Consumer had received a recall notice on vehicle for ABS brake failure. Had to replace brake rotors for second time, but dealer could not honor the recall due to this vehicle not being included in recall due to VIN. Also, warranty had expired. Please provide more information.
2000 Chevrolet Malibu brakes complaints
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Brakes will pulsate when applying them. Dealer says that rotors are warped. This has happened twice.
The rotors on this car have been replaced 4 times and are ready to be replaced again and it has been less than 4k miles this time. The dealer has admitted to me that there is a problem with the rotors for the malibus' but they don't know how to fix them. I have been to several web sites that detail complaints about malibu rotors and everyone is reporting rotor failure and replacement before they reach 15000 miles. This is the second malibu I have owned that had this problem. Please investigate, the time, money and hassle that gm is causing over this is ruining an otherwise nice car.
I purchased my malibu new in march 2000, by july 14 with 7078 the rotors were machined, on 10/18/00 with 12,339 miles the rotors and pads were replaced. On 3/23/01 the same were replaced with 20,311 miles and again rotors and pads replaced on 2/8/02 with 36,639 miles. The dealer advised service bulletins were issued on 10/18/00 and 3/23/01 for rotors and pads. I contacted chevy in detroit o 2/8/02 and spoke to alicia . I advised for her to do research because something is wrong.
Brake failure every 10-15 thousand miles. Has to replace rotors and brake pads. Mechanic states that problem with the brake system is a normal wear and tear.
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Consumer heard a grinding noise and felt pulsation when applying brake.s. Dealer determined front rotors were warped and needed to be replaced.
Brakes failed for the 2nd time accident occurred have not had car for 3 weeks, have been waiting for gm to send inspector. Car is out of service for more than 15 days and gm has exhausted the time limit for action. I do not want this "death trap" (car) back. I also want to be credited for lease payments. I should not have to pay for manufacturer defects.
Barkes worked on due to vibration, pads and rotors replaced. Second time failed to stop at an intersection, replaced rotors and pads again. Third time car started vibrating in the front end, replaced pad and rotors again.
Front rotors are warped , do not stop car without a pulsating or surging effect. It was covered under warranty at 11000 miles .chevy replaced rotors and pads problem did not go away . I brought it back at 29000 miles and I was told it wa a wear problem not chevy's. Rotors are warped and pads are worn two new brake jobs at 29000 miles .car still pulsates when stopping and slides thru stops. I called gm was finally told they had no problems with brakes, they replaced brakes at 11000 miles as acourtesy but will not do so at 29000 miles. According to complaints listed at the federal safety agency everyone is having this problem, why not a safety related recall? Must we wait for people to die before we act? Let 's have safety recall now before we have another explorer/ firestone issue and resultant deaths.
Rotors and pads were replaced at 7832 miles. Rotors resurfaced and pads replaced at 22000 miles. Rotors and pads again replaced at 29134 miles. I was told by both dealerships that I have had my car in to that they will have to just keep replacing them until they have the fix for the problem. I feel very unsafe knowing there is a defect in my brakes that is not repairable. After reading on the federal safety agency website, it appears this defect is happening more and more often in 2000 malibus. I am going to pursue gm taking my car back.
The brakes are being replaced all the time. Chevy continues to say its just needs brake pads every three months. The front brakes sound like the car in falling apart. There has to be a problem with the complete brake system.
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Vehicle would jump when trying to stop. Rotors were warped. Consumer had to put on 5 sets of rotors since jan 2001. Contacted dealer who wanted consumer to extend warranty.*ak the consumer stated that the front rotors are warped causing brake pulsation. The A/C does not flow out of the correct vents due to A/C control failure, the A/C control head also shorted out. The door was hard to open and close due to the lock being misaligned. Engine makes a clunk noise. While driving the vehicle surges. Left rear speaker shorted out. There is a clicking noise coming from the front when turning, consumer later stated that there was a chirping noise coming from the steering column.
Rotors glazing twice within 21,000 miles. Was told the rotors could be replaced,but expected it to happen again due to a known problem with the rotors.
Although the dealer says that the brakes are designed to produce a slight clicking noise when the pads begin to wear, no such noise was heard. With only 23,450 miles on car, the pads on one side of the rotor wore down cutting grooves into that side of the rotor while pads on other side of same rotor had a way to go before being worn down. I understand this same problem occurred on the chevrolet s10 and for which the s10 was recalled. Dealer said it is not uncommon for rotors to go bad soon as pads wear out on the malibu. It is ridiculous to have to pay for rotors each time the pads go bad, especially at only 23,000 miles.
