2014 Chevrolet Malibu Eco

Owner complaints

What owners report most

1. Electronic stability control (esc)5
2. Service brakes4
3. Unknown or other3
4. Electrical system2
5. Engine2
6. Power train1
7. Visibility/wiper1
8. Wheels1

Latest complaints

• Feb 13, 2020WA120,000 mi
  Engine

  TL* the contact owns a 2014 chevrolet malibu eco. The contact stated while stopped at traffic light the vehicle stalled without warning. The contact was able to restart the vehicle after approximately an hour. An unknown dealer was notified of the failure. The manufacture was notified of the failure however, no assistance provided. The failure mileage was 120,000. The vin was not available.

• Apr 17, 2019KS98,000 mi
  Electronic stability control (esc) · Service brakes · Wheels
  ABS light on stabilitrak light on. Rear wheel hubs broken and replaced. Brake light came on. Throttle body and valve replaced. Happened again six months later - same warning lights came on ABS and stabilitrak. Two wheel sensors were replaced. Lights still on. Did not fix problem. Now dealer says…

  ABS light on stabilitrak light on. Rear wheel hubs broken and replaced. Brake light came on. Throttle body and valve replaced. Happened again six months later - same warning lights came on ABS and stabilitrak. Two wheel sensors were replaced. Lights still on. Did not fix problem. Now dealer says "electronic brake module" IS out. ABS control module part number was listed as the fix. These fixes are right at $3,000 at this point. Brakes rumbled and felt like they were catching instead of going down smoothly upon picking up repaired vehicle. Went back into the shop and that IS when the control part was recommended for an additional $1,200.

• Apr 5, 2019MI31,500 mi
  Electronic stability control (esc) · Service brakes
  Within the last month and a half, my 2014 chevrolet malibu has had the ABS and stabiltrak services lights come on twice. My vehicle IS currently at 31,500 miles. Mid-february, I was driving 25 mph down a side street to work, and the lights just popped on., I took my car into a chevrolet dealer to…

  Within the last month and a half, my 2014 chevrolet malibu has had the ABS and stabiltrak services lights come on twice. My vehicle IS currently at 31,500 miles. Mid-february, I was driving 25 mph down a side street to work, and the lights just popped on., I took my car into a chevrolet dealer to have the lights looked at, and was told the ABS sensor reads a strip on the wheel bearing hub and that strip was chipped off. They had to replace the whole hub which IS costly. It IS now the beginning of april, and the light just came back on. I was driving down a main street in my city going around 45mph when the lights came on. This IS a serious issue gm needs to be looking into for a recall.

• Mar 30, 2019GA56,000 mi
  Unknown or other
  As I'm driving down the road the car starts jerking and stalling and then just shuts off in the middle of the road. It acts like it's not getting any gas. I have replaced the fuel pump, oxygen sensor, and a host of other parts and it's still doing the same thing. I have taking it to the chevrolet…

  As I'm driving down the road the car starts jerking and stalling and then just shuts off in the middle of the road. It acts like it's not getting any gas. I have replaced the fuel pump, oxygen sensor, and a host of other parts and it's still doing the same thing. I have taking it to the chevrolet dealership where I brought it from, they put it on the machine said it was a part that needed to be replaced I had the part replaced and it's still doing the same thing shutting off in the middle of the road. I have a 3 year that IS always with me in the car and this IS very dangerous. It has been going on since the beginning of march.

• Dec 19, 2018GU45,000 mi
  Unknown or other
  When driving car starts to jerk. Sometime it feels like a major jolt and other times it a slight jerking feeling. I've complained the 1ST year I got the vehicle and then 2 years later I also complained about the same issue. When it was in for service problem was not duplicated nor any indication of…

  When driving car starts to jerk. Sometime it feels like a major jolt and other times it a slight jerking feeling. I've complained the 1ST year I got the vehicle and then 2 years later I also complained about the same issue. When it was in for service problem was not duplicated nor any indication of of issues when the vehicle was checked by the dealership. No warning light indicating vehicle issue are present. this only happens when the vehicle IS being driven. I don't feel safe in the vehicle and no one from the service department can tell me anything about whats going on. This really need to be resolved asap.

• Nov 2, 2018WI97,000 mi
  Unknown or other

  My vehicle at high revs will not shift gears it then begins to stall and lose speed. I had the issue inspected by my dealers auto shop and they told me I had a blockage in my catalytic converter. no code has appeared for this issue.

