1998 CHEVROLET MALIBU Recalls (5)

Campaign:
01V068000 on 03/07/2001
Component:
Visibility:windshield wiper/washer:linkages
Manufactured:
05/31/1997 - 01/30/1998
Affected:
129,427
Defect:
On certain passenger vehicles originally sold in or currently registered in the "salt belt" states: alaska, colorado, connecticut, delaware, idaho, illinois, indiana, iowa, maine, maryland, massachusetts, michigan, minnesota, montana, nebraska, new hampshire, new jersey, new york, north dakota, ohio, pennsylvania, rhode island, south dakota, utah, vermont, west virginia, wisconsin, and wyoming. if a buildup of snow or ice restricts the movement of the passenger side windshield wiper arm, the pivot housing can crack and the wipers will not operate.
Consequence:
Reduced visibility in inclement weather could lead to a vehicle crash.
Correction:
Dealers will replace the passenger side windshield wiper pivot housing. owner notification began august 14, 2001. owners who take their vehicles to an authorized dealer on an agreed upon service date and do not receive the free remedy within a reasonable time should contact chevrolet at 1-800-222-1020 or oldsmobile at 1-800-442-6537.
Notes:
Also contact the national highway traffic safety administration's auto safety hotline at 1-888-dash-2-dot (1-888-327-4236).
Campaign:
03V527000 on 12/17/2003
Component:
Steering:rack and pinion
Manufactured:
05/31/1997 - 10/30/1997
Affected:
750,283
Defect:
Certain passenger vehicles have lower pinion bearings in the power rack and pinion assembly in which the retainer tabs were not crimped properly. these retainers could fail and permit the ball bearings to escape.
Consequence:
If this occurs, the pinion shaft can be forced upward during left turns and back down as the steering wheel is moved back and to the right. if the pinion shaft moves further, the driver will need to exert more effort to turn the steering wheel, similar to a vehicle without power assisted steering. if the pinion shaft moves even further, the driver will require much higher effort to turn left and may not be able to turn the wheel as much as intended. with the maximum pinion shaft movement, which requires internal gear component damage, the driver can encounter high resistance to turning left, followed by unintended power assist to the right. in any of these conditions, a crash could occur.
Correction:
Dealers will install a new lower pinion bearing unless inspect of the existing bearing indicates that replacement of the gear assembly is necessary. owner notification began on february 5, 2004. owners should contact buick at 1-866-608-8080; chevrolet at 1-800-630-2438; oldsmobile at 1-800-630-6537; or pontiac at 1-800-620-7668.
Notes:
Gm recall no. 03062.customers can also contact the national highway traffic safety administration's auto safety hotline at 1-888-dash-2-dot (1-888-327-4236).
Campaign:
07E021000 on 03/11/2007
Component:
Fuel system, other:storage:tank assembly:pressure relief devices
Affected:
742
Defect:
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.
Consequence:
Fuel may leak, possibly resulting in a fire.
Correction:
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.
Notes:
This recall only pertains to aftermarket delphi fuel pressure regulators and has no relation to any original equipment installed by general motors.customers may contact the national highway traffic safety administration's vehicle safety hotline at 1-888-327-4236 (tty: 1-800-424-9153); or go to http://www.safercar.gov.
Campaign:
09E012000 on 04/06/2009
Component:
Exterior lighting
Affected:
16,270
Defect:
Sabersport is recalling 16,270 combination corner and bumper lamp assemblies of various part numbers sold for use as aftermarket equipment for various passenger vehicles. these headlamps fail to conform to the requirements of federal motor vehicle safety standard no. 108, "lamps, reflective devices, and associated equipment." these lamps do not contain the required amber side reflectors.
Consequence:
Decreased lighting visibility may result in a vehicle crash.
Correction:
Sabersport will notify owners and offer a full refund for the noncompliant combination lamps. the safety recall began on may 11, 2009. owners may contact sabersport at 1-909-598-7589.
