Tl* the contact owns a 1996 chevrolet s10. While driving 35 MPH, the ABS malfunctioned. The contact stated that the ABS engaged independently, and pulled the vehicle to the left. Furthermore, the vehicle lost brake functionality completely. Gilcrest chevrolet buick gmc in tacoma, washington was made aware of the failure and stated that the vehicle needed to be towed to the dealer for diagnostic testing. The contact stated that the brakes had been serviced by the dealer prior to this failure, but the failure recurred. The manufacturer was made aware of the issue and stated that there was no recall on the vehicle. The contact cited the federal safety agency campaign number: 99v193000 (service brakes, hydraulic) as a possible cause of the failure. The failure mileage was 64,160.
1996 Chevrolet S10: ABS light or ABS activating
86 of the 665 complaints about the 1996 Chevrolet S10 describe ABS light or ABS activating.
- owner complaints
- 86
- of this car's complaints
- 13%
- recalls
- 2
ABS light or ABS activating by model year
What owners say
...for 3 years chevrolet dealers told me there was nothing wrong with ABS. Then in 2000, received recall notice labeled campaign #c99046. On 03/28/2000 took vehicle into dealership. Bill states reprogram PCM for new antilock program ...called chevrolet customer assistance center today, because brakes failed today the same way they did before repair in 2000. ...I explained the s10 had been brought into dealership on 03/28/2000, as soon as I received recall notice, and that it appeared replacement was defective. ...I was advised that campaign ended 12/2002. When I reiterated that I had work done within parameters of campaign,but now same problem had reoccurred, I was advised it didn't matter, the campaign ended 12/2002. ...when I sarcastically said, so if I kill someone on way to dealership tomorrow because of ABS failure, you're not responsible? The response was: only if it happened before 12/2002.
Check engine light comes on when traveling over 1 mile distance, causing very rough shifing of gears (at)-(even causes rear wheels to screech when taking off and also shifting into 2nd gear). Oil pressure gauge goes up with acceleration, down to 0 when decelerating-2 attempts to fix, neither shop could find cause for failure. Transmission fluid is rusty as is the fluid indicator area, requires extensive/costly repair. Interior panels squeak. Vehicle idles roughly. Rusty driver front driver side blinker. Abs breaks do not quickly stop vehicle and vibrate roughly & loudly when in use-I've had many close calls!
Brakes failed to engage at 35-40 MPH. Brakes emitted groaning,grinding noise.from '1996-1999 complained to dealers brakes not working properly, and that the anti-lock seemed to be "locked" in place; was told nothing wrong. On 03/28/2000 ABS was modified under campaign 99v‑193,and brakes worked. Now when brakes are applied, vehicle skids and seems to go faster.
Consumer had the same problem as the recall on the ABS light illuminating. Dealer would not repair because VIN was not included. *ak the vehicle check engine light illuminated and the dealer indicated that the oxygen sensor was bad, the radiator leaked, the head gasket had blown and the water pump leaked. *ph
While driving the ABS brake light appeared on the dashboard panel.
After dealer replaced switch for ABS recall 99 v 193 000. Anti lock brakes failed to operate while driving.
Vehicle will lose all power will in operation. Engine will turn off, lights off, every thing will turn off. Had vehicle checked, had computer diagnostic completed. No problems found. Vehicle will still lose all power. For example, driving down paved city street. Lose all power. Start to coast to side of road. Vehicle starts up again on own. Back out of parking stall, vehicle lose all power. Push vehicle back in parking stall. Vehicle starts up. Driving down road, night time, vehicle lose all power, everything goes out. Pull to side of road. Vehicle will not start, call tow truck. Tow truck driver arrives, vehicle starts. Take to mechanic, no problem found on system. Take vehicle home park it. Try to go some place else the next day. Vehicle will not start, try in 20 mim. Vehicle starts. Checked battery, good. Checked ground wire, good. Computer check good. Don't know, can you help? This is the second computer in vehicle. The orignal computer would not let the ABS work. Chevrolet changed computer at 60-65000 miles. At a lose, in gilroy.
On a dry well traveled road with an emergency vehicle approaching an intersection from the right, I applied my brake (non panic) and at first braking was as expected. Then pedal went down and braking action was lost. The same problem has occurred at least 5 times before over the years. My dealership in california has on two occasions attempted to recreate the problem but at a problem rate of once a year the likelihood of this occurrence in a 20 minute period is poor. The dealership can not find any ABS malfunction. The ABS was reprogrammed 2 years ago per a service bulletin without correcting the problem. Gm has refused to take effective action to fix this problem. Gm points out that many conditions can cause the ABS mode to be activated. My arguement is that my s10 should not require 3 to 4 times the normal stopping distance to stop.
Abs motor comes on during normal driving and normal braking resulting in partial brake failure. Brake pedal gets hard (cannot be pressed down) or soft (goes to the floor).
Abs warning light was on. Consumer took vehicle to a mechanic, and mechanic stated that braking system is wired wrongly, and and that is why the light is coming on. Please provide any further information.
When brakes are applied ABS light would come on and remain. Brakes would totally non-exist. Took vehicle to dealership, and mechanic replaced entire braking system.
Service bulletins that may apply
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
Service brakes, hydraulic: foundation components: hoses, lines/piping, and fittings
- What is wrong
- Vehicle description: light duty passenger pickup trucks equipped with 4.3l engines. The front brake line can contact the left-hand side of the engine oil pan causing the brake line to wear to the point of brake fluid loss during brake application.
- Risk
- Brake fluid loss can reduce braking effectiveness and increase stopping distances resulting in a vehicle crash without prior warning.
- Remedy
- Dealers will inspect the clearance between the oil pan and the brake line. If the clearance is 6mm or less, dealers will install an additional brake line clip and if there was contact between the oil pan and brake line, the front brake line will be replaced.
Recall number 97V146001 · Recall details
Questions about the 1996 Chevrolet S10 abs
Is ABS light or ABS activating a common problem on the 1996 Chevrolet S10?
86 of 665 owner complaints about the 1996 Chevrolet S10 (13%) 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 1996 Chevrolet S10?
There are 2 recalls and 3 service bulletins for the same area of the car. Check them below with your VIN.
Other symptoms on the 1996 Chevrolet S10
Wipers 88Brake failure 60No deployment 49Stalling 19Headlights 12Transmission failure 12Ball joint 10Check engine light 9Fire or smoke 8Grinding brakes 7Jerking 7Pulling 7Won't start 7Sudden acceleration 6Engine failure 5
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