1999 Chevrolet Malibu brakes problems
Owners reported brakes problems in 399 complaints for the 1999 Chevrolet Malibu, 33% of the complaints on file. It is the most reported problem area for this model year.
At a glance
- Complaints
- 399 33% of this year's complaints
- Typical mileage
- 43,000 miles 75 complaints with mileage
- Crashes and fires
- 21 and 0
- Injuries and deaths
- 22 and 0
Source: NHTSA owner complaints
When brakes problems show up
View the numbers
| Mileage | Complaints |
|---|---|
| 0k to 20k miles | 16 |
| 20k to 40k miles | 17 |
| 40k to 60k miles | 16 |
| 60k to 80k miles | 15 |
| 80k to 100k miles | 3 |
| 100k to 120k miles | 3 |
| 120k to 140k miles | 0 |
| 140k to 160k miles | 2 |
| 160k to 180k miles | 1 |
| 180k to 200k miles | 2 |
| 200k+ miles | 0 |
What the data shows
Of the 75 brakes complaints that report mileage, the median is about 43,000 miles, and 65% were reported before 60,000 miles.
These complaints mention 21 crashes, 22 injuries.
What owners wrote
When appyling brakes in an emergency ABS system failed to activate, and pedal went to the floor, causing extended stopping distance, cause unknown. After three visits to the dealer for brake problem, the ABS system failed again resulting in accident.
Continual brake problems. Three complete front brake services including rotors and pads each time at 20,000 , 36,000 , and 55,000 miles. All service was performed by chevrolet dealers. After each service I have noticed a "grinding" noise, faint, at first but worsens gradually until replacement. Last dealer (simms chevrolet ortonville michigan) strongly suggested I call GM (which I have on the last two occasions) but they claim it is normal.
Other problems reported for the 1999 Chevrolet Malibu
- Electrical system 161 complaints
- Engine 105 complaints
- Suspension 90 complaints
- Tires 76 complaints
- Lighting 71 complaints
- Cooling system 46 complaints
- Steering 41 complaints
- Air bags 40 complaints