Made a panic stop and ABS didn't work, wheels locked up and almost had a accident. (this happened more then once) also the driver side seat broke off from the floor of the truck.
1991 Chevrolet S10: ABS light or ABS activating
35 of the 173 complaints about the 1991 Chevrolet S10 describe ABS light or ABS activating.
- owner complaints
- 35
- of this car's complaints
- 20%
- recalls
- 1
Is there a fix? There is 1 recall for this area of the car. See below
ABS light or ABS activating by model year
What owners say
Switch that signals ABS system whether vehicle is in 2-wheel or 4-whell drive has malfunctioned, resulting in extended stopping distance. Recall 99v19300 has been issued on vehicle's make/model; however, this vehicle is not inclued due to VIN. Dealer and manufacturer have been notified.
While attempting to stop in icy conditions, "antilock brake" and "brake" lights came on as I skidded through an intersection. Since then ABS system is inoperative (pump doesn't cycle w/ ignition on) tires lock up and skid on icy roads and lights still on!
Vehicle experienced recall component (99v‑193) ABS system failure prior to recall notification resulting in consumer hitting a deer due to loss of braking ability.
Abs brakes faded when driving at 20-25 MPH and vehicle was not slowing down fast enough. Consumer has been involved in an accident because of erratic operation of brakes. Consumer had ABS repaired at his own expense. Recall 99v193/ABS brakes, did not include this vehicle due to VIN.
Abs system did not function properly. The light on the dash came on and stayed lit. The vehicle still stopped at signs and lights however its abilities were impaired and took longer.
When driving at any speed and applying the brakes, brake pedal is going half way to the floorboard,and the ABS light is on.
Anti lock brakes failed resulting in vehicle collision, recall on ABS system however consumer was not notified.
The ABS in my vehicle failed without warning or producing an error code. Other owners that I have spoken with have told me of having the same problems. But the manufacturer has been of no help. I would be content to know how to disable the system in order to prevent future incident, but no one will volunteer this information because it is "safety" equipment. I can not, in good conscience, sell this vehicle. However I am very uncomfortable driving it, knowing that I will eventually have another accident with it because there is no answer as to what is wrong with the ABS. I do not understand how the manufacturer can install equipment of this type without a fail-safe that will bypass the ABS in the event of an equipment malfunction.
Rear ABS brakes constantly lock up.
Applied the brakes the truck kept on going which caused an accident. The truck hit another vehicle. There is an open investigation for the ABS ea 94038.
Abs brakes; when applying the brakes in normal conditions, the pedal goes to the floor, and the brakes fail to stop the vehicle. Please provide further details.
Related recalls
Service brakes, hydraulic: antilock/traction control/electronic limited slip
- What is wrong
- Vehicle description: certain 4-wheel drive pickup trucks and sport utility vehicles equipped with ABS (antilock braking system) manufactured from september 1989 through august 1996. Under certain driving conditions the switch which signals the ABS system whether the vehicle is in 2-wheel or 4-wheel drive can malfunction causing increased stopping distances during ABS stops while in the two-wheel drive mode.
- Risk
- If this occurred at a time when minimum stopping distance was required, a vehicle crash could occur without prior warning.
- Remedy
- Dealers will replace or repair the 4-wheel/2-wheel drive switch.
Recall number 99V193000 · Recall details
Questions about the 1991 Chevrolet S10 abs
Is ABS light or ABS activating a common problem on the 1991 Chevrolet S10?
35 of 173 owner complaints about the 1991 Chevrolet S10 (20%) mention ABS light or ABS activating. The model year with the most reports is 1994.
Is there a recall or service bulletin for this on the 1991 Chevrolet S10?
There is 1 recall and 0 service bulletins for the same area of the car. Check them below with your VIN.
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