Vehicle experienced a "ticking noise in the engine." *ph the consumer left front caliper bolt is stripped causing a vibrating/ grinding noise that radiates from the left front wheel under the driver side when the vehicle comes to a complete stop. When the dealer was contacted they stated that they could not duplicate the problem. And the consumer is trying to obtain an over all inspection of the mechanical defects of the vehicle so gm can be held responsible for the faulty automobile.
2000 Chevrolet Malibu brakes complaints
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This car has been one problem after another. The day after we leased the car it was in the shop for the brakes, the car has had 2 engines in it. The transmission has been rebuilt. The brakes are still not correct. Transmission is slipping again and the 3 year warranty is up. We complained to chevrolet and the bbb. To no avail they seemed to be on chevrolet's side in the case. We were to the point that we were just going to let the car go back but that would only hurt my husband's credit more then it was already. We had to keep the car through the lease. This left a really bad tast in my mouth for purchasing new vehicles because you are stuck with it for the duration of the lease or purchase.
A/c turns off or goes on and off (light flashes). Dealer states cause as failed control head. Brakes have been chronic pulsing that causes the car to shudder, esp. When applying brakes from speeds of 30+ MPH. At various repair attempts rotors have been turned, replaced (at 22k miles), new hub assembly installed. Six attempts were made to repair under warranty. Just had new brakes and shim kit installed but don't trust that this will fix problem based on past experience.
2000 chevrolet malibu with persistent brake problems. Have to replace major brake components every approximately 20,000 miles. Also, dexcool coolent leak from the intake manifold after only (approx) 50,000 miles. Dexcool coolant breakdown and subsequent failure of cooling system.
Front brakes (rotors) replace at 22,000miles the brake pads out lasted the rotors - that can't happen ??? It seems they(gm) have some type of design problem.
I believe there is an engineering defect in the design of the brakes that causes premature wear of the rotors, which could lead to brake system failure. This problem is well documented by customers, service facilities and gm dealers. Gm goes out of its way to discourage relevant discussion of this problem, choosing instead to ignore it. In three years, I have had to replace my rotors 5 times with 87,000 miles on the car. It is expensive and highly unusual for rotors to wear out so quickly. Every mechanic/technician I have spoken with says the exact same thing: the rotors are engineered extremely thin due to the caliper design. In order to fit the rotor in place - it must be so thin due to the design of the brake system that to begin with it is barely within safety specifications. If not extremely vigiliant, rotors can warp quickly - causing a cascading effect that is also well documented. I strongly believe this situation needs careful scrutiny. Gm needs to acknowledge and develop a remedy for this situation.
While braking the vehicle experienced extended stopping distance due to the front brake rotors wearing. Also there was a vibration when depressing the brake pedal. The dealership was notified, but the problem was not resolved. *ak the dealership told the consumer they would replace the rotors when the vehicle was first purchased, but they never did. *cb
Hazard lights and turning lights work intermittently, and as a result have nearly caused several accidents on the highway changing lanes; levels 1 and 2 for the blower for heat/air stopped working; had to replace the brake pads and rotors in the front at 26,000 miles.
The back brakes locked up at 55 MPH, which made me lose control and slam into a tree pretty hard. The road condition was paved and dry. Legal proceedings will occur if chevrolet doesn't resolve this matter!
I puchased this car with 20000 miles on it. I had it for a little over 5 months and I am replacing a fuel pump that will cost $650. The power steering has corrosion, so the power steering has to be flushed. Replacement of the fuel filter, a cracked fan belt, and throttle body service. I have the gm extended warranty, but it only covers the cost to replace the fuel pump. Everything else is out of pocket expenses because it is considered "regular maintenance". The brakes also grind and seem to take too long for the car to stop. So I think brakes aren't far behind to be replaced. I am hoping I will not need rotors too. I have read so many complaints about the brakes on the 2000 chevy malibu. I try to buy american because I am a proud one. But the quality seem to be substandard compared to japanese cars. My next car will be foreign. Us car makers need to "step it up", as far as quality with these cars.
