Brake Disc Pads Problems of Chevrolet Malibu - part 2

When the consumer applied the brakes, the pedal went to the floor. A loud squeaking noise was heard when the brakes were applied. The consumer was able to drive to the dealer for inspection. The mechanic informed the driver that the brake pads and rotors needed replacement. Please fill in additional information.

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Consumer stated while applying the brakes pedal went to the floor. A loud grinding noise was heard coming from the front. Consumer took vehicle to dealer for inspection, and mechanic determined that the brake pads and rotors needed to be replaced.

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While applying the brakes pedal went to the floor. A loud grinding noise was heard coming from the front. Driver took vehicle to dealer for inspection, and mechanic determined that that brake pads and rotorsa needed to be replaced.

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For some reason the front disc brake pads wear prematurely. (they last about a month or so of in-frequent driving). At about every third pad change,I've had to replace both front rotors. Ak.

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The consumer stated since purchase of vehicle she had problems with the brakes. The vehicle will not completely stop. She took the vehicle to the dealership, and they replaced the pads and rotors. However, the consumer is still experiencing stopping problems. She has taken the vehicle to a service station to have the pads replaced. They have to be replaced every two to three months. Thus far, the pads have been replaced ten times. The problem has not been fixed or diagnosed. Updated 12/07/05.

I have a 2000 chevy Malibu and it wears out brake pads on less then 10,000 miles. Gm refuses to do anything about it and blames the customer's driving habits. It is out of warranty, so there is not much I can do since gm says it is the brake pads. There has to be something else causing this to happen, but gm refuses to listen.

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Dealer replaced at 12,000 miles the fronts rotors and pads, at 23,000 miles fronts rotors and pads were replaced, at 25,000 miles rotors were resurfaced and replaced the pads, and at 27, 000 miles dealership indicated the needed resurface the front rotors and replaced the pads once again.

The brakes developed poor braking at speeds over 35 mph the front end would shimmy when applied. Twice replacing the brake pads and resurfacing of the rotors failed to correct the problem. Replacement of the front disk rotors that would not wrap with use corrected the problem gm failed to cover the repairs under warranty.

Vehicle started producing a high pitched sqeak/squeal when turning to the left after 26000 mi. Took car to dealer and was informed that the brake pads needed to be repolaced and the rotors needed to be turned. Dealer advised that the brake pads went due to my driving habits, however none of the other new vehicles I've owned in the past 10 years have had to have the pads replaced until at least 50000 mi. Dealer disagreed and told me that I had to pay for the entire job, I arguaed again and finally got the dealer to at least pay for the turning of the rotors. Work has not been done yet due to scheduling problem.

The vehicle has a nonconformity, the front brakes. (nar) premature wear of the brake pads caused the rotor to warp. Dealership has attempted to repair this malfunction, but failed.

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.

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The contact states that she owns a 2003 Chevrolet Malibu LS . She purchased the vehicle in September of 2003. January 2004 she noticed a quivering pulsating brake problem. She took vehicle to the dealer, they cleaned the brakes and then they were fine. March 204 she took vehicle in for a regular pennsylvania inspection and she had them check the brakes. They said they were excellent. May 12 2004 she had brake failure. The brake pads, shoes, and rotors had all burnt off the vehicle. So she had all of them replaced. She takes her vehicle in every four to five weeks for an oil change. Every other oil change she has brakes inspected, so it is about every 10 weeks. The last week of March she went in for another inspection everything, including the calibration on the brakes looked perfect. May 10th 2005 brake failure again, the brake shoes, pads, and the rotors burnt off again. The contact called three dealer in the pennsylavnia area and all the dealers stated that Chevrolet Malibus are known for brake problems. She called gm on may 10th, and they were only worried about how many miles on the vehicle she had, and told her to get brakes serviced more often. In a total of six weeks vehicle has burnt out the brake pads, shoes, and rotors.

Brakes on 2002 Malibu pads wear uneven rotors worn uneven calalipers are not working right. Chevy won't take care of problem.

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.

