2014 Chevrolet Malibu Brakes Problems
Brakes account for 64 complaints on the 2014 Chevrolet Malibu, or 18% of the 351 total complaints filed for the year. NHTSA lists two brake-related recalls, and the median mileage at failure is 61,000 miles.
- Brakes complaints
- 64
- 18% of 351
- Crashes reported
- 6
- Fires reported
- 0
- Injuries reported
- 5
- Median mileage
- 61,000 mi
- Related recalls
- 2
Typical brake symptoms owners report
- Owners report sudden brake failure or extreme pull to one side when braking at low speeds, sometimes right after the vehicle exits the auto stop/start mode.
- Several drivers describe the ABS light, stability trak warning, and check brake assist system illuminating together, followed by loss of braking and steering response.
- Some owners found the brake fluid completely empty, with warning chimes sounding every time the brake pedal was pressed until the vehicle was towed.
- Multiple complaints describe the auto stop feature failing to re-engage or malfunctioning after dealers performed the brake recall repair.
- Owners report the steering locking up during an auto-stop event at a stop sign, causing loss of vehicle control before brakes could be applied.
When 2014 Chevrolet Malibu brake complaints were filed
First complaint Mar 20, 2014, latest Jan 23, 2026.
Brakes recalls for the 2014 Chevrolet Malibu
- NHTSA 14V247000May 14, 2014Brakes140,067 vehicles
Service brakes, hydraulic:power assist:vacuum
General Motors LLC (GM) is recalling certain model year 2014 Chevrolet Malibu vehicles manufactured June 12, 2013, through May 2, 2014, and equipped with a 2.5L engine with the auto stop/start option. The affected vehicles may experience a complete loss of brake vacuum assist, disabling the hydraulic boost assist. As such, these vehicles do not comply with Federal Motor Vehicle Safety Standard (FMVSS) number 135, "Light Vehicle Brake Systems."
Risk: If the hydraulic boost assist is disabled, slowing or stopping the vehicle will require additional brake pedal effort and a lengthened stopping distance. Both of these effects increase the risk of a crash.
Remedy: GM will notify owners, and dealers will update the electronic brake control module software, free of charge. The recall began on July 3, 2014. Owners may contact General Motors customer service at 1-800-222-1020. General Motors number for this recall is 14201.
- NHTSA 14V240000May 8, 2014Brakes8,208 vehicles
Service brakes, hydraulic:foundation components:disc
General Motors LLC (GM) is recalling certain model year 2014 Buick Lacrosse vehicles manufactured January 29, 2014, through March 31, 2014 and 2014 Chevrolet Malibu vehicles manufactured February 7, 2014, through March 31, 2014, and equipped with 17 inch front brake rotors. The affected vehicles may have had brake rotors intended for the rear of the car accidentally installed on the front. The rear rotors, while the same diameter, are thinner and may result in a front brake pad detaching from the caliper.
Risk: If a brake pad detaches from caliper, there may be a sudden reduction in braking, lengthening the distance required to stop the vehicle and increasing the risk of a crash.
Remedy: GM will notify owners, and dealers will inspect the front brake rotors, and install the correct rotors with new brake pads, as necessary, free of charge. The recall began on June 20, 2014. Owners may contact General Motors customer service at 1-800-521-7300 (Buick) or 1-800-222-1020 (Chevrolet). GM's number for this recall is 14128.
Brakes complaints by Malibu model year
Raw complaint counts per model year; newer years have had less time to accumulate complaints.
Frequently asked questions
- How many brake complaints does the 2014 Chevrolet Malibu have?
- NHTSA lists 64 brake complaints for the 2014 Malibu, which is 18% of the 351 total complaints filed for that model year.
- Is there a brake recall on the 2014 Chevrolet Malibu?
- Yes, NHTSA lists two brake-related recalls: campaign 14V247000 for an electronic brake control module software update, and campaign 14V240000 for incorrect front brake rotors.
- At what mileage do 2014 Malibu brake problems usually appear?
- The median mileage at failure for brake-related complaints is 61,000 miles.
- Did the 2014 Malibu brake problems cause crashes or injuries?
- NHTSA records show 6 crashes and 5 injuries tied to brake complaints on the 2014 Malibu, with no fires reported.