It will not let you turn off the car. I had a 2005 for 12yrs with little to know issues with over 250k miles. GM owners in Canada may call 800-263-3777. Car was able to restart with only the engine light on. Side sensor detection system is not working. The contact stated that while driving at various speeds, the steering assistance reduced warning message would intermittently appear on the instrument panel. I ask that you please look into this someone is going to get hurt. 0 later, I got the car back, and within a matter of days, the same symptoms occurred so I had to have it towed back to the dealership for them now to say that my piston head in engine was cracked, so now the engine needed to be replaced which would be around 00. The vehicle was not repaired. The dealership determined that the vacuum pump came apart and sent metal everywhere. I was looking online and others are having the same issue. While I was at the highway I was trying to pass another car, but while I stepped on the accelerator pedal. THE APPROXIMATE FAILURE MILEAGE WAS 47,000. The contact stated that the accelerator pedal malfunctioned and was repaired twice. While driving various speeds, the vehicle would suddenly decelerate to 10 mph or less. Im stuck at a stoplight on a busy street during morning traffic. Concerning as I live on a hill. I truned the car back on and the message went away. Since I've bought it my car has rapidly slowed down with now warning and my dashboard reading engine power reduced. The check engine light is still on. There was a higher than normal amount of traffic on the route I was waiting to turn onto. When it first happened, I did not know what to do. The car is not even 2 years old. I turn the car off then restarted after 15 minutes, the morning light was off but the check engine light remained on. My power steering assist pops up and disappears. Car will not get up to speed like normal. THE PART IS ON BACK ORDER BECAUSE SO MANY MALIBUS HAVE THIS ISSUE. The vehicle was taken to the dealer where it was diagnosed that an unknown switch needed to be replaced. Right in the midst of me driving .. No matter what speed im driving. 3 times the car has been in motion going straight and completely shuts down. Chevrolet created their Auto Stop/Start Technology to improve the fuel efficiency of all their vehicles, including the 2016 Malibu. Not a happy camper at all!!!! Thankfully there wasn't a vehicle behind me. At this point I'm sceptical about the dealer as well as the vehicle and I have children and am afraid that one day I will pull out infront of oncoming traffic and may be hit because of the acceleration issues. When I talked to a mechanic, he recommended I report this issue here because this should not happen. I have only had this car a year and am ready to give it back to the dealership. Micro switch inside shifter not making contact. 2015 Chevy Malibu Code P305f - 09/2021. The car shut up as normal for the energy saver feature, but when the light turned green and I took my foot off the break and tried to accelerate the care would not move. Upon investigating on carfax, the contact became aware that the vehicle had previously been totaled. My concern is that if the design of the new assembly is the same, the problem will reappear in a few years with the replacement assembly; all are just temporary stop gap measures. To repair this problem, the EBCM must be re-calibrated. Then a warning saying reduced engine power came on. Based on some research on the internet, I believe the accelerator pedal position sensor is failing. I just want to vent my frustation with this brand new car. Lost power brakes. Shifting into park, transmission control assembly. The bbb awarded the decision that gm is to repair any issues with the throttle, accelerator pedal, and emissions with four attempts to do so. While driving vehicle on highway at a speed of 80 mph, this message appeared which said engine power reduced speed. The failure mileage was 60,000. 1) locked out of my cars for the first 2 years and eventually there was a recall for a bad module, was replaced. So nice. It's not safe to drive. I WAS ON A 90 MILE TRIP AND CONTINUED ON, AS I HAD NOTHING I COULD DO THEN AND THERE. Went bad but the battery had drained too and they refused to replace battery. No error lights or any visible signs that something was ever wrong. TL* THE CONTACT OWNS A 2017 CHEVROLET MALIBU. This is a known issue that is going to get someone killed! While driving approximately 30 mph, the brake pedal was depressed, but the vehicle failed to immediately stop. Dangerous situation for myself and other drivers. The manufacturer had not been informed of the failure. The car was parked and off in our driveway for 15 minutes -horn started went out saw smoke called 911 and by the time back at front door flames from front end. Why isn't