2007 CHEVROLET MALIBU MAXX Recalls (8)

Campaign:
14V224000 on 04/29/2014
Component:
Power train:automatic transmission
Manufactured:
06/24/2003 - 04/04/2007
Affected:
1,131,113
Defect:
General motors llc (gm) notified the agency on april 29, 2014, that they are recalling 56,214 model year 2007 and 2008 saturn aura vehicles. on may 22, 2014, gm increased the recall to include an additional 1,074,899 model year 2004-2008 chevrolet malibu vehicles manufactured from may 16, 2003, through october 5, 2007, model year 2004-2007 malibu maxx vehicles manufactured from june 25, 2003, through april 5, 2007, and model year 2005-2008 pontiac g6 vehicles manufactured from may 26, 2004, through september 28, 2007, and equipped with 4-speed transmissions. the total number vehicles being recalled is now 1,131,113.
Consequence:
If the transmission shift cable fractures while the vehicle is being driven, the transmission gear selection may not match the indicated gear and the vehicle may move in an unintended or unexpected direction, increasing the risk of a crash. furthermore, when the driver goes to stop and park the vehicle, despite selecting the 'park' position, the transmission may not be in 'park.' if the vehicle is not in the "park" position there is a risk the vehicle will roll away as the driver and other occupants exit the vehicle or anytime thereafter. a vehicle rollaway increases the risk of injury to exiting occupants and bystanders.
Correction:
Gm will notify owners, and gm dealers will replace the shift cable assembly and mounting bracket, free of charge. the manufacturer has not yet provided a notification schedule. owners may contact general motors at 1-800-553-6000. gm's number for this recall is 14152.
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.
Campaign:
14V224000 on 04/29/2014
Component:
Power train:automatic transmission:lever and linkage:floor shift
Manufactured:
06/24/2003 - 04/04/2007
Affected:
1,131,113
Defect:
General motors llc (gm) notified the agency on april 29, 2014, that they are recalling 56,214 model year 2007 and 2008 saturn aura vehicles. on may 22, 2014, gm increased the recall to include an additional 1,074,899 model year 2004-2008 chevrolet malibu vehicles manufactured from may 16, 2003, through october 5, 2007, model year 2004-2007 malibu maxx vehicles manufactured from june 25, 2003, through april 5, 2007, and model year 2005-2008 pontiac g6 vehicles manufactured from may 26, 2004, through september 28, 2007, and equipped with 4-speed transmissions. the total number vehicles being recalled is now 1,131,113.
Consequence:
If the transmission shift cable fractures while the vehicle is being driven, the transmission gear selection may not match the indicated gear and the vehicle may move in an unintended or unexpected direction, increasing the risk of a crash. furthermore, when the driver goes to stop and park the vehicle, despite selecting the 'park' position, the transmission may not be in 'park.' if the vehicle is not in the "park" position there is a risk the vehicle will roll away as the driver and other occupants exit the vehicle or anytime thereafter. a vehicle rollaway increases the risk of injury to exiting occupants and bystanders.
Correction:
Gm will notify owners, and gm dealers will replace the shift cable assembly and mounting bracket, free of charge. the manufacturer has not yet provided a notification schedule. owners may contact general motors at 1-800-553-6000. gm's number for this recall is 14152.
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.
Campaign:
14V252000 on 05/14/2014
Component:
Service brakes, hydraulic:switches:brake light
Manufactured:
04/03/2006 - 04/04/2007
Affected:
2,440,524
Defect:
General motors llc (gm) is recalling certain model year 2004-2012 chevrolet malibu vehicles manufactured may 16, 2003, through october 11, 2012, 2004-2007 malibu maxx vehicles manufactured june 25, 2003, through april 5, 2007, 2005-2010 pontiac g6 vehicles manufactured may 26, 2004, through january 4, 2010, and 2007-2010 saturn aura vehicles manufactured april 24, 2006, through may 26, 2009. in the affected vehicles, increased resistance in the body control module (bcm) connection may result in voltage fluctuations in the brake apply sensor (bas) circuit. these fluctuations can cause one or more of these conditions: the brake lights to illuminate without the brake pedal being pushed; the brake lights to not illuminate when the pedal is pushed; difficulty disengaging the cruise control; moving the gear shifter out of the 'park' position without pushing the brake; and disablement of crash avoidance features such as traction control, electronic stability control, and panic braking assist features.
