A grinding noise when braking can occur when the brake pads are going bad. You are hearing the brake grinding on the metal discs.
They could, yes.
Brake linings worn? Wheel bearing?
Worn out brakes.
You need new brakes
Yes they can make a grinding noise, if they are bad.
A 2000 Chevrolet automobile grinding noise can be caused by several things. The most common cause of a grinding noise is worn brake pads.
If the car was sitting for a while and it was damp out, rust forms on the brake rotors. For the first mile or you will hear a grinding noise when braking until the rust has been removed by the brake pads. The longer it has been sitting, the louder it may be. This is normal.
Normally a rusty rotor would not make a grinding noise. A grinding noise from the brakes usually indicated that the pads or shoes are worn down.
Your brand pads are worn out. Stop driving this car until you can have the pads replaced.
Shaking while braking: Usually caused by warped brake rotors or worn brake pads. Grinding noise on acceleration: Often due to worn brake pads, bad wheel bearings, or drivetrain issues. It’s best to inspect the brakes and wheels soon, as worn parts can get worse over time.
lol change your brake pads they make a grinding noise when its time to replace
Your brand pads are worn out. Stop driving this car until you can have the pads replaced.