When slowing to a stop, my ABS system kicks in and allows the vehicle to roll farther than normal, usually happens under 10 m.p.h.
1997 Chevrolet Blazer brakes complaints
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The rotors are wearing out, and when applying the brakes, the vehicle will have heavy vibration and extended stopping distance. The dealer notified. *ak the power booster failed which was located behind the master cylinder and mounted to a firewall. The vehicle would not stop in the proper amount of time when the pedal was depressed. The pedal would need to be applied really hard then would stop 15 to 25 inches further. The consumer was informed that there was a spring within the metal rod which caused it to fail. The master and the booster assembly was replaced.
I bought my rig under a year ago and have been haveing problems with the trasmission,I have run out of gas many times because it doesn't register,my air conditioner doesn't work right,my brakes have locked up a few times and when I turn a corner it sounds like something crahing under my rig.I have had nothing done yet because it is going to cost me a whole lot to have all this replaced.my stereo went dead about a week after I got it also.I thought I was buying a good rig but,now I am finding out different and I paid good money for and am still paying for it.I have replaced the heater core it went out 3 weeks after I got it,the window went out a few day's after I got it and ford barely replaced that for me.
Consumer applied the brakes, and the pedal went to the floor. Consumer was able to stop the vehicle by pumping the brakes consecutively three times. Then, vehicle stopped on its own. Consumer drove the vehicle to the dealer, but mechanic could not duplicate the problem. Consumer informed the mechanic that this problem occurred more than once.
While driving 35 MPH, the driver applied the brakes but the brakes failed. This caused the driver to collided with a vehicle while crossing an intersection. The vehicle was towed to the driver's home. *nm the antilock brakes did not engage. The pedal was hard and the consumer could not slow down. *sc
Power boosted brake failure defective pin & spring between master cylinder & power booster. Vehicle can't stop in federal required distance in footage at various speeds. This can cause major accidents, injury, & death.
My 1997 blazer dies when I am driving it. I can drive it for 2 weeks with no problems and then it will die several times in one day. It doesn't matter how fast I am going...I can be going 50 MPH or coming to a stop when it dies. The steering and brakes go out and I'm afraid I am going to have an accident. I took it to the dealer and they could not find anything wrong with it and of course it didn't cut off when the mechanic drove it. I have also had to replace the alternator, battery, thermostat, and water pump within the last 6 months.
While driving at any speed consumer had to depress the brake pedal very hard to get the vehicle to slow down. Also, right rear door will not open, windshield wipers, and the electric windows worked intermittently.
This is a 1997 chevrolet bazer. The anti lock brakes on this vehicle is defective and ingages under varying conditions. The vehicle is unsafe in slippery conditions. Front sensors have be checked. This vehicle will engage anti-locks at times when brakes are not applied. Brake switch checks ok. Pedal will drop under most stops and anti-lock will scream and apply. A jerking brake action is present. I do know there is a recall on 1994-1996 models. By looking on the internet I see that I am not alone in this problem. Hubs are ok. I think the trouble may be in the control unit, but no trouble codes appear and scan tool indicates no trouble. I think gm has produced defective units. This car has 90000 miles but has had excellent care and no damage. I would like to know how to disconnect these anti-lock brakes. They are unsafe. There appears to be no way to detect the problem.
When applying the brakes at any speed, the brake pedal feels hard. A hissing sound can be heard and dash lights flickered. Braking distance would be extended. Vehicle has not been examined by dealerships mechanic at this time.
While driving ABS warning light illuminated . Dealership indicated that ABS sensor module had gone bad and needed to be replaced.
When the brakes were applied, the vehicle had a delayed reaction which caused extended stopping distance. The dealer was unable to duplicate the problem. *ak consumer heard noises on the bottom of the floor board and under the glove department. The consumer's VIN wasn't included in the brake recall, but there was a recall for the seat belts. *ph
Brakes would not work. Experienced extreme difficulty in braking vehicle. In order to stop vehicle, had to apply pressure with both feet.
While driving there was noise from the brake motor then the ABS warning light flashed on and brakes locked up. This problem was caused by a failure in the ABS senor, and it needed replacement.
When the consumer applied the brakes, the vehicle failed to stop which caused an accident.
