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
Very erratic steering when braking supposed "silent" recall; as rotors were not annealed properly chevrolet replaced rotors (i hope) and front pads condition occurred again six months later,had private garage re-cut rotors, replace pads condition occurred again three months later believe defective rotors but can't afford it, fixed income, this condition could cause severe accident if driver panics as it feels like…
ODI 10110170
Rotor
Brake rotors prematurely warp. Consumer has replaced rotors 3 times, rotors only last about 5000-8000 miles .*ak the manufacturer is aware of the problem but did not issue recall notice. The customer drives a lot of highway miles and is concerned about the safety. *yh
ODI 874895
Rotor
Had to have rotors replaced 7 times every 3000 -4000 miles) due to warping, front end of car shakes when brakes applied took it to dealer was told this was a manufactors defect and there was nothing they could due for me.
ODI 747244
Rotor
While driving vehicle experienced a flutter with the rotors. Took to dealer and they said front rotors were warped. *ak
ODI 858132
Antilock/Traction Control/Electronic Limited Slip · Rotor
When applying brakes there is a shimmy in the steering wheel. Contacted dealer, and they replaced front brake rotors. Had to take back vehicle to dealer for the same problems on 3-mar-2000 at 16800 miles, and dealer replaced rotors again. *ak
ODI 858234
Antilock/Traction Control/Electronic Limited Slip · Rotor · Tie Rod Assembly
Rotors replaced 3 times in one year, worn down. When applying brakes they pulsate, and there is increased braking distance. Also tie rod had to be replaced. *ak
ODI 883532
Hydraulic Power Assist System · Rotor
When applying the brakes, the steering wheel shakes and vibrates, dealer informed consumer that there was a problem with the rotor.*jb
ODI 563013
Rotor
Front end of vehicle vibrates when brakes are applied. Have now had 3rd set of brakes and rotors replaced, also had calipers replaced. After last repairs vehicle was taken to another dealership for repairs. I was told this could be expected to happen again in another 5000 to 7000 miles.*ak
ODI 747448
12v/24v/48v Battery · Caliper · Engine · Fuel Gauge System · Rotor
1 - brake failure at 15,000 miles; replaced brakes 4 times after dealer and manufacturer (chevrolet) failed to repair; i purchased 3 calipers, 4 rotors and many brake pads at costs of $1,000. 2 - gas guage sending unit failed after 60,000 miles; could not determine proper fuel level; purchased and replaced unit at cost of $325. 3 - intake manifold failed at 45,000 miles; vehicle experienced severe overheating;…
ODI 10074579
Rotor
Keep having problems with rotors. Vehicle shakes when applying brakes. I have seen many complaints on this issue, but chevrolet wont seem to realize it is a problem. *ak
ODI 743550
Rotor
When applying brakes there was pulsation and vibration, dealer has turned or replaced front rotors 5 times.*ak consumer adds that the vehicle began to lose control when applying brakes and is noisy. *tt
ODI 8006236
Antilock/Traction Control/Electronic Limited Slip · Rotor
Anytime when applying brakes they pulsate/ vibrate had the rotors turned at the dealership. But, is still having problems with brakes. *ak
ODI 858126
Air Conditioner · Back Up Lights · Body · Brake Lights · Engine · Front Underhood · Pads · Rotor · Tail Lights
Front brake pads replaced and rotors turned, rear brakes serviced. *cj
ODI 556069
Rotor
Front brake rotors warped and resufaced at 7,491 miles. Rotors warped and replaced at 12,864 miles. Rotors warped and replaced again at 21,000 miles. As warping develops braking distance increases with more pedal pressure required for stopping.*ak
ODI 742922
Rotor
Rotors have required replacement due to warpage 5 times in less than 40,000 miles. Cell phone number [redacted]. *ak consumer states the faulty brakes cause vibration. *slc
ODI 760726
Disc · Rotor
Front brakes at a high speed vehicle shakes a lot. In november of 1999 dealer could not remedy problem. In march of 2000 dealer replaced front brakes. Then, in may 2000 they were replaced. Late august, brakes had to be replaced again.*ak brakes and rotors were replaced on november 16,2000. *yh
ODI 873592
Antilock/Traction Control/Electronic Limited Slip · Rotor
When applying the brakes the vehicle would begin to surge then shake and shimmy making steering difficult the rotors were turned and worked fine for about 3000 mi. Then the same problem occurred the rotors were then replaced while at the dealership we learned that they were having a lot of this type of problem with the malibu and grand am . We were also informed that the warranty on the rotors was only for 17000 mi.…
ODI 719363
Cooling System · Rotor
After making buying this car, i found out what a lemon really is. One month after the purchase, the front end started shaking so bad, i could not drive over 55 on the interstate. I brought it back to the dealer who told me the rotors were a bad design. They apparently had made them too thin, which was causing them to warp during braking. After they were changed to a thicker rotor i still continued to have problems.…
ODI 10107659
Antilock/Traction Control/Electronic Limited Slip · Rotor
Every three months anti-lock braking system rotors have to be changed or shaved. Dealer has been contacted. Please provide further details.*ak
ODI 896824
Rotor
Car shakes when brakes applied at normal driving speeds. Was told by love chevrolet's service man that they were having problems with the brakes on these cars. It seems that will have to repair rotors every 8,000 miles or live with the problem. *ak
ODI 719827
Rotor
The consumer was driving at 70 mph and applied the brakes, pedal was soft, and the vehicle kept going at 70 mph and then slowed down. Vehicle had no steering and the brake pedal was shaking. In low speed when applying the brakes, they wore out and the rotors have been replaced five times. Dealer can't determine the cause of the problem. *ak
ODI 849740
Antilock/Traction Control/Electronic Limited Slip · Rotor
Consumer has had to replace brakes and rotors five times in a year and a half. Please provide any additional information/attachments.*ak
ODI 884150
Antilock/Traction Control/Electronic Limited Slip · Rotor
Brakes pulsated and made noise. Currently, brakes are locking up and rotors need to be replaced.*ak
ODI 865838
Air Conditioner · Antilock/Traction Control/Electronic Limited Slip · Back Up Lights · Door · Gasoline · Gear Position Indication (Prndl) · Lock · Retractor · Rotor · Windshield
Vehicle experienced excessive brake component failures and the abs light illuminates intermittently, the brake rotors warped causing pulsation and have been replaced 4 times, the brake pads have been replaced twice due to grinding noise. Nlm
ODI 558969
Horn · Power Window Devices And Controls · Rotor
Vehicle purchased in may 1999,has been in the shop 16 times for repairs, including inoperable horn, warped rotors,turned once, resurfaced once and finally replaced, interior vinyl peeling, replaced once and is occuring again,windows stuck in down position, current work order to have windows checked, break pedal making a "creaking" noise when depressed, recently repaird with at least 4-5 visits to the dealer with no…
ODI 721336