Manufacturing safety issue - Chevrolet Malibu 2003 front wheel assembly hubs rotors, and brakes. Continuous problems. Dealer and general motors refuses to correct. Rotors warped, causing brake pads to wear out. Turned twice already. Left hub replaced. Now experiencing same problems again with braking. Dealer refuses to repair during November 28, 2003 visit.

While driving at 50 mph and when depressing the brakes vehicle shuddered violently and the pulled to the right. This problem occurred on many occasions, and the consumer felt that lost of control was imminent. The vehicle was taken to the dealer, who replaced the front brake pads. Afterwards the vehicle performed worse than prior to repairs. The rotors were warped.

My 2000 Chevrolet Malibu has only 77,749 miles on it. I am the original owner and purchased the car new. Since the purchase I have replaced rotors and brake pads 4 times. This is absolutely absurd. There must be some kind of a defect in the vehicle for a person to have to replace rotors and pads 4 times within the amount of mileage I have placed on my car. Never in my life have I had to do this on any other car I have owned. I have all the paperwork where these rotors have been replaced. 3 times at the dealership and the 4th time at a private auto repair shop. I wasn't sure if the dealership was doing their job correctly because of the amount of times I have this done I decided to go to a private auto repair shop.

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).

2003 Chevrolet Malibu brake pads and rotors need replacement after 8,000-25,000 miles due to rust and wear. Brakes were "excellent" at 10,871 miles, then needed replacement at 16,350 along with new rotors.

Chevrolet 2003 Malibu - the car was leased in March 2003. The brakes were failing and the car was taken back to the dealer. They could not detect any problems since no lights came on in the car. The problem occurrence is unpredictable. Brakes become very hard and car doesn't stop, steering wheel vibrates, car does not accelerate, consumes a lot of gas. Problem detected was brake pedal remained down even when it wasn't being used. The car was brought back to the dealer three times before the defect was detected by the service manager. The car was reportedly repaired (readjusted switch for proper release of brake, replaced ft pads and rotors due to excess heat on ft brakes), but after a week, the problem represented itself. The car is now (8/21/03) at the dealer for repair (4th time it goes in). The manufacturer customer service is giving me a difficult time admitting that the car has a serious defect. They are trying to convince me that the symptoms the car presents may not signify that the problem is the same. I totally disagree because, it is the same problem. My husband and I were almost killed on the NJ turnpike due to this problem. I have asked them to take back the car but I have had little success. I am hoping that this complaint will spark an investigation. The dealer mentioned that this exact problem was found on the avalanche models.

Consumer states that she has had to replace front rotors/ pads, and rear cylinders. While driving 35 mph on highway vehicle started to shimmy and pull to the right. After taking vehicle to dealer, all the above repairs were made.

We have a 2000 Chevrolet Malibu, we have 28,000 miles on this car and we have had to replace the brakes 2 (two) times. . Once at 17000 miles and now at 28,000 they are not wearing evenly, the inside brake is wearing down before the outside. . I feel this is unsafe because it is clear I am not getting complete brake function.

This vehicle has several problems. Problem# 3: the brakes need new rotors and pads. The vehicle constantly needs work done to the brakes.

Vehicle would vibrate when applied the brakes. Dealer was notified replaced five times pads/ rotors turned three times and replaced one. But problem still recurring. Please send copy. And further information.

There was a severe pulsation every time I used the brakes. I took it into the dealer to have it checked out. The rotors were warped and the pads needed to be replaced. My car only has 20133 miles on it. There is no excuse for the rotors to be warped and I know that pads last a lot longer than 20000 miles.

Excessive brake repair:front and rear since vehicle was purchased on 9/12/01 to 3/31/brakes serviced on 12/14/01-machine front rotors and rear drums, 3/14/02-replace front brake pads and rotors machine rear drums, 8/12/02 r&r rear drums & machine r&r rear brake shoes & lube backing plate, 3/31/03 front brakes needed clean and adjust rear brakes. Mileage was respectively: 5836, 12450, 21975, 33533. All brake work done by dealer. Independent brake inspection on 4/3/03 shows front brakes needed and 20/1000ths left on rear drums. This will be the third set of brakes put on this vehicle before the manufacturer's warranty expires. Also rear drums are within 20/1000ths of drum spec discard prior to manufacturer's warranty expiration.