Bad A/C: complained to a dealer approximately 10 months (summer of 98) after the purchase about warm air blowing, intermittently, from under the dashboard. The dial was turned to cold position and the fan was off. Dealer technician could not recreate the problem even after the car was kept overnight. Complained again a couple of months later. However, the dealer could not recreate the problem, but apparently opened the unit and found no problems. About 6 months later (spring of 99), complained about A/C not blowing cool enough air. Again, dealer found no problems and stated that it the design defect. About 2 years later, moved to sc where no cold air was blowing - only outside air (it was cooler to open the window). Took the car to precision tune and they added freon and a die to detect leaks. The freon seemed to make some difference. No leak was found after a revisit a couple of months later. Placed a complaint to the chevrolet 800 number service last year (fall of 02). The operator was somewhat hesitant and questioned why it took so long to report the problem and finally made an appointment with a local dealer. After diagnosis, the dealer determined that the compressor had gone bad. This problem would have been detected if the previous dealer had run diagnostics. Made several attempts to talk to chevrolet point of contact about warranty coverage. However, there was no response. The initial complaint was around 10,000 miles and last complaint was around 46000 miles. Chevrolet should pay for some or all of the cost ($1000).
Consumer states when applying brakes, ABS has a thumping sound and there is long stopping distance. Dealer advised this was normal.
Left rear wheel cylinder on driver's side went out, resulting in no brakes while driving
Car accelerated to 70mph when I when to downshift to get off a major highway ramp. I pressed on the brake and lost my brakes. I turned off the key to stop. I was traveling on a major highway in maryland and at that time of day traffic was light. I could have caused a major accident due to this acceleration problem and killed someone or been killed myself. This is a major safety issue that needs to be addressed now!!!!!!!
While traveling on highway, without prior warning, brake pedal went all the down to the floor. Dealership was aware of problem. *ak at 10-15 MPH on wet road the brakes locked up and the vehicle skidded colliding with another vehicle. There were no injuries.
Intermittently when brakes are applied, vehicle would continue on before stopping, and a grinding noise would come from front wheels. Dealer notified. Feel free to provide any further information.
This is the seventh failure of the brakes not functioning. Twice the boosters have been replaced, the calipers, adjusted, rebuilt, and replaced. It failed again this week and they cant find anything wrong.
Chevrolet contacted (reference # 205786717) in reference to problems with vehicle including: failed ball joint while driving, others ball joints worn at that time and replaced (they were ok when checkced in july for state inspection), failed unit available; ignition switch failed causing vehicle to stall and eventually not start; problem with excessive wear on front disc pads (causing pads to be replaced 5 times in 48,000 miles). Chevreolet advises they are not going to take any actions concerning these problems. Copies of letters to chevrolet & receipts available upon request.
Brake failure while driving at approx. 15-20 MPH, you could push pedal to floor and not be able to stop vehicle. Had to have vehicle towed to garage, they determined that the hydraulic brake booster had failed. Had new booster installed and this took care of the problem.
Driver complains of loud air sound when brake is applied. Also, when parked applying the brake makes the same sound as well as affecting the rev of the engine.
While pulling into a parking space at approx. 5mph the front axle and upper ball joint snapped, causing additional damage to the ABS sensor, sliced the rim among other things. Tires were wearing in a odd position down to the belts, obviously due to problems in the front end. Dealership is repairing now. All under warranty, except the rim since it is a nonmechanical part even though mechanical defects caused the damage. Luckily this happened in a parking space and not 50ft. Sooner on the 4 lane highway I was on with my 8 yr old daughter. The wheel was half on leaning into the truck. Had it happened sooner there would have been an accident involving numerous people. The rear windshield wiper is intermittent and only works when it wants, causing distractions in vision while driving. Sometimes the wiper will not go down for up to 30min.that is also being repaired now. Contacted gm and they claim there have been no previous complaints of this matter with the axle or ball joints breaking.
Brakes squeak, idler arm not attached properly causing rattling and pulling while driving, windshield wipers stop working intermittently during use causing problems seeing outside, rear defrost does not work, fuel gauge gives incorrect readings and bobs back and forth, dex coolant turned to sludge causing blockages in heating core, engine block, and radiator
While making normal stop vehicle will not stop properly no matter how hard consumer applies brakes , defect occurs intermittently, which could cause a crash.*ak the consumer believes the vehicle was not safe to drive.
While driving about any MPH stepped on the brake pedal to stop or reduce speed, but brakes would not work on dry or wet surface, causing extended stopping distance, and and resulting in an accident to consumer's wife.
Anti-lock braking system is defective. While driving on snow gently pressed on brake pedal to slow down, and t brakes locked up, sending vehicle in a spin. Brakes were real soft, then became hard. There was a car accident when running into a sign. Has not contacted the dealer yet.
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