there a recall. I went inside a car wash and when my car was been wash the water was getting inside from the back roof next to the back window I told the dealer but they want me to pay for a diagnostic when it has something to do with the car issue. One of our staff members will call you shortly. Rockmont ourisman chevrolet &2. Both vehicles were towed. The service writer indicated the problem was not uncommon on gm cars and that even his wife's car had similar problems. Models: 2014-2015 Chevrolet Malibu 2015-2016 Chevrolet Impala (VIN 1) 2016 Chevrolet Malibu (VIN 1) Equipped with 2.5L Engine (RPO LKW or LCV) and Stop/Start System (RPO KL9) Attention: This PI also applies to any of the above models that may be Export vehicles. The contact stated that she was informed to top off the fuel and the vehicle was able to restart and drive with no further issues. The Terrain was completely warmed up and the shifter was in drive. The car turned on but the check engine light came on. Pulled off the highway and shut off the car. BACK WINDOW IS LEAKING WATER INTO THE INTERIOR AND INSIDE THE HEADLINER. My 2017 malibu has 65,000 miles on it. Within one week, it was back on. After shutting the car off for a little bit the message disappeared. Again, they said they could fix it, but it still happens. Problems with chevy malibu brake vacuum pump recalls. . I did some research on the issue and discovered that there have been other people with the same vehicle who have experienced the same issue. While driving on 12/28/2022, my brakes suddenly became very difficult to apply pressure- almost causing a cramp in my calf because I had to press down so hard. The radio and air would also turn off when auto stop is activated. Until I an able to get it fixed I am concerned it won't shut-off one of these times, and what happens if it won't shut-off? 92. Took to chevy and was told they could not test the diagnostic because my check engine light was no longer on. The contact restarted the vehicle and continued driving without further issue. The failure mileage was 57,733. Can someone help please? I purchased my 2017 malibu from jud kuhn in sc, it had 40,000 miles when purchased. The vehicle was taken to the dealer mike savoie chevrolet (1900 w maple rd, troy, mi 48084, (248) 566-6523) and diagnosed and replaced the gear shifter. We believe this is what's going on. When I reached out to my dealer they said that there was nothing they could do that would guarantee a fix, but they could try three different options, again with no guarantee of a fix. The car we turn off. Upon googling this issue, many people have had this problem and there has not been a recall! The check engine warning light illuminated. THE SOUND WILL SOMETIMES OCCUR BEFORE REDUCED ENGINE POWER. About 2 years ago I began having issues with my 2017 chevy malibu right before I hit my 100k mile extended warranty. The manufacturer was contacted and opened a case. It happens up to 4 times before it finally works. Check engine light and reduced power message diaplayed. Same 2017 chevy malibu also has the "shift to park" error so we can't shut off the engine because the car won't go into park, you have to back up and keep trying to get the shifter to let you put into park if you're lucky it will finally after many shifting attempts back and forth to get rid of the error so you can shut off the engine to exit your car. It's dangerous and the fact that nothing has been done by the federal government about this is worriesome. Once the reduce speed took place, it would not allow my vehicle to accelerate above 60 miles per hour while on the freeway. Did have extremely heavy snowfall yesterday 02/16/2021 when it started saying this on the cluster. . The manufacturer was contacted and did not assist. Engine light comes on as well as the traction control light. Question type: Maintenance & Repair. However, the vehicle's dash stated 'shift to park.' The failure mileage was 22,000. Sports chevrolet. This happened on 3/7/18 and the vehicle was towed in for service. 9 Brakes Failed problem of the 2013 Chevrolet Malibu Failure Date: 06/03/2019 Vehicle was traveling at 65mph on a highway. After a period of time but that doesn't help of the seatbelt is non functional. I read today that a class action suit has been filed specifically about this problem. I will place the car into park, try to turn off the car, and the monitor will display "shift car into park". The vehicle was taken to victory lane chevrolet in fort myers, florida, and the service technician told us that the issue had nothing to do with the engine or transmission as the vehicle message stated, but a problem with the braking system's vacuum. Back window is leaking water into the interior and inside the headliner. The contact was also informed that the parts to repair the vehicle were unavailable. The warning