1996 Chevrolet Astro brakes problems

Filed Dec 26, 2015 · Brakes · 120,227 miles · PA

Pin holes in steel brake lines causing complete brake failure. Fortunately vehicle was sitting when brake petal was applied for starting. When pressing brake to start vehicle, petal went completely to floor. When checking under vehicle to analyze problem, pin holes leaks were observed in various places from front to rear in steel lines. I fear what may have happened had the vehicle been in motion, around pedestrians, and/or, on the road.

Filed Sep 2, 2013 · Brakes, Steering · 235,059 miles · VA

I just got home & was backing around to where I park when the brake pedal started vibrating. I did manage to park. The next day the vibrating stopped when a grating noise was made. Suddenly the brake pedal came way up. It does have some brakes but they are hard to depress. Suddenly my power steering is gone. There was no indication of problems with either beforehand. This van just passed inspection in mid-august, and has always been taken care of.

Filed Mar 18, 2003 · Airbags, Brakes · 96,000 miles · PA · crash · 2 injuries

Chevrolet astro van mark iii conversion - accident, ABS failed to correct fish tailing, front airbags did not open on frontal impact.

Filed Aug 27, 2002 · Brakes · NE

Abs light illuminated. When braking sometimes brake pedal gets really hard. Consumer has to pump on brake to stop. This happens maybe once a day. Please provide any further information.

Filed Aug 8, 2001 · Brakes, Fuel system · NY

During normal operation of vehicle, it sounds as if an explosion occurs in the front end of vehicle. This has occurred four times, and dealership replaced both front brake calipers twice. Also, found a short in the fuel pump. Has not examined vehicle for the last incident. *ak consumer states brake pedal is very soft and sometimes goes to the floor, the calipers break and cause a loud noise, consumer states braking power has been lost on three occasions. Vehicle stalled on one occasion. Consumer no longer drives this vehicle. Left side door lock inoperative, dealer replaced the actuator. Right side upper control arm bolts loose causing noise, left rear leaf spring u bolt mispositioned hitting axle tube, causing knocking noise.

Filed Jul 9, 2001 · Brakes · FL

While stopping or slowing down brakes will make some noise. Contacted dealer, and the dealer is not willing to do anything.

Filed Mar 29, 2001 · Brakes, Electrical · CA

Abs light is on, and when brakes are applied stopping distance is not normal. Dealer has been contacted.*ak consumer has had numerous repairs on vehicle, differential was overhauled, windshield wipers work intermittenly, fule injection system was repaired, ignition switch cylinder was replaced, as well as alternator, the entire ABS system has been rebuilt, consumer states rattle sound from front of engine drivebelt was replaced as well as tensioner, also fule/air filter was replaced. Automatic transmission was replaced. Front and rear shocks were replaced.

Filed Mar 19, 2001 · Brakes · MI

Loss of braking due to defective rotors deteriorating from within. Dealer notified, and informed consumer that vehicle was not covered under a recall or warranty. *ak consumer stated that the dealer admitted that this was a common problem with metallic brake linings, the steel peels away from the rotors.

Filed Dec 19, 2000 · Brakes, Steering · MI

While driving steering and brakes go out at same time. Dealer has been contacted.

Filed Sep 1, 2000 · Brakes · FL

On aug 26 2000 I had front disc brake pads replaced and in checking the master cylinder it was discovered that the brake fluid was contaminated I brought the vehicle to the dealer mentioned and his service dept stated that this was done by someone who changed the oil dipped his finger inside with a little grease and contaminated the fluid it was also stated that the brake fluid contained algy also the brake fluid in the master cylinder was very low it seems that the service dept.finds ways and excuses when the vehicle is under warranty not to fix the problem but instead offers excuses for the problem this problem can be a very dangerous situation on the interstate highways it is my opinion that this should be investigated as this may not be the only complaint of this kind as further information the brake fluid was almost black in color all mechanics I have spoken to say this is not a normal situation I am going to let them flush the system and refill it at the cost of $80.00 to $100.00 even though under extended warranty but this is a potentialy dangerous situation