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Why does my 2018 Malibu says engine power reduced?

Why does my 2018 Malibu says engine power reduced?

A GM class action claims that Chevy Malibu vehicles have an engine defect which causes them to reduce power abruptly. Thousands of 2016 to 2018 Chevy Malibu vehicles allegedly have a defective electronic throttle control and accelerator pedal position sensor.

Why does my Chevy Malibu shut off while driving?

See all problems of the 2018 Chevrolet Malibu . My car shuts off while I am driving (at a stop or idling) stationary. At various times while driving-whether parked, actively driving, at a stop sign, turning, backing up- my cars power will flicker and the engine shuts off causing the steering to lock.

What does reset check engine mode do on a Chevy Malibu?

Reset check engine mode shuts down other vehicle functions. Have been too close to being run off the interstate, hit when entering from on-ramp, rear-ended in heavy traffic. Nhtsa does not investigate because death and injury cannot be linked to failures because the module does not record issues/failures. There is no fix.

What kind of engine does a Malibu SunSetter have?

I have a 1999 Malibu Sunsetter with a Monsoon 325 HP EFI engine. While skiing a few weeks ago, the boat abruptly shut off and would not restart. It would start with the help from a little starting fluid but would not run.

Can a low oil level cause a car to shut off?

Can low oil cause a car to shut off? Low engine oil level does usually not cause your car to shut off. However, if it is too low so your oil pressure is getting low – the car can shut off the engine for safety reasons. This is often in newer cars, though.

See all problems of the 2018 Chevrolet Malibu . My car shuts off while I am driving (at a stop or idling) stationary. At various times while driving-whether parked, actively driving, at a stop sign, turning, backing up- my cars power will flicker and the engine shuts off causing the steering to lock.

Reset check engine mode shuts down other vehicle functions. Have been too close to being run off the interstate, hit when entering from on-ramp, rear-ended in heavy traffic. Nhtsa does not investigate because death and injury cannot be linked to failures because the module does not record issues/failures. There is no fix.

Is the 2013 Chevy Malibu a death trap?

I’m having the same problem with my 2013 Chevy Malibu, This car is a death trap! My kids refuse to ride in it,They call it the Ghost car because it controls itself basically, I have called GM and they refuse to acknowledge this problem. .. I guess until someone gets killed!!!

I have a 1999 Malibu Sunsetter with a Monsoon 325 HP EFI engine. While skiing a few weeks ago, the boat abruptly shut off and would not restart. It would start with the help from a little starting fluid but would not run.

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Ruth Doyle