Consequence:
Any of the above failure conditions increases the risk of a crash.
Correction:
Gm will notify owners, and dealers will attach the wiring harness to the bcm with a spacer, apply dielectric lubricant to both the bcm and harness connector and the bas and harness connector, and will relearn the brake pedal home position, free of charge. the manufacturer distributed an interim letter to customers on july 14, 2014. the recall began on august 18, 2014. owners may contact general motors customer service at 1-800-222-1020 (chevrolet), 1-800-762-2737 (pontiac), 1-800-553-6000 (saturn). gm's number for this recall is 13036.
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.
Campaign:
14V252000 on 05/14/2014
Component:
Electrical system:wiring
Manufactured:
04/03/2006 - 04/04/2007
Affected:
2,440,524
Defect:
General motors llc (gm) is recalling certain model year 2004-2012 chevrolet malibu vehicles manufactured may 16, 2003, through october 11, 2012, 2004-2007 malibu maxx vehicles manufactured june 25, 2003, through april 5, 2007, 2005-2010 pontiac g6 vehicles manufactured may 26, 2004, through january 4, 2010, and 2007-2010 saturn aura vehicles manufactured april 24, 2006, through may 26, 2009. in the affected vehicles, increased resistance in the body control module (bcm) connection may result in voltage fluctuations in the brake apply sensor (bas) circuit. these fluctuations can cause one or more of these conditions: the brake lights to illuminate without the brake pedal being pushed; the brake lights to not illuminate when the pedal is pushed; difficulty disengaging the cruise control; moving the gear shifter out of the 'park' position without pushing the brake; and disablement of crash avoidance features such as traction control, electronic stability control, and panic braking assist features.
Consequence:
Any of the above failure conditions increases the risk of a crash.
Correction:
Gm will notify owners, and dealers will attach the wiring harness to the bcm with a spacer, apply dielectric lubricant to both the bcm and harness connector and the bas and harness connector, and will relearn the brake pedal home position, free of charge. the manufacturer distributed an interim letter to customers on july 14, 2014. the recall began on august 18, 2014. owners may contact general motors customer service at 1-800-222-1020 (chevrolet), 1-800-762-2737 (pontiac), 1-800-553-6000 (saturn). gm's number for this recall is 13036.
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.
Campaign:
14V252000 on 05/14/2014
Component:
Exterior lighting:brake lights
Manufactured:
04/03/2006 - 04/04/2007
Affected:
2,440,524
Defect:
General motors llc (gm) is recalling certain model year 2004-2012 chevrolet malibu vehicles manufactured may 16, 2003, through october 11, 2012, 2004-2007 malibu maxx vehicles manufactured june 25, 2003, through april 5, 2007, 2005-2010 pontiac g6 vehicles manufactured may 26, 2004, through january 4, 2010, and 2007-2010 saturn aura vehicles manufactured april 24, 2006, through may 26, 2009. in the affected vehicles, increased resistance in the body control module (bcm) connection may result in voltage fluctuations in the brake apply sensor (bas) circuit. these fluctuations can cause one or more of these conditions: the brake lights to illuminate without the brake pedal being pushed; the brake lights to not illuminate when the pedal is pushed; difficulty disengaging the cruise control; moving the gear shifter out of the 'park' position without pushing the brake; and disablement of crash avoidance features such as traction control, electronic stability control, and panic braking assist features.
Consequence:
Any of the above failure conditions increases the risk of a crash.
