2001 Chevrolet Malibu brakes problems
Owners reported brakes problems in 107 complaints for the 2001 Chevrolet Malibu, 11% of the complaints on file.
At a glance
- Complaints
- 107 11% of this year's complaints
- Typical mileage
- 36,000 miles 44 complaints with mileage
- Crashes and fires
- 4 and 0
- Injuries and deaths
- 2 and 0
Source: NHTSA owner complaints
When brakes problems show up
View the numbers
| Mileage | Complaints |
|---|---|
| 0k to 20k miles | 15 |
| 20k to 40k miles | 9 |
| 40k to 60k miles | 10 |
| 60k to 80k miles | 5 |
| 80k to 100k miles | 1 |
| 100k to 120k miles | 0 |
| 120k to 140k miles | 1 |
| 140k to 160k miles | 1 |
| 160k to 180k miles | 2 |
| 180k to 200k miles | 0 |
| 200k+ miles | 0 |
What the data shows
Of the 44 brakes complaints that report mileage, the median is about 36,000 miles, and 77% were reported before 60,000 miles.
These complaints mention 4 crashes, 2 injuries.
What owners wrote
On the 22nd of october my vehicle had lost its brakes while traveling down a hill. My immediate response was to apply my emergency brake which did stop my car but also proceeded to cause it to crash. Upon investigation by my ins. Co. (nationwide ins.) they found that both front brake hoses had frayed on the malibu which had caused me to lose my brakes. Further action will be taken to be reimbursed for my vehicle which is now considered totalled.
Problems with brakes on 2001 chevrolet malibu. 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.
Other problems reported for the 2001 Chevrolet Malibu
- Electrical system 303 complaints
- Engine 174 complaints
- Lighting 121 complaints
- Fuel system 42 complaints
- Steering 41 complaints
- Exhaust system 36 complaints
- Cruise control 25 complaints
- Cooling system 24 complaints