2001 Chevrolet Malibu: ABS light or ABS activating

Filed Nov 27, 2017 · Airbags · 139,000 miles · CA

I saw a recall on airbag deployment and a recall on something about the key in the ignition causing the cars engine to shut off. My car has been shutting off and shorting showing the battery light and them when I tap the gas pedal thr gas gage is a half tank but it goes as if its out of gas and the rpms only go up when I am not driving or idling and my ABS light for brakes keeps turning on but now doesnt turn off and this has just started happening oh and thr battery light now has shorted the stalk stereo and it only turns on every so often.

Filed Jan 28, 2015 · Electrical · 106,000 miles · NV

Tl*the contact owns a 2001 chevrolet malibu. The contact stated that while driving at various speeds, the vehicle stalled as the ABS warning light illuminated. The vehicle was towed to an independent mechanic where it was diagnosed that the starter needed to be replaced. The vehicle was repaired however, the failure recurred. The manufacturer was not notified of the failure. The failure mileage was 106,000.

Filed Jan 12, 2015 · Brakes, Electrical · 125,000 miles · MD

Tl* the contact owns a 2001 chevrolet malibu. The contact stated that while driving 30 MPH, the vehicle stalled. The contact shifted the vehicle into park and reinserted the key into the ignition in order to restart the vehicle. Also, the contact mentioned that while driving at 30 MPH, the turn signal lights and hazard lights failed to work intermittently and the ABS warning light illuminated. A day later, while driving 20 MPH, the brake pedal was depressed, but the vehicle failed to stop. The contact had to apply excessive force to the brake pedal in order to stop the vehicle. The failure recurred on numerous occasions. The vehicle was taken to a dealer. The technician diagnosed that the master brake cylinder and turn signal relay switch needed to be replaced. The vehicle was not repaired. The manufacturer was not notified of the failure. The VIN was included in the federal safety agency campaign number: 14v400000 (electrical system). The failure mileage was 125,000.

Filed Sep 15, 2014 · Brakes · VA

Tl* the contact owns a 2001 chevrolet malibu. The contact stated that the ABS sensor illuminated and a loud noise was heard each time the brake pedal was applied. The contact received a recall notification for the federal safety agency campaign number: 14v400000 (electrical system); however, the part needed to repair the vehicle was not available. The dealer was unable to provide a specific date for when the part would become available. The vehicle was not diagnosed or repaired. The manufacturer was notified. The failure mileage was not available.

Filed Mar 31, 2010 · PA

Reoccuring ABS warning light on dashboard. This is the 3rd time with the ABS light displaying. We have replaced the brakes and pads, rotor and hub kit twice for this issue. This will be the third time we will have to replace and also replace the wiring harness. Dealer unable to define if there is a safety issue or target the specific problem or what the potential problem could be. General motors will not offer any assistance even to investigate the issue for possible recall. They have placed the burden of responsibility on the owner.

Filed Feb 16, 2008 · Electrical, Engine · 38,000 miles · IL

I am a single mom of two, and am frustrated that all of my savings have gone into this money pit. I have replaced the intake manifold twice, and its going out again! I have replaced the water pump, heater core which are dying, and the theft system twice. I have had a fuel leak by my engine and had it enter inside my car and its doing it again, my ABS brakes only work when they want, and these are just a few of my complaints!

Filed May 16, 2007 · Brakes · 600,000 miles · ID

Brakes have been replaced 4 times in last year. There have been continual failures with the rotors and calipers. When braking it appeared that the ABS system that was designed to eliminate braking lock ups was engaging when it was not supposed to. Brakes were wearing at an extremely high rate , which was warping the rotors which have been installed brand new. Pulsating noise was common along with scraping and spongy brake pedal. In researching it appeared that the malibu had an extensive history of brake failures in a short time. Several close calls due to brake failure. These cars need to be recalled and fixed before any further injuries or death occur.

Filed Apr 6, 2006 · Brakes · MN

My ABS light goes on and off, and my brakes give out when I am trying to stop.

Filed Jul 9, 2005 · Brakes · 53,950 miles · NY · crash

Abs system failure ABS activates with out warning even if the brakes are not applied

Filed Jul 8, 2005 · Brakes, Electrical · ME

2001 chevrolet malibu has developed problems with the braking and the cooling systems.***no answer required***. *mr one month after the vehicle was purchased the rotor assembly was replaced. The vehicle would turn over but it wouldn't start. The dealer replaced the fuel pump. When accelerating the vehicle's coolant light illuminated on the dash. The dealer determined that there was a leak at the by pass pipe at the lower intake manifold. The alternator was replaced under warranty. The hazard and turn signal switch were replaced. The right outer tie rod were worn loose. The dealer replaced the right outer tie rod ends and set the front end. The right front wheel bearing was replaced. The ABS malfunctioned.

Filed May 3, 2005 · Suspension · 4 miles · MI

Consumer states: ABS system 11oo miles brakes started gridding, at 37000 had to replace master cyclinder, ABS system and the drum and brake lines in 2003 july and is getting worse. Had new brakes pads put on again in january 2005. Now ABS coming on again for 2 or 3 days at a time.

Filed Mar 20, 2005 · Brakes, Transmission · PA

Abs light goes on and stays on. Took to dealer on two different occasions, hubs had to be replaced apoximately. 2003 and jan. 2005.