Correction:
Gm will notify owners, and dealers will attach the wiring harness to the bcm with a spacer, apply dielectric lubricant to both the bcm and harness connector and the bas and harness connector, and will relearn the brake pedal home position, free of charge. the manufacturer distributed an interim letter to customers on july 14, 2014. the recall began on august 18, 2014. owners may contact general motors customer service at 1-800-222-1020 (chevrolet), 1-800-762-2737 (pontiac), 1-800-553-6000 (saturn). gm's number for this recall is 13036.
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.
Campaign:
14V252000 on 05/14/2014
Component:
Vehicle speed control:cruise control
Manufactured:
04/03/2006 - 04/04/2007
Affected:
2,440,524
Defect:
General motors llc (gm) is recalling certain model year 2004-2012 chevrolet malibu vehicles manufactured may 16, 2003, through october 11, 2012, 2004-2007 malibu maxx vehicles manufactured june 25, 2003, through april 5, 2007, 2005-2010 pontiac g6 vehicles manufactured may 26, 2004, through january 4, 2010, and 2007-2010 saturn aura vehicles manufactured april 24, 2006, through may 26, 2009. in the affected vehicles, increased resistance in the body control module (bcm) connection may result in voltage fluctuations in the brake apply sensor (bas) circuit. these fluctuations can cause one or more of these conditions: the brake lights to illuminate without the brake pedal being pushed; the brake lights to not illuminate when the pedal is pushed; difficulty disengaging the cruise control; moving the gear shifter out of the 'park' position without pushing the brake; and disablement of crash avoidance features such as traction control, electronic stability control, and panic braking assist features.
Consequence:
Any of the above failure conditions increases the risk of a crash.
Correction:
Gm will notify owners, and dealers will attach the wiring harness to the bcm with a spacer, apply dielectric lubricant to both the bcm and harness connector and the bas and harness connector, and will relearn the brake pedal home position, free of charge. the manufacturer distributed an interim letter to customers on july 14, 2014. the recall began on august 18, 2014. owners may contact general motors customer service at 1-800-222-1020 (chevrolet), 1-800-762-2737 (pontiac), 1-800-553-6000 (saturn). gm's number for this recall is 13036.
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.
Campaign:
14V252000 on 05/14/2014
Component:
Electronic stability control
Manufactured:
04/03/2006 - 04/04/2007
Affected:
2,440,524
Defect:
General motors llc (gm) is recalling certain model year 2004-2012 chevrolet malibu vehicles manufactured may 16, 2003, through october 11, 2012, 2004-2007 malibu maxx vehicles manufactured june 25, 2003, through april 5, 2007, 2005-2010 pontiac g6 vehicles manufactured may 26, 2004, through january 4, 2010, and 2007-2010 saturn aura vehicles manufactured april 24, 2006, through may 26, 2009. in the affected vehicles, increased resistance in the body control module (bcm) connection may result in voltage fluctuations in the brake apply sensor (bas) circuit. these fluctuations can cause one or more of these conditions: the brake lights to illuminate without the brake pedal being pushed; the brake lights to not illuminate when the pedal is pushed; difficulty disengaging the cruise control; moving the gear shifter out of the 'park' position without pushing the brake; and disablement of crash avoidance features such as traction control, electronic stability control, and panic braking assist features.
Consequence:
Any of the above failure conditions increases the risk of a crash.
Correction:
Gm will notify owners, and dealers will attach the wiring harness to the bcm with a spacer, apply dielectric lubricant to both the bcm and harness connector and the bas and harness connector, and will relearn the brake pedal home position, free of charge. the manufacturer distributed an interim letter to customers on july 14, 2014. the recall began on august 18, 2014. owners may contact general motors customer service at 1-800-222-1020 (chevrolet), 1-800-762-2737 (pontiac), 1-800-553-6000 (saturn). gm's number for this recall is 13036.
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.
