2019 Chevrolet Malibu electrical system problems

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What owners say

1. Filed Sep 24, 2026105,100 miTXTowedBrakesElectrical SystemEngine

   The contact owns a 2019 Chevrolet Malibu. The contact stated that after purchasing the vehicle, the following morning while waiting at the school drop-off line with her foot on the brake pedal, there was an abnormal boom, and several warning lights illuminated and flashed on the instrument panel. The occupants inside the vehicle assumed that the vehicle was struck from behind. The vehicle attempted to surge and revved and started to choke and shut off. The vehicle was…

   NHTSA complaint #11766611 · source
2. Filed Jun 4, 2026WIBrakesElectrical SystemEngine

   Since 2024/2025 car has been malfunctioning, I’ve had it checked out but it just got worse and nothing was fixed l, it is I driveable and very unsafe. When driving it abruptly stops like it’s crashing Messages that pop up (Multiple ones at one time flashing as well) - service “ESC” -“service power steering drive with care” -“shift to park” -“low fuel” (but car has gas in it) - check engine light on -all lights flashing at once while jerking -car stops abruptly when you’re…

   NHTSA complaint #11742162 · source
3. Filed Mar 30, 2026FLCrashAirbagsElectrical SystemLighting

   I am reporting a safety concern involving a 2019 Chevrolet Malibu. The vehicle was previously involved in accidents prior to my purchase and had known mechanical issues, including a gear shifting problem that was not properly repaired. In February 2024, while the vehicle was insured under Ocean Harbor Casualty Insurance Company, it sustained a significant front-end collision impacting the driver side. The impact was severe enough to cause structural damage, including a dent…

   NHTSA complaint #11727960 · source
4. Filed Dec 10, 2025MAElectrical SystemTransmission & Drivetrain

   The component that failed is the internal microswitch/sensor within the gear shifter assembly. The specific part that requires replacement is often documented in General Motors Technical Service Bulletin (TSB) 19-NA-206 or 23-NA-119. The faulty component is available for inspection if the dealership removes the old part and retains it. My safety and the safety of others are put at risk because the vehicle often fails to register that it is fully in "Park," which prevents the…

   NHTSA complaint #11704338 · source
5. Filed Oct 24, 2025GAElectrical SystemOther / Unknown

   Shift to park issue. After putting the car into Park and attempting to shut off the vehicle, an alter to SHIFT TO PARK came up and the car could not be shut off. Vehicle stalls at lights and in traffic because of the START / STOP system GM has put in this 2019 Malibu. This is dangerous as the vehicle moves if on incline (sometimes backwards). There is no control. The vehicle then has to be shifted into PARK and then restarted

   NHTSA complaint #11695435 · source
6. Filed Oct 17, 2025CAElectrical SystemEngine

   Was driving on the freeway maneuvered over to exit vehicle lost power and engine completely shut off while in motion. Same incident occurred while on surface street as I was approaching a red light vehicle completely shut off while in drive and in motion.

   NHTSA complaint #11694001 · source
7. Filed Sep 26, 2025OHElectrical System

   Shift to park issue. After putting the car into Park and attempting to shut off the vehicle, an alter to SHIFT TO PARK came up and the car could not be shut off. This happened several times. Car was taken to the dealer where it was originally purchased. The issue was known to the service department as having been seen many times on same type of vehicle. The repair was to replace the shifter assembly and pig tail at a cost of over $700. which included the cost of the…

   NHTSA complaint #11689935 · source
8. Filed Sep 16, 2025ALElectrical SystemEngineFuel, Hybrid & EV Propulsion

   Car was running fine then next day wont turn over. Code reader said fuel injectors weren’t injecting fuel. And ECM failed

   NHTSA complaint #11687750 · source
9. Filed Sep 5, 2025WIElectrical System

   After shifting the vehicle into park and then attempting to turn the vehicle off a message displays to shift into park, even though the vehicle is already in park.

   NHTSA complaint #11685209 · source
10. Filed Aug 17, 2025GAElectrical System

    My vehicle fails to shut off when placed in Park. •It fails to start properly when the ignition is engaged. •It experiences shifting malfunctions that directly prevent safe operation. These issues are ongoing and remain unresolved despite being well-documented in GM Technical Service Bulletin 19-NA-206 and related bulletins, which identify the root cause as a defective shifter park switch and wiring harness.

    NHTSA complaint #11681177 · source
11. Filed Aug 6, 2025MIFireElectrical System

    Door electrical caught fire and the inside of the vehicle was destroyed. Fire started from the electrical in the driver door.

    NHTSA complaint #11678675 · source
12. Filed Aug 5, 2025MIElectrical SystemEngine

    Vehicle stalls at lights and in traffic because of the START / STOP system GM has put in this 2019 Malibu. This is dangerous as the vehicle moves if on incline (sometimes backwards). There is no control. The vehicle then has to be shifted into PARK and then restarted. THIS HAPPENED July of 2024 and August 2025

    NHTSA complaint #11678433 · source

Source: U.S. National Highway Traffic Safety Administration (NHTSA) Office of Defects Investigation public data. Complaints are submitted by owners and are not verified by NHTSA or by us; a complaint does not prove a defect exists. View this vehicle on NHTSA.gov Methodology