1999 Chevrolet Malibu Service Brakes, Hydraulic Problems
- 24
- Owner complaint records in our dataset
Records are owner complaints, not a measured failure rate.
Owner complaint recordsComplaint records reflect reports in our dataset and do not measure how frequently the problem occurs across all vehicles.
Among these 24 stored complaint records:
- 2 indicate a crash
- 2 indicate injury
- 0 indicate fire
What owners report
- intake manifold · 5 records
- replaced twice · 4 records
Mileage in stored records
| Band | Records |
|---|---|
| 30–60k mi | 7 |
| 1–30k mi | 6 |
| 60–100k mi | 4 |
| 150–400k mi | 2 |
Complaint records
Owner-submitted complaint content, presented as stored.
Parking Brake · Service Brakes, Hydraulic
When parking brake was applied, a load popping noise was heard. The left rear cable popped out of the parking brake equalizer since the part was rusted out. I am very concerned as i am well aware of the high mileage of this vehicle. It is still a popular car on the road today. *tr
ODI 10450656
Labels · Service Brakes, Hydraulic
While driving my 1999 chevrolet malibu my brake pedal fell to the floor no brakes fortunately i was close to my repair shop my mechanic found a rusted thru brake fluid line caused brake fluid to leak out loosing braking action a partial line was installed the remaining brake & gasoline lines are badly rusted. *tr
ODI 10427054
Electrical System · Fuel System, Gasoline · Latches/Locks/Linkages · Service Brakes, Hydraulic · Trunk Lid
I bought this car from a private owner not a dealership. The only problem it had when we bought it was the fuel gauge did not work. Now almost a year later i have multiple problems. The worst is while driving down the road at 65 mph my car just shuts off, no warning, the steering locks up and this happened with my 2 children in the car it was very scary. Then while sitting at a red light when i got ready to drive it…
ODI 10438536
Frontal · Service Brakes, Hydraulic
Was driving about 30 mph and traffic stopped. I applied the brakes and the car failed to slow resulting in a three car accident. *tr
Crash reported · 1 injury
ODI 10364205
Air Conditioner · Automatic Transmission · Engine And Engine Cooling · Exterior Lighting · Front · Radio/Tape Deck/Cd Etc. · Service Brakes, Hydraulic · Tires
Rotor replacement x 3. Suspension - front replaced. Calipers x3. Tire wear and leaks - replaced annually. Radio - bad wiring. A/c in dash wiring replaced twice. Rear light assembly replaced twice. Leaking in rear light assembly and trunk. Coolant leak - 8/06 at 74000 miles. Mechanic believes it is the water pump. A/c sensor replaced. *nm
ODI 10166043
Cooling System · Exterior Lighting · Service Brakes, Hydraulic
Chevrolet malibu 1999. 84000 miles. In the last four years i had to replace the tail lights twice this is the entire unit which cost over $250 each i also had to replace the stop/brake light bulbs at least six times on each side. The socket that holds the bulbs keep melting and last december it melted to the point that i saw smoke coming out and when i opened the plastic socket was completely melted. As of now…
ODI 10153529
Service Brakes, Hydraulic
In july of 2005 i was involved in a accident due to the fact i was unable to stop this vehicle. I did not realize at the time that i had the ability to file a complaint to a federal safety organization. This vehicle has now had 5 brake jobs, the last being today. The front rotors had to be repaired because the vehicle was difficult to stop and had severe vibration during braking. The mileage on this vehicle is…
Crash reported · 3 injuries
ODI 10164261
Cooling System · Electrical System · Power Window Devices And Controls · Service Brakes, Hydraulic
Brakes and rotors have been replaced 3 times since 2002- a/c goes off and on- ignition switch replaced due to electrical failure- driver's side window don't roll down- alternator and battery replaced- intake manifold gasket and radiator replaced. *nm
ODI 10132611
Hoses, Lines/Piping, And Fittings · Service Brakes, Hydraulic · Suspension · Tread/Belt · Visibility
The consumer smelled fuel while driving. She then observed fuel dripping onto the ground while parked, the vehicle was taken to the dealer for inspection. It was determined that the fuel line was leaking at the fuel filter connector due to corrosion. The consumer feels the manufacturer should be 100% responsible for replacing the fuel line. The consumer has had other components fail on the vehicle. All four tires…
ODI 10074219
Air Conditioner · Equipment · Service Brakes, Hydraulic · Tie Rod Assembly · Tires · Wheel Bearing
Since i've had the car, the brakes have been replaced twice, rotors replaced (also cleaned and other things-to the point they asked me to see if there was a recall on brakes and rotors). The right front passenger window will not work from the driver side to roll down but can still roll it up from there. The air conditioner button(resistor) needed replacing and then the vent button(resistor) needed replacing. Also,…
ODI 10052894
Equipment · Exhaust System · Service Brakes, Hydraulic