My 2000 chevrolet malibu has only 77,749 miles on it. I am the original owner and purchased the car new. Since the purchase I have replaced rotors and brake pads 4 times. This is absolutely absurd. There must be some kind of a defect in the vehicle for a person to have to replace rotors and pads 4 times within the amount of mileage I have placed on my car. Never in my life have I had to do this on any other car I have owned. I have all the paperwork where these rotors have been replaced. 3 times at the dealership and the 4th time at a private auto repair shop. I wasn't sure if the dealership was doing their job correctly because of the amount of times I have this done I decided to go to a private auto repair shop.
Braking system fails. Have the car repaired 3 times for same problem. Just bought the car one week ago. Spoke to other malibu owners and they have had the same problems.
I was involved in an mva back in 2002 because of turn signal failure. The dealership told me that a recall had been made but nobody ever notified me! Also my when driving on the highway my vehicle steering wheel vibrates especially when I apply the brakes. I have been close to loosing control of my vehicle on two occasions when there is water on the roads. I replaced my rotors twice! I beleive this is a safety issue that should be looked at.and one more thing my AC control switch keeps turning on and off the compressor I dont believe this could be good for the compressor!.
Air conditioner switch turns on and off. Vibration in front end when braking. Turn signals work intermitently. Ticking noise in engine until warm. Windows fog excessively. Shame on chevrolet.
Consumer stated that brake line indicator light did not come on to inform her that she needed brakes or there was a problem with the brakes. She would hear a funny noise sometimes. Then, she took vehicle to the dealer where she purchased vehicle, and after examining the vehicle, was told she needed brakes, and that the calipers on driver's side were going out. They wanted to charge her $140.00 to turn rotors, and put brakes on the vehicle. She has had the vehicle only one month. Also, consume rgot stranded, and had vehicle to the dealer. Deale rfound that the battery post was corroded, she was told that vehicle needed a new battery.
When trying to make a stop, there is grinding noise when the brakes are pressed. Brakes wear out every 2-3 months(paying an expensive amount for brake shoes and rotors air conditoning switch malfunctions and you just cannot trade this car in because the value depreciates the same day you drive off the car lot.
With new brake job done, the ABS failure caused the auto to crash into road guide on I-495.
Right front tire on 2000 chevrolet malibu came apart on outer sidewall while driving at 60 MPH. Initally no cause could be found. The tread and inner sidewall appeared to be ok. After installing the space saver spare and driving about 100 miles home at 50 MPH the tire and rim were immediately inspected. The tire was so hot you could barely hold your hand on it. The rim was hot enough to burn fingers. The brake on that wheel was not completely releasing and was causing the extreme heat build-up. The outside on the tire appears to have gotten so hot that it literally fell apart. The brake pads on this vehicle had been replaced at about 38,00 miles and this side had worn more than the other, but no problems could be found to account for the abnormal wear. The brake on this wheel appears to work nornally most of the time and then periodically not release completely and cause the heat to build -up and the abnormal pad wear. There was no warning from the tire or vehicle that this was about to happen except for a slight humming noise from the front of vehicle a couple seconds before failure. I consider this an extreme safet hazzard because it occurs with no warning and then is usually blamed on the tire. Either it was defective or had improper pressure.
Consumer states that when trying to apply the anti lock brakes they will lock up, causing vehicle to have extended stopping distance. Dealer notified.
Brakes pulse/vibrate, especially after stopping from speeds of 30+ MPH. Dealer attempted 6 times to fix while under warranty, including turning rotors, replacing rotors (at 2200 miles), replacing hub assembly. All efforts have failed and problem returns in 3-9 months. Mileage averages 8000 miles per year, and brakes are not suddenly applied. Latest attempt is to replace brakes (at 29k000 miles) and install "shim kit."
