Put 3 sets of brake pads & rotors (at 16,000, 33,000, 42,000) on this car & now needs repairing again. Had front end collision, head hit steering wheel but air bags did not deploy. Entire front of car was completely crushed. Brakes failed 3 times. Would have resulted in a wreck if something had been in front of me. After repairs from wreck, leaking coolant - resulted in blown head gasket. Edwards chev & adjuster said was not from wreck - problem probably started before wreck. Car is extremely hard to steer when parking. Feels like there is no power steering.

- Fultondale, AL, USA

When brakes are applied vehicle shakes violenty, and tstopping distances increases. Problem occurs every 4-6 months. Dealer was contacted.

- Pikeville, KY, USA

Consumer had received a recall notice on vehicle for ABS brake failure. Had to replace brake rotors for second time, but dealer could not honor the recall due to this vehicle not being included in recall due to VIN. Also, warranty had expired.

- Indianapolis, IN, USA

I purchased my Malibu new in March 2000, by July 14 with 7078 the rotors were machined, on 10/18/00 with 12,339 miles the rotors and pads were replaced. On 3/23/01 the same were replaced with 20,311 miles and again rotors and pads replaced on 2/8/02 with 36,639 miles. The dealer advised service bulletins were issued on 10/18/00 and 3/23/01 for rotors and pads. I contacted Chevy in detroit O 2/8/02 and spoke to alicia. I advised for her to do research because something is wrong.

- Taberg, NY, USA

No summary listed for above vehicle.

- Eatontown, NJ, USA

Brakes failed for the 2nd time accident occurred have not had car for 3 weeks, have been waiting for GM to send inspector. Car is out of service for more than 15 days and GM has exhausted the time limit for action. I do not want this "death trap" (car) back. I also want to be credited for lease payments. I should not have to pay for manufacturer defects.

- Hollywood, FL, USA

The brakes are being replaced all the time. Chevy continues to say its just needs brake pads every three months. The front brakes sound like the car in falling apart. There has to be a problem with the complete brake system.

- Greenville, TX, USA

Bought my car new off show room floor and have had numerous problems since had it in for starting problems battery problems fuel problems window problems door lock problems engine noise engine oil leaks vibration problems brake problems dying problems popping noises in front end struts bottoming out rough ride and steering problems and so on too many to list all have had front end realigned stuts checked and repalced brakes checked and replaced wheel studs replaced fuel pump and float replaced pistons replaced battery replaced remote start system replaced alarm system replaced window regulator replaced front crank seal replaced alt checked and tested started checked still having fuel problems brake problems vibration ect had in this last week fo 6 days and when returned still having engine noise steering problems radio problems fuel problems and found impact mark on L/front of bumper one of dealers tech's hit something and now wanders to left left head light out of line and pushed back under fender hood out of line fenders bumpers driving lights and numerous other problems and damage possible that I am unable to detect at this time have contacted Chevy and complained have talked with dealer and still no responsibility taken and statements of we might have bruised it it has been wrecked now I amd paying good money for junk and want refund of all costs to me and the car taken back engines should not need to be overhauled at 14000 miles the car is 2 yaers old and acts like its 20 need responese and info to help resolve problems trying to have returned under lemon law uniform conformity act and magnuson-moss act car has become instrument that is substantially impaired and whose opperation is frought with apprehension sincerly unhappy and hurt consumer is the highway safty devision interested and going to do anything for all of us who are having problems or are we out of luck "???????" response requested

- Midvale, UT, USA

The brakes on the Malibu are a safety issue and GMC doesnt care. I have had the rotors done 5 times since 3000 miles. My dealer has had my car for a total of 19 days for repairs. There are numerous other problems with this car also. Iam tired of being told I6ts not a safety issue, well it is to all of with children and other loved ones in the car. Lets stop the politics and please do something for the consumer. (tiresize: 215)

- Weymouth, MA, USA

Front brake rotors are wearing excessively. Consumer has replaced brake rotors on four different occasions. Also, when applying brakes to make a gradual stop vehicle skidded to a stop, causing extended stopping distance. Consumer has contacted dealer. Manufacturer linked the problem to non-adjustments to brakes.

- Enfield, CT, USA

The brakes have continually failed every 3 months since 3000 miles. The car is not safe for my wife and children. The car should be recalled and repurchased by GM. GM told me ms karen roberts that they are aware of the problem, but its not a safety issue until someone gets hurt.. are they crazy? the Malibu is an unsafe car. Even my service advisor harry haigh said the car should be replaced. The Malibu is an engineering nightmare. (tiresize: P215/60/R1)

- Weymouth, MA, USA

I have been having problems with my brakes on my 2000 Chevrolet Malibu since I purchased my vehicle. Doug Chevrolet keeps replacing the pads and rotation of brakes. On 7/23/01 my car will be in the service department for the same repairs. I spoke to GM's customer services dept on/around 7/11/01. I was told by a customer service rep at GM, doug cheverot will have to fix the problem with my car. On 7/16/01 I was told by doug Chevrolet employer (s) GM knows there is a problem with brakes and they are not recalling Chevrolet Malibu's. I feel that with my problems I've been having with the brakes are just more than the pads and rotation of brakes. Once my car is serviced I will be filing a dispute form with GMC.

- Cuyahoga Falls, OH, USA

It has had a transmission failure, brake and rotor failure 4 different times, rack and pinion failure, control arm failure 2 times, ignition control failure at 1400 miles.

- Piedmont, SC, USA

While driving and upon applying brakes brake pedal went straight to the floorboard, causing extended stopping distance that resulted in a crash. The vehicle was totaled. Consumer states air bag deployment hurt her.

- Paris, CA, USA

Brakes and rotors have been replaced three times since purchase of vehicle. Contacted dealer, and dealer was not willing to do anything.*akconsumer was advised by dealership that this is normal wear due to excessive braking.

- Penns Groove, NJ, USA

At any speed would apply brakes to slow down or stop pedal and vehicle would pulsate. Stopping distance would be increased. Also, failed to stop sometimes. Had rotors changed due to being warped. Will be taking vehicle to dealership for 3rd time for brakes.

- Bradenton, FL, USA

Consumer would step on brake pedal to stop or reduce speed, but could feel a vibration on steering wheel. Also, vehicle will pull to the left. This problem had happened, and vehicle had been taken for repairs many times for brakes.

- Hendersonville, TN, USA

Car brake apply they tend not to work when it wet or rain and have to stop quickly to avoid other car the car start to slide when apply brakes.

- Jonesboro, GA, USA

Brakes and rotors were replaced the first time at 14,614 miles with GM's "new design". then again 5 months later, at 22,679 miles. The dealership admitted that GMC has a problem with these and has yet to resolve the problem. I was told that it will very likely occur again. I was also told that they did replace this free of charge twice already now, and so the next time I would have to pay. I do not understand why GM continues to sell a known defected product, and surely I'm not expected to repeatedly replace the brakes as the dealership says.

- Magnolia, TX, USA

In the 10 months that we have owned that car, they have had to replace the rotors three times. Each time they have told us that the 2000 Malibu's have this problem, yet GM hasn't recalled them. I've had two other mechanics look at the latest set and they want to know why there is so much play in the rotors. The rotors, they say, don't fit on the wheel studs right. The studs are not in the center of the holes on the rotors. I asked the service dept at stadium about this but they have yet to return my call.

- New Castle, PA, USA