The Grumman LLV was hit by the driver of the Chevy Malibu. The Grumman LLV had seatbelt issues with impact. The LLV was forced over on two wheels with left side impact from the driver of Chevy Malibu. [XXX] was the driver of the USPS Grumman LLV at the time of accident sustaining neck injuries requiring medical attention. Multiple medical procedures paid out of pocket followed to include surgeries The driver of Chevy Malibu was injured and received coverage by State Farm insurance. INFORMATION REDACTED PURSUANT TO THE FREEDOM OF INFORMATION ACT (FOIA), 5 U.S.C. 552(B)(6)
2004 Chevrolet Malibu brakes problems
64 complaints (6% of all complaints for this car). Typical mileage when it fails: 56,000. 10 crashes reported.
- owner complaints
- 64
- of this car's complaints
- 6%
- typical mileage
- 56,000
- crashes
- 10
- recalls
- 1
Which part fails
- Antilock/traction control/electronic limited slip7
- Foundation components: disc: rotor5
- Pedals and linkages3
- Antilock/traction control/electronic limited slip: control unit/module2
- Foundation components: disc: caliper1
- Antilock: ABS warning light1
At what mileage
Complaints by mileage at the time of the problem.
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Chevrolet Malibu brakes problems in other years
Specific symptoms reported on the 2004 Chevrolet Malibu brakes
Phrases found in the owners' own descriptions, so one complaint can mention several symptoms.
Related recalls
Service brakes, hydraulic: antilock/traction control/electronic limited slip: control unit/module
- What is wrong
- Some of these passenger vehicles have an electronic control unit (ecu) that may calculate a higher than actual vehicle speed because of an erratic rear-wheel speed sensor signal, and cause ABS activation where it is not needed or needed ABS activation to be extended during braking as the vehicle speed drops to about 3 MPH.
- Risk
- Unexpected ABS activiation could increase stopping distance up to about 11 feet dpending on the grade of the road, increasing the risk of a crash.
- Remedy
- Dealers will reprogram the ABS controller. Owner notification began on june 16, 2004. Owners should contact chevrolet at 1‑800‑630‑2438.
Recall number 04V190000 · Recall details
What 2004 Chevrolet Malibu owners say
Most recent owner complaints, unedited.
Power steering upon ignition lights up and locks power steering. Turn off and restart several times before operational. Abs light intermittently comes on while driving. Electric assist power steering. Both in stationary and while driving in city and highway.
On friday, february, 8, 2019 my 2004 chevrolet malibu, VIN [xxx] had to be towed off of the road and home because the front brakes were locking and the vehicle was smoking from the same original location. On sunday, february 10, 2019 the vehicle was towed to the south charlotte chevrolet, the nearest dealership. On monday, february 11, 2019 kb from south charlotte chevrolet informed me that the front calipers, brakes and rotors needed to be replaced. I explained that the work was done only three and a half months ago by lancaster motor company. Kb informed me that the previous technician at lancaster motor company installed the parts incorrectly and as a result the same problem was occurring and that I needed to contact chevrolet/gmc regarding my warranty. Chevrolet/gmc is not honoring their warranty and the failed rotors almost caused my daughter to be in a car accident on february 8, 2019. The same vehicle was take to lancaster motor company, sc for a front brake concern; smoke and screeching on saturday, october 6, 2018. I received a follow up call from the lancaster motor company, sc service department on october 6, 2018 that the car could not be driven until the brakes were repaired and that they could not return it me because it was "unsafe to drive". The technician; told me that they were keeping the car and that they would follow up with me on monday, october 8, 2018. During a discussion with lancaster motor company the week of october 8, 2018 I was informed by [xxx] that my front calipers had to be replaced along with the brakes and rotors. The invoice number [xxx] totaled $1114.29 for the 2004 chevrolet malibu and I was informed that the parts were covered under warranty for twelve (12) months. Information redacted pursuant to the freedom of information act (foia), 5 u.s.c. 552(b)(6).
Clunking sound that you can feel in the foot pedal and when you rock steering wheel back in forth and clunking noise coming from front endin steering wheel and unable to control vehicle felling over loosing control of car
There was a recall on fuel system my engine light is on and had it diagnosed and its reading I need a fuel pump cant understand why when work was already done sometimes when I accelerate to 25-30 stutters and putts
Tl* the contact owns a 2004 chevrolet malibu. While driving at various speeds, the brakes engaged independently and without warning. The contact mentioned that the failure recurred several times. The vehicle was taken to an independent mechanic. The technician diagnosed that the hydraulic anti-lock control was faulty and needed to be replaced. The manufacturer was made aware of the failure. The vehicle was not repaired. The failure mileage was 120,000.
Brakes failed while driving, causing me to crash into another car.
Tl* the contact owns a 2004 chevrolet malibu. While the vehicle was being serviced by an independent mechanic, it was discovered that the tie rod and front brakes needed to be replaced.the vehicle was repaired. The manufacturer was not made aware of the failure. The failure mileage was 89,000.
The driver was traveling on a two lane road and came to a curve in the road at which time she reported that the brakes would not slow or stop the car and the car began to veer in an unintended (and unsteered) direction. The driver attempted to correct the car's path and speed and it went out of control striking four cars, crossing a divider and impacting head on with a 4 x 4 truck. The driver commented that the "car went wild".
2004 chevrolet malibu. Customer states that he has received three recall notices for vehicle in june 2014 and july 2014. All three noticed indicated the parts are not available and hasn't heard any response since.
Questions about the 2004 Chevrolet Malibu brakes
Does the 2004 Chevrolet Malibu have brakes problems?
Owners have filed 64 complaints about the brakes of the 2004 Chevrolet Malibu, 6% of all its complaints.
At what mileage do 2004 Chevrolet Malibu brakes problems start?
The typical (median) mileage in owner complaints is 56,000 miles.
Was there a recall on the 2004 Chevrolet Malibu brakes?
Yes, 1 recall: 04V190000. Check your VIN to see if your car still needs the free repair.
What year does the Chevrolet Malibu have bad brakes?
The Chevrolet Malibu model years with the most brakes complaints are 1998 (376 complaints), 1999 (307 complaints) and 2000 (250 complaints).
Other 2004 Chevrolet Malibu problems
Steering 799Electrical 151Lights 84Seats 69Transmission 64Engine 37Suspension 31Fuel system 29Acceleration 27Airbags 26Driver assistance 24Seat belts 14Visibility 9Body 8Locks 8Wheels 8Tires 2
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