involves a s
Turn signal failure
Summary
Odi opened the investigation based on 9 complaints of turn signals operating sporadically on the 2000-2001 chevrolet malibu.the turn signals quit working without warning and may occur while the vehicle is in motion or standing still.gm identified the hazard switch as the root cause of this problem.electrical current to the turn signal passes through the hazard switch.failure of the hazard switchresults in loss of turn signals and hazard lights.gm reports 318, 184 and 201 consumer complaints for the malibu, alero and grand am respectively.gm also reports the following models have the same design turn signal/hazard switch as the chevrolet malibu: chevrolet corvette, monte carlo, and impala; ol
Erratic fuel gauge
Summary
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Accelerator cable detaches from throttle
Summary
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Questions about the 2000 Chevrolet Malibu
- What are the most common problems with the 2000 Chevrolet Malibu?
- By NHTSA owner complaints: brakes (250 complaints, typically around 41,000 miles); lights (241 complaints, typically around 67,000 miles); electrical (199 complaints, typically around 80,000 miles).
- How many recalls does the 2000 Chevrolet Malibu have?
- 3 recalls listed by NHTSA, the latest from July 3, 2014 (electrical). Check your VIN at nhtsa.gov/recalls to see which ones are still open on your car.
- Is the 2000 a bad year for the Chevrolet Malibu?
- It is 9th of 26 Malibu model years by number of complaints, with 922 complaints. Complaint counts are not adjusted for how many cars were sold, so popular years collect more of them, and the newest years have had less time to.