1993 Buick Lesabre brakes problems

Filed Jan 9, 2011 · Brakes · IL

I have owned the car for 3 1/2 yrs now and this is the first time I have had this type of brake failure. The brakes went all the way to the floor and the car sled, I was trying to come to a complete stop to make a turn. The ABS lite has been on the car almost ever since I bought it.

Filed Jul 29, 2010 · Brakes · 80,000 miles · GA

I recently bought a used '93 buick lesabre limited with about 80,000 miles on it. I drove it for two days without incident and then the brakes failed completely, the pedal sinking to the floor. I subsequently learned the master brake cylinder is kaput. I can understand if the brakes fail if there's a leak in the lines or the pads haven't been replaced--those are maintenance items that are the driver's responsibility. But a master cylinder should at the very least warn me with an idiot light(they had idiots back in '93 too) and preferably should last the life of the car. It's in otherwise good shape with only two owners and no accidents. All the hoses are new and the interior is in good shape, so I don't think rough handling caused the failure. It seems like this should be a recall issue even though the car is older, as brakes are vital to safety. I had a 97 honda with over 250k and its still using the original brakes although the pads and drums have been redone several times. The type of failure I experienced could well have killed me.

Filed Mar 3, 2010 · Brakes · 109,821 miles · IN

Tl*the contact owns a 1993 buck lesabre. The contact was driving approximately 20 MPH on normal road conditions. The brake pedal traveled to the floor when pressure was applied. Suddenly, there was no power response. A chime sounded inside of the vehicle. The brake warning indicator illuminated on the instrument panel. The warning indicator remained illuminated until the engine was turned off. The driver applied the brake pedal several times and the vehicle failed to slow down. The gear shifter was placed in first gear before the vehicle slowed down. The vehicle was taken to an independent mechanic for inspection. The failure was contributed to a leakage in the rear brake line. The vehicle was repaired for the malfunction. The failure mileage was 109,821. Updated 4/7/2010 *cn the consumer stated the brake lines should have been out of material that does not rust. Updated 06/24/10.

Filed Dec 9, 2002 · Brakes · WI

Brakes locked up while applying and the consumer wasn't able to drive. Dealer contacted, and was aware of problem. Please provide more information. Ts..

Filed Nov 19, 2001 · Brakes · TX

Entire brake system siezed after panic-stop, unable to move vehicle to avoid collision - would not release for approximately 20 minutes.

Filed Jul 4, 2001 · Brakes · WA

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Filed Sep 3, 2000 · Brakes · FL

Anti-lock braking system engaged without braking. System failure resulted in the necessary replacement of the following components: anti-lock brake valve, master cylinder, 2 loaded calipers, 2 brake hoses and brake fluid at the cost of $1192. Vehicle was unable to be driven to the dealership.

Filed Sep 1, 2000 · Brakes · MI

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Filed Jun 12, 2000 · Brakes · OH

Brakes were not operable. When consumer applied brakes there was severe vibration. Consumer took vehicle to dealership, and brakes were warped. *ak front rotors become warped every 10,000 to 12,000 miles.

Filed Jun 1, 2000 · Brakes · MI

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