41 problems related to brake light on have been reported for the 2008 Chevrolet Malibu. The most recently reported issues are listed below. Please also check out the statistics and reliability analysis of the 2008 Chevrolet Malibu based on all problems reported for the 2008 Malibu.
All three brake lights stay on when the car is in drive, reverse, or park. When I step on the brake it will shut off then go on again. When I release the brake the lights will shut off then go back on a couple minutes later.
Loss of power steering assist while driving. Brake lights go on when driving and do not go on when braking.
Brake lights staying on while car is in parked and while vehicle is turned off.
Front low beam lights keep going out replaced low beam bulbs 3 times in 6 months and replaced harnesses once and low beam headlights continues to go out. Brake lights stay on when car is started and continues to stay on while driving. 3rd brake light doesn't work all the time. It lights up bright sometime, dim sometime, and other times it don't work at all.
Brake lights randomly illuminate! while driving down the interstate the brake lights are illuminating. This has been an issue for a while now.
A police officer pulled beside me and said my brake lights were not working at all. Brake lights will come on and stay on or will not come on at all. Took this vechicle to a mechanic and it has to do with the connection with the bcm. Thought this was recalled but there is no recalls on my vechicle. I asked some other owners of the same model and they are having the same issues. This is a huge safety hazard.
When driving brake light continue to stay on. When pressed they go off and pressing to floor they come on but when released around 6 seconds later they come on again. Was taken to dealer ship to be fixed for a recall . Worked for less than a month and it continues again. Had brake pedal switch replaced and it still continues. Now I'm getting the lights coming on saying esc off and also a traction light. In my opinion all chevy Malibu's should be recalled and done right. Worst car I ever owned. Fix your mistakes please. These things I'm describing happens anywhere I'm driving constantly.
Purchased 2008 Malibu in early 2017. Previous owner stated brake lights come on and off on their own. Had it checked out was told that their was a recall on it. Had recall 13036 work done 3/31/17. Still had problems. Took to dealer on 7/03/17 was told they couldn't duplicate and no codes they recalibrated bpps. Still had problems drove it that way took it back to dealer on 7/06/18. Was told same thing and same work performed. Same problem occurred. Read online that recall didn't solve problem. On 9/10/18 dealer stated been having a lot of same problems with other cars they replaced bcm & brake pedal sensor. Had work done. So far seems to have worked. Never felt safe while driving with brake lights on and while stopped no brake lights on. Can't believe that the manufacturer would let this problem go on as well as dealers.
Brake lights illuminate during normal driving when brakes pedal is not being pushed. Brake lights then turn off when brake pedal is pushed and don't come back on until brake pedal is pushed at least half way down. Cruise control doesn't work when this is happening. Problem happens when driving at any speed. This has been happening for about a month this time. Was previously fixed under a recall but the fix is not working.
While driving, the vehicles brake lights will suddenly illuminate even when the brakes are not being pressed. When this happens, I tap the breaks and the lights go off, only to turn on again within a few seconds of no longer being pressed. Also, in my dash panel I am receiving a "service traction" and "service esc" warning. This occurance has happened before and was corrected in 2014 after a recall was issued - however the same issue is happening again.
Brake lights remained illuminated even if brake pedal was not pushed, both while stationary and in motion. Traction control was disabled while in motion. Body control module was malfunctioning and had to be replaced. Brake lights remained illuminated on all roads, in all conditions, and at all times. Traction control was disabled primarily on city streets but sometimes on highways. The Chevrolet dealer service department said the cause was a malfunctioning body control module and had to replace it. The problems with the car are the same as those in NHTSA campaign number 14v252000, although a search by VIN reveals no outstanding recalls. The vehicle is currently undergoing repair and I will have repair invoices after the repairs are completed.
Took vehicle to local dealership because brake lights were not working. They informed me that vehicle had a recall on the brake pedal position switch system. They performed the recall. Brake lights worked for about 2 months, then quit working again. They then informed me that since the recall was already completed that this repair would be out of pocket. They informed me that the body control module was defective and I would need to replace this. I purchased the module, had gm dealership program it and they replaced the brake light switch also. Now the brake lights only work under hard braking. They have recalibrate do the brake pedal position sensor numerous times. The lights will work as should until vehicle is parked for 2 hours or more, then they start only working under hard braking conditions. Recalibrate the sensor and they work fine until vehicle sits parked.
Tl-the contact owns a 2008 Chevrolet Malibu. The contact stated that while driving at 30 mph, the contact was notified that the brake lights failed to illuminate when the brake pedal was depressed. In addition, the brake light illuminated without the brake pedal being depressed. The vehicle was taken to a dealer who repaired the vehicle under NHTSA campaign number: 14v252000 ( electrical system , electronic stability control , exterior lighting , service brakes, hydraulic , vehicle speed control ) however, the failure recurred and the vehicle was taken back to the dealer who diagnosed that the bcm module needed to be replaced. The vehicle was repaired. The manufacturer was notified of the failure. The failure mileage was 110,000. Oo.
