Recall 14V240 covers 8,208 2014 Chevrolet Malibu and Buick Lacrosse vehicles with wrong front brake rotors. Repair is free at any franchised Chevrolet dealer.
Chevrolet is recalling 8,208 2014 Malibu and Lacrosse vehicles equipped with 17 inch front brake rotors because rear brake rotors were installed on the front. The thinner rotors can let a front brake pad detach from the caliper, which can cause a sudden reduction in braking and longer stopping distance; the dealer repair will be free once available.
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What's wrong?
The front brake rotor on the 2014 Malibu and Lacrosse is the metal disc inside the wheel that the brake pads clamp onto when you press the pedal. These vehicles were built with 17 inch front brake rotors, and the front brakes carry much of the stopping load during normal braking.
On affected vehicles, rotors meant for the rear of the car were installed on the front by mistake. The rear rotors have the same diameter, but they are thinner than the front rotors. That thickness difference leaves the front brake pad without the support it needs inside the caliper, the part that holds the pads and squeezes them against the rotor. A front brake pad can detach from the caliper.
There is no warning sign before failure. The filing does not list a dashboard light, noise, or pedal change that comes first, so any sudden change in brake feel should be treated as a reason to stop driving and call a Chevrolet dealer.
Who's affected?
Covers the Malibu and Lacrosse, with both tied to the hydraulic brake system.
| 2014 Chevrolet Malibu | hydraulic brake system |
|---|---|
| 2014 Buick Lacrosse | hydraulic brake system |
| Units affected | 8,208 |
A matching year and model does not guarantee inclusion. Check your VIN to confirm whether your specific sedan is included.
What's the safety risk?
A detached brake pad can cause a sudden reduction in braking. That lengthens the distance needed to stop and increases the risk of a crash. If braking feels weak or uneven, pull over when safe and arrange service. Repair will be free at any franchised Chevrolet dealer once available.
What should I do?
- Check your VIN to confirm your 2014 Chevrolet Malibu or Lacrosse is included in this recall.
- Watch for GM's owner letter mailed on June 23, 2014, or contact Chevrolet customer service if you never received it.
- Contact a franchised Chevrolet dealer to ask about the free front-brake-rotor inspection and brake-pad repair for the rear rotors installed on the front brakes.
- Bring the recall notice if you have it. If not, reference recall number 14V240 when you call.
- Drive cautiously until the repair is complete. Leave extra following distance because a detached front brake pad reduces braking force.
What happens at the repair
Chevrolet's remedy calls for a dealer inspection of the front brake rotors. Once the repair is available for your VIN, a Chevrolet technician checks whether rear rotors were installed on the front, installs the correct front rotors, and adds new brake pads as needed. Parts and labor are covered under the recall. Tell the service desk you are asking about GM recall 14128 for the front brake rotor inspection and replacement tied to campaign 14V240.
Timeline
| May 8, 2014 | NHTSA published the recall |
|---|---|
| June 23, 2014 | Owner notification mailed |
Frequently asked questions
What is recall 14V240?
Recall 14V240 covers 8,208 2014 Chevrolet Malibu and Lacrosse vehicles equipped with 17 inch front brake rotors. The front rotors were the wrong thickness, which can let a front brake pad detach from the caliper. Dealers inspect the rotors and install correct rotors and new pads for free.
What should I do if my 2014 Chevrolet Malibu or Lacrosse is on this recall?
Check your VIN to confirm your specific vehicle is included in recall 14V240. If it is, contact a franchised Chevrolet dealer and ask for recall number 14128. The dealer will inspect the front brake rotors and replace the rotors and brake pads as needed for free.
Is the recall repair free?
Yes. Federal recall law requires the manufacturer to repair the defect at no cost. For recall 14V240, the dealer inspects the front brake rotors and installs the correct rotors with new brake pads as needed free of charge.
What is the safety risk?
The safety risk is a sudden reduction in braking. If a front brake pad detaches from the caliper, the vehicle needs more distance to stop, which increases crash risk. Confirm your VIN, then schedule the free dealer inspection and repair if your vehicle is included.
What if I bought this vehicle used?
The free recall repair still applies. Recall coverage follows the vehicle, not the first owner. Check your VIN to confirm whether your 2014 Chevrolet Malibu or Lacrosse is included, then give the dealer recall number 14128 when you call for service.
More information
| NHTSA campaign page | nhtsa.gov/vehicle-recalls/14V240000 |
|---|---|
| Chevrolet customer service | 1-800-521-7300 |
| NHTSA recall # | 14V240 |
| NHTSA recall # (full) | 14V240000 |
Source documents
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Download Recall Investigation Document (PDF) (PDF) - Download Recall Document (PDF) (PDF)
- Download Owner Notification Letter (PDF)
- Download Owner Notice (PDF)
- Download Quarterly Report (PDF)
- Download Defect / Noncompliance Notice (PDF) (PDF)
- Download Recall Acknowledgement (PDF)
This article is generated from NHTSA's primary recall filings and reviewed against the source on June 2, 2026. RecallNotify does not paraphrase NHTSA's consequence language; that text is reproduced as written above. Editorial standards →