I have had my rotors reground numerous times over the past one and a half years as well as have had both bearings replaced in the front. I had all valves replaced on the coolant system and it continues to leak still. There is a strong oder that comes in through the airconditioning vents. There is also a strong vibration when braking or traveling at higher speeds which makes the vehicle difficult to control.
1999 Chevrolet Malibu brakes complaints
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1999 malibu with enging cooling problems and fan does not work on position 1 and 2. Had to have intake gasket replaced and one month later entire engine went out and had to be replaced. I really like my malibu, but hate the problems that I have had. I, too, have had brake problems and coolant leakage problems.
Brake rotors and pads had to be replaced at 14,000 miles. Vibrations even though rotors/pads replaced. Currently at 36,000 miles. Also had loud noises when brakes first applied at cold start.
Replaced brake shoes and rotors every 6 months.
There have been issues with this car involving the front driver's side brakes (calipers sticking), the rear brake lights (rusted circuit board and burned out bulbs), rear seat belt (part that locked belt to make it safe for child seat was plastic and broke) and now also the intake & intake gaskets on the cooling system. I'm getting really fed up with having the car in the shop all the time. Now, at 57,000 miles, the intake gaskets need to be replaced at a cost of $600, when they were already replaced at 16,000 miles when the intake was replaced. We thought we were done paying for this car, but I guess not.
1999 malibu keeps eating front brake pads. Rear brakes never wear. Pedal is always soft. Have been told by a former mr. Goodwrench that this an ongoing issue. Have tried to get gm to respond but they will not!!! I am afraid that the majority of the braking is occurring in the front and that in an emergency stop-full braking on all four wheels may not occur. Thanks.
Continual brake problems. Three complete front brake services including rotors and pads each time at 20,000 , 36,000 , and 55,000 miles. All service was performed by chevrolet dealers. After each service I have noticed a "grinding" noise, faint, at first but worsens gradually until replacement. Last dealer (simms chevrolet ortonville michigan) strongly suggested I call gm (which I have on the last two occasions) but they claim it is normal. I leased the vehicle for my wife to drive to work, but she will no longer drive it as she is afraid of a total failure.
I have had nothing but problems with the brake system in my 1999 chevrolet malibu. Replaced calipers, bearings,rotors,of course pads. Now my ABS light comes on and off (idiot light) also the gas gauge malfunctions when it gets to 1\4 tank also my climate control fan won't work on the 1st 3 speeds.
The horn, anti-lock brakes, battery and engine failed. *ak
At 32,000 miles loud grating noise from right brake area after braking hard or braking into right turn. Dealership determined I needed new brakes. Replaced brake pads and machined rotors. This didn't fix the problem. 2nd diagnosis was an internal leak in power steering system. This appeared to have fixed problem. A few days later I noticed a knocking noise when braking. Informed dealership but the noise stopped due to cold weather. They told me to bring it back if noise resumed. It did when weather got warmer and brake pads were adjusted (35,000 miles). Right away I noticed the brakes didn't feel right. Car slowed down when brakes were applied but I had to really press the pedal down to get it to stop. About 1 week later I heard knocking again when brakes were applied lightly. There was also a creeking noise from the brake pedal and a significant pull to the right. Knocking noise got worse, became a thumping noise. Took back to dealership. Had to make appointment. (they didn't even want to listen to the noise!). The day before my appointment noise got so bad I thought my brakes were going to fall off. I took it to an independant mechanic and he diagnosed that the right rotor was warped (excessive runout). Took it to the dealership armed with a printout of diagnosis from mechanic. Rotor machined again (36,000 miles). I asked the service rep what could cause the rotor to warp and he said he didn't know, it could be how I was driving the car! While it was in the shop I did some research and found that brake problems are very common in this model and year and that the dealerships are quite aware of this. Brakes still don't stop the car properly and are now making a slight grating noise. I can't believe there is no investigation or recall for this problem. Something should be done before someone gets killed, if they haven't already. I've heard the government can force a recall if there are enough complaints. Why hasn't this been done? Please advise
Vehicle would vibrate when applied the brakes. Dealer was notified and replaced brake pad and rotor several times. The problem still recurring. Ph
There was a grinding noise coming from the vehicle. The dealer then stated there was a problem with the ABS drum.*jb ph
Consumer stated the brake and ABS light woul come on imtermittenly. It was said to be a communication problem (since new). The brakes have been in the shop(dealer) many times. Now the brakes release and coast at slow speed, and almost caused two accidents where the vehicle would have rear ended another. There are also complaints with the tires (incomplete info). Scc
When driving vehicle and brakes are applied, the vehicle shakes very hard. Took vehicle to dealer and they stated rotors needed replacing. Ts
Abs light illuminated intermittently. Vehicle was taken to the dealer , who was unable to determine the problem. Now while driving and applying brakes consumer could hear noise from "left front" of vehicle and anti-brake system (ABS) engaged itself. This caused the car to "coast" and almost collided with another vehicle. Vehicle is on its third set of pads and second set of rotors. *ts *tt *nlm.
