1992 Chevrolet S10 brakes problems

121 complaints (67% of all complaints for this car). 17 crashes reported.

owner complaints: 121
of this car's complaints: 67%
crashes: 17
recalls: 1

Which part fails

Antilock/traction control/electronic limited slip
99
Foundation components
6
Foundation components: disc: caliper
5
Antilock/traction control/electronic limited slip: control unit/module
4
Foundation components: master cylinder
3
Foundation components: disc: pads
3
Antilock
3
Foundation components: hoses, lines/piping, and fittings
2

At what mileage

Complaints by mileage at the time of the problem.

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200k+

Chevrolet S10 brakes problems in other years

Specific symptoms reported on the 1992 Chevrolet S10 brakes

Phrases found in the owners' own descriptions, so one complaint can mention several symptoms.

ABS 63 Brake failure 24

Related recalls

Service brakes, hydraulic: antilock/traction control/electronic limited slipReported July 19, 1999 · 1,125,749 vehicles affected

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

Related investigations

Abs braking systemOpened October 31, 1994, closed February 28, 2000

This investigation resulted in a safety recall, 99v‑193, and a service campaign, 99i-006.

EA94038

Abs braking system failsOpened June 17, 1994, closed October 31, 1994

There is no summary currently available

PE94046

What 1992 Chevrolet S10 owners say

Most recent owner complaints, unedited.

Filed Apr 1, 2004 · Brakes · 90,000 miles · NY

Abs warning lights on, rear brakes lock in damp / wet weather / loss of vehicle control / extended stopping distance. *ak

Filed Aug 6, 2002 · Brakes · CO

Recall 99v193 repairs for ABS brakes were completed, however when consumer applied the brakes, they did not hold. *ak consumer adds; when applying the brakes they do not stop the vehicle as quickly as our other vehicles.

Filed Dec 15, 2000 · Brakes · IA

My rear anti-lock brakes do not work at all when I'm in two-wheel drive. I have to be in four-wheel drive before my rear brakes work at all. I understand there has been a recall on this problem but I can't find a chevrolet dealer that can help me. This is a very dangerous situation as I have had many close calls due to brake failure. Hope you can help me.( dot number: )

Filed Nov 28, 2000 · Brakes · TX

Intermittently when brakes are applied pedal becomes hard, resulting in extended stopping. Distance.

Filed Nov 9, 2000 · Brakes · MA

Problem same as identified in the federal safety agency campaign id number: 99v193000 but vehicle is not part of recall.

Filed Oct 24, 2000 · Brakes · AR

Recall 99v193000/ABS: when applying brakes in a sudden / emergency situation, it causes a delayed in stopping distance. Vehicle was taken to dealer for repairs, six month later problem reoccurred. Please feel free to provide any further details.

Filed Jun 27, 2000 · Brakes · PA

Recall # 99v193000 gmc/ABS; ABS warning light continued to stay illuminated. Abs warning light only came on when brakes were being used. Currently, ABS warning light and brake light stayed on at all times. Please provide any further nformation.

Filed Jun 21, 2000 · Brakes · PA

Anti-lock brakes work intermittently. Rear wheels pulse/lockup & grab. Consumer has to disconnect the anti-lock brake system to drive vehicle. Also, the anti-lock brake light stays on. Dealer doesn't want to deal with the problem.

Filed Jun 12, 2000 · Brakes · WA · crash

After ABS light was coming on and off, dealer reset the ABS system. Then consumer stepped on the brakes and they locked, rear ending another vehicle.

Filed Mar 29, 2000 · Brakes · UN

While driving stepped on the brakes, but the brakes won't work with minimum stopping distance as stated in recall 99v193000. Front brakes are ok, but rear brakes ABS doesn't not work properly. Repairs have been made to the proportioning valve, shoes, drums, discs, pads, and hoses, but problem still exists.

Questions about the 1992 Chevrolet S10 brakes

Does the 1992 Chevrolet S10 have brakes problems?

Owners have filed 121 complaints about the brakes of the 1992 Chevrolet S10, 67% of all its complaints, more than any other problem.

At what mileage do 1992 Chevrolet S10 brakes problems start?

Not enough complaints include the mileage to tell.

Was there a recall on the 1992 Chevrolet S10 brakes?

Yes, 1 recall: 99V193000. Check your VIN to see if your car still needs the free repair.

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).