2001 Chevrolet Malibu Classic Recalls
No NHTSA recalls on record for the 2001 Chevrolet Malibu Classic. That means NHTSA has no open safety campaign for this vehicle — it does not guarantee the absence of problems. Owners have filed 17 complaints with NHTSA, most often about the electrical system. Last updated July 5, 2026.
Complaints by component
What owners report
Verbatim reports filed with NHTSA, lightly edited for readability and with personal information removed.
“Tl* the contact owns a 2001 chevrolet malibu classic. After inserting the key into the ignition, the vehicle would not start. In addition, the turn signals and hazard lights would randomly not operate. The cause of the failure was not diagnosed. The vehicle was not repaired. The local dealer and…”
“Tl* the contact owns a 2001 chevrolet malibu classic. After inserting the key into the ignition, the vehicle would not start. In addition, the turn signals and hazard lights would randomly not operate. The cause of the failure was not diagnosed. The vehicle was not repaired. The local dealer and…”
“Tl* the contact owns a 2001 chevrolet malibu classic. The contact stated that the ignition switch failed and the anti-theft lock warning sensor illuminated. In addition, the anti-theft lock sensor remained illuminated and the vehicle was unable to start. The vehicle was not diagnosed or repaired.…”
“Tl* the contact owns a 2001 chevrolet malibu classic. While the vehicle was at a complete stop, it stalled and the anti-theft system warning indicator illuminated. The vehicle was towed and it was diagnosed that the engine switch needed to be replaced along with a sensor related to the anti-theft…”
“Tl* the contact owns a 2001 chevrolet malibu classic. While the vehicle was at a complete stop, it stalled and the anti-theft system warning indicator illuminated. The vehicle was towed and it was diagnosed that the engine switch needed to be replaced along with a sensor related to the anti-theft…”
“Tl* the contact owns a 2001 chevrolet malibu classic. The contact stated that while driving, the key was removed from the ignition switch and on occasions the key could not be removed from the ignition switch while attempting to shut the vehicle off. The contact also indicated that the gauges on…”
“Tl* the contact owns a 2001 chevrolet malibu classic. While stationary, the vehicle would not start when prompted. The contact stated that the anti-theft security indicator illuminated without warning. The vehicle was repaired three times by an unknown independent mechanic where the ignition was…”
“Tl* the contact owns a 2001 chevrolet malibu classic. While attempting to start the vehicle, the ignition failed to start. The failure was persistent. The vehicle was not diagnosed nor repaired. The manufacturer stated that due to the vehicle being a classic, no assistance would be offered. The…”
Recall, complaint, and investigation records from official NHTSA datasets (FLAT_RCL, FLAT_CMPL, FLAT_INV), synced weekly. Counts reflect NHTSA records for the 2001 Chevrolet Malibu Classic as of July 5, 2026. Complaint narratives are consumer-submitted and unverified. This page contains ads and affiliate links. Full methodology.