1999 Chevrolet Malibu Rotor Problems
- 105
- 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 105 stored complaint records:
- 2 indicate a crash
- 3 indicate injury
- 0 indicate fire
What owners report
- rotors replaced · 29 records
- brake rotors · 25 records
- applying brakes · 16 records
- replaced rotors · 14 records
- front brake · 12 records
- steering wheel · 12 records
Mileage in stored records
| Band | Records |
|---|---|
| 30–60k mi | 10 |
| 1–30k mi | 7 |
| 60–100k mi | 2 |
| 100–150k mi | 1 |
Complaint records
Owner-submitted complaint content, presented as stored.
Rotor
When applying brakes vehicle vibrates and shakes without prior warning. Dealership is aware of problem. *ak
ODI 895437
Antilock/Traction Control/Electronic Limited Slip · Rotor
Third set of brakes & rotors in 30,000 miles, (car shakes or grinds each time) at other dealer i was told to expect it to happen again in another 10-15,000 miles only that it won't be under warranty next time. 1st time dealer replaced, 2nd time went to local garage because dealer wouldn't do it for free, 3rd time dealer replaced everything again and no charge. When i asked why it was no charge they indicated the…
ODI 745444
Rotor · Windshield Wiper/Washer
Front end was making a grinding noise and it wouldn't stop right away. Dealer both rotors would need to be replaced although one side seemed to be affected. Dealers had no reseasonable explanation for problem. *ak one of the rotors ( the left side) was determind to be bad. Also, the wiper blades scrub the windshield all the time and became worse when new ones were replaced. *yh
ODI 882046
Rotor
Consumer had to have front rotors replaced twice since purchase of vehicle 13 months ago, mechanic said rotors were made so thin they were not able to turn them. Rotors were lasting 3 to 4 months, 3000-5000 miles. Vehicle would vibrate and shake when apllying brakes. *ak
ODI 896823
Rotor
While driving and when brakes are applied vehicle will vibrate due to bad brake rotors. Replaced parts, problem reoccurred. Dealer contacted.*ak the consumer believed the rotor problem was due to manufacturing defect. *yh
ODI 8013830
Rotor
Brakes pulsating due to warped rotor, the warped rotor caused the brakes to wear down and the dealer replaced the brakes and the rotor, consumer request reimbursement. *slc
ODI 557791
Rotor
At 7000mls steering wheel would shudder and rotors were recut and pads resurfaced. At 17000mls rotors were replaced. At 27000mls car is being taken in for front brakes squeeking and grind of front rotors. *ak
ODI 736239
Antilock/Traction Control/Electronic Limited Slip · Frontal · Master Cylinder · Rotor
Problem with rotors,took to dealer 4 times. Then, front crash at 60mph, applied brakes, pedal went to floor and vehicle only slowed 10 mph. Rear ended another vehicle. Neither airabag deployed. Dealer replaced brake master cylinder, said it had internal defect. *ak
Crash reported · 1 injury
ODI 885473
Antilock/Traction Control/Electronic Limited Slip · Rotor
Replaced brakepadsand rotors twotimesince 50000 miles. *ak
ODI 744346
Antilock/Traction Control/Electronic Limited Slip · Rotor
Brakes were replaced at 12000miles. At 31000 miles brakes were replaced again and rotors were ground down. Gm said this was normal for the car. I consider it excessive and a problem assembly warps due to two metals being used in the breaks. Heat problem. *ak
ODI 735580
Air Conditioner · Cooling System · Front · Rotor
Vehicle has had 6 sets of rotors. Steering wheel and front shake and vibrate at highway speeds. Vehicle experienced engine and coolant problems. Air conditioner faulty and was repaired. *slc
ODI 877074
Rotor
Premature wear of rotors causing vehicle to vibrate. Dealer has replaced rotors at owner's expense. *ak the vehicle vibrated when brakes were applied. This problem repeated a number of times and the customer feels it was due to defective rotors. *yh
ODI 877048
Bumpers · Fuses And Circuit Breakers · Lugs/Nuts/Bolts · Rotor · Unknown Or Other
Lugs: nuts- these are constantly loose,i can turn them bye hand. Some are broken right off.and the chevrolet h.q.and dealership(wildd dodge) along with the chevydealership(ewalds) keep givin me the run around. The paint is simply peeling off the hood of the car,the rotors are grinding and are beginning to peel apart.the back bumper is starting to hang,and the back tail lights are melting and constantly out.*ak
ODI 731024
Rotor
Consumer was going 50mph & steering wheel started moving from left to right. Dealer said that brakes were warped; brake pads & rotors needed replacement. *ak
ODI 869245
Rotor
Brake rotors needed replacement due to shuddering upon braking from warped brakes. *ak
ODI 885189
Rotor
When brake pedal is depressed to make a gradual stop, vehicle shakes. Dealer has replaced brake rotors three times. *ak *slc
ODI 891964
Rotor
Entire vehicle shakes when brakes are pressed gently. Dealer has advised that both front and back rotors are to be replaced for remedy. Defect can probe consumer into an automobile accident for not being able to stop the vehicle in a timely manner. *ak
ODI 865336
Antilock/Traction Control/Electronic Limited Slip · Rotor
At high speedsthe car shakes making it hard to steer. I took in to dealer they said rotors are out of round, they cut rotors. Happen again (twice) and they finally repalced rotors. A few thousand miles later same happened. Replaced with a "redesigned rotor" which now has only lastest 7000 miles. Now warreny is up and no wants to replace rotors. I have contacted dealer, chevy, sales and service. I have received no…
ODI 723838
Rotor
Brake rotors have been replaced by the dealership approximately five times due to vibration caused from normal braking. Please provide any additional information/attachments. *ak
ODI 890858
Antilock/Traction Control/Electronic Limited Slip · Rotor
Brake rotors were replaced twice because of warping. When consumer appliesd brakes both wheel shook. Dealership was aware of problem.*ak
ODI 887640
Lugs/Nuts/Bolts · Rotor · Steering Wheel/Handle Bar
Holes were too big around the rotors & lugs: nuts came through. Upon applying brakes front end will shimmy. Also, conusmer had to grip steering wheel tightly to keep control of vehicle. When traveling 55mph or higher vehicle moved right to left. Dealer didn't seem to think it was a major concern. *ak *ml
ODI 863066
Antilock/Traction Control/Electronic Limited Slip · Rotor · Tires
While driving consumer applied brakes and pedal went all the way down to the floor. Also, rotors and tires had to be replaced. *ak
ODI 862883
Antilock/Traction Control/Electronic Limited Slip · Brake Lights · Rotor · Suspension
Have to replace brake pads/rotors every 5,000 miles. I've spent more money on the brakes on this car than gas. I've also gone through 5 sets of tires. Replaced wheel hub bearings, and still, after replacing items, the vibration, shaking, instability comes back. Also, problem with abs. Light comes on and stays on. I've had it looked at 6 times and dealer can't find problem. Each time after seeing dealer, it goes out.…
ODI 10054997
Antilock/Traction Control/Electronic Limited Slip · Front · Rotor
Vehicle has been in for a front end noise 3 times so far..1st the front suspension arms were replaced...2nd the steering knuckles were replaced....3rd they still dont know....4th to replace front left strut....on 5/22/2000 the brakes locked and shimmied, was told the rotors were worn and needed turned. *ak
ODI 723922
Antilock/Traction Control/Electronic Limited Slip · Rotor
While driving at a high rate of speed and putting on brakes, steering wheel vibrated a lot. Consumer talked to chevrolet, andthey said it was caused some flaws in the rotors. *ak
ODI 860957