Abs system failed prior to recall notice resulting in collision due to loss of brake ability, injury to consumer. (99v‑193) mjs
1995 Chevrolet Blazer brakes complaints
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Ongoing / intermittent problem with ABS system; whenever brake pedal is applied a grabbing / grinding noise would appear, and pedal would go to the floor, resulting in extended stopping distance before coming to a stop. Dealer notified, and informed consumer that no recall on ABS. Can the federal safety agency share some light on this matter; your web site shows a possible recall, but dealer / manufacturer are both denying a recall. Recall 99v-193000.
Approaching an intersection, applied brakes, felt a little pressure, then pedal went to the floor. This happened about three months ago, and I was aware that gm was also aware, but when I talked to the dealer, he said that he could do no work unless there was a recall notice, even though this was a safety problem. I find it hard to believe that we would have to wait for a piece of paper even though they already knew someone could be hurt. We were lucky, but I'm not waiting.
When applying brakes pedal it goes to the floor and, vehicle does not react. Dealer has seen vehicle.
There seems to be an unreasonable amount of time passed regarding this problem that is already under recall. Cto this date has not made any contact, and this vehicle needs immediate attention under the recall.
Consumer was driving on interstate and there was vehicle in front. He couldn't stop. When he applied brakes, the pedal went all the way down to the floor , and ran into the back of the truck that was in front of hm. There were no injuries, and the dual airbags didn't deploy.
Ongoing problem with wheels locking up intermittently while driving on wet surface. Dealer / manufacturer notified.
While driving at 30-35mph an emergency stop was necessary. When the brakes were applied pedal was hard and the brakes would not respond, a crash occurred. Dealer has been contacted.
Ongoing problem with ABS system; whenever brakes are applied vehicle experienced extended stopping distance and excessive wear in brake pads. Replaced pads every 20,000 miles during normal wear.
The first time consumer was driving the vehicle at approximately 15-20mph & started to apply the brakes to slow dow, vehicle failed to stop. Rearended another vehicle. Air bag failed to deploy. The 2nd time was slowing for red light & hit bump in road. The brakes failed to catch & vehicle failed to stop. The 3rd time was going over tracks & hit tie rods & vehicle did not stop when brakes were applied. Had not taken to dealer.
While driving and trying to apply the brakes, brakes did not stop vehicle ,causing extended stopping distances .this happens intermittently.there are recalls 99v1006000 and 99v193000. But this vehicle was not included due to VIN.
I haven't been notified of the blazer recall by gm yet, who do I contact to get this fixed? Recall has been out for 4 mos now?
Brakes do not work-the other day consumer attempted to apply brakes while approaching a stop sign and brake pedalwent to the floor, and he went straight through the stop sign. Then, he applied his brakes and the automobile stopped.
Tried to apply brakes. Brake pedal would not move, by applying extream force the pedal finally moved, car did not slow down - no braking action at all!!!! Finally the pedal released and the car was stopped. Strong smell of electrical type overheating evident under hood. This problem occured 2 times before the car could be taken off the road. I have never had any car's brakes fail in this manner.
Under braking, almost full pedal travel is necessary to stop the vehicle. The brake pedal feels very "mussy" and stopping distance is extended significantly. On several occasions, accidents have been barely avoided. We contacted chevrolet and were that no recall is currently in effect although there exists a the federal safety agency campaign id number 99v193000 which describes this problem. We want this issue solved before a serious accident occurs. Currently we avoid using this vehicle as much as possible.
Intermittently when the brakes are applied or the vehicle hits a bump in a road ABS system kicks in, resulting in extended stopping distance which caused a minor collision. Dealer has inspeced the vehicle, and manufacturer has been notified.
While driving the ABS light keeps coming on. Vehicle was taken to the dealer, and the dealer will fix the problem at a cost .please prvide any futher information.
When going over bumps in the pavement and applying the brakes, pedal goes to the floor, causing extended stopping distance. Please give any further details.
When applying brakes, the pedal went to the floor, causing a loud thumping noise, which resulted in sliding / skidding. Dealer has seen vehicle, and said it was normal. *ak
While husband was driving vehicle 30 MPH, he steped on the brake pedal to reduce speed, but brakes did not work, rear ended a trailer truck.
Abs system is working intermittently and there is vibration within the steering wheel. When consumer is driving and hits any type of bump within the road, the brakes fail, and there is some type of electronic noise coming from the brakes.
1. Major brake problems since car was new. Poor stopping power, occasional brake fad, major force required on brake pedal. Three sets of front brake pads replaced within 38,000 miles. Front calipers and rotors replaced under warranty at 13,000 miles. Front left brake hose replaced under warranty at 33,000 miles due to rupture while braking. Dealers and chevrolet have claimed that there is no problem. There is without a doubt a manufacturing /design defect with the brake system on this vehicle.
When driving at any speed and applying brakes the ABS system is kicking in and working intermittently. Also, windshield wipers are working intermittently, and sometime's won't work at all.
The dealer cannot find a problem,but the media has.
Upon applying the brakes pedal will go to the floor. Also, anti-lock brakes let loose, almost causing an accident.
When brakes were applied in a panic stop under normal conditions the pedal went to the floor, causing extended stopping distance which resulted in a collision . Driver sustained minor injuries. Dealer and manufcturer have been notified.
Problem is with braking system. Intermittent brake failure which has turned in to be a major safety issue. Gm is not cooperating stating they have no idea what the problem is, accept that they have been able to duplicate the problem. They failed to have a sensor on the vehicle when duplicated and told us there is nothing that they can do. We have been without use of the vehicle for two months since it is unsafe to drive. We've been advised to wait for a potential recall but have not been told when that might be. In the mean time gm is being highly uncooperative and fail to acknowledge any pending recall. I have researched this and have found that they are facing a potential 3.5 million vehicle recall for my vehicle's specific problem. Can you please give me any advise on this?
When applying the brakes vehicle takes awhile to stop because the ABS kicks in. The brake system has been replaced by dealer.
When applying the ABS brakes the pedal goes to the floor causing extended stopping distances, cause unknown. Please give any further. Mjs
The weather was rainy & the roads wet, had applied the brakes & the vehicle had skidded forward before coming to a stop. The ABS brakes failesd to stop vehicle properly. Brakes felt like a suction before stopping. Taking vehicle to dealer.
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