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2003 CHEVROLET Malibu

3 recalls Risk Grade: D Most severe issue: Critical

All recalls are free to repair at your local dealership. Contact your dealer to schedule service.

Known Safety Recalls

Critical #07E021000 Plain English
Component

FUEL SYSTEM, OTHER:STORAGE:TANK ASSEMBLY:PRESSURE RELIEF DEVICES

Manufacturer
DELPHI
What Happened
The fuel pressure regulator in your vehicle is a part that helps keep the fuel level stable, preventing damage to your engine. Some of these regulators were made without a crucial seal and retainer, which could cause a problem.
Risk if Unfixed
If this regulator fails, fuel could leak out and potentially ignite, causing a fire. This is a serious safety risk, especially when your vehicle is parked or stationary.
Free Fix
Delphi will replace the faulty regulator with a new one that has the necessary seal and retainer. The repair is free, and you should contact Delphi at 877-411-8770 to schedule the replacement as soon as possible.
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Original — What Happened
CERTAIN DELPHI FUEL PRESSURE REGULATORS, P/NOS. FP10020-11B1, FP10026-11B1, AND FP10027-11B1, SOLD AFTER JANUARY 9, 2007, AS AFTERMARKET EQUIPMENT FOR VARIOUS PASSENGER VEHICLES LISTED ABOVE. THE UNIVERSAL PRESSURE REGULATORS (UPR) WERE PRODUCED WITHOUT AN O'RING AND RETAINER.
Original — Risk if Unfixed
FUEL MAY LEAK, POSSIBLY RESULTING IN A FIRE.
Original — Remedy
DELPHI WILL NOTIFY OWNERS AND REPLACE THE UPR FREE OF CHARGE. THE RECALL BEGAN ON APRIL 23, 2007. OWNERS CAN CONTACT DELPHI AT 877-411-8770.
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Moderate #14V400000 Plain English
Component

ELECTRICAL SYSTEM:IGNITION

Manufacturer
General Motors LLC
What Happened
The ignition switch in your vehicle is the part that turns the engine on and off. In some 2000-2008 Pontiac and Chevrolet models, the weight on the key ring could cause the ignition switch to move out of the 'run' position.
Risk if Unfixed
If the key is not in the 'run' position, the airbags might not deploy in a crash, which could put you at risk of serious injury.
Free Fix
Your dealer will install a new key ring and a protective cover on your key, free of charge. This will help prevent the ignition switch from turning off the engine unexpectedly.
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Original — What Happened
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.
Original — Risk if Unfixed
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.
Original — Remedy
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.
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Under Review #04V528000 Plain English
Component

VEHICLE SPEED CONTROL:ACCELERATOR PEDAL

Manufacturer
GENERAL MOTORS CORP.
What Happened
The accelerator pedal in your vehicle is controlled by a pedal arm that connects to the engine. In hot weather, this arm may stick to its bracket and not return to the idle position when you lift your foot.
Risk if Unfixed
If this happens, your car could accelerate unexpectedly and lose control, increasing the risk of a crash.
Free Fix
Your dealer will check the pedal arm and replace it with a new assembly, if needed. This repair will be done at no cost to you, and you should schedule it as soon as possible.
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Original — What Happened
CERTAIN PASSENGER VEHICLES FAIL TO COMPLY WITH THE REQUIREMENTS OF FEDERAL MOTOR VEHICLE SAFETY STANDARD NO. 124, 'ACCELERATOR CONTROL SYSTEMS.' IN HOT AMBIENT CONDITIONS, THE ACCELERATOR PEDAL ARM MAY STICK AT THE ATTACHMENT TO THE BRACKET AND NOT RETURN TO THE ENGINE IDLE POSITION WHEN THE OPERATOR LIFTS HIS FOOT FROM THE ACCELERATOR PEDAL.
Original — Risk if Unfixed
FAILURE TO RETURN TO IDLE COULD RESULT IN A VEHICLE CRASH.
Original — Remedy
DEALERS WILL INSPECT THE ACCELERATOR PEDAL ARM AND REPLACE THE ACCELERATOR AND BRAKE PEDAL ASSEMBLY WITH A NEW ASSEMBLY, IF NECESSARY. THE RECALL BEGAN ON DECEMBER 20, 2004. OWNERS SHOULD CONTACT CHEVROLET AT 1-800-630-2438, PONTIAC AT 1-800-620-7668, OR OLDSMOBILE AT 1-800-630-6537.
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Browse by Component

FUEL SYSTEM, OTHER
1 recall
ELECTRICAL SYSTEM
1 recall
VEHICLE SPEED CONTROL
1 recall

Other CHEVROLET Malibu Years

2025
1 recall
2024
2 recalls
2023
2 recalls
2022
1 recall
2021
2 recalls
2020
1 recall
2019
1 recall
2018
6 recalls
2017
4 recalls
2016
9 recalls
2015
3 recalls
2014
6 recalls
2013
10 recalls
2012
3 recalls
2011
4 recalls
2010
4 recalls
2009
6 recalls
2008
5 recalls
2007
6 recalls
2006
9 recalls
2005
6 recalls
2002
4 recalls
2001
4 recalls
2000
5 recalls

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