Abs is not gripping. Braking is increased, but vehicle still slides. Dealer notified.
2000 Chevrolet Malibu brakes complaints
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While driving down a hill there was extened stopping distance. Also, rotors burned out aleast 5 times. Dealer was notifed ,repair ed and replaced.
Brake pads uneven wear and warped rotors replaced at 13,696 I had same problems at 23,260 dealer inspected and stated ok returned vehicle again at 42816 and diagnosis was same as 1st time now not covered under 3 yr/36 due to mileage. Had to replace windshield washer pump at 42,000 miles and AC/heater control head at 50, 102. Vehicle is 2 years old and not covered due to mileage. Items replaced do not have anything to do with wear or mileage of vehicle.
Consumer states rotors have been replaced 5 times, however the dealer can not remedy the problem.
Consumer states that there is vibration and / or shimmy when brakes are applied. Vehicle has been brought into dealer for this problem 4 times. Dealer determined that inner front disc brake pads were worn down to wear indicators. Front disc brake pads were replaced. And also found that rotors were warped. Dealer replaced front brake pads and rotors, and the rear brake drums were also out of round. Rear drums were resurfaced.
Consumer states the brakes would pulsate when stopping, the brakes and rotors have been replaced 5 times due to warpage, consumer believes this is a safety hazard and is requesting reimbursement.*jb *
While driving 5 MPH there was a noise from under the hood, once hood was raised consumer saw engine had fallen. Dealer determined that brackets had broken, causing motor mounts to fall and engine to disconnect on both sides.*ak consumer had an extended warranty, however dealer would not pay for the labor and broken bolts. Consumer states vehicle is also experiencing problems with the brakes.
While driving and without warning vehicle accelerated at a faster speed. Applied brakes and vehicle slowed down; however, did not stop. Driver proceeded to shift gear into park.
While driving at any speed and applying brakes, the front end will vibrate violently. Dealer has been notified. Mechanic stated rotors needed to be replaced, it will be covered at consumers expense because there was 36000 miles on vehicle, and consumer bought vehicle brand new.*ak consumer states that the vehicle had been taken in early 2001 with the same problem.
Vehicle vibrates when appling brakes and making noise. Brakes and rotors keep prematurely wearing out. Had repaired 7 times. Dealer contacted.
Vehicle vibrates when applinhg brakes. Dealer contacted. Rotors and brakes keep wearing permaturely.
Consumer states that there is excessive wear of the front brake rotors and pads.the rotors and pads have been replaced on five occasions from 7,000 to 24,000 miles. The dealer and the manufacturer were notified. Feel free to provide any further information.
The vehicle developed rust spots on almost all exterior panels nine months after purchase. The manufacturer's body shop says the rust was due to metal flakes flying off of the brake drums and landing all over the vehicle.
When braking steering wheel shakes, there is vibration and brakes squeak. Dealer has replaced front rotors 8 times due to warping.*ak
Ac automatically turns itself off switch replaces. Whining sound occurs during AC/heat fan operation fan motor replaced. Ac/heat directional controls work intermittently problem continues. Transmission slipping upon slow acceleration reported 3 times 1st & 2nd times couldn't duplicate problem 3rd time in shop 30 days replaced multiple components. Engine misfiring diagnostics indicated 3,6,2,5 cylinders misfiring replaced all ignition coil packs problem continues. Turn signal buzzes and clicks hazard switch replaced. Air leak around passenger side door reported 2 times 1st time couldn't duplicate 2nd time door realigned. Brakes cause excessive vibrations upon stopping rotors and pads replaced at 24000 miles reoccuring at 38000 miles.
Brakes have gone out twice,and still not being fixed properly.
My rotors and brake pads were replaced because of defective rotors 3 times since I purchased my car they were replaced at 407 miles and 8248 miles and finally my rotors were replaced at 27980 miles it seems as though general motors has been using defective rotors on their cars and is not going to do anything about it until someone is killed and they are sued then maybe the government will force them to look into this problem.
