A jeep with a bike mounted on a bike rack stopped quickly in front of me. I hit my brakes, but quickly lost braking effectiveness and the brake pedal went to the floor. I tried to swerve, but hit the rear of the jeep, damaging the bike and bike rack. Severe damage to my grille, drivers side front fender and headlight, and radiator mount. After exchanging insurance information, I noticed brake fluid on ground, by the fuel tank on drivers side. Limped home (about 2 blocks). No brakes other than emergency brake. Subsequent inspection revealed failed brake line and severe rust on most brake lines.
1990 Chevrolet S10 brakes problems
10 complaints (34% of all complaints for this car). 3 crashes reported.
- owner complaints
- 10
- of this car's complaints
- 34%
- crashes
- 3
- recalls
- 0
Which part fails
- Antilock/traction control/electronic limited slip6
- Foundation components: disc: pads1
At what mileage
Complaints by mileage at the time of the problem.
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Chevrolet S10 brakes problems in other years
Specific symptoms reported on the 1990 Chevrolet S10 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 1990 Chevrolet S10 owners say
Most recent owner complaints, unedited.
When brakes are applied front wheels lock, and rear wheels keep turning, resulting in extended stopping distance. Dealer has been notified. A recall has been issued on vehicle's make and model; however, this vehicle was not included due to VIN.
Brakes failed twice; both incidents occured within two years, resulting in collisions.
Brakes failed.
Abs brakes failed twice, once resulting in a collision/injuries.
While driving at 35 MPH the defective ABS braking system malfunctioned, causing the braking system to be inoperative, resultin in rollover. Also, the driver's seat belt did not protect the occupant, causing the occupant to fly out of the driver's seatbelt and onto the passenger's side.
While driving approx 30 MPH, needing to make a quick stop, applied brakes, no reaction, did not stop. Mechanic changed pads/drums, intermittent problem. Defect has reoccurred after 1 year. This defect can result in an accident.
Anti- lock braking system warning light comes on and pedal occasionally fluctuates to the floor.
Front brakes on the right side wear out, but the outside pads wear out first . The censor that should let you know that the pads are worn out is on the inside, so the consumer has no warning before the brakes are gone unless visual inspection.
Abs, brake failure, when making a left hand turn experience loss of effectiveness and complete failure impact 10:00 position speed 35 MPH. Tt
Questions about the 1990 Chevrolet S10 brakes
Does the 1990 Chevrolet S10 have brakes problems?
Owners have filed 10 complaints about the brakes of the 1990 Chevrolet S10, 34% of all its complaints, more than any other problem.
At what mileage do 1990 Chevrolet S10 brakes problems start?
Not enough complaints include the mileage to tell.
Was there a recall on the 1990 Chevrolet S10 brakes?
There is no recall for this problem on this model year.
What year does the Chevrolet S10 have bad brakes?
The Chevrolet S10 model years with the most brakes complaints are 1994 (532 complaints), 1995 (320 complaints) and 1996 (219 complaints).
Other 1990 Chevrolet S10 problems
Engine 4Fuel system 4Body 3Seat belts 2Tires 2Lights 1Locks 1Suspension 1Visibility 1
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