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
1996 Chevrolet S10 brakes complaints
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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.
Truck is equipped with anti-lock brakes. Brake pedal went to the floor upon depressing pedal. After taking vehicle to dealership for inspection, they gave truck back, stating it was fine. Brake pedal went to the floor with driver losing control, driver was able to avoid hitting another vehicle.
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.
While driving engine completely shutdown, cause unknown. Air bag light illuminates on dash, and brake booster malfunctioned. Also, water pump went out. Please provide any further information.
Brakes power was lost while applying brakes, there was a noise.
While traveling on a side street was blind by sun. Consumer applied brakes and pedal went all the way down to the floor. Vehicle did not stop, resulting in a collision. Dealership is aware of problem.
When brakes were applied there was extended stopping distance, resulting in a collision. Please provide further information.
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.
Consumer received a recall notification in the mail regarding ABS system, consumer dropped vehicle off at dealership and was advised that the vcm was reprogrammed, after proceeding to take the vehcile home the ABS light came on after numerous attempts to fix problem consumer was advised that the vcm would have to be replaced and the consumer would be responsibile for the cahrges, after some deliberation on both sides gm customer service decided to apply goodwill to consumer's claim and cover the repairs, consumer was assured that the replacement of the vcm would fix the problem, however the ABS light came back on, consumer tok vehicle to another dealership and diagnosed problem as being the ebcm needed to be replaced, but was advised they needed to go back to dealership that performed the original recall repair, consumer was advised again that she would be responsibile for repairs and again it was being disputed, finally the approval for repairs were given at no charge to the consumer, however the ABS light did continue to come on after the repairs, consumer took vehicle back to dealership and it was discovered that a shorted pump needed to be replaced and the ABS unit was replaced again, after all the numerous attempts to try and remedy problem the ABS light still continues to come on.
Recall 99 v 193 000. After vehicle was repaired under the recall ABS light illuminated while in motion. Dealer stated that sensor and module were bad.*ak this ABS light did not come on until kit was installed.
Transmission was replaced due to drive belt slippage, transmission leakage onto the connection to radiator resulted in replacement of the radiator.
At around 45,000 miles, the ABS light went on during travel. I went to a brake shop and they informed me of a problem with s-10 brakes. I called the dealer where I purchased the truck and they said there was no recall yet. They did tell me there was a problem with s-10 braking systems and I should wait until I receive a letter. I used the internet to check and see if there was recall on my truck. The information I read was the final letters would be sent in dec. 2000. As of now, I have not received anything. I called the dealed and they gave me a price of $350.00 to fix the problem. I do know there is a ABS problem with 2,400,000 trucks. How do I find out if my truck is part of the recall. The truck stops fine, except in wet weather. If the road is wet, the brakes lock up.
Recall 99 v 193 000/ABS: ABS system engages intermittently and causes extended stopping distance. Also, recall 98 v 150 001/windshield wipers: windshield wipers work intermittently. This can result in inoperative wipers, thus, reducing driver's visibilty, and increasing risk of a vehicle crash. Dealer/manufacturer notified, and informed consumer that vehicle was not covered under the recall due to VIN. Feel free to provide any further details on this matter.
When applying brakes on a wet surface vehicle loses certain percentage of braking. When attempting to stop by applying brakes, vehicle keeps on going.
Today (11/21/00) was the third time I've experienced brake failure due to problems with the anti lock braking system in my 1996 chevrolet s10 pickup. During certain, specific situations, the ABS will "decide" not to apply the brakes, allowing the vehicle to continue to roll forwards. The road conditions under which this occurs are as follows: 1) slow speed; generally less than 10 MPH. 2) wet, slick pavement that abruptly changes to dry pavement and then back to wet pavement. In these situations, the ABS can be heard and felt cycling but no stopping power is available. The only way to stop the vehicle in this situation in a "reasonable" distance is to apply the parking brake and "lock up" the rear wheels. The first two occurrences, which did not result in an accident, took place approximately 1 1/2 years ago while the vehicle was under warranty. The s10 was taken to a chevrolet dealer (groth brothers, livermore, ca 94550) who checked the ABS system and said there was no problem. The third occurrence happened on 11/21/00 and resulted in me rear-ending a vehicle stopped at a stop light. --I approached the red light at which a vehicle was stopped. I was traveling less than 10 MPH and the road was wet but I had plenty of room to stop (or so I thought); at least 50 feet! As I applied the brakes for a leisurely stop (didn't pump them, just an even, steady firm pressure), I could feel the ABS system begin to cycle. At this point, no stopping power was available at all and I rolled into the car ahead of me at the red light. Because of the slow speed, no damage was incurred. Before you chock this up to operator error or a driver (me) who does not understand ABS, consider this; I have had much practical use and experience with ABS systems. Besides having an engineering degree and being fairly adept at operating a variety of equipment (cars, tractors, motorcycles, boats and airplanes), I am a pilot for a major us airline and operate aircraft equipped with ABS s
When depressing brakes vehicle goes into an extended stopping distance on wet roads. Had recall repairs done on vehicle, but same problem returned. *ak the problem occurs on loose gravel road too.
After driving for a while would start to apply brakes for a normal stop. Abs pump would kick in & would not have any brakes. Whenever brake pedal wad released, ABS light came on. Then, tapped brakes and vehicle would stop. Problem was intermittent. Have not taken to dealer as of yet.
When applying the brakes during wet road conditions the vehicle takes longer to stop than when it is dry. The brake system makes a loud noise and the pedal goes to the floor. It has been checked out at the dealer and they cannot seem to find anything wrong. The tires are on a different vehicle but 1 tire the tread came off during highway operation. During inspection we found 2 other tires with loose tread and ready to peel off. We had them replaced. The tires had slightly less than 10,000 miles on them with a great amount of tread left
Slowed by normal braking to 15 MPH, additional braking required more foot pressure which resulted in almost total loss of braking. Dry road conditions. Occurs 2 to 3 times a year. Software fix installed per recall.
Consumer was traveling about 65mph on highway, and without prior warning transmission just locked up . Also, rear wheels locked up. Vehicle was towed to dealer. No transmission fluid was leaking.
Abs will release; when brakes are applied and turning a corner, they start to apply then there are no brakes at all. Dealer says there is nothing wrong with the ABS brakes.
When depressing brakes vheicle would continue to travel, resulting in extended stopping distance. Please provide further information.
When applying brakes the engine surged, causing extended stopping distance. Cause unknown. Please give any further details.
There was a battery leak. Fluid leaked onto the wiring harness cover and ate through to several wires. Also, defective brakes caused brake pads to wear out and rotors to corrode. Dealer has been contacted.
While driving and applying brakes ABS engaged and the rear came around about 3 inchers to the right.this only happened when payment was wet or raining. This caused consumer to lose control.
While crossing an intersection applied the brakes on a bumpy road and brake pedal went to the floor. Consumer hit another vehicle, and airbag didn't deploy. Called the dealer, and they said that this was normal.
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