Intermittently when applying brakes ABS light illuminates on dashboard. Pedal becomes soft, resulting in extended stopping distance. Dealer has replaced rear wheel sensors. However ,it has not corrected the problem.
1994 Buick Lesabre: ABS light or ABS activating
14 of the 158 complaints about the 1994 Buick Lesabre describe ABS light or ABS activating.
- owner complaints
- 14
- of this car's complaints
- 9%
- recalls
- 0
Is there a fix? 1 service bulletin covers this area of the car. See below
ABS light or ABS activating by model year
What owners say
Abs light stays illuminated while vehicle was in motion rendering brakes inoperable.
Abs light comes on and off, vehicle jerks and vibrates from side to side without any warning.
Abs warning light came on, indicating ABS system failure. Took to dealer for repairs.
Multiple computer failures - and wire harness problems. Since dec 1998. Abs brake light failure in november. A wire harness problem also. Car in several times for a week at a time late apr - jun. $1800 plus dealer cost on wiring alone. Week 2 august - car back from shop for 2 wkks, alternator (more electrical ) fails ($280). Aug 24th fuel pump fails (electrical??) (est $600) I give up..
Abs light stays on, indicatind ABS brakes aren't working. Also, A/C control head assembly is working by itself without any control.
Anti lock brakes grabbing when applied, ABS and traction lights are illuminated. Nlm
Abs warning light has come on because the ABS has completely failed. Dealer says the vehicle needs a pressure modulator valve assembly.
While driving at 45 MPH on wet pavement, vehicle involved in frontal impact when ABS did not kick in after brakes were applied. Neither airbag deployed. Vehicle was totalled. Dealer not aware of problems which still exist. *ak
Whenever brakes are applied & the ABS is in use, they fail to work like they should. The ABS light stays on. Took vehicle to dealer & was informed by mechanic it was the inlet valve circuit that was defective & it needed to be replaced.
When applying the ABS brakes in any type of weather or speed, the vehicle will vibrate when coming to stop. Dealer replaced rotors.
When putting on brakes all of an sudden the ABS brakes experience extended stopping distance.
Service bulletins that may apply
Related recalls
No recalls on record for this model year.
Questions about the 1994 Buick Lesabre abs
Is ABS light or ABS activating a common problem on the 1994 Buick Lesabre?
14 of 158 owner complaints about the 1994 Buick Lesabre (9%) mention ABS light or ABS activating. The model year with the most reports is 1993.
Is there a recall or service bulletin for this on the 1994 Buick Lesabre?
There are 0 recalls and 1 service bulletin for the same area of the car. Check them below with your VIN.
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