Campaign:
15V064000 on 02/03/2015
Component:
Steering:electric power assist system
Manufactured:
03/31/2006 - 06/29/2006
Affected:
69,633
Defect:
General motors llc (gm) is recalling certain model year 2006-2007 chevrolet malibu and malibu maxx vehicles manufactured april 1, 2006, to june 30, 2006, and 2006-2007 pontiac g6 vehicles manufactured april 18, 2006, to june 30, 2006. in the affected vehicles, there may be a sudden loss of electric power steering (eps) assist that could occur at any time while driving.
Consequence:
If power steering assist is lost, greater driver effort would be required to steer the vehicle at low speeds, increasing the risk of a crash.
Correction:
Gm will notify owners, and dealers will replace the torque sensor assembly, free of charge. the recall began february 24, 2015. owners may contact chevrolet customer service at 1-800-222-1020 or pontiac customer service at 1-800-762-2737. gm's number for this recall is 14772. note: this is an expansion of recall 14v-153 to cover additional vehicles built between april 1, 2006 and june 30, 2006.
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.

2007 CHEVROLET MALIBU MAXX TSBs (45)

Bulletin:
PIC-4658
Component:
031000 service brakes, hydraulic:pedals and linkages
Summary:
Adjustable pedals will not adjust inoperative. *nj updated 3/13/09. *pe updated 8/1/11. *pe
Bulletin:
PIC-4330A
Component:
031000 service brakes, hydraulic:pedals and linkages
Summary:
Gmc: unable to relearn the brake pedal position (bpp) sensor. have difficulty performing the brake pedal position (bpp) relearn. models chevrolets, pontiacs and saturns. *pe
Bulletin:
PIC--4330B
Component:
031000 service brakes, hydraulic:pedals and linkages
Summary:
Chevrolet: unable to relearn the brake pedal position (bpp) sensor. *pe
Bulletin:
SB-08-09-41-002C
Component:
140000 air bags
Summary:
General motors: diagnostic information for intermittent restraints, air bag (sir) indicator/lamp on with dtc(s) b0012, b0013, b0016, b0016, b0019, b0020, b0022, b0023, b0026, b0033, b0040, b0042 or b0044 set. this may be caused by a loose,
Bulletin:
SB-09-06-04-007A
Component:
061000 engine and engine cooling:engine
Summary:
Saturn/pontiac/chevrolet: the fuel gauge does not rise above the 3/4 mark after a fill up or the fuel gauge appears stuck. an illumination of the check engine light. on rare occasions, the fuel gauge does not read the correct level which
Bulletin:
SB-07-06-04-023A
Component:
061000 engine and engine cooling:engine
Summary:
Chevrolet/saturn: difficulty filling fuel tank, mil/ses light illuminated dtc p0446 - evaporative emissions (evap) vent system performance (inspect/clean evap canister vent valve solenoid and install screen). *pe
Bulletin:
SB-08-05-22-009A
Component:
032100 service brakes, hydraulic:switches:brake light
Summary:
Chevrolet/pontiac/saturn: intermittently brake lights (stop lamps) do not function correctly, extended travel to shift out of park, cruise control inoperative, dtcs c0161/c0277 set (perform repair as outlined). *pe updated 5/11/11.
Bulletin:
SB-09-02-35-006
Component:
012000 steering:column
Summary:
Chevrolet/pontiac/saturn: steering column tilt wheel release lever inoperative/broken (replace tilt wheel release lever kit and/or release lever retainer (tilt teeth)). *pe
Bulletin:
SB-10183
Component:
016000 steering:electric power assist system
Summary:
Saturn\pontiac\chevrolet service campaign: see document search button for owner letter. special coverage adjustment-power steering assist. some vehicles equipped with electric power steering may experience a loss of power steering assist
Bulletin:
05-09-40-002E
Component:
151200 seat belts:front:webbing
Summary:
Gm: service bulletin explaining when the safety belts are supposed to lock. *rm updated 12/6/11. *pe
Bulletin:
PIT-3749D
Component:
161000 structure:frame and members
Summary:
Gm: on some truck models there is some frame corrosion. *rm updated on 5/2/2012. *kb
Bulletin:
SB-15-08-45-001
Component:
026000 traction control system
Summary:
Pontiac/saturn/chevrolet: some vehicles are experiencing multiple issues/symptoms caused by body harness hard contact against floor edge panel under left rear seat cushion. model 2004-12 malibu, malibu maxx, 2007-09 aura, 2005-10 g6.
