2000 Chevrolet Malibu Problems, Complaints & Recalls
- Compared with other Malibu years
- More complaints than other years 10th of 29 for complaints
- Safety recalls
- 3 recalls: check your VIN
- NHTSA crash rating
- Not rated
Owners have filed 922 complaints with NHTSA about the 2000 Chevrolet Malibu. That ranks 10th out of 29 Malibu model years for complaints. The most reported problem area is exterior lighting (241 complaints, 26%), typically at around 67,000 miles. Complaints mention 45 crashes, 6 fires, 36 injuries. There are 3 safety recalls covering this model year. NHTSA has opened 7 defect investigations involving it.
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- 922owner complaints
- 3safety recalls
- 7NHTSA investigations
- 45complaints mentioning a crash
Complaints are unverified owner reports and are not adjusted for sales volume.
Most common 2000 Chevrolet Malibu problems
Complaints grouped by the part of the car owners reported, with the median mileage when the problem happened.
| Problem area | Complaints | Share | Median miles | Owners mention most | Typical repair cost |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Exterior Lighting problems | 241 | 26% | 67,000 | “turn signals” (46%) | $310 |
| Service Brakes, Hydraulic problems | 228 | 25% | 33,000 | “brake pads” (16%) | — |
| Electrical System problems | 199 | 22% | 80,000 | “ignition switch” (19%) | $770 |
| Engine and Engine Cooling problems | 174 | 19% | 61,010 | “intake manifold” (29%) | $1,400 |
| Fuel System, Gasoline problems | 56 | 6% | 46,500 | “fuel pump” (54%) | — |
| Steering | 45 | 5% | 108,000 | — | — |
| Equipment | 33 | 4% | 56,500 | — | — |
| Suspension | 33 | 4% | 89,200 | — | — |
| Tires | 33 | 4% | 28,000 | — | — |
| Air Bags | 31 | 3% | 110,000 | — | — |
| Power Train | 26 | 3% | 47,597 | — | — |
| Structure | 25 | 3% | 108,000 | — | — |
| Vehicle Speed Control | 21 | 2% | 73,000 | — | — |
| Engine | 19 | 2% | 109,500 | — | — |
| Unknown or Other | 16 | 2% | 122,500 | — | — |
| Service Brakes, Air | 14 | 2% | 23,500 | — | — |
| Fuel/propulsion System | 12 | 1% | 128,500 | — | — |
| Fuel System, Other | 11 | 1% | 45,000 | — | — |
| Visibility | 10 | 1% | 51,000 | — | — |
| Service Brakes | 8 | 1% | 170,000 | — | — |
| Latches/locks/linkages | 6 | 1% | 82,000 | — | — |
| Seat Belts | 2 | 0% | 27,000 | — | — |
| Seats | 2 | 0% | — | — | — |
| Child Seat | 1 | 0% | — | — | — |
| Electronic Stability Control (esc) | 1 | 0% | 170,000 | — | — |
| Visibility/wiper | 1 | 0% | 206,000 | — | — |
| Wheels | 1 | 0% | — | — | — |
One complaint can list several problem areas, so shares can add up to more than 100%.
Complaints by year received
2000 Chevrolet Malibu recalls (3)
Tap a recall to see the problem, the risk and the fix.
Electrical system:ignition
Problem: 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.
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.
Exterior lighting:hazard flashing warning lights:switch
Problem: 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.
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.
Fuel system, gasoline:storage:tank assembly:filler pipe and cap
Problem: 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.
Risk: If an ignition source were present, a fire could occur.
Fix: Dealers will inspect the fuel tank and replace it if necessary.
To see whether a specific car still has an open recall, enter its VIN on NHTSA's official recall lookup. You can also decode a VIN here.
NHTSA defect investigations
- Turn signal failures (RQ04005) — opened Jun 18, 2004, closed Nov 30, 2004.
- Turn signal failures (EA02037) — opened Dec 23, 2002, closed Sep 5, 2003, led to recall 03V327000.
- Erratic fuel gauge (EA02028) — opened Sep 30, 2002, closed Dec 30, 2003.
- Engine stall due to fuel starvation (PE02066) — opened Sep 6, 2002, closed Nov 3, 2003.