I don't know where to begin with the complaints that i have for my '99 malibu. The brake system on this car is the worst. I can't count the number of times that i have replaced my brakes. I was reading the complaint board and could not believe the number of people that had similar brake problems. You would think that the government would see some kind of pattern and make gm do something about this. I think car…
ODI 10041644
Macpherson Strut · Service Brakes, Hydraulic
Problems with brake equipment on chevrolet malibu. *mr the consumer has had to replace the vehicle's brakes, calipers and rotors many times. The vehicle's struts were also replaced. *nm the consumer was made aware of other consumers with the same make/model that have experienced the same problem. *sc
ODI 10087567
Electrical System · Engine · Service Brakes, Hydraulic
All malibu's seem to have the same problems, low miles high miles, ect brakes are replaced at least three to four times a year with minimal miles each time, head gasket leaks, alternator replaced twice, battery twice, electrical shorts twice, ignition switch handles terrible, not safe, car was suppose to have high ratings, lying to get people to buy junk. *nlm
ODI 10023072
Cooling System · Service Brakes, Hydraulic
1999 malibu with enging cooling problems and fan does not work on position 1 and 2. Had to have intake gasket replaced and one month later entire engine went out and had to be replaced. I really like my malibu, but hate the problems that i have had. I, too, have had brake problems and coolant leakage problems.*ak
ODI 10021341
Engine And Engine Cooling · Service Brakes, Hydraulic · Tires
Air conditioning control problems dealer insisted nothing wrong never repaired tires; worn out at 16000 dealer insisted that that was normal fought to get them to replace only 2 tires engine: intake manifold gasket went out never experienced the problem in all the cars i ever owned 978.00 later. Engine 3 months later presently engine has serious internal engine rattle, lose of power don't know what is wrong yet…
ODI 10069757
Electrical · Engine And Engine Cooling · Seat Belts · Service Brakes, Hydraulic · Suspension
Air controls switch back & forth from fresh to recirculate. Car has refused to start twice & antitheft system activated. Intake manifold leak upper and lower. I had the gasket replaced and gm canada paid for the labor and i paid for the parts, approx $180 canadian. I believe there was 78000 km (48,000 miles) on the car at the time. Seatbelts are slow to retract. Clunking noise in front end, they can't identify or…
ODI 10071268
Engine And Engine Cooling · Service Brakes, Hydraulic
3/18/03 - malibu is diagnosed with an intake manifold gasket failure. The vehicle was losing coolant, but there was never any signs of leakage on the driveway. An independant shop diagnosed the problem. A little research on the internet revealed that very many other gm owners were experiencing the same problem. We attempted to get assistance in paying for the repair from gm, but they refused. The design of the…
ODI 10070115
Fuel System, Gasoline · Labels · Service Brakes, Hydraulic · Suspension · Unknown Or Other
I have had nothing but problems with the brake system in my 1999 chevrolet malibu. Replaced calipers, bearings,rotors,of course pads. Now my abs light comes on and off (idiot light) also the gas gauge malfunctions when it gets to 1\4 tank also my climate control fan won't work on the 1st 3 speeds. *nlm
ODI 10014303
Service Brakes, Hydraulic
Brake rotors and pads had to be replaced at 14,000 miles. Vibrations even though rotors/pads replaced. Currently at 36,000 miles. Also had loud noises when brakes first applied at cold start. *tt
ODI 10020865
Power Train · Service Brakes, Hydraulic · Unknown Or Other
Windshield: whistles while driving at high speeds. Taken in for repairs numerous times and told that mechanic doesn't hear anything wrong. Ongoing problem. Brakes: need to be replaced every year. Car seems to chew them up. Replaced with high quality brakes from auto zone. Lifetime guarantee, and replaced by myself. Transmission: when car goes from reverse into drive, car revs up as if in neutral. Finally kicks into…
ODI 10070687
Service Brakes, Hydraulic · Suspension
The front brakes have been repaired at 20,150 miles, 29,853 miles, 44,379 miles, and 60,000 miles. The consumer has contacted chevrolet who stated there was nothing that could be done. *ak the left and right front wheel bearings were replaced and the upper bearing strut plate was also replaced. *ph *nlm
ODI 10029410
Service Brakes, Hydraulic
1999 chevrolet malibu. Brake failure, more than one time. Now up to 10th set of brake pads and rotors. *jb
ODI 10098768
Service Brakes, Hydraulic
1999 chevrolet malibu required new rotors, pads and calipers.*mr the vehicle had low mileage when the brake failed. The brakes continued to make noise after they were replaced. *nm
ODI 10079304
Engine · Service Brakes, Hydraulic
Consumer complained about two defects. Front brakes were wearing out prematurely. The brakes and rotors were replaced 4 times in less than 20,000 miles. Also, the intake manifold was leaking into the crankcase and onto the motor. *ak *jb
ODI 10061703
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