2000 Chevrolet Malibu Rotor Problems
- 78
- 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 78 stored complaint records:
- 2 indicate a crash
- 0 indicate injury
- 0 indicate fire
What owners report
- rotors replaced · 15 records
- brake rotors · 14 records
- front rotors · 12 records
- rotors warped · 11 records
- brake pads · 10 records
- front brake · 9 records
Mileage in stored records
| Band | Records |
|---|---|
| 1–30k mi | 12 |
| 60–100k mi | 3 |
| 30–60k mi | 3 |
Complaint records
Owner-submitted complaint content, presented as stored.
Cooling System · Rotor
2000 chevrolet malibu developed problems with the brake equipment.*mr the consumer had the brakes replaced 3 times. The first brake service they were replaced under warranty after that the consumer was told it was considered wear and tear. The water pump was leaking. *jb
ODI 10134547
Rotor
I have a 2000 chevrolet malibu with chronic brake problems. In the 5 years i've owned it, i've had to replace the brake shoes and surface the rotors every year (and replace rotors once) because of a vibration in the front brakes. Chevrolet refuses to cover this abnormal behavior under warranty and requires that i pay for the repair every time.
ODI 10128246
Mechanical · Rotor
2000 chevrolet malibu, 20,000 miles - dealership informed me that they had to replace the front brake rotors again. This is the third set of rotors. It is not covered under warranty (i bought extended warranty) and there are no recalls. This is a problem specific to malibu's of this time period. 3 sets of brake rotors in 20,000 miles? Unheard of and absolutely qualifies for a "lemon part". This should be paid for by…
ODI 10112411
Antilock/Traction Control/Electronic Limited Slip · Rotor
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.*ak
ODI 10111564
Rotor
The dealer replaced the front brake pads and rotors at 29,000 miles, now 5,000 miles later at 34,000 miles the brake pads had to be replaced and the rotors resurfaced again. I feel the parts being used are defective. I also feel this is a safety hazard. I looked at the complaints against the same year make and model vehicle i have which is a 2000 chevrolet malibu and there are numerous complaints on the brakes.…
ODI 10083091
Air Conditioner · Automatic Transmission · Electrical System · Fuel Pump · Gasoline · Rotor · Switch
We unfortunately own a 2000 chevy malibu. We have already replaced the rotors several times for going out of round. We have also replaced the fuel pump at less then 50,000 miles at the cost of $728.00. The air conditioner pops on and off on its own not cooling for the most part. The turn signals are nonfunctional and our vin number is not included in the recall although it should be. Then there is the transmission…
ODI 10080442
Rotor
I purchased a used 2000 chevy malibu with 18,000 mile in march of 2002. The car was taken back to the dealership a week later due to problems with the brakes/rotors and the brakes/rotors were replaced. I continue to have problems with the brakes and rotors. In the 2 years i have owned this car, i have replaced the brakes and rotors 2 times and replaced the brakes 3 times. This is totally ridiculous. My car only has…
ODI 10065691
Rotor
2000 chevy malibu service brakes, hydraulic:foundation components:disc:rotor
ODI 10056195
Rotor · Switch
The turn signal worked intermittently. Sometimes the hazard switch needed to be turned on to get the turn signal to operate or sometimes it won't work at all. *jb turn signals do not work bulbs keep burning out. Water gets in the casing. Brakes and caliber worn out and had to be replaced a month after purchase. *tc
ODI 10096759
Rotor
I believe there is an engineering defect in the design of the brakes that causes premature wear of the rotors, which could lead to brake system failure. This problem is well documented by customers, service facilities and gm dealers. Gm goes out of its way to discourage relevant discussion of this problem, choosing instead to ignore it. In three years, i have had to replace my rotors 5 times with 87,000 miles on the…
ODI 10050910
Rotor · Tires
While braking the vehicle experienced extended stopping distance due to the front brake rotors wearing. Also there was a vibration when depressing the brake pedal. The dealership was notified, but the problem was not resolved. *ak the dealership told the consumer they would replace the rotors when the vehicle was first purchased, but they never did. *cb *jb
ODI 10046705
Air Conditioner · Cooling System · Electrical System · Fuel System, Gasoline · Rotor · Suspension