on my dash said "engine power reduced". The contact informed parks chevrolet richmond ( 4502 w broad st, richmond, va 23230) of the failure and the vehicle was currently at the dealer for diagnosis. Dash lights came on reduced engine power came back on and car slowed down to less the 20 mph within seconds . Continuing to depress accelerator in an attempt to maintain speed will cause car to shudder. While driving going at least 70 mph I get a engine power reduced message and it start happening every 10 minutes now as soon as you turn the car on it says engine power reduced and won't go over 30 mph. Neither remote keys would not perform any function nor would manually pushing door locks or switch. Reduced engine power is a norm for these new chevy malibu's my engender is reducing power again. They removed and replaced the ecm. Still makes an intermittent rumbling noise and clunks at time when decelerating. ACCORDING TO THIS DEALERSHIP AND THE DEALERSHIP THAT ULTIMATELY FIXED THE CAR, THIS IS A COMMON PROBLEM WITH THE CHEVY MALIBU THAT NEEDS TO BE RECALLED. Here are some actual complaints logged with the NHTSA about the 2017 Chevy Malibu Stabilitrak Problems: Here are some actual complaints logged with the NHTSA about the 2017 Chevy Malibu Steering Problems: Here are some actual complaints logged with the NHTSA about the 2017 Chevy Malibu Water Leak Problems: Confidentiality Guarantee: We keep your information completely confidential and will not send you spam or sell your information. Speed dropped almost instantly from 55mph to about 35mph!!!!! The reason for my recent complaint is because again the car is experiencing stalling and low power steering. 39. Based on my experience, however, the initially intermittent nature of this problem quickly turns into a permanent, disabling problem. Chevy is listing two different hp ratings for this car. Does this ring a bell? The light turns on after highway travel. It then caused the steering wheel to stiffen and making it difficult to steer. Part 2, I collected my stimulus money and had my 2017 chevy malibu ls towed to a chevy dealership. The vehicle was towed to an independent mechanic who stated that an unknown sensor needed to be replaced. At one point my car began displaying characteristics of losing power steering, engaging the auto stop/start function and not re-engaging the vehicle upon acceleration for which it was intended. After when I release the break and accelerate the car turns back on and the steering wheel will jerk to the left, without me moving the steering wheel. My car has 192k miles, so they will no longer cover it, even though it is a known issue has been for some time now! On 3/12/18 the vehicle had the same issue with no fuel pressure and resulted in the car turning off while driving and I was unable to start the vehicle again. I then went to autozone to have a diagnostic test done which resulted in error code p2138. The drivers side lower fog light/daytime running light doesn't work randomly and there is condensation in the inside of the lens. The 2017 Malibu's most concerning recall has to do with a potential fracture in the fuel pump flange. Several times in the past month or so my car has displayed a warning that says engine power reduced, and even if you're going highway speed, will reduce your speed down to around 20 mph. The failure mileage was approximately 32,000. Was not illuminating at that time when I attempted to shift gears. After about 20 minutes remote key operation returned. I was out of country for most of 2019 and when I returned I went through mail and discovered a letter from gm stating that water can get into trunk and cabin from a chmsl. You can bypass it by shifting to L6 but its rather inconvenient. Driving at about 55mph then without warning message on instrument cluster showed low power engine mode with emission warning icon illuminated. The approximate failure mileage was 40,000. Third brake light brakes when car is lifted or jacked, causes safety issue and concern. Vandevere chevrolet (1490 vernon odom blvd, akron, oh 44320) replaced the accelerator pedal twice in six months and referred the contact to the manufacturer. I have lost my job over this car this issue has not been corrected with several attempts to repair it. Chevrolet. These costs are about average for the class. On 2 separate occasions while coasting from highway speeds the steering wheel would jerk rapidly back and forth on its own. When I turn the car off is when the alert happens, then you have to restart the car and take out of gear and try again. I do not like this feature.I know that you can bypass this by switching to manuel mode and pushing the +\- button to the highest gear and drive like normal . The contact was able to exit the highway and drove the vehicle slowly back to his residence. The contact stated that the