Brake Electric Antilock Problems of Chevrolet Malibu - part 1

While driving after a recent episode of rain, I tried to come to a stop at a red light. I was driving down hill at approximately 20 mph when I stepped on the brake. As soon as I stepped on the brake, I began sliding at a diagonal to the direction of the street. I tried to compensate because I was approaching oncoming traffic and then began to slide the opposite direction, but still diagonal to the street on which I was traveling. I again tried to gain control of the car and almost turned perpendicular. I was finally able to gain control of my car, after going through a red light and almost sliding into head on traffic. All 4 of my tires must have been locked up to slide on a damp surface without regaining traction until an excessive amount of maneuvering was done. This incident could have resulted in death. I am in the process of finding out what I can do to have this problem investigated so that my life, or my son's life, is not put into danger again.

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When the weather is wet or snowy, and there is possible slick spots on the road, the abs is engaged even when you are pulling up slowly to the stop sign, or slowing down to arrive home, or even coming out of the driveway. . . What happens, is when doing those things in weather as described above, if you attempt to put the breaks on it makes an awful grinding sound and pushed back on you so you cant break. . . This has happened to me numerous times just backing out of my driveway. . . I pulled up to a stop sign behind someone this is right on my residential street so I was not speeding at all, it was a rainy day but the rain was light, I have brand new tires on my car too. As I pulled up behind my neighbors car to the stop sign, I was barely pushing down my break peddle when it pushed back at me and made t his deep sound I couldn't stop and I almost hit my neighbor. I went to my long time mechanic and he took it for a drive on a clear day. . . . He took it on some gravel and stopped hard well the breaks did the same thing. He said it was the abs even though he didn't look at them. I think it is the wheel bearings. I have had many other vehicles in my life and non of them did that to me on wet or snowy days! I know it isn't normal and I do not feel safe driving the vehicle. I have 2 young children and if the abs are going to be that stingy then my chances of crashing will be 99% higher!.

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When lightly applying pressure to brakes on freeway, traveling at approximately 60 mph, the tires completely locked up and the car pulled uncontrollably to the left, causing the car to fish tail and slide sideways down the freeway. Vehicle suffered damage to the front end when colliding with the cement median. I will never feel safe getting into this vehicle and getting behind the wheel again. According to the Chevrolet dealer there is "nothing wrong" with the vehicle and all systems are working "as designed".

Upon trying to brake, the brakes did not work. Pressed harder on the brakes and the brakes locked causing my 2005 Malibu to skid uncontrollably into the vehicle in front of me. Started braking approximately 40 - 50 feet from stopped vehicle. Was traveling approximately 40 mph with dry road conditions. Have had several other occasions of skidding when brakes were applied since the 9/23 incident.

Searching your database model "malibu" was not on the list. I find that hard to believe with so many complaints. After several no stops and finally an abs that would stay on the cause turned out to be the passenger hub. You probably don't want to hear all the other stuff.

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Whenever the brakes are applied the front end of the vehicle would shimmy. Would let brakes go when vehicle started to shimmy. This occurred at various speeds. It was an intermittent problem. Had taken vehicle to dealership, and had the rotors turned and brakes replaced. The rotors would be turned every 6,000 to 10,000 miles. The problem had not been resolved.

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Problems with the:"rack and pinion steering , brakes, front suspension.

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A recall for the abs system was issued. Consumer was waiting four months.

While driving 68 mph and had applied the brakes, the steering wheel was hard to control; veered to the right and vehicle rolled over into a ditch. Rental vehicle from enterprise contract #113732.

After having the steering column replaced in my 2004 Chevrolet Malibu, I noticed the brake pedal is not releasing all the way. This only happens on the freeway, so for some reason only when the car exceeds 50 miles. I reported this problem to the dealer and they said they couldn't find anything wrong with the brakes. Now I am concerned that my brakes with be harmed if they are not releasing like they should.

