2001 Chevrolet Malibu Service Brakes, Hydraulic Problems
- 18
- 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.
What owners report
- replaced twice · 4 records
Mileage in stored records
| Band | Records |
|---|---|
| 1–30k mi | 7 |
| 30–60k mi | 1 |
| 60–100k mi | 1 |
Complaint records
Owner-submitted complaint content, presented as stored.
Service Brakes, Hydraulic
While braking vehicle experienced extended stopping distance. Dealership repaired the problem 5 times before, but problem recurred. *ak *nm
ODI 10067369
Service Brakes, Hydraulic · Wheel Bearing
Every 15,ooo miles brakes failed, and needed to be replaced. Also, dealer stated wheel bearing malfunctioned. *ak
ODI 10065428
Electrical · Power Window Devices And Controls · Service Brakes, Hydraulic · Structure · Suspension
** i don't have all the above info available at this time. Bought 11/01- hit pothole 12/01, replaced two passenger wheels(bent) and complained of "thumping" noise. Dealer 2x claimed not to hear noise. Car would not start on numerous occassions starting 5/02. Paid 111.00 for rental while dealer inspected. Dealer found nothing. Next week, failed to start again, 800# tech advice told me about…
ODI 10070982
Service Brakes, Hydraulic
The dealer replaced 5 sets of brakes and rotors on the vehicle within the past two years. *jb
ODI 10022433
Service Brakes, Hydraulic
Problems with 2001 chevrolet malibu's brake equipment. *mr the brakes were not covered under warranty but were replaced twice by the dealership, once at 13500k miles along with resurfacing of the rotors and the replacing the r/f caliper, and again at 7855k miles later. The last incident occurred when the consumer exited the expressway when a loud metal to metal sound was heard. The brakes were down to the floor and…
ODI 10033813
Air Conditioner · Cooling System · Electrical · Fuel System, Gasoline · Latches/Locks/Linkages · Service Brakes, Hydraulic · Starter Assembly · Turn Signal
1) leaking coolant from intake manifold into engine, required gasket replacement and coolant / oil change 2) turn signals work intermittently, had to replace turn signal switch 3) a/c does not work, blows hot air, dealer unable to repair 4) brakes weak, vibrate. Replaced with after market components (powerslot rotors and performance friction carbon metallic pads) 5) automatic door locks inoperative, dealer unable to…
ODI 10018548
Service Brakes, Hydraulic
The front brake calipers on this vehicle flex when the brakes are applied. This has resulted in uneven and premature wear of the brake pads. The pads were replaced twice, once at 17,000 miles and once at 30,000. The rotors were remachined at 17,000 miles, replaced at 30,000 miles and resurfaced at 33,000. The flexing of the caliper causes misalignmet of the guide pins, causing the caliper to hang up. As a result…
ODI 10070143
Service Brakes, Hydraulic
When the consumer applied the brakes the pedal went to thee floor causing the vehicle to experience extended stopping distance. *nlm
ODI 10011990
Service Brakes, Hydraulic
The front and rear brakes had to be replaced frequently.*jb
ODI 10011413
Service Brakes, Hydraulic
We had bought a 2001 chevy malibu in nov 2002 . And it is now april of 2004 . We have had the car 16 months and we have went through 5 whole brake jobs . We had recently had our brakes done in feb of 2004 with 65,000 miles and it cost us $557.00 and we had replaced the pads,shoes ,rotors and calipers . By the time we had 5,000 miles on the brakes they were gone so we had to do the whole process over again . Another…
ODI 10066421
Service Brakes, Hydraulic
While driving, the left front hub cap detached from the rim. The consumer noticed that the six lugs: nuts were hot. A technician told consumer that the heat from the front brakes melted the plastic hub cap which caused them to loosen and fall off. *ak the right front brake also overheated and caused the hub cap to fall off. *ph *nm
ODI 10048057
Service Brakes, Hydraulic
While applying her brakes the pedal went all the way down to the floor. And there were vibration coming from underneath the vehicle. Please provide additional information. Dealer is aware of the problem. Ts
ODI 8023016
Service Brakes, Hydraulic
There was extended stopping distance and vibration in the steering wheel when the brakes were applied, also a grinding noise. The rotors were replaced twice, and the brake shoes and pads 6 times. Brakes need to be replaced every 10000 miles. *jb
ODI 10019806
Service Brakes, Hydraulic
Dangerous brake rotor warpage every 16,000 miles like clock work. Causes weak brakes and extreme ware to front end moving parts. New top of the line rotors and pads will not cure problem. It is an engineering screw up. This is an ongoing engineering problem and why gm is going broke. *tr
ODI 10248911
Alternator/Generator/Regulator · Cooling System · Fuel Pump · Service Brakes, Hydraulic · Switch · Tie Rod Assembly · Wheel Bearing
2001 chevrolet malibu has developed problems with the braking and the cooling systems.***no answer required***. *mr one month after the vehicle was purchased the rotor assembly was replaced. The vehicle would turn over but it wouldn't start. The dealer replaced the fuel pump. When accelerating the vehicle's coolant light illuminated on the dash. The dealer determined that there was a leak at the by pass pipe at the…
ODI 10129136
Engine · Hinge And Attachments · Service Brakes, Hydraulic · Turn Signal
Problems with vehicle's turn signals, door locks and brakes.*mr the check engine light illuminated for six months until the dealership was able to service the problem. The door locks would freeze in the winter time and would open spontaneously while driving. The dealership responded by stating they didn't experience this while the vehicle was being checked. Thus, the problem wasn't handled by the company.…
ODI 10047879
Caliper · Pads · Service Brakes, Hydraulic
Problems with brakes on 2001 chevrolet malibu.*mr brakes were replaced twice along with resurfacing the rotors and replacing the right front caliper. The consumer stated there was a metal-to-metal sound and the brakes went to the floor when applied. In addition, consumer stated the brakes should not have to be replaced (7855 miles) after the initial replacement. *ph *jb
ODI 10044011
Service Brakes, Hydraulic
The vehicle experienced problems with the brake pads and rotors. With less than 16000 miles the consumer has replaced the pads and rotors three times. The manufacture and dealer were contacted and changed the pads and rotors one time for free but the other two times the consumer had to pay. *nlm
ODI 10012499
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