Rear brake lights illuminate when brake pedal not applied. Also affects cruise control. I almost got in an accident on busy highway. Apparently my brake lights had been on and when I needed to slow down, I pressed the brake pedal and my lights went out. I came very close to be rear-ended. I see this is a common problem but my VIN does not show as being in recall for issue.
Tl-the contact owns a 2008 Chevrolet Malibu. The contact stated that while driving 25 mph, the service traction light illuminated and the brake lights illuminated intermittently. In addition, the contact stated that the vehicle slowed down and was hesitant to speed up after a significant amount of pressure was applied to the gas pedal. The vehicle was repaired but the issue recurred. The manufacturer was made aware of the issue. The failure mileage 35,000. Ad.
Someone following me to work informed me my brake lights were on as I was driving on the highway but when I stopped at the street light, they would go off. Now my engine light is on and the warning to service my traction control and esc system is on. The cruise control isn't working properly all the time. I googled the brake light issue and found a recall for my year of car that can cause my other issues. I called gm and was told by [xxx] that my car is included in this and transferred me to the nearest dealer to make an appt for my car repairs. The dealer said there isn't a recall for these issues but I am under a recall for the power steering recall! they do not have the parts but I can keep calling and checking . I then called gm back spoke to [xxx] who advised there isn't a recall for the brake light yet . It is upcoming soon they are in the first stage of this . No time frame when it will happen. I asked what do I do in the meantime with this unsafe car. She said I can get it fixed at my expense. I questioned if I would be reimbursed once they issue the recall. She answered no promise they will. Later that day the dealership service manager called saying gm told him to call me! we could make an appt to check my car, pay out of pocket , keep receipt , and if the recall includes my parts, I will be reimbursed or I can try to hold out for recall. I am beyond frustrated. I'm under an active recall but no part to fix it and this other in beginning stages. This light issue happened to me in October 2013. I bought a new brake switch, had it replaced by a certified mechanic. Now months later I have the same brake light issue but also my cruise control, esc warning and traction control. The best part when I asked [xxx] at gm what if I am in an accident because you are dragging this out. She replied you should call us back after your accident. Information redacted pursuant to the freedom of information act (foia), 5 u. S. C. 552(b)(6).
The brake lights come on with my foot off of the brake pedal. When I do apply the brakes the brake lights go out. The cruise control and the stabilty control will not work. I contacted my local dealer and they said there is no recall on my vehicle the dealer is jim stutzman in winchester va. .
My wife and I were travelling on interstate 40 going around 75-80 mph when the cruise control disabled by itself. I could not get it to engage and noticed the tail lights were illuminated. The only way they would go off was to apply a little pressure to the brake pedal. The cruise control will still not work and the brake lights are staying illuminated. Also when braking at high speeds the entire car occasionally shakes and does not brake properly. I have been fortunate enough that I have not needed to apply the brakes in such a manner to avoid an accident.
Brake light comes on without my depressing brakes and a delay when brakes are actually pressed. I took car into the local dealer in town and told could n't locate a problem and to bring car in the next time as the problem was occuring, also cruise control turns off while I'm driving and have been getting service error messages . Just 5/10/14 I noticed another Malibu with the same problems, while this car was acclerating and going aroung other cars it's brake lights were constantly on.
Brake lights come on when the brake pedal is not depressed. When the brake pedal is depressed slightly, the brake lights will go out. I replaced the brake pedal lever sensor. This cured the problem for about a month, now the problem has returned. The dealer did a parts warranty on the switch and supplied at no charge. I picked it up today, but have not installed it yet.
Everything everyone has been complaining about is wrong with my car. The alarm doesn't work. We have to manually lock the doors sometimes. Brake lights comes on and off as it wants. Just recently, 05/15/14 the car had been really slow at picking up. It was really hard to get the car to reach 60mph. But some days it'll pick up ok too? I hope they fix these issues sooner. Really disappointed.
The brake light switch is faulty and corroded. The brake light does not come on when brake pedal is pressed. Cruise control does not engage. This is a safety hazard as other drivers are not warned of braking.
As I was driving the driver behind me told me that there was something wrong with my tail lights. I then noticed while driving that the brake lights stayed on and when I did press down on the brakes there was nothing. This poses a great problem in that I could have been rear ended due to the drivers behind be me not knowing if I was braking or not. This needs to be recalled. My family owns 3 chevy's, but I am unhappy with the problems I am having with this Malibu. This may be our last chevy purchase.
The brake lights illuminate when the brake pedal isn't pressed. When the brake pedal is pressed the brake lights are not illuminated. Taken vehicle to dealership more than 3 times in order to relearn the brake pedal position. This affects the cruise control, as it turns off because the cruise control doesn't know the brake pedal position. This affects the traction control, as it turns off because the traction control doesn't know the brake pedal position.