• Sep 17, 2018WV5,000 mi
  Power train
  When cold going up hill and some times on level ground it jerks hard , like it's trying to go into another gear till warms up . Going up hill every day I drive it , it does it. It's been took to dealer and they can't fine anything what IS causing it. No, codes IS coming up . Driving up hills IS…

  When cold going up hill and some times on level ground it jerks hard , like it's trying to go into another gear till warms up . Going up hill every day I drive it , it does it. It's been took to dealer and they can't fine anything what IS causing it. No, codes IS coming up . Driving up hills IS mainly when it does it , first starting out from my house going up the mountains where I live then it warms up and don't do it but once and awhile. It's like it trying to go into another gear and hits hard with a jerk . When iam turning the curves and slow down then accelerate again IS when it does it. Around 30 to 40 miles an hour.

• Aug 26, 2018WV10,000 mi
  Service brakes
  At times, when I hit my brakes, the brake pedal will stick in the downward position and it will make a groaning sound. I have to take my foot and return the brake pedal to it's original position. This has happened numerous times, with passengers to assure me that the brakes were, in deed, making…

  At times, when I hit my brakes, the brake pedal will stick in the downward position and it will make a groaning sound. I have to take my foot and return the brake pedal to it's original position. This has happened numerous times, with passengers to assure me that the brakes were, in deed, making this noise and causing the car to jerk at times. I have had the car back to the dealership several times and they can not find the problem. Very interested in whether there IS a recall, because my husband's silverado does the same thing and it was recalled. This has happened on numerous times and IS always in a position of going down hill and in a curve. It has happened any where from 24 mph to 40 mph. In my comments, I tried to remember the first time this happened, but it IS an estimate only.

• Jul 28, 2018NC63,000 mi
  Electrical system · Electronic stability control (esc)

  Auto stop start malfunctions when stopping at stop light, causing the vehicle to completely shut off and restart. Check engine light IS on with code p305f coming up.

• Apr 2, 2018MO30 mi
  Electronic stability control (esc) · Engine · Service brakes

  Stopped at stop light. Upon taking off car would barely move. It jerks front to back. Check engine, ABS, traction light, service stabiltrak lights came on. Was able to pull into gas station close by. Turned car off. Waited a bit. Car turned on and drove off fine. Haven't been able to mock since. Had hooked to dialysis machine. Stated something about a vacuum, but then disappeared on machine.

• Nov 11, 2017IL58,300 mi
  Visibility/wiper

  Vehicle heating and a/c quit working. Vehicle had a recall back in 2014 where hvac module was reprogrammed. During that time none of the controls for hvac seemed to have any power (no lights). During current issue all the lights still light up on the controls, but the blower motor does not function.

• Aug 10, 2017TX85,980 mi
  Electrical system · Electronic stability control (esc)
  I have a 2014 malibu that has around 86000 and as I was driving the car all of a sudden started jerking and my power locks were going up and down continuously along with a message that says "service power steering, drive with care." after I came to a stop, pulled over to tun off the ignition, my…

  I have a 2014 malibu that has around 86000 and as I was driving the car all of a sudden started jerking and my power locks were going up and down continuously along with a message that says "service power steering, drive with care." after I came to a stop, pulled over to tun off the ignition, my radio was still on even after I open the door with the keys out of the ingnition. I am extremely frustrated with this problem and I attached an image of the message. I really hope that gm has a resolution for this.

Service bulletins

Technical service bulletins and other communications the manufacturer sent dealers about this vehicle. Ask a dealer for the full document by its number.

