While driving at any speed vehicle shook uncontrollably. Consumer was able to maintain control of the vehicle, and drove it to the dealer for inspection, and mechanic determined that brakes needed to be replaced, and replaced them. However, the problem recurred.
1991 Chevrolet Caprice brakes problems
31 complaints (24% of all complaints for this car). 6 crashes reported.
- owner complaints
- 31
- of this car's complaints
- 24%
- crashes
- 6
- recalls
- 0
Which part fails
- Antilock/traction control/electronic limited slip19
- Foundation components8
- Foundation components: disc: rotor2
- Pedals and linkages1
- Foundation components: disc: pads1
- Foundation components: disc: caliper1
- Controls1
At what mileage
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Chevrolet Caprice brakes problems in other years
Specific symptoms reported on the 1991 Chevrolet Caprice brakes
Phrases found in the owners' own descriptions, so one complaint can mention several symptoms.
Related recalls
No recalls on record for this model year.
What 1991 Chevrolet Caprice owners say
Most recent owner complaints, unedited.
Vehicle was inside of the parking lot, consumer sifted gear into reverse and vehicle surged backwards. Then, he shifted gear into drive and there was a loud noise. Driver did not push gas pedal when the vehicle surged forward. Brakes wouldn't stop vehicle. Vehicle hit a parked car and then a trailer. Dealership was aware of the problem. Insurance company has totaled the vehicle at this time.
Anti- lock brakes failed, car skidded ten feet then rolled about twenty feet into the back of another car that had panic stopped. Air bag did not deploy. Bumper went under other car crushing my car to the windshield. Both cars were the same size so bumpers should be at same height. The other car is a early nineties lincoln town car.
The anti-lock brakes started to fail within the past 2-3 weeks. I took the car to lou grubb chevrolet on 7/21/99 for repairs and they replased the rr anti-lock sensor then turned the rear drums and front rotors. They said that should fix the problem to the tune of $303.00. On the way home the brakes failed again. My wife drove it yesterday and could not keep the car from lurching forward at a stop light so she slammed the transmission into park. The anti-lock brakes indicator of dis-engagement came on the dash and she drove the car home. I called the dealer and they now have the car in the shop. They tell me that "the book" tells them that I may have to replace the computer for a cost of $800-900. The will phone me at work tomorrow to tell me what they found. My daytime phone number is (602) 221-7148. Thanks for any help you can provide me. Leo j. Hauguel.
Intermittently while driving ABS braking system malfunctioned, causing the brakes to lock up and the steering wheel to lock up, which almost caused an accident. Been to dlr. Dlr cannot determine problem. Cause unknown. Please provide further information and VIN#.
Hamilton band police experiencing complete brake failure. Officer states when responding to an emergency call, traveling about 70 MPH and upon applying force to the brake pedal, the pedal traveled to the floorboard,resulting in extended stopping distance/brake fade away. Consumer has contacted the dealer. Vehicle awaiting service at a repair shop. Please provide any further details.
Braking system malfunction.
Rotors failed.
Anti lock brakes lock up and pull to the side.
Owner claims that when she applies the brakes that they make a loud noise and slip before the car comes to a complete stop.
Questions about the 1991 Chevrolet Caprice brakes
Does the 1991 Chevrolet Caprice have brakes problems?
Owners have filed 31 complaints about the brakes of the 1991 Chevrolet Caprice, 24% of all its complaints, more than any other problem.
At what mileage do 1991 Chevrolet Caprice brakes problems start?
Not enough complaints include the mileage to tell.
Was there a recall on the 1991 Chevrolet Caprice brakes?
There is no recall for this problem on this model year.
What year does the Chevrolet Caprice have bad brakes?
The Chevrolet Caprice model years with the most brakes complaints are 1991 (31 complaints), 1992 (30 complaints) and 1994 (18 complaints).
Other 1991 Chevrolet Caprice problems
Acceleration 18Electrical 16Engine 12Fuel system 12Seat belts 12Airbags 8Steering 6Body 5Seats 5Visibility 5Suspension 4Tires 4Lights 3Transmission 2Wheels 2Locks 1
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