2003 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 pads · 11 records
- pads rotors · 7 records
- brakes applied · 4 records
- front rotors · 4 records
- brake pedal · 4 records
Mileage in stored records
| Band | Records |
|---|---|
| 1–30k mi | 11 |
| 30–60k mi | 1 |
Complaint records
Owner-submitted complaint content, presented as stored.
Rotor
2003 chevy malibu has had recurring brake problems for the last 10,000 miles it has 33,000 miles . Brakes would grab and vibrate the front end. Finally was told that it needed new rotors and pads, it is driven on a regular basis and from all the other brake complaints i read about this needs to be investigated. *jb
ODI 10143523
Caliper · Pads · Rotor
Front brake pads and rotors keep needing to be replaced. Car was purchased new in sept of 2003, need new pads/resurfaced rotors at 13,000 miles and again at 28,000 miles. *jb
ODI 10133180
Antilock/Traction Control/Electronic Limited Slip · Rotor
Vehicle safety issue: 2003 chevy malibu has been into the dealer three (3) times for brake repairs. First complaint i was told brakes needed to "wear in", car one (1) week old. Second complaint, soft and pulsating pedal with poor stopping, rotors were "refinished", vehicle mileage 6,800. Third complaint, vehicle uncontrollable when stopping at highway speeds, dealer advised that rotors have "excessive run-out" and…
ODI 10129530
Rotor
On 5/24/05 i purchased a 2003 chevy malibu from suburban chevy. From the moment i test drove it there were issues with brake noise from the car's front tires. I also noticed that the pedal was very soft when the brakes were applied. On my first visit i was informed by the technician that it was brake rust from sitting in the lot and that it would burn off in a couple of days. A week later, i returned with the same…
ODI 10126420
Rotor
The vehicle's rotors warped and the brake pads wore out which caused the brakes to pulsate. *nm the consumer requested reimbursement. This was a recurrent problem. *sc
ODI 10109774
Pads · Rotor
I have not had any accidents or injuries but i have had to replace the brake pads and rotors twice since purchasing the vehicle 6/18/03. I was told the first time which was in january of this year that i had to have my brake pads and rotors replaced that it was because my brake pads were sticking and had worn completely away so they were replaced under warranty because it had occured before i had put 12000 miles on…
ODI 10098345
Hub · Mechanical · Pads · Rotor
I have put 3 sets of brake pads and rotors on my malibu. I had the right front hub assembly changed twice. My cars brakes throw off alot of brake dust and must be pushed way down before stopping.*ak
ODI 10096435
Pads · Rotor
When the consumer applied the brakes, the pedal went to the floor. A loud squeaking noise was heard when the brakes were applied. The consumer was able to drive to the dealer for inspection. The mechanic informed the driver that the brake pads and rotors needed replacement. Please fill in additional information. *jb
ODI 10096679
Pads · Rotor
Dealer replaced at 12,000 miles the fronts rotors and pads, at 23,000 miles fronts rotors and pads were replaced, at 25,000 miles rotors were resurfaced and replaced the pads, and at 27, 000 miles dealership indicated the needed resurface the front rotors and replaced the pads once again. *ak
ODI 10073638
Lower Arm · Rotor
When driving on the expressway, when ever i brake the front end shook really hard, took the car in, rotors where warped, so the dealership replaced them. Back on the road the car shook even hard in the front end took to dealership and they fixed the problem and replaced the pads and now i have really loud sound when i stop and when i am on the express way there is a vibration when i go over 70mph. I have had this…
ODI 10079203
Antilock/Traction Control/Electronic Limited Slip · Caliper · Master Cylinder · Rotor
Consumer had to change brakes 3 times. While driving consumer heard a grinding noise in the front of vehicle. Consumer took vehicle to the dealer the first time, and they replaced the brakes. Then, brakes malfunctioned again, and consumer took the vehicle back to the dealer. This time they turned the rotors, and put on new brakes. The same type of noise was heard again. This time, when she took the vehicle to dealer…
ODI 10068659
Rotor
While depressing the brake pedal consumer heard a grinding noise which caused the vehicle to have extended stopping distance. Consumer took vehicle to the dealer to be inspected, and mechanic determined that front rotors wore out. Consumer stated that the rotors had been replaced three times within one year. *ak
ODI 10067387
Rotor
While braking brake pedal went to the floor, causing vehicle to shimmy. Dealership repaired the problem twice, but did not resolve the problem. *ak
ODI 10080195
Rotor
Front end rotors are very thin, heating up, and warping. Rotors has been changed two times since march of 2003. *ak the consumer stated that the vehicle pulsated when brakes are applied. *tc
ODI 10099591
Antilock/Traction Control/Electronic Limited Slip · Pads · Rotor · Shoes/Linings
Dt: the contact states that she owns a 2003 chevrolet malibu ls . She purchased the vehicle in september of 2003. January 2004 she noticed a quivering pulsating brake problem. She took vehicle to the dealer, they cleaned the brakes and then they were fine. March 204 she took vehicle in for a regular pennsylvania inspection and she had them check the brakes. They said they were excellent. May 12 2004 she had brake…
ODI 10120597
Rotor
When depressing the brake pedal consumer heard a grinding noise which caused extended stopping distance. The consumer took the vehicle to the dealer to be inspected. The mechanic informed the consumer that the front rotors wore out. *ak
ODI 10050338
Hub · Pads · Rotor
Manufacturing safety issue - chevrolet malibu 2003 front wheel assembly hubs rotors, and brakes. Continuous problems. Dealer and general motors refuses to correct. Rotors warped, causing brake pads to wear out. Turned twice already. Left hub replaced. Now experiencing same problems again with braking. Dealer refuses to repair during november 28, 2003 visit. *ak
ODI 10047712
Antilock/Traction Control/Electronic Limited Slip · Pads · Rotor
2003 chevrolet malibu brake pads and rotors need replacement after 8,000-25,000 miles due to rust and wear. Brakes were "excellent" at 10,871 miles, then needed replacement at 16,350 along with new rotors.*ak
ODI 10043690
Pads · Rotor · Switch
Chevrolet 2003 malibu - the car was leased in march 2003. The brakes were failing and the car was taken back to the dealer. They could not detect any problems since no lights came on in the car. The problem occurrence is unpredictable. Brakes become very hard and car doesn't stop, steering wheel vibrates, car does not accelerate, consumes a lot of gas. Problem detected was brake pedal remained down even when it…
ODI 10033303
Mechanical · Pads · Rotor
I have had to replace not only the brake pads but the rotors as well, every 20,000 miles dealer tells me it's the way i drive. It just so happens that i drive for a living and i'm sorry it's the product! *la
ODI 10068132
Rotor · Switch
2003 chevrolet malibu have problems with rotors.*mr the consumer was also told the vehicle had a defective brake lamp switch which caused parts to actually melt because the brakes stayed engaged while driving. One month later the vehicle was back to experiencing the same problem, the consumer stated when he attempted to make a u-turn, the tire did not turn they grabbed the road and sat there just bending the…
ODI 10048567