06/18/2013 sudden onset of steering pulling to the rt and popping @ brake pedal & steering wheel. Svc: rotate & balance * did not fix problem. 06/23-service traction/traction off on dic. Svc: scanned for codes-told to bring back when display on dic. 07/22 brake light out. Svc: replaced bulb. 07/23 scanned for codes 3 times, checked battery/alternator. 09/11 brake job, turned rotors, ran scan, pulled bcm (passenger side) checked for fretting corrosion. 09/19 service traction finally on dic- replaced brake light switch, reset codes. 57 miles later warning back on. Scanned for codes-multiple codes. 09/20 ran scan while driving (svc traction not on dic)- multiple codes * recommended contact Chevrolet to be diagnosed - too many codes. Called chev. Customer service- referred to dealer. 10/03 @ dealer: cs request scan for codes - has stabilitrac-tcontrol on-brake light on but press brakes and lights go off-diag only perf diag test ebcm code c056100 bcm code c0277 00. *replace bpp sensor, clean apply dielectric to bcm conn. , relearn bpp sensor and clear codes. $212. 23. On same steering will pull or twitch lft to rt **perform spec. Policy 10183 steering assist. $0. */21@7:30am transporting my 2 disabled children to school, took rt and completely lost steering. Called for tow to dealer**cspower steering light comes on-steering tightens up-won't steer-then light goes off and steering comes back on. Perfdiag test code c0545 diag ps. Replace column & setup position sensor turning & torque sensor $763. 08. * not fix steering popping & pulling. Called dealer in Nov. Wanted $65 diag. Fee. 02/02 took to independent shop: lubed intermediate shaft per TSB did not fix. 02/11 svc traction back on!!! called dealer, told to bring in when on dic to scan for codes - really! wanted another $65. Cannot afford to take into dealer. 04/03/14 steering popping and pulling! unsafe car!!!.
About a month ago I noticed that my brake lights were stuck on. I didn't pay it any mind since then until yesterday 07/01/2013. A friend of mines was following me home and advised me that my brake lights were on the entire time. I checked to make sure I wasn't riding with the emergency brakes on. Now my car seems like it is pulling and there is a burning smell under my car. I'm not quite sure if this is a known issue or not. I did find an article from the huffington post that stated that there were a few complaints/issues regarding that. What could be causing this to happen. Why hasn't then been considered a recall?.
Tl-the contact owns a 2008 Chevrolet Malibu. The contact stated that while driving at various speeds, the esc and electronic traction control warning lights illuminated. In addition, the contact stated that the break pedal was depressed but the brake lights failed to illuminate and the brake lights illuminated independently without the break pedal being depressed. The failure recurred on numerous occasions. The vehicle was taken to a dealer who repaired the vehicle under NHTSA campaign number: 14v252000 (electrical system, electronic stability control, exterior lighting, service brakes, hydraulic, vehicle speed control) however, the failure recurred. The manufacturer was notified of the failure. The failure mileage was 50,000. Oo.
I was driving my vehicle and noticed my check esc check traction control light came on in my driver notification panel. When I got home I noticed that my rear brake lights were on and I wasnt even in the vehicle pressing on the brake. So I took it for a test drive and noticed that the brake lights would come on without me hitting the brakes and then when I did hit the brakes the brake lights would not come on. This has been in the shop for the fifth time now for the same thing. Huge safety concern when your brake lights are not working.
The brake lights, including the third brake light, were observed on during normal operation, when the brakes were not being applied. This gives a false indication of intended operation.
Whilst driving home one night I noticed that my brake lights were on, however I was not applying the brakes. I then pressed the brake pedal and the brake lights turned off. Once I let go of the brake they came back on after a few seconds. At the same time, I received an error that read along the lines esc service traction. My husband and I found a forum where other Malibu owners seemed to be having the same issue, so we removed the panel on the passenger side floor to check for any corrosion, then replaced the panel. The problem stopped, however this issue is re-occurring, and has occurred several other times since then. I always receive the same esc service traction error each time this happens and I am not able to use cruise control as the brake lights are being engaged without the pedal being pressed.
On several occasion I have notice that my brake lights come on without me even pressing the brakes. It also lights up and when I press the brakes it goes off. I have spoken with other Malibu owner and they complain of this same brake failure. It is very frustrating and not safe.
When I would be driving my brake lights would be illuminated. When I would brake at at stop, my brake lights would not illuminate. I was almost rear ended many many times. Traction control error kept coming on for a minute and then would go off. I've gotten it fixed and the problem has reoccured again. Although there is now a recall for these issues for the 08 Malibu the dealership says my VIN# is not included.
Brake lights come on without me pressing down the brake pedal.
After purchasing my 2008 Malibu in June of 2012, I have noticed multiple times that my brake lights stay on when acclerating, and turn off while braking. If I push the brake hard enough the light eventually does come on. I took this into the dealership to have it examined, and they did not find anything wrong with the vehicle. This has continued to happen on a weekly, if not daily basis.
There needs to be an official gm recall on the chevy Malibu 2008. My brake lights would not work. They worked in reverse. Every time I put my foot on the brake to slow down or stop, the lights wouldn't turn on to indicate to other drivers that I was slowing down. When my foot was off the brake, the brake lights would turn on. For me, and the family that I drive in this car, I felt this was hazardous. This was not safe driving for me and for everyone around me. If I had to suddenly stop and apply my brakes, I could have caused a serious accident. The brake light issue is only recalled for 2004-2007 Malibu's. This issue has continued on past 2007.