When applying the brakes vehicle vibrated/slowed down, and then kept going. Driver ran into another vehicle. Dealer has not seen vehicle.
1996 Chevrolet Blazer brakes complaints
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When applying the brakes pedal went to the floor, failing completely and vehicle rear ended another vehicle. Currently, dealer has vehicle.
While driving out of the driveway at 20 MPH and applying the brakes, the ABS system kicked in, causing vehicle not to stop.
Front brakes are fading due to excessive wear.
The ABS brakes would pull when applied. The brake pedal would go to the floor. Will be taking vehicle to dealer. Ie98077.
While driving brake pedal became hard as a rock and would not move. Dealer replaced the booster. Presently, when applying the brakes the pedal goes to the floor.
On 7/27 going down a grade and around curve - (10-15 MPH) oncoming vehicle was on my side of the road. I blew the horn and with full force slammed on the brakes. My blazer brakes made a rumbling sensation at the brake pedal and slid 10-15 feet before finally stopping. I almost hit the left rear fender of the truck with the front left fender of my vehicle. On 2/99 I encountered the same braking problem which resulted in a 3 car accident ($12,000) worth of damage.
Was traveling on the ramp to route 28 and applied brakes - two cars were awaiting entrance to highway and they stopped at the end of the ramp. I applied brakes with a good 20-25 ft distance between my vehicle and the car in front of me (at speed of approx. 15 MPH) and vehicle brakes made rumbling sound, vehicle slide on road surface and failed to stop causing rear end collision to 2 cars in front of mine. When applying the brakes - fully depressed to the floor - brakes rumbled, seemed to lock and car seemed to slide, and veer to the right but did not stop. I mentioned to officer m. Bowser, state police, that there was a problem with the brakes. I received a citation for careless driving although I tried to stop the vehicle) - was advised one should have control of vehicle at all times regardless of situation. Also received 3 points.
Brake pedal going down to floor. Vehicle inspected by independence repair shop on two occasions, nothing visible could be found. Dealer was contacted and informed of no problem ,nor recall.... Can the federal safety agency help in this matter.
When applying the brakes ABS kicks in which makes the vehicle take longer to stop. Sometimes the pedal will go to the floor. Also, dealer has replaced rotors and pads, but defect still exists.
When applying the brakes pedal goes to the floor, and eventually vehicle will stop and almost shut the motor off. Also vehicle pulls to the right or left. Dealer can't find the cause of the problem.
While driving at 35 MPH and applying the brake's, ABS brakes locked up and did not stop vehicle. Consumer rear ended another vehicle in front of her. Consumer's vehicle sustained front end damage.
The ABS braking sytem malfunctioned, causing extended stopping distance which can result in a crash. Please provide further information.
Premature wear of brake pads. They wear out every six months. Dealer notified, and informed consumer that the problem was normal for that vehicle. Can the federal safety agency provide additional information and help in this matter.
Vehicle in front of me slowed suddenly to avoid collision with merging traffic. I then started to brake hard to avoid collision. That is when my brakes made a funny clicking sound and felt as if it where not egaging. Thus I collided with the vehicle.
Brakes on this vehicle have been questionable since I purchased it. I reported the problem to the dealer two days after purchase and was told that was just the way the brakes were. I have had several instances where the ABS have either locked up or failed to work at all. The ABS will engage on dry roads at slow speeds. Brakes will fade when coming to a slow stop. Travel on brakes pedal is such that when the vehicle is at a stop, you can not fit anything under the pedal, it is all the way to the floor. I was also told, this is just the way the truck is. Brakes had to be replaced at 17,000 miles, and was told by gm that they know there is a brake problem, but it is a quality issue, not a safety issue and warranty would only cover it up to 15,000 miles. If I had bought a jimmy, the warranty would have covered the brakes up to 20,000. Is this because I didn't pay enough for the blazer? My safety is not as important as those people that paid more for their vehicle? I don't tend to agree with that line of thinking.
When applying the brakes the pedal went to the floor, and the vehicle did not stop. Emergency brake had to be applied in order to stop the vehicle. Dealer replaced the brake system.
Original brake booster failed at approx. 17,000 miles. Replacement booster failed at 47,000. No warning of system degradation noted on either occasion.
Braking system malfunctioned, causing more wear and tear on the brake pads and rotors which been been replaced 3 times. Also, ABS system malfunctioned, causing extended stopping distance which may cause a crash. Please provide further information and VIN#.
Windshield wiper module failed. Mjs
While driving driver applied brakes and got a hard pedal. The vehicle did not stop. Owner had to put pedal to floor in order to slow down. Dealer has not seen vehicle.
Abs system locks up continually, several incidents of vehicle not stopping properly. Mjs
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Ea 94-03; when traveling 5-10 MPH down an incline and upon depressing the brake pedal to make a graudal stop, pedal became hard, resulting in extended stopping distance. Consumer has contacted dealer, dealer has replaced parts. Please provide any further details.
Chevrolet customer assistance refused any liability and did not show concern for failed braking mechanism
Front disc brake pad wear is excessive. Brakes squeal as if pads are constantly dragging.
Vehicle experiencing brake problems. Nlm
When applying brakes under normal circumstances the pedal goes to the floor, the ABS system makes noise and there is no braking ability.
At time of deliver the weather stripping on driver's side door missing and wiper blade cover. Mjs
The brakes still are and have always been very spongy and the drift all the way down causing a delay in stopping time
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