- Turn signal failure (PE02064) — opened Aug 22, 2002, closed Dec 23, 2002.
- Erratic fuel gauge (SQ01002) — opened Jan 26, 2001, closed Sep 30, 2002.
- Accelerator cable detaches from throttle (SQ00004) — opened Feb 2, 2000, closed Jan 19, 2001.
Recent owner reports
Short excerpts of the latest complaints filed with NHTSA, with personal details removed. Full reports can be searched on NHTSA.gov.
Tl* the contact owns a 2000 chevrolet malibu. The contact stated that the vehicle failed to start. The contact shifted the vehicle into neutral, turn the switch to the off position then back to the on position and the vehicle started. The contact also stated that while driving 45 or 55 mph, the…
TL* THE CONTACT OWNS A 2000 CHEVROLET MALIBU. THE CONTACT STATED THAT THE TURN SIGNALS WOULD MALFUNCTION OR FAIL INTERMITTENTLY. THE CONTACT STATED THAT AFTER FIDDLING WITH THE HAZARD LIGHT SWITCH, THE INDICATOR WORKED INTERMITTENTLY. STEVENS CREEK CHEVROLET (3640 STEVENS CREEK BLVD, SAN JOSE, CA…
I've replaced battery, head gaskets, overflow tank, air system connectors, water pump, pcv valve, evap canister, spark plugs, spark plug wires, radiator, camshaft sensor, coolant temp sensor, but my car is still leaking coolant from underneath lower intake manifold and isn't trying to start. I've…
I wanted to let you know about an experience at discount tire 580 w telegraph washington utah. And you can forward this to any regulating agency.from my knowledge, when two tires are purchased new, it is required to mount them on the front of the vehicle if it is front wheel drive. And move the…
Tl* the contact owns a 2000 chevrolet malibu. The contact smelled fuel when the vehicle was parked in the garage. There was no warning indicator illuminated. The dealer and manufacturer were not notified. The vehicle was not diagnosed or repaired. The failure mileage was approximately 137,000.
Other Chevrolet Malibu years
| Year | Complaints | Recalls |
|---|---|---|
| 2025 Malibu | 11 | 1 |
| 2024 Malibu | 43 | 2 |
| 2023 Malibu | 71 | 2 |
| 2022 Malibu | 98 | 1 |
| 2021 Malibu | 90 | 2 |
| 2020 Malibu | 198 | 1 |
| 2019 Malibu | 192 | 1 |
| 2018 Malibu | 700 | 6 |
| 2017 Malibu | 703 | 4 |
| 2016 Malibu | 838 | 9 |
| 2015 Malibu | 270 | 3 |
| 2014 Malibu | 351 | 6 |
| 2013 Malibu | 836 | 10 |
| 2012 Malibu | 907 | 2 |
| 2011 Malibu | 978 | 3 |
| 2010 Malibu | 1,362 | 3 |
| 2009 Malibu | 1,509 | 5 |
| 2008 Malibu | 989 | 4 |
| 2007 Malibu | 977 | 3 |
| 2006 Malibu | 1,116 | 6 |
| 2005 Malibu | 975 | 3 |
| 2004 Malibu | 1,147 | 6 |
| 2003 Malibu | 569 | 2 |
| 2002 Malibu | 567 | 2 |
| 2001 Malibu | 721 | 2 |
| 2000 | 922 | 3 |
| 1999 Malibu | 789 | 1 |
| 1998 Malibu | 976 | 3 |
| 1997 Malibu | 443 | 4 |
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Frequently asked questions
What are the most common problems with the 2000 Chevrolet Malibu?
Owners most often report exterior lighting, service brakes, hydraulic, electrical system problems. The top one, exterior lighting, accounts for 241 complaints.
Was there a recall on the 2000 Chevrolet Malibu?
Yes, 3 safety recalls. Enter your VIN at NHTSA.gov to check whether the repairs were done on your car.
Was the 2000 Chevrolet Malibu a good year?
Complaint data can't fully answer that, because counts aren't adjusted for sales. Compared with other Malibu model years, the 2000 has more complaints than most years. Always get a pre-purchase inspection and check the VIN for open recalls.