1996 Chevrolet Lumina brakes problems

Filed Apr 5, 2004 · Brakes · 70,000 miles · MI

Upon depression of the brake pedal while coming to a stop, the low track and the ABS light came on . When this occurred the vehicle lost brake power. This resulted in extended stopping distance. The vehicle coasted to a stop. The consumer then put the vehicle in park and turned it off. Upon restarting the vehicle the brakes re-engaged themselves. The failure recurred within 14 miles.

Filed Jan 15, 2004 · Airbags, Brakes · 102,000 miles · AR · crash

On 7/20/03 the battery was getting weak so I bought a new battery compatible with the car. On the first start with the new battery the car behaved normally. However, when I started it the second time and was backing up a slight slope of a driveway, the car died. I put the car back in park and restarted the car. Without touching the gas pedal with my foot, the gas pedal dropped to the floorboard and the car raced forward with the gear shift still in park. The brakes would not work. I steered the car trying to locate the emergency brakes but they were too far away for me to reach and still maintain the racing car. I thought turning off the engine would stop the car since the brakes has failed but even turning off the engine, it raced even faster and the next thing I knew I had crashed into a tree totalling out the car. I cracked my head into the windshield breaking my nose. Luckily, the visor was down and protected my face. I also sustained bruising and back injuries along with the concussion. Also, the air bag did not activate. Thankfully, as I am short and if it had, then I would have been decapitated or killed from it. My insurance only gave blue book value to the car as it was unrepairable and had to be totalled. I am wanting to seek legal action against the manufacturer. Is there any class action lawsuits regarding this problem on the lumina's? I feel it was computer problem that shut down the car made it behave like it was possess. No lights came on inside the car to indicate there was a computer problem or any other problem. There is only one way to put in a battery so it could not have been the battery. Debra k. Oliver

Filed Apr 26, 2003 · Brakes · 82,000 miles · OH

When you start the car in the morning, and backup the brakes make a humming sound- then work fine.

Filed Nov 27, 2000 · Brakes · UN

Antilock brakes failed, consumer hit the pedal and it went to the floor.

Filed Oct 2, 2000 · Brakes · FL · crash · 2 injuries

Also having problems with brake systems.

Filed Aug 28, 2000 · Brakes · MI

Brakes keep failing prematurely. Rotors and calipers have been replaced 3 times, and brake pads replaced 4 times within a 1 1/2 yr. Dealer could not determine cause.

Filed Aug 15, 2000 · Brakes · OH

Brakes occationally require excess distance for stopping. Brakes squeal, loudest at begining of day and when damp or humid, worst in rear. (mechanics say 'all 4 wheels are fine')

Filed Jul 18, 2000 · Brakes · NY

Braking system malfunctioned due to rotors being corroded which cause extended stopping distance. Rotors resurfaced, but problem still reocurred. *ak

Filed Apr 7, 2000 · Brakes · VA

While driving stepped on brake pedal and brakes wiould make noise. Noise increased when it was raining or during extended stopping distance.

Filed Mar 27, 2000 · Brakes · CT

I took car back several time where I purchased it they said everything ok. Still having problem I took car to brake centers of america in stfd, ct. I still have same problems paid almost $600.oo for complete brake job and I still have problems and they are getting worse. I sent letter to brake center and to better business bureau back in 12/1999 and have not heard from anyone mean while brakes are getting worse - thank you.