I received a recall notice from chevrolet. I took the blazer to century chevrolet in broolfield colorado. They said my blazer doesn't come under this recall. I have had 1 accident and 1 near accident because the brakes failed. What do I need to do to get this fixed short of a court battle?
1996 Chevrolet Blazer brakes complaints
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I received a recall notice for the ABS. I took the blazer to century chevrolet in broomfield.
When ever the ABS brakes are applied they make a chattering noise. The problem is intermittent. Pedal goes to the floor. Consumer took vehicle to dealer & mechanic cannot duplicate problem. Manufacturer has no solution to correct the noise, but a recall will soon be made. *ak
I've owned 25 vehicles, its time to switch to a dodge. No safety defect (s) mentioned.
Prior to recall driver experienced intermittent ABS brake failure resulting in virtually no braking capacity (99v‑193). Yh
When applying the brakes pedal went to the floor and the vehicle slid into an intersection. Driver hit another vehicle. Vehicle was totaled.
Abs brake system defective since ownership, locks up while driving in the rain continually, dealership has been unsuccessful in repairs.
Ea94038, intermittently in a panic stop the braking system malfunctioned, causing the brake pedal to travel to the floor and extended stopping distance which resulted in a crash. Dealer could not determine the cause of the problem, but said it was unusual wear on the brakes. Please provide further information.
While backing out of garage the brakes failed, and consumer had to use parking brake to stop. Took car to dealer ,and they said that the power brake booster did not work anymore, and that was cause why brakes failed to stop vehicle.
When applying the brakes the ABS kicks in, and vehicle does not stop on time. Owner has driven into intersections numerous times. Dealer said it was 4-wheel drive. Owner did not use 4- wheel drive, and problem still occurs.
When alpplying brakes the fornt wheels lock up, and vehicle skidded. Dealer has been contacted.
While traveling on wet pavement, trying to make a stop, intermittently vehicle went into extended stopping distance. Dealer called consumer and stated that he called the manufacturer, and they stated that he did not have to do the work free of charge. Vehicle was not checked/ repaired because dealer insisted consumer was obligated to pay.
The brakes feel normal when applied. But they lock up and there is a grinding noise. This happens on wet or dry pavement, the stopping distance is increased to 60-75 ft. Before coming to a complete stop. This has caused consumer to have two fender benders. The dealer has been contacted. *
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First problem occurred jan 97 while driving in reno nevada it began to snow lightly and four wheel drive was engaged but this driver could not feel or sense a change in traction. The braking system did not adjust to changing weather conditions and we eventually skidded off the road as conditions worsened and another vehicle rear ended me. I suffered right rotator cuff tear and had a disc removed from my neck. My passanger has had two back surgeries due to disc injuries. On at least two other ocasions the brakes nearly caused me to rear end someone because of a slow responce.
Brakes pulse and reduce to about 10 percent of stopping ability.
In wet pavement braking system malfunctioned, causing extended stopping distance which may result in a crash. Dealer cannot determine the problem. Please provide further information.
When brakes are applied there is a constant jerking motion it has been going on since I purchesed the vehical there has also been a rubber burning smell around the left front tire area . It has been taken to the dealer several times and they can not find the problem and it is getting ready to go back again for a noise in the front wheels . Warranty expires in 10 days . I have owned numerous vehicals[about 25] and have never had breaks act like this in my life .
Brake pedal to floor. Increased stopping distance required to stop! Mushy feel to brakes.
I have had two major problems with this vehicle since it's purchase date. The transmission has experienced two major failures and the dealer said he replaced them both times. I have continued to experience shifting problems and occassional lockup of the transmission when shifting from park to drive. The transmission dip stick and filler tube have had to be replaced twice for rust which leads me to believe that engine cooolant is getting into the transmission fluid. The second problem is naturally the ABS brake system. This is the sorriest excuse for brakes on a vehicle that I have seen. I must almost stand on the brake pedal with excessive pressure to get the vehicle to stop. I also experienced premature brake pad wear out on the front which damage the rotors. Chevrolet refused to fix this under warranty even though the vehicle only had 20,000 miles on it. The ABS system locks up sometimes when I push hard on the brakes. I have experienced several near accidents because of the poor braking system on this vehicle. I would appreciate any help you could be to leverage chevrolet to correct these problems.
The ABS sytem works intermittently while driving at any speed.
Anti-lock brake system activates as soon as the brake pedal is applied, pedal is soft and depresses to the floor. System makes a loud sound, causing extended stopping distance. Dealer has not been contacted.
Read on the consumer reports that a number of recalls were made on the blazer. Have only received one (on seatbelts) no recalls on ABS or windshield wipers and washers have been received. Could you please check into this as to why the other recalls weren't sent to me.
When applying brakes on wet pavement brakes make a loud growling noise. Dealer has not seen vehicle.
I have had my brakes checked, replaced, rotars replaced. Sometimes the brakes do not stop. It feels as though something is turning, but not stopping. It has gotten worse with time. Whatever is causing the brakes to do this also seems to cause the brakes to wear prematurely. I have had to replace them every 6 months.
The sensor light to the ABS system came on while pulling off from a red light due to possible ABS system failure.
While driving at any speed and applying the brakes, the brake pedal was hard and the brakes wore out. It was hard to stop the vehicle. Dealer couldn't determine the cause.
When applying brakes under normal braking conditions pedal dropped down to the floor and there was no pumping sensation, causing extended stopping distance. Vehicle crashed into the rear of vehicle in front. This happened on a smooth road surface and in dry weather. The truck is being repaired. Please provide any further information.
While making a sudden stop vehicle would continue to travel, causing a extended stopping distance. Please provide further information.
Brakes did not stop vehicle, did not pump brakes, they did pulsate
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