2000 Chevrolet Malibu Disc Problems
- 65
- 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 65 stored complaint records:
- 2 indicate a crash
- 1 indicate injury
- 0 indicate fire
What owners report
- brake pads · 16 records
- rotors pads · 14 records
- pads replaced · 11 records
- rotors replaced · 10 records
- pads rotors · 7 records
- front rotors · 7 records
Mileage in stored records
| Band | Records |
|---|---|
| 30–60k mi | 1 |
Complaint records
Owner-submitted complaint content, presented as stored.
Caliper · Cooling System · Disc · Drum · Pads · Shoes/Linings
2000 chevrolet malibu with persistent brake problems. Have to replace major brake components every approximately 20,000 miles. Also, dexcool coolent leak from the intake manifold after only (approx) 50,000 miles. Dexcool coolant breakdown and subsequent failure of cooling system. *ak
ODI 10051548
Air Conditioner · Defroster/Defogger/Hvac System · Disc · Engine · Turn Signal
Air conditioner switch turns on and off. Vibration in front end when braking. Turn signals work intermitently. Ticking noise in engine until warm. Windows fog excessively. Shame on chevrolet. *ak
ODI 10032953
Disc
Have owned vehicle for 18 months and have replaced rotors, brake pads, and calipers on 3 separate occasions. Dealer states normal wear and tear, but strange excessive heat on rotors to warp and crack each pair. Steering column shakes when brakes applied. Brake pedal goes to the floor with excessive braking distance. At other time, brake pedal is like manual braking with stiffness. Vehicle will slide at normal…
ODI 769072
Disc
I feel the disc brake rotors fail too rapidly and the pulsating could lead to complete brake system failute, better components should be used. *ak
ODI 767302
Disc
Front brake pads and rotors replaced at 24,500 miles. Outside pads not touched, inside pads completely gone. No warranty on this. Said it was normal wear and tear. *ak
ODI 760349
Antilock/Traction Control/Electronic Limited Slip · Disc
When brakes are applied vehicle shakes violenty, and tstopping distances increases. Problem occurs every 4-6 months. Dealer was contacted. Please provide more information.*ak
ODI 8005201
Disc
NO SUMMARY LISTED FOR ABOVE VEHICLE. *AK
Crash reported
ODI 756383
Disc
Although the dealer says that the brakes are designed to produce a slight clicking noise when the pads begin to wear, no such noise was heard. With only 23,450 miles on car, the pads on one side of the rotor wore down cutting grooves into that side of the rotor while pads on other side of same rotor had a way to go before being worn down. I understand this same problem occurred on the chevrolet s10 and for which the…
ODI 754236
Disc
Brake pads have been replaced 4 times since 14,000 miles. The rotors vibrate and shimmy when applying the brakes. Trying to get the dealer to investigate the problem is a hassle. They said that because i have my preventative maintenance done by my own personal *certified* mechanic and not at the dealer that i have voided my warranty on the rotors. They want to charge me $200 + for the replacement of the rotors. I…
ODI 751984
Air Conditioner · Automatic Transmission · Disc · Door · Flasher Unit · Gasoline
Ac automatically turns itself off switch replaces. Whining sound occurs during ac/heat fan operation fan motor replaced. Ac/heat directional controls work intermittently problem continues. Transmission slipping upon slow acceleration reported 3 times 1st & 2nd times couldn't duplicate problem 3rd time in shop 30 days replaced multiple components. Engine misfiring diagnostics indicated 3,6,2,5 cylinders misfiring…
ODI 761557
Disc
Rotors have been turned and pads replaced three times within eight months, but problem has reoccurred. Feel free to provide any further information.*ak
ODI 8014663
Disc
Brakes shimmied badly. Apparent brake problem. Dealer knew problem before i finished telling them of problem. Dealer replaced warped brake rotors and brake pads. Researched problem and discovered hundreds of same identical problem and complaints. Concerned because other consumers are having same problem fixed over and over for defective design. I am concerned about the safety issue of the brake system on this car.…
ODI 748639
Disc · Flasher Unit · Fuses And Circuit Breakers · Gasoline · Radio/Tape Deck/Cd Etc.
