Replacement of brake controller 1996 cadillac concours at a cost of 1400.00. Approaching stop sign at low speed brakes failed causing car to stop beyond stop sign. I notice that 1997 and later cadillacs have been recalled for this same problem. I am sure gm is aware that 1996 models have the same defect so why have they not covered 1996 models?
1996 Cadillac Deville: brake failure
5 of the 217 complaints about the 1996 Cadillac Deville describe brake failure.
- owner complaints
- 5
- of this car's complaints
- 2%
- recalls
- 0
Is there a fix? 1 service bulletin covers this area of the car. See below
Brake failure by model year
What owners say
The steel lines to the front of the wheels rusted through causing brake fluid to leak. As a result the vehicle had no brakes. *nm *sc
Brakes failed while going 10mph. When the brakes were applied trying to avoid an accident, brake line bursted from rusting. Dealer was notified. *ak
The disc mounting assembly of the rear brakes is held in place by a single undersize screw on each side. This screw can shear, resulting in the pedal going to the floor with a complete loss of braking ability.
Poor ABS brake performance during vehicle operation, the vehicle was hit on the passenger's side at 10 MPH and complete brake failure was experienced.
Service bulletins that may apply
Related recalls
No recalls on record for this model year.
Questions about the 1996 Cadillac Deville brake failure
Is brake failure a common problem on the 1996 Cadillac Deville?
5 of 217 owner complaints about the 1996 Cadillac Deville (2%) mention brake failure. The model year with the most reports is 1997.
Is there a recall or service bulletin for this on the 1996 Cadillac Deville?
There are 0 recalls and 1 service bulletin for the same area of the car. Check them below with your VIN.
Other symptoms on the 1996 Cadillac Deville
Power steering loss 15Loss of power 12Stalling 12Fuel pump 10Fire or smoke 9Steering lock-up 8Fuel leak 5Fuel smell 5
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