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2010 Chevrolet Malibu: grinding or squealing brakes

5 of the 1,363 complaints about the 2010 Chevrolet Malibu describe grinding or squealing brakes.

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Is there a fix? 13 service bulletins cover this area of the car. See below

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What owners say

Filed Jul 10, 2018 · Engine, Steering · 91,000 miles · CT

Everytime I turn left there is some kind of clicking grinding noise.

Filed Jan 31, 2018 · Airbags, Steering · GA

2010 chevrolet malibu. Consumer writes in regards to vehicle steering and air bag defects. *smd the consuer stated the steering would squeal and growl, which created a vibration making steering difficult. The airbag warning light was illuminated.

Filed Nov 21, 2014 · Driver assistance, Electrical · 84,820 miles · MN

The traction control light comes on and stays on when I shut off the car it goes out ,also my brake light stays on also when im going around a corner the car pulls to the left and it feels like its floating almost I brought it in ad they said it was separation ,I just put new tires on it and it isn't right, also my electrical something is wrong the radio light will blink of then come on and go dim, there is also a almost grinding noise coming from thefront right tire ,I paid alot of money for this car and I wish I would have got something different there seems to be alot wrong with it ,I brought it in on warranty and they fixed brake light and that's it, and then they charged me for a loaner car, {friendlychev}178.00.how can I be charged for a loaner car ,and they didn't fix anything else when it wasunder warranty,I got scammed !!!!

Filed Jan 26, 2013 · Brakes, Engine · 52,000 miles · TN

The rack and pinion on drivers side end rattles at slow speed. I have tried 3 different brand front brakes and all have squeaked,the transmission cooler line started leaking.the car has 69,000 on it as of now 1/26/2013. Dealer want fix any of the problem under the drive train warranty. Also has cold start engine knock.

Filed Aug 6, 2010 · Airbags, Brakes · 700 miles · NC

Tl* the contact owns a 2010 chevrolet malibu. While driving approximately 35 MPH, there was an abnormal grinding coming from the brakes when depressed. The contact also stated there was an increase in stopping distance. The dealer replaced the brake pads. The failure persisted. The vehicle was taken to the dealer four times where the brakes pads were continuously replaced but to no avail. In addition, there was an unusual clicking coming from the front passenger side of the vehicle. The dealer replaced the front axle yet the failure persisted in the front driver side of the vehicle. When applying the brake, there was a loud roar coming from the vehicle and when activating the air conditioning unit, the contact observed anti-freeze expelling from the interior vents. The air bag warning light was also illuminated. The vehicle was not repaired. The failure mileage was 700 and the current mileage was 7,600.

Questions about the 2010 Chevrolet Malibu grinding brakes

Is grinding or squealing brakes a common problem on the 2010 Chevrolet Malibu?

5 of 1,363 owner complaints about the 2010 Chevrolet Malibu (0%) mention grinding or squealing brakes. The model year with the most reports is 1998.

Is there a recall or service bulletin for this on the 2010 Chevrolet Malibu?

There are 0 recalls and 13 service bulletins for the same area of the car. Check them below with your VIN.

Other symptoms on the 2010 Chevrolet Malibu

Power steering loss 153Loss of power 100Headlights 95Check engine light 88Adaptive cruise 81Airbag light 64Steering lock-up 55Stalling 49Door locks 47Engine failure 32Jerking 32ABS 23No deployment 21Transmission failure 18Wipers 17Hesitation 15Won't shift 14Won't start 14Fuel pump 12Warning lights 12Fire or smoke 9Key fob 8Misfire 8Seat belt 8Knocking 7Slipping 6Tire blowout 6Harsh shifting 5Steering noise 5

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