24 problems related to brake disc pads have been reported for the 1999 Chevrolet Malibu. The most recently reported issues are listed below.
In July of 2005 I was involved in a accident due to the fact I was unable to stop this vehicle. I did not realize at the time that I had the ability to file a complaint to a federal safety organization. This vehicle has now had 5 brake jobs, the last being today. The front rotors had to be repaired because the vehicle was difficult to stop and had severe vibration during braking. The mileage on this vehicle is 101000 miles. At the last brake overhaul it was noted that the rear brakes were not working, ( the vehicle was delivered to me this way new) this problem was reported as repaired. I purchased this vehicle new from gamblin motors in Apr 1999 and as I have stated 5 brake repairs in 101000 miles. In July 2005 the reason I rear ended a vehicle was I was unable to stop due to poor braking action. This vehicle has had 3 sets of front rotors and brake pads and the rotors have been turned (trued on 2 separate occasions). I have filed complaints with gm about this problem and it has been disregarded. This may be because the original complaint was because of coolant system leaks that caused damage to the engine.
While driving 75 mph vehicle vibrated when applying the brakes. Vehicle was taken to an independent shop, and mechanic determined rotors and pads needed to be replaced.
When depressing the brakes at any speed there was pulsation and severe vibrations throughout the steering column. Also, there was extended stopping distance. Dealer had vehicle three times, and replaced rotors/pads on both sides, and the left front coil spring.
In March 2003 I had to have my rotors and pads replaced at 39,733 on my 1999 Chevrolet. Malibu. The rotors were warped and the pads were eaten away by the rotors. Now, August 2003, my pads are eaten away again with less than 12,000 miles on them. I am afraid the rotors are warped again. I have heard many Malibu owners and auto mechanics tell me there is a vehicle wide problem with the rotors and pads, yet gm (Chevrolet) won't help correct the problem and help with the cost of repairing (again and again).
This vehicle has several problems. Problem# 3: the brakes need new rotors and pads. The vehicle constantly needs work done to the brakes.
1999 Malibu keeps eating front brake pads. Rear brakes never wear. Pedal is always soft. Have been told by a former mr. Goodwrench that this an ongoing issue. Have tried to get gm to respond but they will not!!! I am afraid that the majority of the braking is occurring in the front and that in an emergency stop-full braking on all four wheels may not occur. Thanks.
Two-fifths of inboard pad was missing from the metal plate and appeared not to have been bonded to the plate as the metal appeared corroded in the area where the pad should have been bonded to the plate. The dealership is contacting the zone representative who is to inspect the pad and plate on February 28th. The pads were worn but not to the point that the wear indicator touched the rotors. Therefore, the only warning we had of a brake problem was an unusual noise coming from the right front wheel during brake applications, and only then after driving the vehicle for a few miles.
Brakes started making noise and became sluggish while driving, dealer machined the rotors and the pads.
Brake pads didn't wear evenly, noticable difference on upon comparison. Dealership said this was normal since both sides wore the same. Took to independent mechanic and he stated this wasn't normal wear. The front side of the pad was completely wore out and the back side had more than 60 % remaining wear. How can this be normal? the slides are not distributing the pressure evenly and therefore the pads are wearing unevenly. I feel this is a manufacturing defect. Please help!!!! thank you.
1999 Chevrolet Malibu. Brake failure, more than one time. Now up to 10th set of brake pads and rotors.
Consumerhas problem with brakes, especially at high speed. When applying brakes they pulsate and grab lightly. Dealership replaced brakes pads and rotors, and they resurfaced the rotors. Vehicle has 16000 mph, and tires the tread is warped in the center of the tires.
The brakes only failed once, however I have had it in atleast 6 times since lease for complaints on the brakes to two different dealerships. I was told by one that the Malibu's are having problems with the brake pads, why has no one been told this? my abs is agin coming on and now getting ready for it's 7th trip to service.
Brakes have been defective. Has had brakes for a year each before pads had to be replaced. Contacted dealr, and dealer was not willing to do anything.
Consumer had brakes/ pads and shoes, and rotors replaced 4 times since purchase of vehicle. At this time brake need to be replaced again. Dealer has been no help at all.
Excessive wear of rotors and brake pads. Replacement made twice within a year. Dealer notified. Provide further details.
Brake system is grinding, and it is very difficult for vehicle to make a left turn. When braking and making a turn, there is a vibration in steering. Consumer is concerned about safety of the vehicle. Dealership examines vehicle approximately every 3 months for this defect. Dealership has replaced pads and rotors, and performed numerous service jobs on brake system. Please provide any additional information/attachments.
Brake pads are experiencing excessive wear, have either been replaced or resurfaced six times by the dealership. Consumer states rotors have been replaced five timess and the brake pads have been replaced three times, brake drums resurfaced one time because of noise in wheels, recently the wheel hub was replaced, the driver side seat belt would not retract, tires were rotated.
Brake rotors has been replaced many times. Dealer could not fined cause. The brake rotors and the front brake pads failed four times due to faulty manufacturing.
My front rotors have been replaced three times and front brake pads once and I have 34,000. Called Chevrolet, claim# c03614197.
Rotors, and pads have been replaced twice. When brake pedal was applied front end began to shake and shutter. Delaer has been contacted.
Rotors and pads get hot and wap. Hard braking doesn't slow down, increase stopping distance doesn't help. Dealer notified.
The failure of rotors and brake pads caused the steering column and the wheel to vibrate at high speed and the driver was unable to maintain control. Yh.
When the brakes are applied there is a grinding noise. Dealer has been contacted.
Outer brake pad does not move which causes inner brake pad to prematurely wear, cause unknown. Please give any further details.