Bought my car new off show room floor and have had numerous problems since had it in for starting problems battery problems fuel problems window problems door lock problems engine noise engine oil leaks vibration problems brake problems dying problems popping noises in front end struts bottoming out rough ride and steering problems and so on too many to list all have had front end realigned stuts checked and repalced brakes checked and replaced wheel studs replaced fuel pump and float replaced pistons replaced battery replaced remote start system replaced alarm system replaced window regulator replaced front crank seal replaced alt checked and tested started checked still having fuel problems brake problems vibration ect had in this last week fo 6 days and when returned still having engine noise steering problems radio problems fuel problems and found impact mark on l/front of bumper one of dealers tech's hit something and now wanders to left left head light out of line and pushed back under fender hood out of line fenders bumpers driving lights and numerous other problems and damage possible that I am unable to detect at this time have contacted chevy and complained have talked with dealer and still no responsibility taken and statements of we might have bruised it it has been wrecked now I amd paying good money for junk and want refund of all costs to me and the car taken back engines should not need to be overhauled at 14000 miles the car is 2 yaers old and acts like its 20 need responese and info to help resolve problems trying to have returned under lemon law uniform conformity act and magnuson-moss act car has become instrument that is substantially impaired and whose opperation is frought with apprehension sincerly unhappy and hurt consumer is the highway safty devision interested and going to do anything for all of us who are having problems or are we out of luck ????????? Response requested
3 months after I bought malibu in july, 2000 I was driving at 65 MPH when my care lost all power. Dealer told me that there was something wrong with the fuel indicator wiring and was falsely reading the amount of gas I had which resulted in my running out of gas at 65mph. Problem has not repeated itself. At 21,000 miles my signal indicator lights failed and my hazard switch had to be replaced. At 23,000 miles my evaporator vent valve had to be replace (engine light remained on constantly). At 20,000 miles my car was vibrating whenever my brakes were applied. Dealor said front brakes worn out and rotors out of round and they replaced the front brakes and refaced the rotors. At 33,000 miles, care again vitrated whenver brakes applied and dealer told me again that it was not under warranty and was happening because of "hot spots" and that my rotors needed to be cut even though they had just been fixed at 20,000 miles. Was never told that manufacturer was having a problem with malibu brakes and was told it would cost approxiamtely $700.00 to fix rotors and it was my responsibility. My sevice for the brakes was done at future chevrolet in old bridge, nj.
Consumer states that the brakes are terrible, the dealer stated they could do no more and that the braking system in the malibu cars are deficient, consumer is concerned and does not feel safe driving the vehicle.
The braking system on the 2000 chevrolet malibu is inadequate. My vehicle has 31000 miles on it and during braking it has a shimmy on occasions. The dealer stated this was due to the brake pads being worn and the brake rotors needed turning. I've done some research and this and some tire problems seems to be a major complaint from other malibu owners who's problems have started sooner than mine in most cases in fact in some cases while the car is still under the 12000 mile warranty. It being a brake and tire problem seems to be putting some lives at stake. I myself contacted chevrolet about this problem and they simply stated I'm sorry your having problems with your car.
The brake system was noisy and was serviced six differnt times, but the problem still remains. Rotors and drums were badly warped causing pulsation when brakes were applied.
Within the first 18000 miles I had to replace amy front rotors. When I asked the dealership if it was covered under warranty, they said no. I had to purchase new rotors and then within 8,000 miles they started grinding again. When the rotors go bad, it makes the car shimmy when driving at slow speeds and when I stop. I currently have my car in a shop other than the dealership to put on the third set of rotors and I only have 32800 miles on the car. The dealership tells me that I have to pay them $35 for them to look at my car and see if they can find a manufacturer's defect anywhere. I can not afford to pay them that amount because I am constantly paying to have new rotors put on. Not to mention I have to miss work a lot for various trips to the dealership due to faulty blinkers, knocking noises, lights surging, etc. When people don't work, they don't get paid!
Had rotors replaced due to excessive wear. Had them replaced again at 19,000 miles. First time replaced under warranty. Replacement parts were the same as on vehicle. Manufacturer knew of problem , and had a technical service bulletin on rotors.*ak when braking at high speed, the consumer felt brake pulsation. Both the brake pads and rotors were replaced.
Rotors on brakes have warped 3 times before 20000 miles!
Brake pads have been replaced 4 times since 14,000 miles. The rotors vibrate and shimmy when applying the brakes. Trying to get the dealer to investigate the problem is a hassle. They said that because I have my preventative maintenance done by my own personal *certified* mechanic and not at the dealer that I have voided my warranty on the rotors. They want to charge me $200 + for the replacement of the rotors. I have spoken with several other malibu owners who have had this same problem. It is my opinion that a recall should be mandated and enforced for this particular problem with this vehicle. I have never owned a car that I had to replace the brake pads every time I pulled into a gas station. Thank you!
Within three months dealer had to turn both front brake rotors, and gave no reason why this problem was reoccurring. *ak
While driving, vehicle was hesitant after stopping, transmission would begin to shift every 4 seconds, dealer stated that a piece of metal from the front pump of the transmission had come off and sent pieces of metal circulating through the entire transmission, consumer was told that since the transmission was sealed that it was not anticipated that the metal pieces would affect the other systems of the vehicle, dealer made repairs and one mile down the road transmission began acting poorly again, consumer took back to dealer who stated that transmission was stuck in second gear, dealer replaced transmission. Oxygen sensor failed. Rotors warped and were causing vibration, dealer replaced pads and rotors. Battery leaked acid into engine compartment. Coolant cap was defective and replaced.
The brakes on the malibu are a safety issue and gmc doesnt care. I have had the rotors done 5 times since 3000 miles. My dealer has had my car for a total of 19 days for repairs. There are numerous other problems with this car also. Iam tired of being told i6ts not a safety issue, well it is to all of with children and other loved ones in the car. Lets stop the politics and please do something for the consumer.*ak (tiresize: 215)
When applying brakes at 40 MPH vehicle shakes. Dealer replaced front rotors at 3000 miles. However, problems persisted, dealer did not replace rotors again. Last visit to dealer consumer was escorted off the lot. Dealer refused to look at vehicle. *ak consumer also states there is a fule systems problem, the fuel will splash back at consumer when filling up tank, and a lot of fuel spills on the ground, also the rear brakes in wet weather, howl when accelerating.
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