Problem with brakes have always been there. Consumer ran a red light going 30 MPH because vehicle wouldn't stop. Brake pedal goes all the way to floor, but it starts to slow down. Dealer has hooked vehicle up to a diagnostic machine, but problem doesn't show. Dealer is convinced that's the way they should work.*ak the consumer had two accidents as the result of brake failures.
1996 Chevrolet Monte Carlo: brake failure
6 of the 155 complaints about the 1996 Chevrolet Monte Carlo describe brake failure.
- owner complaints
- 6
- of this car's complaints
- 4%
- recalls
- 1
Is there a fix? There is 1 recall and 2 service bulletins for this area of the car. See below
Brake failure by model year
What owners say
When the brakes are applied pedal goes to the floor, resulting in extended stopping distance. Dealer has replaced various problems of the system. However, the problem continues.
Brakes don't not work properly in wet weather, pedal goes to the floor.
Frontal collision, impact 12:00 position, speed 20mph, ABS brakes failed, causing extended stopping distance, brake pedal went to the floor, loss of stopping effectiveness, speed at impact 10 MPH. *ak consumer stats there has been numerous occasion when brakes have failed but did not cause an accident.
While driving vehicle, applied brakes, lost about 80% power in rain; ABS brakes failed to catch or stop vehicle. Vehicle at dealership now. Sending invoice.
Owner states when ABS brakes were used , the pedal went to the floor , they did not work, causing vehicle to lose control, resulting in an accident.
Service bulletins that may apply
Related recalls
Service brakes, hydraulic: power assist: vacuum
- What is wrong
- These vehicles were assembled with one of the four brake booster tabs not properly located in the front of dash reinforcement assembly.
- Risk
- If this condition were present in a situation where stopping distances were small, a vehicle crash could occur.
- Remedy
- Dealers will inspect for proper booster installation. Boosters found to be improperly located will be removed and reinstalled properly.
Recall number 96V122000 · Recall details
Questions about the 1996 Chevrolet Monte Carlo brake failure
Is brake failure a common problem on the 1996 Chevrolet Monte Carlo?
6 of 155 owner complaints about the 1996 Chevrolet Monte Carlo (4%) mention brake failure. The model year with the most reports is 1995.
Is there a recall or service bulletin for this on the 1996 Chevrolet Monte Carlo?
There is 1 recall and 2 service bulletins for the same area of the car. Check them below with your VIN.
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