• 11011989This service bulletin provides information on the harmful effects of ethylene glycol in transmission fluid.
• 11011900This diagnostic tip bulletin provides additional information on how to diagnose a possible valve, lifter or camshaft issue.
• 11011896This Warranty Administration service bulletin provides Lithium-Ion battery Exchange Process and Transaction Submission information.
• 11011805This Preliminary information communicates a GM part number forreflective high temperature heat or insulating tape when repairing wiring harnesses.
• 11011709This bulletin advises the dealers to maintain the vehicle stock on hand by doing a full inspection on the vehicles before being sold (prepping) to the customer.
• 11011205This informational bulletin explains Unscheduled Supplemental Services and the importance of GM Simplified Maintenance Schedules.
• 11011119This Preliminary information communicates to dealers GM is working on a solution for outdated Apps
• 11010545This service bulletin provides information on key code security rules and information on GM keycode look-up applications (U.S).
• 11010491This warranty administration bulletin provides policy information for GM courtesy transportation and roadside assistance programs.
• 11010490This service bulletin provides guidelines and diagnostic/repair information to technicians regarding vehicle engine oil consumption.
• 11010421This warranty administration bulletin provides policy information on the requirements for 12V battery testing and warranty replacements.
• 11009764This service bulletin provides information on Concerns or Questions Regarding Installation of Dealer Installed Accessories.
• 11009756This bulletin provides information on Policies Applicable to All U.S. Dealers for Engine and Transmission Assembly Replacement Under Warranty, Policy or Customer Enthusiasm and information on Submission of Warranty Transaction in Global Warranty Management.
• 11009532This service bulletin provides information for maintenance cleaning of the fuel injectors and gasoline detergent additive.
• 11009531This service bulletin provides information for maintenance cleaning of the fuel injectors and gasoline detergent additive.
• 11009088This service bulletin provides information on some vehicles that may rock or move slightly forward or rearward while in Park at start up after cold soak. This condition may be accompanied by a clunk noise. This is a slight movement that is more often seen visually, rather than felt, when viewed from the outside and using the auto-start feature, if equipped.
• 11009039This warranty administration bulletin provides policy information, proper labor operation selection and causal part identification for warranty transactions (U.S. Only).
• 11009037This service bulletin provides information on Enhancing Field Product Reports with Digital Pictures.
• 11008956This service bulletin provides information for dealers/technicians on When and How to Submit a Field Product Report (FPR) (U.S. and Canada Dealers Only).
• 11008906This service bulletin provides graphics, information and guidelines for engine component wear to assist service personnel as a guideline to perform necessary engine repairs and prevent unnecessary engine replacement.
• 11008898The bulletin provides direction on how to locate the Temporary Service Part (TSP) form in GlobalConnect.
• 11008893This Warranty Administration service bulletin provides Lithium-Ion battery Exchange Process and Transaction Submission information.
• 11007936This service bulletin provides information to dealership personnel on diagnosis and replacement of shock absorber and strut due to fluid leak.
• 11007935This service bulletin provides information to dealership personnel on diagnosis and replacement of shock absorber and strut due to fluid leak.
• 11007721This service bulletin provides information on AGM batteries that require less frequent charging in storage.
• 11007208This Preliminary Information communication provides information to the technician about changing the tire and wheel size on vehicles. General Motors will only support a tire calibration for tires that have been sized, tested and designed for the vehicle in question and its applications. Technician should not use the information that is provided by the antilock braking system tire size selection.
• 11007155This informational bulletin advises the technician that the engine and related parts will be debited if found that the tech did not properly prepare the engine block from dirt and debris in bolt holes or if found that the block was damaged by the tech.
• 11007121This bulletin provides information on Engine Concerns that could result from lack of scheduled maintenance, improper service or aftermarket calibrations.
• 11007116This bulletin provides information on identifying Non-GM Engine Calibrations for Gasoline Engines using the Tech 2 or GDS 2.
• 11007115This service bulletin provides information on Internal Engine Noise or Damage After Oil Filter Replacement.
• 11007095This bulletin provides information on the TOP TIER Detergent Gasoline Licensed Brands and the TOP TIER Diesel Fuel Licensed Brands that are recommended for use in all GM vehicles and the TOP TIER FUELS website URL.
• 11007091This service bulletin provides guidelines and diagnostic/repair information to technicians regarding vehicle engine oil consumption.
• 11006682This service bulletin provides information on a guide to help reduce repeat visits for the same customer concern.
• 11006670This service bulletin advises about the possible issues that may occur when using a scotch brite pad or highly abrasive disk on gasket sealing surfaces or reused parts.
• 11006644This Warranty Administration service bulletin provides information for dealers/Service advisors on when and how to submit a Pre-Repair Authorization (PRA).
• 11006621Vehicle Wide Programming (VWP) is a new process to update software on GM Vehicles. It provides the ability via a single selection within Techline Connect to first identify which modules need updating and then proceed to updating affected modules (with some exceptions). The updating of modules is completed in parallel instead of the technician needing to update one module at a time. This allows a more streamlined approach for dealers and customers.
• 11006511This PI provides information on Rear and Side Tempered Glass Spots (Quench Marks) and that they are a normal characteristic.
• 11006421GM is receiving damaged (cracked or broken) transmission cores returned to the reman facilities. The damage is being caused either in the removal process by the technician, or inadequate packaging or shipping. This bulletin advises the dealers to be more careful not to damage the transmissions during removal and to package the core properly for return.
• 11006290This service bulletin provides information to dealership personnel on a new refrigerant (R1234yf) for A/C service.
• 11006282This service bulletin provides information on Chemical Staining, Pitting, Corrosion and/or Spotted Appearance of Chromed Aluminum Wheels.

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