2000 Chevrolet Malibu Antilock/Traction Control/Electronic Limited Slip Problems
- 57
- 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 57 stored complaint records:
- 7 indicate a crash
- 4 indicate injury
- 0 indicate fire
- 1 indicate a death
What owners report
- stopping distance · 7 records
- brakes applied · 6 records
- brake pedal · 6 records
- rotors pads · 6 records
- extended stopping · 5 records
- applying brakes · 5 records
Mileage in stored records
| Band | Records |
|---|---|
| 1–30k mi | 2 |
| 60–100k mi | 2 |
| 30–60k mi | 1 |
Complaint records
Owner-submitted complaint content, presented as stored.
Antilock/Traction Control/Electronic Limited Slip
While driving stepped on brakes pedal to stop, but vehicle will not stop, just keeps going, causing extended stopping distance. *ak
ODI 882001
Antilock/Traction Control/Electronic Limited Slip · Rotor
In the 10 months that we have owned that car, they have had to replace the rotors three times. Each time they have told us that the 2000 malibu's have this problem, yet gm hasn't recalled them. I've had two other mechanics look at the latest set and they want to know why there is so much play in the rotors. The rotors , they say, don't fit on the wheel studs right. The studs are not in the center of the holes on the…
ODI 742085
Antilock/Traction Control/Electronic Limited Slip
Car brake apply they tend not to work when it wet or rain and have to stop quickly to avoid other car the car start to slide when apply brakes. *ak
ODI 743402
Antilock/Traction Control/Electronic Limited Slip
At 6,499 miles odometer reading, the dealer rotated tires. At that point the car front vibrated, steering wheel shakes, and brakes pulsate when brakes are applied. There were no problems prior to the dealer rotating the tires wheels; service rep indicated most likely rotors were damaged with air torque tightened lugs too tight; damaged rotors. Springs in rear continue to squeak. Factory defaults? Bulletins ? How to…
ODI 741429
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
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 · Automatic Transmission · Rotor
It has had a transmission failure,brake and rotor failure 4 different times,rack and pinion failure,control arm failure 2 times,ignition control failure at 1400 miles. *ak
ODI 748366
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
Antilock/Traction Control/Electronic Limited Slip · Automatic Transmission · Disc · Gasoline · Headlights · Latch
Engine kept knocking and the first dealer said they didn't have time to look at it , they put a new engine in but still having problems, the brakes have been replaced (rotors and pads) 2 times and still are not right, the car would not go from park to reverse on 2 occasions, i have had lights not working, door latches broken. *ak
ODI 739849
Antilock/Traction Control/Electronic Limited Slip · Rotor
Brakes and rotors have been replaced three times since purchase of vehicle. Contacted dealer, and dealer was not willing to do anything.*akconsumer was advised by dealership that this is normal wear due to excessive braking.*jb
ODI 888882
Antilock/Traction Control/Electronic Limited Slip · Disc
Slowed down to make turn, brakes did not work. Called dealer, don't have parts in. Been waiting for parts since april, 2000. Now they will not return my calls.*ak
ODI 725725
Antilock/Traction Control/Electronic Limited Slip · Rotor
I purchased my malibu new in march 2000, by july 14 with 7078 the rotors were machined, on 10/18/00 with 12,339 miles the rotors and pads were replaced. On 3/23/01 the same were replaced with 20,311 miles and again rotors and pads replaced on 2/8/02 with 36,639 miles. The dealer advised service bulletins were issued on 10/18/00 and 3/23/01 for rotors and pads. I contacted chevy in detroit o 2/8/02 and spoke to…
ODI 758783
Antilock/Traction Control/Electronic Limited Slip · Rotor · Shoes/Linings
When brake pedal was applied in a panic stop pedal went to the floor, resulting in extended stopping distance. Dealer has replaced the front brake rotors and lining. *ak
ODI 866365
Antilock/Traction Control/Electronic Limited Slip · Tires
Tires failed over time. Had to have a realignment and new front brakes installed even though the tires had been rotated and kept up to the recommended pressure. Abnormal wear on the outer front left tire and belt separation occurred on the right front to the point where it was very difficult to balance. After the realignment about 3 weeks ago, the car began to shake on the front end again due to another bad tire…
ODI 726622
Antilock/Traction Control/Electronic Limited Slip · Disc
At any speed would apply brakes to slow down or stop pedal and vehicle would pulsate. Stopping distance would be increased. Also, failed to stop sometimes. Had rotors changed due to being warped. Will be taking vehicle to dealership for 3rd time for brakes.*ak
ODI 888789
Antilock/Traction Control/Electronic Limited Slip
The brakes have continually failed every 3 months since 3000 miles. The car is not safe for my wife and children. The car should be recalled and repurchased by gm. Gm told me ms karen roberts that they are aware of the problem, but its not a safety issue until someone gets hurt.. Are they crazy? The malibu is an unsafe car. Even my service advisor harry haigh said the car should be replaced. The malibu is an…
ODI 748620
Antilock/Traction Control/Electronic Limited Slip · Disc
I have brought my car back to the dealership twice, and twice i have left disappointed. Both times, i was reassured that nothing was wrong with my car, though my front brakes vibrate constantly. I was told earlier this year that the 2000 model of my car had brake defects, but have not been able to find any information to back this story. I am truly concerned for my welfare, especially since i commute to work daily…
ODI 736611
Antilock/Traction Control/Electronic Limited Slip
Had car for 15 minutes, traveled appox 8 miles when making sudden stop had brake failure. Car continued to travel until it became lodged over a tree trunk. This vehicle was new and had only 20 miles on. Dealer said they have no idea how the brakes would have failed, we are still working with them to get this solved, in the mean time they are not providing us with a rental or loaner because they said we are not…
Crash reported · 1 injury
ODI 723046
Antilock/Traction Control/Electronic Limited Slip
NO SUMMARY LISTED FOR ABOVE VEHICLE. *AK
ODI 726972
Antilock/Traction Control/Electronic Limited Slip · Vehicle Speed Control
On two occasions at an intersection and upon applying brakes, vehicle commenced to jerk itself into an intersection. At another time, it occurred while waiting at a stop light. It started to jerk itself again while applying the brakes. Vehicle has been in/out of dealer's shop on three occasions, and the problem is still unresolved. *ak *ml
ODI 862072
Antilock/Traction Control/Electronic Limited Slip · Disc
Steering wheel shimmy. Abnormal brake pedal vibration (not abs). Car pulls to one side while applying brakes.
ODI 720359
Air Conditioner · Antilock/Traction Control/Electronic Limited Slip · Flasher Unit · Rotor
The brakes don't stop properly. The brakes have been changed 3 times. The rotors have been turned once and changed once. The blinkers don't work 95% of the time and the emergency flashers never work properly. The ac settings change on their own as you are driving the car. This causes the compressor to turn on and off, eventually causing premature compressor failure. The vehicle has died 4 times as we were driving…
ODI 761099
Antilock/Traction Control/Electronic Limited Slip
When brakes are applied there is a loud noise. The dealership indicated that the noise is from the abs brakes, and they are supposed to do that. Please provide more details. Ts
ODI 10002318