2005 Chevrolet Malibu Classic Electrical system Problems
- Complaints
- 41about this part
- Share
- 45%of 92 total for the year
- Median mileage
- 90,000miles
- Trend
- FallingComplaints filed in the last 3 full calendar years are at least 25% lower than in the 3 years before.
NHTSA recorded 41 complaints about the electrical system of the 2005 Chevrolet Malibu Classic, 45% of the 92 complaints for this model year. Where a mileage was given, the median is 90,000 miles. 1 a fire, according to the filers. 1 recall campaign on record is filed under a similar system.
Example complaints
Selected from NHTSA records; personal details are removed. They are consumer reports, not findings.
“My car has been stalling out randomly usually at highway speeds has done this about 5 times in two weeks I just had my recall done but the problem still exists very dangerous mechanic seem to think its my ignition switch not just the keys and cover GM did on recall I'm wondering if other complaints have come in and what should I do. I thought this is why they recalled the cars for stalling out, no steering, brakes etc.”
NHTSA complaint #10649442, filed 2014-10, 98,000 miles“The ignition cylinder on my 2005 Chevrolet Malibu Classic failed, and the key comes out of the ignition in the accessory position. The general motors recall to make the key hole smaller on the key itself to fix ignition problems is an incomplete repair. Upon contacting GM about the ignition problem, they immediately told me not to drive the vehicle, and they had the vehicle towed to gillman Chevrolet harlingen at their expense, but so far GM has refused to make a complete repair to the ignition. …”
NHTSA complaint #10785003, filed 2015-10, 150,000 miles“I purchased a 2005 chevy Malibu Classic. The anti theft system comes on as the operator drives the car. I have been driving several times and the vehicle just lost all acceleration. Every week I have problems getting the vehicle to start because the anti theft system comes as the operator turns the ignition on. This is a very serious and dangerous problem. I strongly feel that this cars should and needs to be recalled.”
NHTSA complaint #10345586, filed 2010-07, 86,000 miles“We bought a 2005 chevy Malibu Classic base model from a reputable dealer. Everything was working fine until my son flipped the switch on the turn signal indicator for the lights from auto to full lights at night. The dash cluster illumination went out along with the radio back lighting, HVAC back lighting, door lock and window switch lighting. The dome light stopped working. The dome light had burned wires and the plastic fixture was burned. Replaced it back to the harness. Fuses kept blowing. …”
NHTSA complaint #10584103, filed 2014-04, 117,792 miles“After taking my Chevrolet Malibu Classic 2005 into the dealership for the recall in which they put inserts on my key and a king ring, ridiculous if you ask me, my car has now done the same thing three more times I thought the recall was suppose to fix. While driving at different speeds ( 60 MPH., 45 MPH., 20 MPH) my cars shuts off as if I turned the key off. My power steering, brakes all electrical components are effected. I have to then turn my key to the off position and again start my car to continue driving. …”
NHTSA complaint #10765796, filed 2015-09, 122,000 milesRelated recalls
- 14V400000Jul 3, 2014This defect can affect the safe operation of the airbag system. Until this recall is performed, customers should remove all items from their key rings…Covers: Chevrolet Malibu Classic 2004–2005, Malibu 1997–2003, Pontiac Grand AM 1999–2005 +5 more
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Electrical system: other model years
| Year | Complaints | Share of year |
|---|---|---|
| 2008 | 11 | 52% |
| 2007 | 1 | 7% |
| 2005 | 41 | 45% |
| 2004 | 59 | 51% |
| 2003 | 11 | 69% |
| 2002 | 11 | 69% |
| 2001 | 12 | 92% |
| 2000 | 9 | 82% |
| 1998 | 4 | 80% |
Other parts of the 2005 Chevrolet Malibu Classic
20 complaintsFuel system
9 complaintsEngine
8 complaintsBrakes
6 complaintsExterior lighting
6 complaintsAir bags
5 complaintsElectronic stability control
5 complaintsEngine cooling
4 complaintsVehicle speed control
3 complaintsEquipment
2 complaintsOther or unknown
2 complaintsSuspension
2 complaints
← All problems reported for the 2005 Chevrolet Malibu Classic
About this data. Data from NHTSA (ODI) complaints, recalls, TSBs and investigations, updated Oct 31, 2026. Complaints are unverified consumer reports and may be duplicated or inaccurate.
To check a specific vehicle for open recalls, use its VIN at nhtsa.gov/recalls. Methodology