I bought my 2000 malibu brand new in september 1999.... My engine was pinging and making all kinds of noise, even when warm.... Brakes are very hazardous to public safety... I have been to the dealer numerious times for rotor and pad replacements and even gm's so called new thicker and improved rotors they installed on my car was just as bad as all the other ones ... I almost lost control of my car when i was…
ODI 745751
Disc
The rotors re bad and the car isn't even a year and miles under 36,ooo. Someone i know has the same exact car and it is only a few months older... Same problems. Then there is a person with an alero which is made by gmc and it's under a year old with bad rotors too... I think it is a manufacturer's defect. Rotors usually last 3-5 years.... Now me and 2 others have had our new car under a year and experienced shaking…
ODI 744852
Disc
Purchased 2000 malibu new, brakes/rotors began to pulsate at 5200 miles dealership turned rotors. Vehicle returned to dealership at 7000 with same problem, same fix by dealership. Vehicle returned to dealership at 9000 and brakes/rotors replaced with "new type/heavy duty parts". Vehicle returned to dealership at 12500 with similar problems...dealership could not duplicate my problem. Vehicle back in for the 5th time…
ODI 745352
Defroster/Defogger/Hvac System · Disc · Windshield Wiper/Washer
Brake pads uneven wear and warped rotors replaced at 13,696 i had same problems at 23,260 dealer inspected and stated ok returned vehicle again at 42816 and diagnosis was same as 1st time now not covered under 3 yr/36 due to mileage. Had to replace windshield washer pump at 42,000 miles and ac/heater control head at 50, 102. Vehicle is 2 years old and not covered due to mileage. Items replaced do not have anything…
ODI 764324
Disc
Brakes to slow down there is a vibration in the vehicle and brakes emit a rubbing noise. Dealership has examined vehicle, and performed work on brake system. However, brakes operate worse than before, and there is a very loud screeching noise coming from the brakes. *ak
ODI 889953
Disc · Foundation Components
Brake pads and rotors were replaced 2 months after vehicle was purchased brand new. In january of 2001 vehicle was experiencing same problems. Dealer replaced brake pads and rotors again. Problem happened again, so dealer retorqued wheels and sanded pads.*ak *slc
ODI 885811
Disc
Brakes pulsate, the higher the speed the more it does it. Dealer found that rotors & pads were the wrong size. They were replaced under warranty. Brakes work normal now. *ak *slc
ODI 876134
Antilock/Traction Control/Electronic Limited Slip · Disc
Brakes made excessive loud banging and grinding noise when applied at 10 to 15 miles per hour. This happen twice in a row. Had car towed to dealer as i considered it unsafe to drive. Dealer reports that they are not able to duplicate the failure and that brakes were operating to gm standards. This car has had the brakes and rotors replaced twice in the past six months. *ak
ODI 736723
Antilock/Traction Control/Electronic Limited Slip · Disc
ROTORS FAILED AT 7426;11874;18701 MILES. CHEVROLET NO HELP. *AK
ODI 740221
Antilock/Traction Control/Electronic Limited Slip · Disc
I have had my chevrolet malibu for 2 1/2 years and have had to have my brakes fixed 3 times. The abs brakes also went out on the driver's side. I have complained several times to the dealer, who stated that malibus just have those kinds of brakes. I have also complained to gm who also stated there was not a problem with their brake system. I strongly disagree, i don't believe i should be paying $500 for new rotors…
ODI 761370
Disc · Engine · Fuel Gauge System
Replaced rotors and pads10/26/2000 and02/09/2001.replaced fuel tank sending unit 03/02/2001 replacing pistons in engine 03/05/2001
ODI 741953
Antilock/Traction Control/Electronic Limited Slip · Disc
Brakes and rotors were replaced the first time at 14,614 miles with gm's "new design". Then again 5 months later, at 22,679 miles. The dealership admitted that gmc has a problem with these and has yet to resolve the problem. I was told that it will very likely occur again. I was also told that they did replace this free of charge twice already now, and so the next time i would have to pay. I do not understand why gm…
ODI 743283
Antilock/Traction Control/Electronic Limited Slip · Disc
Brakes pulsate excessivly and there was a groaning or grinding noise when brakes were applied. The dealer replace the front rotors and pads per service bulletin # 00-05-23-002. This was the second time the pads and rotors were replaced see odi # 736612. *ak
ODI 736722