2000 Chevrolet Malibu Latches, locks and linkages Problems
- Complaints
- 6about this part
- Share
- 1%of 922 total for the year
- Median mileage
- 82,000miles
- Trend
- Not enough dataFewer than 15 complaints, too few for a reliable trend.
NHTSA recorded 6 complaints about the latches, locks and linkages of the 2000 Chevrolet Malibu, 1% of the 922 complaints for this model year. Where a mileage was given, the median is 82,000 miles. 2 of these say a crash was involved, according to the filers.
Fewer than 15 complaints name this part, so treat the figures as a rough indication only.
Example complaints
Selected from NHTSA records; personal details are removed. They are consumer reports, not findings.
“Consumer attempted to open driver's side door with the car keys. After the key, was inserted and turned, the door didn't opened. The dealership indicated that they will have to replace a part in the door(part unknown). Consumer was involved in a crash where vehicle was lifted in the air, when repairs were made to the vehicle it was not corrected. There are problems with the transmission, brakes and doors.”
NHTSA complaint #10002313, filed 2003-01, 62,000 miles“The contact owned a 2000 Chevrolet Malibu. While driving approximately 75 MPH, the brake pedal required excessive force in order to stop the vehicle. The contact stated that the power steering failed and caused the vehicle to steer to the left. Additionally, the hood of the vehicle flew up and struck the top of the roof resulting in a crash. The air bags failed to deploy. There were no injuries and a police report was not filed. The vehicle was destroyed and not diagnosed. …”
NHTSA complaint #10640930, filed 2014-10, 190,000 miles“Engine kept knocking and the first dealer said they didn't have time to look at it , they put a new engine in but still having problems, the brakes have been replaced (rotors and pads) 2 times and still are not right, the car would not go from park to reverse on 2 occasions, I have had lights not working, door latches broken.”
NHTSA complaint #739849, filed 2001-01“Consumer experienced problem after problem with 2000 Malibu. Interior workmanship falling apart, outside mirror paint fading, replaced fuel pump and other problems. The vehicle turn signal malfunctioned and the truck lid would open intermittently on it's own.”
NHTSA complaint #10111414, filed 2005-02“Vehicle would jump when trying to stop. Rotors were warped. Consumer had to put on 5 sets of rotors since jan 2001. Contacted dealer who wanted consumer to extend warranty. The consumer stated that the front rotors are warped causing brake pulsation. The A/C does not flow out of the correct vents due to A/C control failure, the A/C control head also shorted out. The door was hard to open and close due to the lock being misaligned. Engine makes a clunk noise. While driving the vehicle surges. Left rear speaker shorted out. …”
NHTSA complaint #8001012, filed 2001-12Latches, locks and linkages: other model years
| Year | Complaints | Share of year |
|---|---|---|
| 2019 | 1 | 1% |
| 2017 | 1 | 0% |
| 2016 | 1 | 0% |
| 2014 | 1 | 0% |
| 2013 | 1 | 0% |
| 2012 | 1 | 0% |
| 2011 | 2 | 0% |
| 2010 | 17 | 1% |
| 2009 | 56 | 4% |
| 2008 | 71 | 7% |
| 2007 | 1 | 0% |
| 2006 | 3 | 0% |
| 2005 | 14 | 1% |
| 2004 | 8 | 1% |
| 2003 | 4 | 1% |
| 2001 | 4 | 1% |
| 2000 | 6 | 1% |
| 1999 | 4 | 1% |
| 1998 | 2 | 0% |
| 1997 | 3 | 1% |
Other parts of the 2000 Chevrolet Malibu
250 complaintsExterior lighting
241 complaintsElectrical system
199 complaintsEngine cooling
174 complaintsFuel system
79 complaintsSteering
45 complaintsEquipment
33 complaintsSuspension
33 complaintsTires
33 complaintsAir bags
31 complaintsTransmission and drivetrain
26 complaintsBody and structure
25 complaints
← All problems reported for the 2000 Chevrolet Malibu
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