2001 Chevrolet Malibu Rotor Problems
- 21
- 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
- brake rotors · 6 records
- front rotors · 6 records
- rotors replaced · 6 records
- rotors warped · 5 records
- pads rotors · 4 records
- front brake · 4 records
Mileage in stored records
| Band | Records |
|---|---|
| 1–30k mi | 4 |
| 30–60k mi | 3 |
| 60–100k mi | 1 |
Complaint records
Owner-submitted complaint content, presented as stored.
Engine And Engine Cooling · Fan/Motor · Rotor
At 36,370 miles had to replace the intake manifold and gasket on 2001 chevrolet malibu. *bf the front rotors were replaced at 28,000 and the blower only worked on high speed. *jb
ODI 10115753
Control Module · Flasher Unit · Fuel Pump · Rotor · Switch · Unknown Or Other
I have had the brakes and rotors replaced twice since buying the car in april of 2001. I took the car to jim butler chevrolet for the turn signal/flasher problem which was later recalled and i was reimbursed. I took it to don darr chevy which fixed a faulty switch operating the air conditioner/switching to outside air. I had the car towed to dobbs when it would not start, they said it was the fuel pump and assembly…
ODI 10102163
Pads · Rotor
Consumer stated while applying the brakes pedal went to the floor. A loud grinding noise was heard coming from the front. Consumer took vehicle to dealer for inspection, and mechanic determined that the brake pads and rotors needed to be replaced. *ak
ODI 10094557
Rotor
Third replacement of rotors and brakes within 3 years of owning car. *jb
ODI 10142973
Rotor
The front disc brake rotors were warped to the point where they needed to be replaced on three separate occasions approximately 8k miles apart. *nm
ODI 10136607
Rotor
Premature brake failure - 29,000 miles and car need new rotors and pads. Very light use, highway driving, no stop and go driving. *ak
ODI 10048996
Fuel Pump · Rotor · Switch · Wheel Bearing
When driving at highway speeds the vehicle stalled. The vehicle also lost power steering but the consumer managed to pull over. Problem had not been resolved. *ak two separated dealerships stated that there was nothing they could do to fix the problem until one dealer kept the vehicle for a week and stated that the vehicle experienced a "hicc up" and the vehicle was repaired. The left front wheel bearing was noisy…
ODI 10039645
Rotor
The brake rotors are warped for 2nd time , it happened at 40,000 miles, and now almost a year later after they were turned the brake rotors are warped again! I have looked on the web sites of other owners, and the same complaint has been their! *ak
ODI 10031173
Rotor
The car has experienced vibrations when applying the brakes. The front rotors were turned and pads replaced but this did not correct the issue. *ak
ODI 10058109
Pads · Rotor
Vehicle would vibrate when applied the brakes. Dealer was notified replaced five times pads/ rotors turned three times and replaced one. But problem still recurring. Please send copy. And further information.*ak
ODI 10021965
Automatic Transmission · Door · Engine · Interior · Macpherson Strut · Rotor · Seats
After researching the service bulletins section of this website, i have come to realize that i have complained/had serviced about 85% of the same problems that are listed on your database. I purchased this car new, from everett chevrolet, wa in 2000. Since the purchase. Date, i had chevy do the following: new brakes (all the way around - once, front rotors/pads - twice), all new pistons, transmission replaced, miss…
ODI 10014436
Drum · Mechanical · Pads · Rotor
Excessive brake repair:front and rear since vehicle was purchased on 9/12/01 to 3/31/03: brakes serviced on 12/14/01-machine front rotors and rear drums, 3/14/02-replace front brake pads and rotors machine rear drums, 8/12/02 r&r rear drums & machine r&r rear brake shoes & lube backing plate, 3/31/03 front brakes needed clean and adjust rear brakes. Mileage was respectively: 5836, 12450, 21975, 33533. All brake work…
ODI 10013939
Abs Warning Light · Caliper · Pads · Rotor
I purchased a 2001 chevrolet malibu in april 2001 vin [xxx] and have had the following work/problems with the brake system repaired at capital chevrolet where i purchased the vehicle. Dateproblem/repairsmileage nov 2001abs warning light on, brake pads, rotors 7,754 jan 2002front suspension9,080 mar 2002front suspension12,000 may 2002brake pads & rotors14,555 july 2002abs warning light on17,170 oct 2002brake pads &…
ODI 10000395
Engine And Engine Cooling · Hub · Rotor · Switch
2001 chevrolet malibu experiencing problems with brakes, turn signals, cooling system and theft deterrent light. *mr the consumer experienced the following: a continuous brake problem with the rotors, the theft deterrent light illuminated, so the dealer replaced the ignition cylinder the signal lights worked intermittently and the dealer replaced the hazard switch. The right side hub assembly was replaced. There was…
ODI 10120359
Rotor
Front brake rotors warped and braking effected. Front brake rotors had to be replaced. This should not happen to a new car with 5,200 miles. Service dept said this is not a uncommon problem. Brakes rotors should be made better! *ak
ODI 753556
Gasoline · Rotor
Engine pings with no reason, rotors are looking bad early on. *ak
ODI 752843
Hub · Pads · Rotor
Left and right hub bearing needed to be replaced. *ph steering wheel vibrates when braking due to front rotors having excessive runout and pads worn out evenly. Also, consumer heard noise coming from hub bearing, dealer replaced bearing. *la
ODI 10068560
Rotor
While traveling 35 mph owner applied the brakes and vehicle experienced total brake failure, along with excessive grinding noise. After inspection by a dealership owner was informed that the front pads were worn 50%, and the front rotors had warped. Owner was concerned about the extent of brake failure at low mileage.*ak
ODI 10040336
Antilock/Traction Control/Electronic Limited Slip · Rotor
While traveling at 50-55 mph and when depressing brakes consumer heard a popping noise, and there was extended stopping distance rotors have been replaced 4 times. Please provie further information.*ak
ODI 896168
Foundation Components · Rotor
This is a government agency. These cars are purchased as fleet vehicles. I have not had a problem at all with laqua chevrolet, they have fixed these vehicles anytime there has been a problem. What i am very concerned with is, these brakes were just replaced last month and we are on the third set of brakes and rotors, and they had to be replaced again this month.. Is there anything i can do regarding these 8…
ODI 759831
Rotor
The rotors have been replaced twice due to warpage whivh causes the vehicle to vibrate hile braking, the consumer believes this is a design flawwarped front brake rotors was turn down by the service department. *mj
ODI 565976