Featured Problems
Passlock Security
One of Chevrolet’s solutions for stopping thieves from driving away with a car is, coincidently, doing the same thing to the actual owner.
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Chevrolet Electrical Problems
Electrical Complaints
Sometimes it helps just to tally up the complaints and see where the biggest stacks are. Use this information to learn about troublespots or to run for the hills.
Worst Issues
- 2002 Impala passlock problem, won't start and security light is on 224 (100%)
- 2003 Impala security light comes on, won't start 125 (56%)
- 2002 Malibu passlock problem, won't start & anti-theft light is on 119 (53%)
- 2001 Malibu passlock problem, won't start & anti-theft light is on 74 (33%)
- 2001 Impala engine won't turn over, won't start 67 (30%)
- 2004 Impala won't start, security light comes on 64 (29%)
- 2000 Malibu anti-theft light comes on and will not crank 51 (23%)
Chevrolet Electrical News
GM Software Update Killed the Voltage in the Volt
The 2013 Volt is being recalled after reports of reduced engine power and propulsion.
General Motors says a previous software update to improve the car actually did the opposite by disabling the cell balancing function, resulting in a low- … continue reading
Power Window Switches Can Corrode in GM Vans
There’s a problem with the power window switches in more than 200,000 Express and GMC Savana vans.
GM says liquid can enter the switch and corrode it, leading to high electrical resistance. The resistance can cause the switch to overheat, … continue reading
Why Are Malibu Hybrids Suddenly Losing Power?
The Malibu Hybrid comes with a manual service disconnect (MSD) switch that mechanics can use to shut off the high-voltage battery when working on the car. That's smart and safe. Can you imagine if that switch could just magically turn itsel … continue reading