Intermittently when the brake pedal was applied, the brakes grabbed so hard that the entire vehicle vibrated severely. When this occurred, the vehicle failed to stop immediately. This resulted in extended stopping distance. The brake rotors warped. On one occasion this failure caused lost of control, in which the consumer almost crashed into an 18 wheeler, but was able to pull over to the medium. The dealership has…
ODI 10075995
Mechanical · Rotor
Front brakes (rotors) replace at 22,000miles the brake pads out lasted the rotors - that can't happen ??? It seems they(gm) have some type of design problem. *ak
ODI 10051278
Pads · Rotor
My 2000 chevrolet malibu has only 77,749 miles on it. I am the original owner and purchased the car new. Since the purchase i have replaced rotors and brake pads 4 times. This is absolutely absurd. There must be some kind of a defect in the vehicle for a person to have to replace rotors and pads 4 times within the amount of mileage i have placed on my car. Never in my life have i had to do this on any other car i…
ODI 10043133
Rotor
Brakes and rotors are faulty. The car makes rattling noises when brake is applied and is dangerous and there should be a recall. The car shakes excessively when brake is applied on the interstate and steering wheel shakes also. *jb
ODI 10088367
12v/24v/48v Battery · Caliper · Rotor · Service Brakes, Hydraulic
Consumer stated that brake line indicator light did not come on to inform her that she needed brakes or there was a problem with the brakes. She would hear a funny noise sometimes. Then, she took vehicle to the dealer where she purchased vehicle, and after examining the vehicle, was told she needed brakes, and that the calipers on driver's side were going out. They wanted to charge her $140.00 to turn rotors, and…
ODI 10033877
Rotor
2000 CHEVROLET MALIBU. BRAKE AND ROTOR FAILURE. *JB
ODI 10017015
Pads · Rotor
Brake pads and rotors replaced in sept, 2002 and again in dec, 2002. Brakes still scrub and squeal when braking. This is a problem that general motors i have been told knows about. Why hasn't there been a recall. This makes for a bad reputation. I will never buy another malibu and maybe not even a chevrolet product.
ODI 10000217
Rotor
Vehicle has had the brake rotors turned twice and replaced once due to excessive vibration while braking. Consider the brakes system unsafe. The ac control head has been replaced. The upper strut mounts have been replaced to try and cure front end noise. Front wheel hub and bearing have been replaced due to noise. Engine is excessively noisy on startup with clicking and tapping that the dealer calls normal. Turn…
ODI 10000172
Antilock/Traction Control/Electronic Limited Slip · Rotor
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. *nlm. Also, has had two accidents. *ak
Crash reported
ODI 10002451
Rotor
While driving the brakes were squeaking and vibrating excessively. The vehicle was checked by the dealer who advised the consumer that the chevrolet malibu brake components have to be replaced every 15000-20000 miles. *ak the consumer stated that another repair facility repaired the brakes. The consumer didn't want parts that would fail every 15 to 25k miles. *scc
ODI 8019056
Antilock/Traction Control/Electronic Limited Slip · Rotor
While driving down a hill there was extened stopping distance. Also, rotors burned out aleast 5 times. Dealer was notifed ,repair ed and replaced.*ak
ODI 8014070
Constant Velocity Joint · Rotor
Nar 02/10/2003. The consumer made several attempts to resolve the issues with his brakes. Ever since the consumer purchased the vehicle, the brakes have squealed. The consumer was told the rotor needed to be replaced and the cv joint was leaking. *jb
ODI 10008666
Rotor
I was involved in an mva back in 2002 because of turn signal failure. The dealership told me that a recall had been made but nobody ever notified me! Also my when driving on the highway my vehicle steering wheel vibrates especially when i apply the brakes. I have been close to loosing control of my vehicle on two occasions when there is water on the roads. I replaced my rotors twice! I beleive this is a safety issue…
Crash reported
ODI 10037499
Antilock/Traction Control/Electronic Limited Slip · Rotor
Consumer had received a recall notice on vehicle for abs brake failure. Had to replace brake rotors for second time, but dealer could not honor the recall due to this vehicle not being included in recall due to vin. Also, warranty had expired. Please provide more information. *ak
ODI 8005145