2020 Chevrolet Malibu Brakes Problems
NHTSA lists 51 brake complaints for the 2020 Chevrolet Malibu, 26% of its 198 total complaints for the year. Four crashes and three injuries are linked to this area, with a median failure mileage of 74,500. No related recalls are on file.
- Brakes complaints
- 51
- 26% of 198
- Crashes reported
- 4
- Fires reported
- 0
- Injuries reported
- 3
- Median mileage
- 74,500 mi
- Related recalls
- 0
Typical brake symptoms owners report
- Owners describe the brake pedal failing to slow the vehicle promptly, with the car continuing at speed despite the pedal being pressed.
- Some report the brake pedal turning hard and unresponsive, with the brake booster reportedly not functioning.
- Several complaints describe the ABS message and ESC warning light illuminating together with a temporary loss of motive power.
- One driver reported the vehicle stalling while braking at low speed, later diagnosed as needing the vacuum pump and engine replaced.
- A driver reported a loud thud noise from the brakes when stopping, occurring alongside a broader loss of dashboard communication.
When 2020 Chevrolet Malibu brake complaints were filed
First complaint Jul 31, 2021, latest Sep 8, 2026.
Brakes recalls for the 2020 Chevrolet Malibu
No safety recalls on record for this model year.
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 2020 Chevrolet Malibu have?
- NHTSA lists 51 brake complaints for the 2020 Malibu, which is 26% of the 198 total complaints filed for that model year.
- Is there a brake recall for the 2020 Chevrolet Malibu?
- No. The data shows no related recalls filed for the brake system on the 2020 Malibu.
- Have the brake problems caused crashes or injuries?
- Yes. NHTSA data links four crashes and three injuries to the brake complaints for the 2020 Malibu, with no fires reported.
- At what mileage do brake problems typically occur on the 2020 Malibu?
- The median mileage at failure for brake complaints on the 2020 Malibu is 74,500 miles.
- How does the 2020 Malibu compare to other years for brake complaints?
- The 2020 Malibu's 26% share of complaints tied to brakes is higher than most other model years, including 2018 at 12% and 2021 at 2%, though earlier years like 2010 at 27% were similar or higher.