1997 Chevrolet Malibu: ABS light or ABS activating

Filed Jan 28, 2005 · Brakes, Electrical · WI

I have a 1997 chevrolet malibu and my sister has a 1997 chevrolet venture. We both experience the same instances with our vehichles. The check engine light will come on frequently, the ABS brake light will come one frequently. It happens to my car, the 97 chevrolet malibu every other time I turn on my car. I have to turn it off, and then restart it and then the lights go off. When the light is on, the ABS brakes do not work. My sister got her 1997 chevrolet venture looked at and fixed and they said that it was a sensor. I find it odd that we both have the same problems. Is there a recall on any electrical device or sensor? Please let me know.

Filed Jul 12, 2004 · Brakes, Engine · 14,000 miles · IN

I bought a 1997-malibu ls brand new. Before it turned 14,000 miles had to have work done on brakes. Before even turning 30,000 miles I had to replace a complete brake job, (2nd set) tires, water pump, wheel cylinders, my head lights pop on, and I have a little over 33,000 miles.the dealer were I bought the car said unless they see the lights pop on.they could do nothing. Gm sent out a recall. Which I did take my car into dealer. I took it to the dealer I bought it from a few times.I moved back to indiana and took it to coyle chevrolet in new albany. I have had nothing but problems with this car.both dealers said there was nothing I could do as a consumer..I am mad as hell-and feel I was ripped off, and will not recommend to no one to ever buy a malibu. I had one in 1969. And, it was the best car. When you pay around $25,000.00 for a new car-you would think you would not have all the brake trouble. I to this day do not feel safe with these brakes. I am a single women and thought by buying a new car I would feel safer. Please check into this. As soon as I can afford to get rid of this car I plan too. I have spent several hundred dollars on out of pocket repairs. Battery-2 brake jobs-ABS brakes-wheel cylinders-roaries-water pump.

Filed Jul 9, 2004 · Brakes, Engine · 125,358 miles · MI

Engine check light and the ABS light illuminated while driving. Vehicle been to a repair shop on 3 separate occasions, and the problem had not been resolved. Vehicle had its gas tank cap replaced, and the brake system was overhauled. But problem recurred.

Filed Sep 16, 2003 · Brakes, Electrical · 361,620 miles · AL

Abs light comes on after I lose brake. Chronic problems associated with this year vehicle are ABS sensor, belt tensioner breaks away, cooling system heat controls, wiring to the rear lights. These are problems that this year model has that should be recalled. Especially when the break sensor goes out and brakes are lost. Why has nothing been done to force chevrolet to fix these problems? It is not just one car but all of 1997 malibu that has the problem. It is a definite safety issue.

Filed Mar 21, 2003 · Electrical · 32,000 miles · IL · crash

The vehicles computer system malfunctioned. The warning lights for ABS brakes and anti theft would come on frequently. Finally the dealer replaced the computer control module.

Filed Dec 12, 2002 · Brakes · ME

Excessive brake pad wear, and noise. Abs light on and off. Mechanic questioned wiring problem coming from wheel bearing to ABS light which could not be found. When ABS light is on the vehicle has no antilock brakes.

Filed Oct 11, 2002 · Brakes · CA

When I purchased the car it was one year old and had 27,000 miles on it. The ABS light and squeaking brakes were a problem from day one. I have replaced the brakes on this vehicle 2 times a year since I bought it. In october, 2000 the brake pedal would go all the way to the floor. The dealer who sold me the car said the system had been contaminated. I do not do my own repairs and the shops deny they contaminated the brake sys. Is it possible that there is a leak into the ABS system from another part of the engine? After my entire brake system was replaced in 2000 I did not have the ABS failure until midas did an oil change in jan 2001. Mr

Filed Aug 6, 2002 · Brakes · NV

While traveling on highway and without prior warning ABS braking light appeared on dashboard. Dealership was aware of problem.

Filed Jun 23, 2002 · Brakes · UT

While driving at 55 MPH I had to stop for a car, the brakes failed,( brake clear to the floor) I had to drive into the bar pit to avoid a collision. I have had the vehicle to a gm authoriized service department 3 times to have them fixed because of how slow it stops. Brake pads were replaced, calipers replaced, everything was done to the brakes that they could. The brakes failed after the brakes on the wheel were in working order. I think the ABS system is going out.!

Filed May 28, 2002 · Airbags, Brakes · OK

I have had to change the front disc brakes at least 5 times and the rotors twice in the 2 years since I have owned the vehicle. The air bag sensor has not been functional since 1 month after I bought the vehicle. It also has a problem with the ABS system, causing the brakes to wear so fast. I believe the system should be recalled due to safety issues. I have checked on the internet with other owners and most of them have the same issues with the brakes as I do.

Filed Jun 9, 2001 · Brakes, Steering · FL

Abs light comes on when making slow turns. When car is re-started the light goes out until another slow turn is made. This happens 5-6 tim.es a week.

Filed May 23, 2001 · Brakes · PA

When driving ABS braking light comes on dashboard intermittently. Brake light goes off when consumer turns vehicle off.