check engine and engine reduced indicators illuminated. She has almost crashed twice, was pulled over this past weekend coming home for another dealership visit because an officer noticed the weaving and corrections and assumed she was drunk. The oil was changed on the vehicle and then the called saying the vehicle was running very rough when they started it. We look forward to working with you to resolve your legal issues. This car has been nothing but problems. The second time it occurred the vehicle was in motion on the highway again when the engine light came on in the dashboard with a message, "engine power is reduced." While driving 60mph on the highway, my car began beeping and displayed 'reduced engine power' on the screen. 1 Battery Dead problem of the 2016 Chevrolet Malibu Failure Date: 02/26/2021 When vehicle is placed in park, get "place in park" message on dash. The vehicle was taken to pucklich chevrolet (3701 state st, bismark, nd 58503) on several occasions where they replaced the charge air cooler, and heated and drained the replacement air cooler twice. The vin was not available. Gov/odi/tsbs/2019/mc-10166630-9999. Doors would not lock, emergency lights stay on and had a beeping sound. My dealership contacted gm and they said it is a "non-issue" but the dealership disagrees since they have had numerous vehicles with the same complaint. After cleaning, reconnect the terminals. The manufacturer had yet to be notified of the failure. Bought vehicle new 12-5-17 and on 12-6-17 engine light while in motion on highway came on I was advice by service member at dealership that it was an emissions problem and it would fix itself. At that point no acceleration occurs and car cuts off ( I was able to glide to the side) and will not start back up. When I remove my foot from the brake and press the accelerator the car jerks into gear. Engine light comes on, reduced engine power message displays. Medical attention was provided. While driving my car started to say driving assistance off please drive with care then it acts like it's going to turn off. Waited 30 minutes, and was able to drive home. As of 12/28/21, coggin chevrolet (jacksonville, fl) has had the car for 2 weeks and can't fix or confirm what is wrong with the car. I put my car in park, turn my engine off and there's an error message on the dashboard saying, "put in park." *tr. This could have been a really bad accident and hope that this information can help avoid any problems to anybody. "Shift to Park" message may pop on at random, draining batteries overnight. This car is a dud and most models like it have the same problem. Car has shift to park warning when park is engaged, car wont shut off ,have restart car. As I was pulling off to the emergency shoulder my brakes became very stiff and started pulsating rapidly. Had this defect occurred while I was driving I could have been injured or killed or could have been parked somewhere in an unsafe situation unable to drive away or my vehicle could have rolled out into the busy street and hit a pedestrian, damaged someone's property or hit another vehicle causing damages, death or injury to others. Thousands of customers have been affected according to chevrolet forums and youtube videos, Shift to park warning appears on dashboard after vehicle has been placed in park and power button is pushed. ALTHOUGH MY VEHICLE WAS FIXED, IT IS A TEMPORARY SOLUTION AT BEST. The contact stated that the automatic start/stop feature intermittently failed to operate as needed and the vehicle would shut off while at a complete stop. Dropped vehicle to chevy dealer. The "key not detected" light illuminated, however the key was inside the vehicle. My engine seized up, completely unexpected, got the extended warranty, I pray its covered. I was told it could take up to 5 days and I'm really hoping this is a factory recall due to the safety of this happening while driving and driving at fast speed on the freeway! The dealer told me that it is no longer covered over 36,000. The vehicle has just over 51,000 miles on it. I am writing to add my complaint to the list complaints this agency has received regarding this issue. I turned on my hazard lights and proceeded driving and made my way home because I didn't want to be stranded. When I get to a stop light the auto stop activates. It is a rapid right left right left only moving the wheel about 2 inches from the center each way. The contact stated that on one occasion when at a gas service station they parked the vehicle put the gear in park and the vehicle independently moved forward. U.S. owners may contact GMC at 888-988-7267, Buick customer service at 800-955-9007, Chevrolet at 800-222-1020 or Cadillac customer service at 800-458-8006. The cars speed was immediately reduced almost causing a serious accident as I was in the left lane on the highway with a semi behind and beside me. They are still waiting for parts and the vehicle has been there almost three weeks. 