Bulletin:
SB-0000191931-A
Component:
125000 exterior lighting:brake lights
Summary:
Summary to be provided on a future date.
Bulletin:
SB-03-07-29-004K
Component:
102000 power train:manual transmission
Summary:
This informational bulletin provide information on the operating characteristics of a manual transmission.
Bulletin:
PI-0754-B
Component:
132000 visibility:glass, side/rear
Summary:
This informational bulletin provides information on a normal condition on tempered glass of spots showing on the rear and side windows when the vehicle is in the sunlight.
Bulletin:
SB-07-06-01-016C
Component:
060000 engine (pws)
Summary:
This informational bulletin provides information internal engine noise or damage after oil filter replacement
Bulletin:
SB-06-08-47-001L
Component:
118000 electrical system: software
Summary:
This informational bulletin provides warranty information on using the service programming system (sps) for programming control modules
Bulletin:
SB-03-06-03-004Q
Component:
111000 electrical system:battery
Summary:
This warranty administration bulletin provide policy information on using the el-50313 midtronics gr8 battery tester/charger for diagnosing battery replacements and maintaining batteries on new vehicles in dealer inventory.
Bulletin:
SB-15-06-03-001B
Component:
111000 electrical system:battery
Summary:
This informational bulletin provides information that may be useful on diagnosing batteries that have set for a long period of time and/or set in cold weather climates and testing those batteries.
Bulletin:
PIC-5260-A
Component:
110000 electrical system
Summary:
This preliminary information communication advises the technician the steps on diagnosing the concern. vehicle's sunroof operation intermittent, bind, noise, auto-reverse, and/or water leaks.
Bulletin:
PIC-5050-A
Component:
110000 electrical system
Summary:
This preliminary information communication advises the technician the steps on repairing the concern. a customer may identify a concern of unable to reactivate a vehicle's onstar that has been previously disabled by onstar. dealer is to ca
Bulletin:
PIC-4935-E
Component:
110000 electrical system
Summary:
This preliminary information communication provides information to help the dealership technicians perform a parasitic drain test for the onstar module. when performing battery parasitic drain test, there may be some confusion as to what th
Bulletin:
PIC-5374-D
Component:
353500 equipment:electrical:navigational system(global positioning system)
Summary:
This preliminary information communication advises the technician on the steps to diagnose and repair the concern of receiving frequent "off route" messages while following turn by turn (tbt) route navigation. the technician is provided in
Bulletin:
16NA241
Component:
110000 electrical system
Summary:
This technical bulletin provides a procedure to check the cylinders for damaged pistons and determine if the use of aftermarket calibrations or performance parts may be the cause.
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:
000601012F
Component:
060000 engine (pws)
Summary:
This informational bulletin provides information to gm dealers on the correct cleaning methods when cleaning engine gasket sealing surfaces.
Bulletin:
000601026I
Component:
060000 engine (pws)
Summary:
This informational bulletins provides information on the intake manifold inspection/replacement after servere internal engine damage.
Bulletin:
030603004R
Component:
060000 engine (pws)
Summary:
This informational bulletin provides information on how to test a battery and what is needed to warranty a battery.
Bulletin:
030604017I
Component:
061200 engine and engine cooling:engine:diesel
Summary:
This informational bulletin explains the use of diesel fuel additives in an engine, are not required unless the customer desires additives to prevent fuel concerns depending on fuel or temperature related conditions.
