Whenever brakes were applied in an emergency situation/sudden stop, it caused vehicle to go out of control. Vehicle been in/out of dealer shop on four occasions, and nothing could be found.
1999 Chevrolet Malibu brakes complaints
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I have researched this matter on the web and found others who have had the same problem with the warped brake rotors on gmc cars. This seems to be an issue with the chevrolet malibu and her sisters who share the same platform. I believe that gmc is aware that there is a design problem with these cars. No one at the dealership seemed surprised that the rotors were warped. I would like to know just how many brake rotors have been replaced on the malibu's, buick regal's, and cutlasses. I think you would find a pattern here if it was researched. Consumers are being misled by dealers as well. I was first told by one dealer that there was no problem with the brakes it was just the way the car stopped with ABS, but another dealer admitted to the warped rotors, but informed me that I would have to pay for them. The last straw was the customer service person at gm who told me its all part of normal wear and tear. I told him that I didn't think so on a car that had 13800 miles on it.
When applying brakes there is a shimmy in the steering wheel. Contacted dealer, and they replaced front brake rotors. Had to take back vehicle to dealer for the same problems on 3-mar-2000 at 16800 miles, and dealer replaced rotors again.
While driving vehicle experienced a flutter with the rotors. Took to dealer and they said front rotors were warped.
Anytime when applying brakes they pulsate/ vibrate had the rotors turned at the dealership. But, is still having problems with brakes.
Car shakes when brakes applied at normal driving speeds. Was told by love chevrolet's service man that they were having problems with the brakes on these cars. It seems that will have to repair rotors every 8,000 miles or live with the problem.
When applying brakes vehicle pulsates and sometimes vehicle veers to left or right, and wont stop. Dealer says it's normal.
Braking system malfunctioned, causing extended stopping distance which may result in a crash. Dealer cannot determine the cause of the problem. *ak
When driving the car upon putting on the brakes the car shakes and vibrates. Sometimes it is violent enough that it is hard to control. This has happened three times. I have had the car fixed twice and waiting for an appointment to have it fixed again. The lights also go dim when you roll the windows down. This was a program car when we purchased it. I need a dependable car for me and my family. Something that I do not believe that this car is.
When applying the brakes the vehicle would begin to surge then shake and shimmy making steering difficult the rotors were turned and worked fine for about 3000 mi. Then the same problem occurred the rotors were then replaced while at the dealership we learned that they were having a lot of this type of problem with the malibu and grand am . We were also informed that the warranty on the rotors was only for 17000 mi. Rather than the 36000 mi. Shown in the warranty book.
Due to the excessive wear of the brake rotors and pads, when traveling and upon depressing the brake pedal to make a normal stop, consumer noticed a griding sound coming from the front end. Also, there was vibration within the steering column. Consumer has contacted the dealer, dealer has replaced brake rotors and pads. Problem still occurs. Please provide any further details.
Problems with brakes since car was new, engine oil leaks, electrical problems
I have had this malibu in the shop 7 times for the engine check light coming on security system for 3 or 4 times that is working now brakes that has failed 2 times in the last 3 weeks and I am scared to drive it I have got 2 little children and I am scared to get it my own car what I thought was safe to drive when I got it.
In extreme cold weather brakes will become hard which is extends the braking distance by 2 to 3 times longer. Cause is unknown.
At less than 3000 miles car started to lose power in acceleration. And transmission started shifting roughly. Has now been to dealership 5 times for the same problem. My children and I have almost gotten ran over by other automobiles numerous times, simply because the car would not go. While the car was in for the 2nd repair of the clock spring they broke the tilt lever and scratched trim on steering column. Tires are wearing unevenly dealer stated this was normal for a malibu. This car has been nothing but problems since the first day. I have driven more loaner cars than I have my own that I continue to make payments on. Most of the miles on my car has been due to repeated visits to the shop. I am very unhappy with this car, the dealership, the service dept., and the way gm has handled the case. *ak( dot number: 93t m + s tire size: p2155or15 )
Driver's side restraint lock up when the brakes are applied in normal stopping. Also, vehicle experiences extended stopping distance intermittently when brakes are applied. Dealer has inspected the vehicle . *ak with out jumping on the breaks the driver side seat belt will lock up, so you can't look to left side to get into lane or get on hwy on ramps.
When applying the brakes vehicle shakes excessively due to bad rotors. Dealer can not remedy the problem.
Front end shakes due to defective front rotors. Also, steering wheel locks up due to defective power steering pump.
When applying the brakes steering wheel and the front end of the car shakes, causing the driver to lose control of the vehicle. This is due to excessive wear of the brake rotors. Dealer has turned the rotors twice. And the problem still exists.
This is a 6-month old vehicle. Rotors have been sanded down once. Butrotors cause brakes to pulsate when the pedal is applied. The rotors are at the stage where they are going to be replaced. Dealer has been contacted.
While driving the brakes are wearing down and had to be replaced every 6-8 weeks because of the whinnig in the brakes.dealer was contacted and was aware of the problem, but there was no recall. Please provide any futher information.
The consumer was driving at 70 MPH and applied the brakes, pedal was soft, and the vehicle kept going at 70 MPH and then slowed down. Vehicle had no steering and the brake pedal was shaking. In low speed when applying the brakes, they wore out and the rotors have been replaced five times. Dealer can't determine the cause of the problem.
Possible brake failure caused brake pedal go to the floor when applied, almost resulted in collision.
Have current case number with chevy
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The cruise control was set for 70mph when the front driver's side tire suddenly blewout, causing the cruise control to become stuck. Brakes were of no help in the situation, they malfunctioned, causing vehicle to flip over. Dealer has been contacted.
Abs & park brake came on intermittently for 5 seconds after car in shop 9 of first 21 days owned finally it was fixed. The service dept would give me no information regarding problems, and tried to reduce likelihood of lemon law by not providing me with documentation. Also fake wood not secured on any interior placement of car.
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