1993 Chevrolet S10 brakes problems

140 complaints (60% of all complaints for this car). 26 crashes reported.

owner complaints: 140
of this car's complaints: 60%
crashes: 26
recalls: 1

Which part fails

Antilock/traction control/electronic limited slip
118
Foundation components
8
Foundation components: disc
6
Antilock
4
Antilock/traction control/electronic limited slip: control unit/module
3
Foundation components: disc: rotor
2
Foundation components: master cylinder
1
Foundation components: drum
1

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 1993 Chevrolet S10 brakes

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

ABS 59 Brake failure 35

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 1993 Chevrolet S10 owners say

Most recent owner complaints, unedited.

Filed Jul 7, 2004 · Brakes · 72,000 miles · WI

Brakes lock up when damp or wet weather upon first use of the day, also had excessive stopping distance two times now.

Filed Sep 12, 2003 · Brakes · 120,000 miles · IL

Vehicle was taken to the dealer for recall 00v193000 repairs concerning ABS. Dealer made the repairs, but the vehicle still slipped when the brakes were applied forcefully.*ak consumer had the module kit replaced along with a new vac switch, wiring harness, and transfer switch. Brakes continued to slip when pressure was applied. *ph

Filed Jul 30, 2002 · Brakes · OH

The anti-lock brakes have failed on 4 separate occasions. Each time the failure occurred, the anti-lock brake warning light and the brake warning light were flashing intermittently in the dashboard. When the brake pedal was stepped on to stop the vehicle, the pedal went down to the floor. The brakes had to be pumped in order to stop the vechicle. Each time the failure occured only once while driving. When the brakes were pumped, the warning lights went out and the anti-lock brakes continued to function normally. Haven't been able to determine cause of the failures as of yet.

Filed Jan 24, 2002 · Brakes · TN

While driving ABS braking system locks, especially on wet pavement, causing extended stopping distance. Dealership is aware of problem.

Filed Sep 5, 2001 · Brakes · IL

While driving would step on brakes pedal and brakes would not lock. Will let go, then grip again, and would feel pedal pulsating. Received recall 99v193000 notice on ABS brakes. Please provide more information.

Filed Nov 13, 2000 · Brakes · NY

Recall 99v193000/ ABS brakes. After vehicle was repaired under recall problem became worse. Manufacturer has been notified and refuses to fix the problem, they installed a defective electronic control unit.*ak

Filed Oct 23, 2000 · Brakes · CA

Consumer was traveling about 20mph on side street, and when she applied brakes it was one to two car lengths to stop. Curently, it takes six car lengths. Brakes slip thru. Dealership is aware of the problem. *ak the problem of brake failures continued for years until finally recall was made (99v‑193). However, the brake failed again after being fixed.

Filed Oct 5, 2000 · Brakes · KS · fire · 1 injury

Some kind of hydraulic brake system failure caused fire and injury to driver.

Filed Sep 12, 2000 · Brakes · PA

When applying brakes on a rough road surface brakes pedal goes to the floor which increases the stopping distance. This condition could lead to a crash. Problem was reported to 3 dealerships. Wheel sensors were replaced, which did not rectify the problem.

Filed May 17, 2000 · Brakes · AR · crash · 6 injuries

Consumer was exiting onto freeway & applied brakes, ABS kicked in & the hydraulic motor started making noise. It sounded like it was applying & releasing. Consumer pressed brake pedal to the floor & it wouldn't stop. This resulted in a low speed rearend collision. Consumer received recall 99v193000 dealing with the same issue. But was told that warranty had expired . Also, manufacturer assumed no responsibility because of age of vehicle. They did not encourage consumer to drive vehicle until repairs were done.

Questions about the 1993 Chevrolet S10 brakes

Does the 1993 Chevrolet S10 have brakes problems?

Owners have filed 140 complaints about the brakes of the 1993 Chevrolet S10, 60% of all its complaints, more than any other problem.

At what mileage do 1993 Chevrolet S10 brakes problems start?

Not enough complaints include the mileage to tell.

Was there a recall on the 1993 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).