Notes:
This recall only pertains to aftermarket replacement equipment and has no relation to any original equipment installed on vehicles produced by the vehicle manufacturer.in order to determine if your aftermarket lamp assembly is affected by this noncompliance, please review the list of model numbers provided to us by sabersport.the list can be found under "document search" located at the bottom of your screen.owners may also contact the national highway traffic safety administration's vehicle safety hotline at 1-888-327-4236 (tty 1-800-424-9153), or go to <a href=http://www.safercar.gov>http://www.safercar.gov</a> .
Campaign:
14V400000 on 07/06/2014
Component:
Electrical system:ignition
Affected:
5,877,718
Defect:
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.
Consequence:
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.
Correction:
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.
Notes:
Owners may also contact the national highway traffic safety administration vehicle safety hotline at 1-888-327-4236 (tty 1-800-424-9153), or go to www.safercar.gov.

1998 CHEVROLET MALIBU TSBs (102)

Bulletin:
971101731616
Component:
220000 seats
Summary:
Comments that the seat belt latch slides to the seat belt anchor sleeve. *yc
Bulletin:
971101776304
Component:
073000 fuel system, gasoline:fuel injection system
Summary:
Subject pertaining to driveability symptoms due to fuel injector deposits. *yc
Bulletin:
98735032
Component:
034000 service brakes, hydraulic:foundation components
Summary:
Comments of metallic click noise from front brakes when applied at low speeds. *yc
Bulletin:
98776304A
Component:
073200 fuel system, gasoline:fuel injection system:injectors
Summary:
Some vehicles may experience a driveability symptom of long or hard starts, chuggle, rough idle and light or intermittent misfire. *yc
Bulletin:
98877159
Component:
106000 power train:axle assembly
Summary:
Vehicles with hydra-matic 4t40-e transaxle and 3.1l engines may experience a vibration phenomenon that can be described as tcc shudder/vibration/chuggle/surge/miss or fish bite. *tt
Bulletin:
98733210
Component:
020000 suspension
Summary:
Low pitch rattle, clunk and/or squeak noise coming from front end of vehicle during low speeds. *yc
Bulletin:
98731616A
Component:
220000 seats
Summary:
Seat belt latch slides to seat belt anchor sleeve. *yc
Bulletin:
98836416
Component:
111000 electrical system:battery
Summary:
Conditions regarding weak or discharged battery, slow starting, gen or mil lamp on, various driveability symptoms. *yc
Bulletin:
98576124A
Component:
061100 engine and engine cooling:engine:gasoline
Summary:
Comments on a ticking type noise that begins shortly after cold engine start-up and gradually diminishes as the engine warms up. *yc
Bulletin:
98831115
Component:
138000 visibility:defroster/defogger system
Summary:
Concerns regarding the passenger front floor carpet being wet or water leaking from the bottom of the instrument panel and/ or hvac module. *yc
Bulletin:
98835023
Component:
031000 service brakes, hydraulic:pedals and linkages
Summary:
Experiencing a squeak /squawk type noise when brake pedal depressed. *yc
Bulletin:
831704
Component:
162000 structure:body
Summary:
Concerns of door handles on white painted vehicles truning yellow. *yc
Bulletin:
990523001
Component:
034000 service brakes, hydraulic:foundation components
Summary:
Customers may complain a squealing noise coming from the front brakes. *tt
Bulletin:
990604005
Component:
061100 engine and engine cooling:engine:gasoline
Summary:
Some owners may experience a driveability symptom of long or hard starts, chuggle, rough idle and light or intermittent misfire. *tt
Bulletin:
990844003
Component:
110000 electrical system
Summary:
Some customers may complain about weak fm radio reception and / or no am radio reception. *tt
Bulletin:
990850006
Component:
220000 seats
Summary:
Subject regarding premature wear of leather material on bucket seatback bolster. *tt
Bulletin:
990849008
Component:
133000 visibility:power window devices and controls
Summary:
Customer may complain that the chime sounds when key is removed from ignition, intermittent operation of power door locks, keyless entry, steering column lock or memory seats. *tt
Bulletin:
060599
Component:
162700 structure:body:trunk lid
Summary:
Subject regarding a stop sale of rear compartment lid internal release. *tt
Bulletin:
040699
Component:
162700 structure:body:trunk lid
Summary:
Subject regarding rescission of stop sale of rear compartment lid internal release. *tt
Bulletin:
990523001A
Component:
034000 service brakes, hydraulic:foundation components
Summary:
Some owners may comment about a squealing type noise coming from the front brakes during a brake application. *tt
Bulletin:
990308004
Component:
020000 suspension
Summary:
Subject pertaining to front and / or rear stabilizer shaft squawk / squeak noise. *tt
Bulletin:
990604037
Component:
116200 electrical system:ignition:module
Summary:
Subject on on-board diagnostic (obd) system improvements. *mjs
Bulletin:
990850006
Component:
220000 seats
Summary:
Customers may comment that there appears to be premature wear of the leather material on front and rear seats.*tt
Bulletin:
990864030
Component:
162300 structure:body:door
Summary:
Addressing concerns of cold air entering vehicle around door handles. *tt
Bulletin:
97IDPD18B
Component:
114200 electrical system:wiring:interior/under dash
Summary:
Subject on clusters for 1997-98 vehicles - circuit board update. *tt
Bulletin:
000858002
Component:
162000 structure:body
Summary:
Some customers may comment on undesirable road noise or water noise from the rear seat area. *tt
Bulletin:
000940002
Component:
151100 seat belts:front:anchorage
Summary:
A condition may exist where the front seat shoulder belt is slow to retract when not in use, or not long enough. *tt
Bulletin:
000851001
Component:
135200 visibility:rearview mirrors/devices:exterior
Summary:
Some customers may comment that the black plastic housing around the outside rear view mirror turns chalky or is dull in color. *tt
Bulletin:
876002A
Component:
061100 engine and engine cooling:engine:gasoline
Summary:
Some v6 engines may, on a very infrequent basis, have an oil odor condition that is generally encountered after the engine's oil has been changed.typically the odor lasts approximately 1000 miles after the change of oil and then does not re
Bulletin:
831703
Component:
162000 structure:body
Summary:
On some vehicles, the paint may be wearing off the front door on the inside of the a pillar, where a seal patch is placed over a welded joint. *tt
Bulletin:
000842007
Component:
123000 exterior lighting:tail lights
Summary:
Stop and / or tail lamp may not work correctly, or that the tail lamp has water in it. *tt
Bulletin:
000309003
Component:
022000 suspension:rear
Summary:
Some vehicles built prior to vin breakpoint 1m531582 or 16145701 may exhibit a creak / pop noise coming from the rear of the vehicle. *tt
Bulletin:
121200
Component:
034000 service brakes, hydraulic:foundation components
Summary:
Some customers may comment on a brake pedal rattle or clunk. *tt
Bulletin:
010522001
Component:
034000 service brakes, hydraulic:foundation components
Summary:
Vehicles may experience clunk, rattle noise from the underbody or front suspension. *jb
Bulletin:
240101
Component:
162300 structure:body:door
Summary:
Some customer may comment that the rear doors have high swing effort when opening or closing. *tt
Bulletin:
33
Component:
134000 visibility:sun roof assembly
Summary:
Information on replacing sunroof sunshade stops. *tt
Bulletin:
130301
Component:
061100 engine and engine cooling:engine:gasoline
Summary:
Experiencing a no crank no start, crank no start, no start or a start doesn't run that may be accompanied by a theft system light and / or a service engine soon light. *tt
Bulletin:
150301
Component:
162800 structure:body:hood
Summary:
This message concerns hood cable freezing. some customers may comment that the hood release cable will not open the hood. *tt
Bulletin:
990604005A
Component:
061100 engine and engine cooling:engine:gasoline
Summary:
Some owners may comment on driveability symptons of long or hard starts, chuggle, rough idle and light or intermittent misfire due to clogged fuel injectors. *tt
Bulletin:
010523005
Component:
034520 service brakes, hydraulic:foundation components:disc:pads
Summary:
Information pertaining to proper installation of front brake pads with wear indicator. *tt
Bulletin:
010863003
Component:
162800 structure:body:hood
Summary:
Some customers may comment that when they close the hood, the primary latch does not engage. *tt
Bulletin:
010601010A
Component:
061100 engine and engine cooling:engine:gasoline
Summary:
Subject regarding polymer service pistons. *tt
Bulletin:
000089008A
Component:
980000 unknown or other
Summary:
Some customers may want to tow their vehicle behind another vehicle with all four tires ont he ground. this bulletin provides information regarding recreational (dinghy) towing for certain vehicles including the 1996 through 2000 toyota c
Bulletin:
32
Component:
022000 suspension:rear
Summary:
Customers may complain of a creak or pop noise from the rear of the vehicle, this may occur on turns, on acceleration or deceleration, or on maneuvers that twist the suspension. *slc
Bulletin:
290601
Component:
020000 suspension
Summary:
Concerns with suspension noise.*jb
Bulletin:
010850009
Component:
220000 seats
Summary:
Some owners may comment that the passenger right front seat rattles when unoccupied. *tt
Bulletin:
010308002
Component:
021000 suspension:front
Summary:
Subject regarding front suspension clunk / rattle noise diagnosis. *tt
Bulletin:
010308002
Component:
021000 suspension:front
Summary:
Information regarding front suspension clunk / rattle noise diagnosis. *tt
Bulletin:
010849012
Component:
980000 unknown or other
Summary:
Information on instrument panel compartment lock cylinder replacement procedure *jg
Bulletin:
01014
Component:
136300 visibility:windshield wiper/washer:linkages
Summary:
All gmc dealers please disregard administrative message wia20010111 transmitted 8/7/2001. *yd
Bulletin:
050901
Component:
020000 suspension
Summary:
Some customers may comment of a squawk noise from the front or rear suspension area. *slc
Bulletin:
010308003
Component:
020000 suspension
Summary:
Information regarding squawk noise from front and/or rear suspension. *yh
Bulletin:
071101
Component:
160000 structure
Summary:
Some customers may comment of water leaking into the car on the front floor. *tt
Bulletin:
010602012
Component:
062000 engine and engine cooling:cooling system
Summary:
Some owners may comment on leakage of a few drops of coolant after parking their vehicle. *tt
Bulletin:
010308003A
Component:
020000 suspension
Summary:
Some customers may comment on a squawk noise from the front and/or rear suspension while driving. *tt
Bulletin:
040202
Component:
980000 unknown or other
Summary:
Some customers may comment about an intermittent service vehicle soon light and/or an electronic traction control light off which may illuminate after starting the vehicle with the engine running. *tt
Bulletin:
270202
Component:
980000 unknown or other
Summary:
Some customers may comment of a malfunction indicator light illuminated with stored diagnostic trouble codes p0112, p0113, p1111 or p1112. *tt
Bulletin:
0208116001
Component:
116200 electrical system:ignition:module
Summary:
Subject regarding intermittent communication or serial data diagnostic trouble codes stored in history. *slc
Bulletin:
010849020
Component:
116000 electrical system:ignition
Summary:
Subject regarding revised ignition lock cylinder or ignition switch assembly replacement. *slc
Bulletin:
020866005A
Component:
162700 structure:body:trunk lid
Summary:
Some onwers may comment that the molding along the rear (trunk) compartment opening at the striker is loose or broken. *tt
Bulletin:
020866005
Component:
162000 structure:body
Summary:
Some owners may comment that the molding along the rear (trunk) compartment opening at the striker is loose or broken. *tt
Bulletin:
020601014
Component:
061100 engine and engine cooling:engine:gasoline
Summary:
Subject regarding revised lower intake manifold installation. *tt
Bulletin:
020604011
Component:
116200 electrical system:ignition:module
Summary:
Subject regarding revised diagnostic trouble code p0140. *tt
Bulletin:
020603005
Component:
980000 unknown or other
Summary:
Some customers may comment that the service engine soon light is on. with stored codes p0112, p0113, p1111 or p1112. *tt
Bulletin:
020522001
Component:
034000 service brakes, hydraulic:foundation components
Summary:
Service manual update regarding revised brake specifications. *tt
Bulletin:
000842007B
Component:
123000 exterior lighting:tail lights
Summary:
Some customers may comment that a stop and / or tail lamp may not work correctly, or that the tail lamp has water in it. to include chevrolet classic 2005. *tt
Bulletin:
051502
Component:
034000 service brakes, hydraulic:foundation components
Summary:
Additional information on repeat brake pulsation after an initial brake repair. *tt
Bulletin:
200602
Component:
120000 exterior lighting
Summary:
Some customers may comment that a stop and / or tail lamp may not work correctly or that the lamp assembly has water in it. *tt
Bulletin:
210602
Component:
034000 service brakes, hydraulic:foundation components
Summary:
Information regarding the brake align kit. *tt
Bulletin:
020730050
Component:
100000 power train
Summary:
Engineering changes to the valve body, pressure regulator valve, 2-3 accumulator valve and bore for 2002-2003 model year 4t45e transaxles and subsequent overhaul procedures which affect 1995-2001 model year transaxles. *tt
Bulletin:
010601002A
Component:
061000 engine and engine cooling:engine
Summary:
Revised piston pin removal / installation procedure. *tt
Bulletin:
000523002B
Component:
030000 service brakes, hydraulic
Summary:
Front disc brake pulsation. *tt
Bulletin:
022603
Component:
034520 service brakes, hydraulic:foundation components:disc:pads
Summary:
Brake pad replacement. *tt *jb
Bulletin:
030730021
Component:
100000 power train
Summary:
Neutral flare and/or rpm flare while in drive, no 1-2 upshift, service engine soon (ses) light illuminated, diagnostic trouble codes (dtcs) p1810, diagnostic trouble code p1815 set. *tt
Bulletin:
010303
Component:
106000 power train:axle assembly
Summary:
Information used when servicing the drive axle nut. *tt
Bulletin:
030867004
Component:
134000 visibility:sun roof assembly
Summary:
Parts availability for sunroof repairs. *tt
Bulletin:
000089008B
Component:
980000 unknown or other
Summary:
Some customers may want to tow their vehicle behind another vehicle with all four tires ont he ground. this bulletin provides information regarding recreational (dinghy) towing for certain vehicles including 1988-2004 chevrolet and gmc li
Bulletin:
030849015
Component:
091200 fuel system, other:storage:fuel gauge system
Summary:
Fuel gauge needle reset procedure after battery disconnect/replacement with key in on position. *tt
Bulletin:
030232049
Component:
017500 steering:linkages:tie rod assembly
Summary:
Release of new outer tie rod ends for service. *tt
Bulletin:
000089008E
Component:
980000 unknown or other
Summary:
Some customers may want to tow their vehicle behind another vehicle with all four tires ont he ground. this bulletin provides information regarding recreational (dinghy) towing for certain vehicles including 1988-2004 chevrolet and gmc li
Bulletin:
030730021A
Component:
103000 power train:automatic transmission
Summary:
Neutral flare and/or rpm flare while in drive, no 1-2 upshift, service engine soon (ses) light illuminated, diagnostic trouble codes (dtcs) p1810, diagnostic trouble code p1815 set. *tt
Bulletin:
00966B
Component:
046300 service brakes, air:antilock:wheel speed sensor
Summary:
Abs front wheel speed codes - jumper harness. *tt
Bulletin:
00966
Component:
046300 service brakes, air:antilock:wheel speed sensor
Summary:
Anti-lock braking system (abs) front wheel speed codes - jumper harness. *tt
Bulletin:
04152004
Component:
046300 service brakes, air:antilock:wheel speed sensor
Summary:
Vehicles may set anyone or a combination of front-wheel speed sensor anti-lock brake system codes as intermittent or hard failures. gm voicemail express. *tt
Bulletin:
10172002
Component:
061000 engine and engine cooling:engine
Summary:
Engine starts and immediately stalls and then can be restarted and will run normally. *tt
Bulletin:
3121
Component:
353600 equipment:air conditioner
Summary:
Hvac will change from recirc mode to fresh air mode when driving. *sc
Bulletin:
000842007
Component:
123000 exterior lighting:tail lights
Summary:
Stop tail lamp inoperative or intermittent and or water in lamp. *eh
Bulletin:
01292004
Component:
015000 steering:hydraulic power assist system
Summary:
Power steering gear lower pinion bearing, safety recall 03062. *tt
Bulletin:
050523001
Component:
030000 service brakes, hydraulic
Summary:
Revised brake system specifications. *tt
Bulletin:
060235019
Component:
012000 steering:column
Summary:
Revised tilt steering wheel and column fastener tightening specifications. *kb
Bulletin:
070201
Component:
040000 service brakes, air
Summary:
Incorrect outer backing plate. outer backing plate has short centre protusion. outer backing plate should have tall center protrusion. *kb
Bulletin:
070941006
Component:
141100 air bags:frontal:sensor/control module
Summary:
Sdm reprogram - class action settlement (u.s. only). *nj
Bulletin:
4615
Component:
040000 service brakes, air
Summary:
Abs pump running when not needed. *nj
Bulletin:
070730025
Component:
103000 power train:automatic transmission
Summary:
Information on 4t40-e (mn4) and 4t45-e (mn5) front wheel drive automatic transmission valve body reconditioning, dtc p0741, p0742, p0751, p0752, p0756, p0757, p1811, harsh shifts, slips, no drive, no reverse. *nj
Bulletin:
16NA260
Component:
353400 equipment:electrical:radio/tape deck/cd etc.
Summary:
This technical bulletin provides a procedure to reprogram the media disc player with the latest calibrations to correct a condition of the rear entertainment system not operating as intended in colder ambient temperature areas due to calibr
Bulletin:
PIC5913
Component:
110000 electrical system
Summary:
This preliminary information communication provides information to the technician about vehicles that have a supplemental inflatable restraint lamp, service vehicle soon lamp on and/or radio locked, possibly after module replacement. techni
Bulletin:
PIP4723B
Component:
118000 electrical system: software
Summary:
This preliminary information communicates to the dealer the process for downloading or updating operating software for the tire pressure monitor, active fuel injector tester, multi media tester, pico scope, gr8 starting/charging tester and
Bulletin:
PIC4696A
Component:
353100 equipment:electrical:anti-theft devices
Summary:
This preliminary information communication provides information to the technician on how to unlock radios that are delco theftlock. technician will use the radio to get the scrambled code. technician will need to contact the radio unlock ce
Bulletin:
PIC4696B
Component:
353100 equipment:electrical:anti-theft devices
Summary:
This preliminary information communication provides information to the technician on how to unlock radios that are delco theftlock. technician will use the radio to get the scrambled code. technician will need to contact the radio unlock ce
Bulletin:
05-06-04-035D
Component:
070000 fuel system, gasoline
Summary:
This informational bulletin provides the technician with information on what e85 fuel may due to a non e85 vehicle.
Bulletin:
17-NA-073
Component:
355200 equipment:other:owners/service/other manual
Summary:
This warranty administration bulletin provides policy information with the field action courtesy transportation policy.
Bulletin:
PIC4696C
Component:
150000 seat belts
Summary:
This preliminary information communication provides information to the technician on how to unlock radios that are delco theftlock. technician will use the radio to get the scrambled code. technician will need to contact the radio unlock ce

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