In August 2004 consumer had right and left wheel bearing and hub assemblies replaced. Now the abs activates at low speeds. This happens all the time. Now consumer is told by the dealer that the right wheel bearing and hub assembly needs to be replaced again. Manufacturer was called and they said the part they put in last August was under a 12 month or 12000 mile warranty and consumer had to pay to have the problem fixed.

Brakes 2001 Malibu chev. 35,000 miles brakes and rotors replaced 4 times.

While driving, (abs) braking light appeared on the dashboard and remained on. The driver was able to drive the vehicle to the dealer for inspection, and mechanic determined abs brake monitor needed replacement.

While driving 20 mph and making a left turn steering wheel locked up. Driver applied the brakes and pedal went to the floor. Driver lost control of the vehicle and hit a rock. The driver was not hurt. The vehicle was towed by triple l towing. Consumer's daughter in law heard news of gm recalling 88,000 vehicles for a power steering defect, and relayed the news to consumer. Consumer contacted gm regarding the news and was informed that vehicle is included on the list. Also, gm said that they would send an inspector to check on to the vehicle. Consumer also reported information to her insurance carrier.

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Consumer took vehicle to dealer for recall repairs. After leaving the dealer steering wheel and the brakes locked. Dealer checked vehicle, and stated that it was okay. However, vehicle was still experiencing the same problem.

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When the brakes were applied there was a delay before vehicle would stop. Dealer inspected vehicle 22 times, and problem still occurring.

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The back brakes locked up at 55 mph, which made me lose control and slam into a tree pretty hard. The road condition was paved and dry. Legal proceedings will occur if Chevrolet doesn't resolve this matter!.

Front brakes pulsate with a violent steering wheel shimmy and front end shake. This is very dangerous at normal street speeds and highway speeds.

When the brakes were applied the vehicle vibrated and the pedal traveled to the floor. The brakes on the vehicle locked up when the consumer attempted to make and turn, and the consumer's vehicle hit another motorist.

When depressing the brake pedal is delayed. The consumer has made contact with the dealership. Please provide any further details.

Consumer states that when trying to apply the anti lock brakes they will lock up, causing vehicle to have extended stopping distance. Dealer notified.

The consumer believes the brakes are designed improperly. The dealer inspected the vehicle but could not duplicate or correct the problem.

Failure to inspect safety features more than once. Dt.

Vehicle has had numerous problems with defective rotors. At 3000 miles rotors warped and needed to be serviced. Rotors have been serviced or replaced 5 times since vehicle purchase. Problem was occurring every 3000-6000 miles. . Also, has had two accidents.

Brakes have gone out completely as soon as consumer pulled into driveway. Contacted dealer. Please provide further information.

Dealer has replaced some parts, paid some labor, and blamed owner or/and normal wear for some defects. Vehicle has been in and out of garage numerous times since purchase. All scheduled maintenance has been performed at dealership. No safety defect listed.

Front brake rotors causing extended stopping distance. Rotors have been replaced 3 times prior to the incident. Manufacturer has been notified. Please provide additional information.

When brakes were applied they didn't hold, causing vehicle to rear end another vehicle. Contacted dealer.

Gm disregarded all complaints. Even told me they would not answer any more questions. Brakes are still a problem. Uneven wear, pulling, stiffening in rainy weather, warning light coming on. Gm refuses to even attempt to fix.

While driving down a hill there was extened stopping distance. Also, rotors burned out aleast 5 times. Dealer was notifed ,repair ed and replaced.

These cars are a constant repair bill and dangerous to operate because the tail lights will blow bulbs and without tail lights you are due for a rear collision. The brakes are awful and the rack and pinion didn't give any warning before it failed(locked up) gm will not take responsibility for any of these and numerous other defects in the car please help!.

Consumer states while applying brakes at 20-25 mph, the abs engaged and caused vehicle to rear end another vehicle, dealer and the manufacturer were not notified at this time. Nlm.

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When brakes are applied vehicle shakes violenty, and tstopping distances increases. Problem occurs every 4-6 months. Dealer was contacted. Please provide more information.

Brakes have gone out twice,and still not being fixed properly.