47 problems related to brake electric antilock have been reported for the 1999 Chevrolet Malibu. The most recently reported issues are listed below.
Every 3,000 miles brakes would start to shake uncontrollably when applied. Took vehicle to dealership & mechanic had replaced the rotors & drums 6 different times. Each time of replacement, problem reappears. Mechanic can not located the cause of the problem.
When applying brakes entire front end will shimmy/shake, possibly causing loss of vehicle control. Also, brake pedal will go to floor, causing extended stopping distance. Dealer claimed it was not safety issue. But, brake rotors have been on back order, indictating a defect.
Front brake rotors warped. When brakes were applied front end began to shake, nearly causing loss of control. The dealer has been contacted.
While traveling at any speed and upon depressing brake pedal, vehicle pulled to the left, across three lanes. Please provide further informaton.
Abs brakes and rotors have to be replaced every two to four months. Took vehicle to dealer and problem has not been solved as of yet. Please provide any furhter information.
When driving at 60 mph and brakes were applied they began to pulsate. Rotors have been replaced once by the dealer.
When applying brakes vehicle pulsates and sometimes vehicle veers to left or right, and wont stop. Dealer says it's normal.
When brakes are applied vehicle jerks, causing extended stopping distance. Brakes have been replaced four times. Please give any further.
In extreme cold weather brakes will become hard which is extends the braking distance by 2 to 3 times longer. Cause is unknown.
The cruise control was set for 70mph when the front driver's side tire suddenly blewout, causing the cruise control to become stuck. Brakes were of no help in the situation, they malfunctioned, causing vehicle to flip over. Dealer has been contacted.
We are having problems with the braking system of our car. The rotors have had to be replaced 2 times now with 20000 miles on the car. The garage that we have had service the car told us that there was a design flaw in this year and make of car. We would appreciate any info that you can give us on this matter.
Problems with vehicle's brakes. The problem was with the abs. Gm had not been truthful with the consumer and left trail of evidence. People have been hurt and property have been damaged as a result. The dealer stated extensive rotor damage was found on the rotors.