May 02 my vehicle was taken in for brakes and front end noise, the brakes were replaced and was told that the dealership did not have time to correct the front end problem (which they noted was covered by my warranty) and to reschedule for that problem. I did so in july 02 and at that time, they charged me for the work and tried to blame me for the problem so I paid $281.75 for this work which was previously noted that would be covered by my warranty. My battery has been replaced 3 times. The vehicle was overheating several times: in october 3, 2002, october 29, 2002, and in december 2002. I was forced to pay for at a cost of $280.52 for the dec. 2002 problem. In march 2003 the vehicle was taken in to the dealership again for front suspension noise, and it was determined that a right upper strut mount had callapsed. In may 2003 the vehicle has again overheated and they could not explain why the problem continues. The young man that I spoke with when I arrived indicated that they (the dealership) was unsure as to why the vehicle was overheating and to just drive it because his truck does it all the time on the highway and they had no explanation as to why the batteries that they were replacing kept cracking and leaking. When I expressed my concern regarding the problem and my safety concerns, he just blew me off as if I was just complaining. Once again, it is now july 2003 and for the 4th time, my vehicle is overheating and overheating. In addition on serveral occasions I also indicated to the dealership, that there was a vibrating and shimbling when my brakes are applied and it makes it hard to controll the vehicle, not once would they address the issue with me nor have I been notified or any defects or recalls with the brake system for the 2000 chevy malibu. I am very concerned with my safety. In addition, my tires continuously loose air and the tread is separation from my left rear tire.
We have a 2000 chevrolet malibu, we have 28,000 miles on this car and we have had to replace the brakes 2 (two) times..once at 17000 miles and now at 28,000 they are not wearing evenly, the inside brake is wearing down before the outside..I feel this is unsafe because it is clear I am not getting complete brake function.
Numerous problems: brakes made noise when applied, vehicle jerked when at a complete stop,the vehicle shut down on the consumer three times, it started loud and hard, bounced while being driven and a bolt fell off from under the passenger seat, however the dealer stated the bolt did not belong to the vehicle. *ph also the rear passenger window was inoperative, and the battery was weak.
When the vehicle hit a pot hole, the engine shut down, the dealer inspected the vehicle 4 times , however the problem could not be duplicated.*ak. Also when the brakes were applied, the vehicle did not stop, the brakes had to be re-applied in order to get the vehicle to stop. *ts
While traveling on the highway and without prior warning the ABS braking system light appears on the dashboard panel.
The ABS warning lights continuously stayed on while driving. Prior to this the light would flicker off and on.
The front brakes failed approximately every 500 miles. The dealer has replaced them twice already.
Tsb 00-05-23-002a. Dealer and manufacturer fails to repair problem. Vehicle is unsafe to drive after approximately 5000 miles. Must be repaired to fix safety issue. However, fix is only temporary.
I purchased a new 2000 chevrolet malibu. Six months after owning the car I began having brake problems. Upon applying the brakes, the entire front of the vehicle to vibrate and the steering wheel shook violently to the left and right. I took my 6 month old vehicle to a dealership and they advised the front rotors were warped. They replaced the rotors. Later, this same defect occurred three more times. Chevrolet only made two more repairs. Each time they simply replaced the rotors and placed a shim between the axles and the rotor. This same manufacturers design flaw occurred on the flowing year and make vehicles: 1997-2000 chevrolet malibu 1997-1999 oldsmobile cutlass 1999-2000 oldsmobile alero 1999-2000 pontiac grand am I complained to chevrolet about the problem, but nothing was done. The district representative in san antonio simply tried to avoid me. Chevrolets on line complaint system also did nothing. Again, there has never been a recall for this brake problem. The main cause of this problem is due to the small (thin) size of the brake rotors, which caused a failure to disperse heat adequately. If a driver drives into a rain storm or to a car wash and the hot rotors cool too rapidly they will warp. Please see gm service bulletin # 00-05-23-002, dated february 2000 for more information. The maddening thing about this situation is that chevrolet knew about this problem when I purchased my car. Chevrolet/gm failed to recall all these vehicles, and even though they knew it was a flaw in their engineering and design, they left the problem in the hands and pocket books of their customers. How many accidents have been caused by this type of corporate irresponsibility. This is a deceptive trade practice.
Consumer states she is having trouble with her auto, and each time she takes her auto in, it is something different. She states while driving her auto the dash warning light came on, she took it to the mechanic and was told that she needed a manifold intake value. Then later on she begun to hear a scaping sound when she applies her brakes, when she took it in they told her that she needed front rotors, she states that she was not told this when she took her auto in the first time.
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