Brakes on this vehicle require much greater pressure when wet. The more loaded the vehicle is the more pressure is needed. Manufacturer claims it is a design problem and there is no repair.
1996 Chevrolet Monte Carlo brakes complaints
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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.
In wet weather when brakes are applied the vehicle will not stop. It takes about double pressure for the vehicle to stop.
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.
Antilock brake system failed, causing accident.
During vehicle operation in rain only when the brakes are applied, a delay of about 100 feet is experienced, before the vehicle comes to a stop.
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