00 to fix it I was 1000 miles over my warranty. Parts . This problem began about a week ago and it seems to be somewhat worse as time goes on. The vehicle was taken to a local dealer to be diagnosed. I come to a stop light it goes to auto stop then I go to start accelerating and the vehicle will shut down engine light comes on and vehicle will not start back up for a min or 2. I took it into the dealership right away and the replaced the accelerator sensor. The car since then have shut down 4 more times and after sitting for a while it started back up. Do not expect to climb into a warm vehicle. Engine power reduces sporadically while driving on highway and regular city streets. I had to replace sl-n-contol and n-harness. Purchased my vehicle new with two miles in 2016. There were no warning indicator lights illuminated. Why didn't somebody do something? The vehicle immediately sent a message on my dashboard that said "reduce engine power" and the car jerked and the speed drastically dropped from 65mph to about 20mph. I know of a another car same make and model having the same exact problem and we are not getting anywhere with this issue. There was no reported fire. We all were so shaken up! We have always had problems filling the car and it is never completely full. I have learned that if I get a bit more aggressive (jam the shifter into park) it tends to work although I'm not sure how long that will last without causing additional issues. Nothing happened and all was fine until the beginning of october when it happened again. At least my dealer wants that. Driving and my car wouldn't stop because my stablitrak and abs system malfunction and now the dealer is saying I need a vacuum pump and throttle change. Well known problem with two tsbs issued but no recall. The vehicle independently downshifted and decelerated to 35 mph with the accelerator pedal depressed to the floorboard. [xxx], 33753 miles in / 33760 miles out. When I have parked my car, shifted to park, and turn off the ignition I get the display message saying "shift to park" even though I have already done that and turned off the car. Of course, people should keep their hands on the wheel, but that doesnt negate the shaking thats occurring. The shift to park message prevents the vehicle from shutting off. Its possible that the vibration is meant to remind drivers of how this model measures up. Actually, I have never had to replace a tire. When driving the vehicle swerves and fishtails from time to time. Nothing different. This car sat for 6 months. If I can't get my car to recognize it's in park, I can't leave my car because the battery will not turn off until it recognizes it's in park. Had to pull over and turn my car on and off untill I could drive it again normally but the engine light would turn on and off. There is something going on with this car and many others. Category: Unknown Or Other: Date: Apr 06, 2021: The "reduce engine power light" came on and vehicle would only go 25-30 mph. Again, my car is not covered. The complaints are organized into groups with data published by vehicle, vehicle component, and specific problem. The vehicle was not diagnosed nor repaired. Issues continued. Causing my dash to read ( reduced engine power ) everytime my car go's into this malfunction its a sudden lost of power.. Where ever im driving at any speed.. On city street , highway, etc.. Started my vehicle in the driveway and the "reduced engine power light" came on. This is not legal advice. I had to have the fuel injector worked on, sometimes it won't shift completely into park, I had it decrease in speed from 70 on the highway to no more than 20 mph with over 0 in repairs just that time. This is not a cheap repair and is a major safety concern when driving at high speeds and the car decides to rapidly decelerate, not allowing me to drive more that 20mph. Etc. The contact was able to pull over safely. If left alone, I would possibly drain the battery. Driving down the interstate (with my family) at 70mph and loose power. First started around 10,000 miles. We're worried we will not see the error message and exit the vehicle with the possibility of the car moving as it doesn't recognize that the car is in park. THE VIN WAS NOT AVAILABLE. Driving on highway at about 65 mph on family trip to delaware. The manufacturer was made aware of the failure and informed the contact that he would be contacted after reviewing the information that was provided. Has happened on the high way and streets. This is not the first time this has happened with this vehicle. The Chevy Malibu doesnt do anything that seems normal at all. Do I have any options? DEALER IS STATING STABILITRAK NEEDS TO BE REPAIRED, THE CAR HAS GOOD TIRES, HASNT