I purchsed the vehicle used in nov. Of 2001. Shortly there after, the brakes started experiencing excessive noise and vibration and mild pedal pulsing. I took the vehicle in and the dealer replaced/turned rotors and replaced pads. About a month later noise and vibration returned. I brought the car back, classic had the vehicle for the day then said there was nothing wrong. The noise and vibration dissappeared but returned intermittently about 2 months later. Also the stopping distance has increased noticabley as of late. I am unsure to bring the vehicle back in to be told there is nothing wrong.
I have had my chevrolet malibu for 2 1/2 years and have had to have my brakes fixed 3 times. The ABS brakes also went out on the driver's side. I have complained several times to the dealer, who stated that malibus just have those kinds of brakes. I have also complained to gm who also stated there was not a problem with their brake system. I strongly disagree, I don't believe I should be paying $500 for new rotors and pads and 600 for a new bearing and ABS brake at 50,000.
The brakes don't stop properly. The brakes have been changed 3 times. The rotors have been turned once and changed once. The blinkers don't work 95% of the time and the emergency flashers never work properly. The AC settings change on their own as you are driving the car. This causes the compressor to turn on and off, eventually causing premature compressor failure. The vehicle has died 4 times as we were driving down the road, once almost getting us killed as we were turning in front of a truck. Also, the brakes have almost caused us to be in a wreck. We have almost been rear ended because of the turn signal failure. The manufacturer and the dealership has had many times to fix this vehicle with no success. To this point, we have not been involved in a motor vehicle accident. However, is it going to take me or my family being killed to get something done with this vehicle?
The pads have worn excessively over a short period of time. The exsisting problem has caused the consumer to replaced the pads 12-14 time because of grinding down to metal ( 6 inches ). The brakes and rotors are frequently failing. The dealer was notified. Nlm
Something wrong with the brakes. Dealer can not duplicate. When you go to slow down thw brake pedal will sink and vibrate and give you a grinding noise for just a second. Only happens right after start up. Does not happen on a regular basis.
Put 3 sets of brake pads & rotors (at 16,000, 33,000, 42,000) on this car & now needs repairing again. Had front end collision, head hit steering wheel but air bags did not deploy. Entire front of car was completely crushed. Brakes failed 3 times. Would have resulted in a wreck if something had been in front of me. After repairs from wreck, leaking coolant - resulted in blown head gasket. Edwards chev & adjuster said was not from wreck - problem probably started before wreck. Car is extremely hard to steer when parking. Feels like there is no power steering.
Front brake pads and rotors replaced at 24,500 miles. Outside pads not touched, inside pads completely gone. No warranty on this. Said it was normal wear and tear.
While applying brakes there is a squeaking and grinding noise in front wheels. Dealership is aware of problem.
Excessive wear of front brake pads and front rotors. Pads had to be replaced on three separate occasions, and front rotors had to be replace on two occasions. Dealer notified. Feel free to provide any further information.
Front brake rotors get warped after approximately 4000 miles, consumer has had them replaced once and fixed twice, the calipers have also been replaced.
I have already filed a complaint with chevrolet on 8/14/01 file number c05305523. They said they do not consider the front brakes wearing out ever 6 - 10 thousand miles a problem. They also stated that they have not received enough complaints to consider a recall. How many complaints do they need. I have never in my life owned a car in which the brakes had to be replaced ever 6 - 10 thousand miles. This is considered standard maintenance by the dealer and they refused to cover it under my warrenty. Therefore, I went to another mechanic that was cheeper then the dealer to replace my brakes 3 times. 4th time comming in the next few weeks. I wish somone would make chevrolet recall the car and fix the front brake problem. I don't mind standard matience at a reasonable / comparable mileage rate.
Front end is making a loud ticking noise. When vehicle makes a right turn only there is a grinding sound. Dealer has diagnosed vehicle for several problems that have not been fixed. All together vehicle has been in 4 times, once for wheel bearings, and three times for rotors. Dealer was contacted. Please add more information.
When brakes are applied vehicle shakes violenty, and tstopping distances increases. Problem occurs every 4-6 months. Dealer was contacted. Please provide more information.
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