2009 Chevrolet Malibu Brake Problems
From NHTSA owner complaints and recalls. Updated Oct 17, 2026.
How common are brake problems on the 2009 Chevrolet Malibu?
152 owners have reported brake problems on the 2009 Chevrolet Malibu, 10% of all complaints for this year and the 5th most reported problem area. Most reported problems happened at about 46,000–117,000 miles. No recall covers this problem.
152 complaints 10% of all 2009 complaints 70,000 miles typical
Which parts fail
The specific part named in each complaint.
Mileage when it failed
Each dot is a complaint that gave a mileage (114 of 152). The amber line is the middle value.
When problems were reported
Brakes complaints by the year the problem happened.
Brakes complaints by Malibu year
Related recalls
No recall covers brake problems on the 2009 Chevrolet Malibu. See all 6 recalls for this year.
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Other 2009 Chevrolet Malibu problems
Common questions
What are common 2009 Chevrolet Malibu brake problems?
Complaints most often name the master cylinder, caliper and pedals and linkages.
At what mileage do 2009 Chevrolet Malibu brake problems happen?
Most complaints that gave a mileage fell between about 46,000–117,000 miles. The middle value is about 70,000 miles.
Is there a recall for 2009 Chevrolet Malibu brake problems?
NHTSA lists no recall for this problem on the 2009 Chevrolet Malibu. If you have the problem, file a complaint at nhtsa.gov so it is counted.
Which Malibu year has the most brake complaints?
The 2010 Malibu, with 199 complaints.
Source: NHTSA complaints and recalls databases. Complaints are unverified owner reports.