Bulletin:
PI1394A
Component:
060000 engine (pws)
Summary:
This informational bulletin provides additional information on how to install pistons and suggest what tools to use.
Bulletin:
PIP4786C
Component:
060000 engine and engine cooling
Summary:
This preliminary information communication provides information to the technician about vehicles that may have low oil pressure message. technician may also find a diagnostic trouble code p0521 in the engine control module. technician shoul
Bulletin:
PIT5074J
Component:
110000 electrical system
Summary:
This preliminary information communication provides information to the technician about the use of j-35616-64b terminal test probe, replacement terminals, and terminated leads. the j-35616-64b is the latest test probe released for checking
Bulletin:
PIC4707E
Component:
353000 equipment:electrical
Summary:
This preliminary information communication advises the technician to diagnose the concern and the steps to repair the concern. the vehicle's xm travel link may be inopertive.
Bulletin:
PIC4935E
Component:
110000 electrical system
Summary:
This preliminary information communication provides information to help the dealership technicians perform a parasitic drain test for the onstar module. when performing battery parasitic drain test, there may be some confusion as to what th
Bulletin:
PIC5050A
Component:
353000 equipment:electrical
Summary:
This preliminary information communication advises the technician the steps on repairing the concern. a customer may identify a concern of unable to reactivate a vehicle's onstar that has been previously disabled by onstar. dealer is to ca
Bulletin:
PIC5088F
Component:
353400 equipment:electrical:radio/tape deck/cd etc.
Summary:
This preliminary information communication advises the technician on the steps to diagnose and repair the concern. the vehicle's xm radio only has xm preveiw channels.
Bulletin:
PIC5260A
Component:
130000 visibility
Summary:
This preliminary information communication advises the technician the steps on diagnosing the concern. vehicle's sunroof operation intermittent, bind, noise, auto-reverse, and/or water leaks.
Bulletin:
PIC5374D
Component:
353500 equipment:electrical:navigational system(global positioning system)
Summary:
This preliminary information communication advises the technician on the steps to diagnose and repair the concern of receiving frequent "off route" messages while following turn by turn (tbt) route navigation. the technician is provided in
Bulletin:
PIT5389A
Component:
353500 equipment:electrical:navigational system(global positioning system)
Summary:
This preliminary information communication advises the technician on the steps for diagnosing the concern. the vehicle may be unable to connect to onstar using the white, blue or red onstar buttons.
Bulletin:
PIT5485B
Component:
110000 electrical system
Summary:
This preliminary information communication advises the technician if unable to place an onstar call in the ignition on mode after the onstar canada upgrade, to contact the gm technical assistance center onstar group for further assistance.
Bulletin:
PIT5485A
Component:
110000 electrical system
Summary:
This preliminary information communication advises the technician, if unable to place an onstar call in the ignition on mode after the onstar canada upgrade to contact the gm technical assistance center onstar group for further assistance.
Bulletin:
PI0373A
Component:
135000 visibility:rearview mirrors/devices
Summary:
This preliminary informational bulletin provides a procedure for relearning the power folding mirriors and road testin to verify they correct a condtion of the power folding mirriors glass shakes, flutters at normal driving conditions.
Bulletin:
PIT3271G
Component:
350000 equipment
Summary:
This preliminary information communication provides information to the technician about changing the tire and wheel size on vehicles. general motors will only support a tire calibration for tires that have been sized, tested and designed fo
Bulletin:
GCUS-9-3664
Component:
030000 brakes (pws)
Summary:
16188 special coverage. some vehicles may have a condition where increased resistance in the body control module (bcm) connection system can result in voltage fluctuations or intermittency in the brake apply sensor (bas) circuit that can ca
Bulletin:
08-05-22-009D
Component:
103000 power train:automatic transmission
Summary:
This bulletin directs to 08-05-22-009c

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