I have had to replace not only the brake pads but the rotors as well, every 20,000 miles dealer tells me it's the way I drive. It just so happens that I drive for a living and I'm sorry it's the product!.

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.

Brake pads wear out prematurely.

Brakes pads had to be replaced and rotors turned at 25k miles. Premature wear but dealer would not replace under warranty. Now at 46k miles car is again in need of brake pads.

Brake pads and rotors replaced in sept, 2002 and again in Dec, 2002. Brakes still scrub and squeal when braking. This is a problem that general motors I have been told knows about. Why hasn't there been a recall. This makes for a bad reputation. I will never buy another Malibu and maybe not even a Chevrolet product.

2003 chevy Malibu. 18,000 miles, had to replace front brake pads and have rotors turned. I was charged $200 for 2 hrs labor through a chevy dealer, but I feel the brake pads should have lasted longer. When I questioned the dealer, they said that most of the Malibu's and several other cars had soft brake pads and had to be replaced early. They were replaced with a thicker brake pad. How come they didn't use these to start with?.

The pads have worn excessively over a short period of time. The exsisting problem has caused the consumer to replaced the pads 12-14 time because of grinding down to metal ( 6 inches ). The brakes and rotors are frequently failing. The dealer was notified. Nlm.

New car with 13136 miles. Trip to FL. Brakes ground when caught in slow x-way traffic in louisville ky. Had to replace front brake pads, turn rotors at chv dlr. Cost $242. Warranty no good. They blamed it on living (1 mile) down a dirt road which prevented brakes from working. Reported complaint to home dlr. Then needed rotors turned again at 16000 miles. The said that brakes don't always last long, but were able to get srv. Rep. To refund $185. Dlr agreed to replace rotors if I had more trouble w/ brakes in next 10,000 mi. That means I could have a whole brake job at 28,000 at my expense. I am not happy. A commonly held idea is that brakes should last much longer. I don't ride my brakes and travel to work on paved rural roads without much traffic. I do lots of x-way driving and don't tailgate. Traded in a 1998 Malibu due to trouble with manifold gasket, air-con odor. Previously had warped rotors and a need to replace brakes much more often than 6 prev. Cars on same dirt road. Have since read that Malibu brakes have a history of problems. I think gm is ignoring the problem. They should re-engineer the brakes and give consumers a quality product.

In 2001 we purchased a new Chevrolet Malibu. After just 17,000 miles we were informed it would not pass a safety inspection because the brakes had worn out. Gm replaced the brakes for us. 13,000 miles later the same thing happened. After much complaining and letter writing, gm replaced the brakes again. I inspected the brakes in both instances and noticed that only the inner brake pad was worn, the outer pad looked brand new. The caliper is cast aluminum and it bends when the brakes are applied much like a cheap "c" clamp that you might find in a dollar store. There are two major concerns I have about this condition. First and foremost is the safety of this system. With the constant flexing I am concerned that the caliper may fracture at some point down the road. In addition to the flexing, I believe the inner pad is overheating, since it is doing all of the work, and this could cause brake fade. The caliper also appears to bind on the guide pins when the brakes are applied. When the casting bends, it causes a misalignment of the guide pins and consequently the caliper then binds. The second issue I have is with the life of the brakes. Gm says the brakes should only last between 8,000 and 12,000 miles. If the caliper didn't flex as much and the pads were wearing evenly the life expectancy of the brakes would go up significantly. In either case gm blew it with their choice of these calipers on this vehicle. At the very worst, they are putting people at risk. I wonder how many accidents involving these vehicles could be attributed to the brakes, and are people even looking at the brakes as a cause? at best, gm is shafting their customers. People are paying needlessly for service work they don't need. There is the potential for serious injury resulting from this. It also speaks to gm's integrity and ethics, allowing an inferior brake system to be used on its vehicles.