Three problems related to brake sensor have been reported for the 2016 Chevrolet Malibu. The most recently reported issues are listed below. Please also check out the statistics and reliability analysis of the 2016 Chevrolet Malibu based on all problems reported for the 2016 Malibu.
Tl-the contact owns a 2016 Chevrolet Malibu. The contact stated that while driving approximately 25 mph, attempted to brake the vehicle did not stop. No warning indicators illuminated. The vehicle was taken to an unknown indepedent mechanic, they determined that the brake booster pressure sensor failed and needed replacement. The manufacturer was not notified of the failure. The vehicle was not repaired. The approximate failure mileage was 62,114. Bp.
After filling up with gas, brakes started making a loud noise and seemed like they were slipping. The first time was on Monday, October 21. There were no check engine light came on. After 20 minutes of driving the sound stopped and brakes seemed fine. Again on October 28th, the exact thing happened after getting gas. The check engine light came on briefly and went off. After 30 minutes of driving the issue stopped. The same thing happened on October 29th after getting gas. The check engine light came on and has stayed on. The brakes made the same loud noise and slipping for about 15 minutes, then were fine. I stopped at o'reilly's to get the check engine light code. It said "break booster pressure sensor" error. Mileage 134,000 when first happened, currently 134,511 miles. Unfortunately this isn't the first issue I've had with this car. Purchased January 29, 2016, gasket leaked water in cabin 6/16@37k, vehicle stalling multiple times 7/16-10/16@45k-60k no issue found, mass air flow sensor replaced 11/16@70k, stalling again in traffic 12/16@70k no issue found, engine power reduced 1/17@71k no issue found, engine power reduced 1/17@72k accelerator sensor replaced, stalling again multiple times 2/17-9/17@75k no issues found, shift to park message when in park 11/17-2/18@80k entire gear shift replaced. Continued to have intermittent stalling/sluggish issues. Service stabilitrack error with engine shutdown after autostop 11/18-12/18@98k diagnosed as battery in trunk (no battery actually in the trunk) issue continued to 1/19, battery replaced 1/19 by another dealership. Extended warranty ended 2/19 due to mileage. Check engine light only came on for 3 of the issues listed above. Car was taken to 2 authorized Chevrolet dealerships for all issues except current braking issue.
Tl- the contact owns a 2016 Chevrolet Malibu. The contact stated that while driving at 40 mph, while depressing the brake pedal, it failed to stop the vehicle as a result, the contact crashed into a median but did not sustained injuries. There was no warning indicator illuminated. The vehicle was towed to the contact residence. The contact called carlisle Chevrolet Buick GMC Cadillac dealer at (972) 938-8000, located at 1701 us-287 byp, waxahachie, TX 75165, and was informed to schedule an appointment. The contact stated that a diagnostic testing was completed at the her residence by a family mechanic and was informed that the brake rotors sensor needed to be replaced. The vehicle was not repaired. The manufacturer was not notified of the failure. The approximate failure mileage was 54,000. Aw. The VIN was not available. Aw.