Failure to inspect safety features more than once. Dt
The left rear brake makes noise and the brake cylinder was replaced. Also, warped rotors were replaced and turned as well.
While driving 55mph rotors cause car to shake .
Front brake rotors causing extended stopping distance. Rotors have been replaced 3 times prior to the incident. Manufacturer has been notified. Please provide additional information.
Front brake rotors and pads are wearing out excessively within every 8,000 miles of wear. Dealer notified. Feel free to provide any further information.
Front brakes are not up to the job for this car. Dealer has no fix except to keep replacing parts . Gm should come up with a solution and fix these cars.
The rotors warp every 10,000- 15,000 miles. Also, the stopping distance has increased. The dealer has repaired this problem 3 times already. *ak the consumer states that there is early shifting in all the gears, the ride is rough, the electrical rear defogger doesn't clear well, sometime the passenger seat belt sticks, the brake pedal goes to the floor/too far, sounds like air is coming through the front door/and window-per bulletin, the passenger inside door handle had broken out of the support braket-r/r, the rotors are worn/out of adjustment/and make noises when stopping/pulsation from rear brakes-drums, and at low speeds the transmission jerks/slipping-diagnosed a leak from pan bolts.
Gm disregarded all complaints. Even told me they would not answer any more questions. Brakes are still a problem. Uneven wear, pulling, stiffening in rainy weather, warning light coming on. Gm refuses to even attempt to fix.
Consumer states the vehicle would vibrate when braking, dealer notified. Feel free to provide any further information.
The consumer states that when applying the brakes, the vehicle will vibrate. The consumer takes the vehicle to the dealer every 4000 miles for the same vibration/squeaking and they just replaced the brake pads, and trimmed the rotors. The problem still occurs every 3,000 to 4,000 miles. *jb the consumer states that the vibration immediately caused the alignment to go bad and gets very hard to control the vehicle if driving at highway speed. *jb
While driving and when brakes are applied vehicle will vibrate due to bad brake rotors. Replaced parts, problem reoccurred. Dealer contacted.*ak the consumer believed the rotor problem was due to manufacturing defect.
Consumer states while driving after engine is warm, engine will shut off nothing works but the radio. Vehicle has to be put in park to restart. Engine will not turn over the first few times after problem occurs. Vehicle also stalled out when under 30 MPH. Dealer unable to duplicate concern.
Abs light is on because sensor has broken in half. *ak the ABS light illuminates intermittently. When taken to the dealer after shutting the engine off and turning it back on, the mecahnic informed consumer nothing could be tested because the engine was shut off. Consumer stopped to see another mechanic and this time the vehicle was deemed inoperable because the front wheel sensor was broken in half.
The brake pads and rotors wore out prematurely several times, causing pulsation and noise.
While traveling on highway and without prior warning brakes went out. Master cylinder broke/ intake gasket failed, and oil and coolant had mixed together.
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