BEEN INVOLVED IN ANY ACCIDENT AND IS TOO NEW TO BE HAVING THIS ISSUE. This has happened multiple times over the last week with possible results of getting in a crash. Car will continuous beep. (accelerator pedal replaced) dangerous situation for me and the vehicles around me. Upon leaving work and gaining speed to 40mph I received a dash notification specifying engine power reduced and my mileage went down abruptly to 20mph. There was an error message on the instrument to shift the vehicle to park however, the vehicle failed to remain in park. Car is now parked in garage what til chevy dealership opens on monday!!! As time went on it would go total black no lights no onstar can not put in gear. The message is intermittent. The vehicle shuts off while I am driving it. The next morning (kids in tow) the engine light was still on, and the vehicle still seemed sluggish. Drive with care". Sunday oct 11th I went to leave me house again and the car wouldn't move the same thing happened hit the gas wouldn'mtove then took off. If you're looking for a safe car for your family member this is not the car. The service writer even stated that gm had an extended warranty on the pedal assembly and tpi sensors. 00 when car electrical will not shut off that is a safety issue. Brian has become an authority in the industry, traveling across the country to consult for car dealerships and contributing his expertise as a writer for several major automotive publications. The car's stick shift malfunctioned and it was stuck in reverse. The failure mileage was 2,700. Going into park the car says you need to shift to park. This has happened to me 3 times and two happened to be when I was driving on the highway going 70mph and the vehicle speed suddenly decreases to 30mph due with any warning. Tl* the contact owns a 2017 chevrolet malibu. But when car was new it didn't do that parts of this document have been redacted to protect personally identifiable information pursuant to the freedom of information act (foia), 5 u. S. C. 552(b)(6). Tl* the contact owns a 2017 chevrolet malibu. Driving at highway speeds car suddenly slowed down and reduced engine power popped up on the screen. I have teenage daughters and 2 small boys that I have in my car when this happens and it's very scary and dangerous! Car shuts off completely while driving-the car goes dead de-energized completely. I am awaiting the estimate from the dealership to see what it would cost to fix this. Noticed after heavy rains as well as when using the car wash. To acquire a service manual for any Chevrolet, Buick, GMC or Cadillac vehicle, visit their website.2007 Chevrolet Captiva Body Service Repair Manual. Gm has done nothing to fix the problem! When restarted there is no volume on the radio. A brief internet search confirms this is an ongoing problem with the malibu that gm has yet to appropriately fix. Unreliable vehicle with on-going issues and lack of support from dealership and GM., The engine has multiple issues, but one of the primary communications to look at is Service Bulletin #19-NA-122. Last week it was in the shop at basil chevrolet in depew, ny and they replaced the shift relay and it is still doing it. Gear shift not staying in place. It was in motion. It has been repaired before. Contined chevk engine light concerns despite paying for repairs multiple times at chevy dealership. Vehicle decelerates at highway speeds down to 20 mph and engine power reduce comes across the screen. There were several unknown warning lights illuminated. Please check if others having the same problem. 4th incident- dealer noted general engine misfire code, along with several communications errors codes; replaced ecm and reprogrammed car. Fire dept said it started under passenger side of hood. Dealership states this is not covered by power train warranty. The plastic between the back window and ceiling lets water in when it rains. She ferried for her safety and pulled over in heavy traffic. Power completly turns off while driving. They said that they don't know what causes this to happen, but it just needs reprogrammed and a software update. It will cause the battery to drain faster, the starter to go faster due to starting the car over and over. For more information on how we collect and use this information, please review our Privacy Policy. During driving on the highway, the car went into reduced power mode and speed was limited to 30 mph. Stayed on for the next 35 miles. Again, the dealership cannot find anything wrong. They're known to go bad for our cars with this feature. None of the options are good if I'm driving after hours and the dealer or service center is closed. The failure mileage was approximately 97,000. Contacted chevy customer service and there response is that the warranty is over .
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