1994 Chevrolet Cavalier: ABS light or ABS activating

Filed Sep 13, 2004 · Brakes · 38,000 miles · PA

While driving ABS light lluminated. Dealership was notified, but did not resolve the problem.

Filed Jan 11, 2003 · Body, Brakes · 98,200 miles · TX

This problem of the ABS system malfunctioning started a little over a year ago. I have already spent well over 800 dollars on brake work at several different brake shops. Nobody knew what the problem was until I took it to the last place. They told me it was 1300 dollar problem. I need to replace the ABS box. While driving down the highway one day in perfectly clear weather I was to force to hit my brakes and ended up spinning out of control and almost being struck by numerous cars until I finally come to a stop facing traffic. This happened while my 15 month old son was in the car with me. I have read in numerous different web sites all the complaints of the ABS system failing on 94 cavaliers. I think if anything is decided to be recalled this is definitely one of them. Not everyone has the money to just throw away on having the problem fixed. Ts

Filed Mar 14, 2001 · Brakes, Engine · PA

Upon coming to a stop ABS brake light will illuminate, and then vehicle will completely shutdown, cause unknown. Please give any further details.

Filed Sep 6, 2000 · Brakes · NY

Due to t defective ABS system wheels to locked up, andvehicle skid, which may have caused a crash. Dealer could not determine cause. Common problem. Please provide further information.

Filed Mar 13, 2000 · Body, Brakes · MT

Replaced driver-side bearing-hub assembly once and pass.- side 3 times in 2 1/2 years. Engine overheats very easily and stalls while going down the road causing loss of steering/braking, etc. Abs brakes are not engaging 3/4 of the time. Rear pass.-side lock will not engage automatically.

Filed Sep 21, 1999 · Brakes · PA

Erratic operation of ABS system ; sound would come from the wheel when brakes were applied. Also, extended stopping distance. Seeking help from the federal safety agency in this matter.

Filed Jul 28, 1999 · Brakes, Electrical · MO · crash · 1 injury

Abs fails every time activated, system cycles slowly, with uncontrollable lock and release of wheels. This has occured on a few occasions. 1 occasion resulted in an accident. Engine/vehicle vibrates heavily when idling in gear. Has done so since purchase, but has gotten progressively worse. Horn pad has disloged and fallen between steering wheel spokes on several occasions, nearly resulting in accidents. Driver's side seat latch does not retain seatback from travelling forward. It has always been this way. Safety issue. Air conditioner failed after about 9 months, with no prior use. After repair, it failed again within 3 months.

Filed Jul 23, 1999 · Brakes · WI

While driving at 35 MPH and making a left turn, applied the brakes and the ABS system locked up. Vehicle skidded. Vehicle will inch up, and ABS operates intermittently.

Filed Dec 30, 1998 · Brakes · TN

Whenever brakes are applied at approx. 35-40mph, the ABS brakes would fail to stop vehicle, resulting in extended stopping distance. Also, when brakes are applied, the vehicle would jerk. Will be taking vehicle to dealership.

Filed Oct 26, 1998 · Brakes · OH

Abs system would only lock up on rear wheel. Repairman was unable to correct the problem. Also, rear brakes lock up when weather gets cold.

Filed May 22, 1998 · Brakes · FL

Was coming to a stop & started to apply the brakes (ABS), and they failed to hold or stop the vehicle. The vehicle continued into the intersection. Pedal went to the floor. The problem is sporadic, at best. Took to dealer & was informed by mechanic nothing showed on computer. The trunk fills with water & can not locate where its coming from.

Filed May 18, 1998 · Brakes · NY · crash

When applying the ABS brakes the pedal will travel to the floor, causing extended stopping distance which caused a collision to occur. Please give any further details.