Ea 94 038/ABS braking system: vehicle experiencing problem with ABS system. Whenever brakes are applied on rough surface or bumps wheels lockup. Vehicle had been inspected by dealer on two occasions, and informed consumerthat nothing could be found. Also, when backing up, makes noise, sprong, sprong, and sprong as plunking on a banjo, like a spring letting go.
1997 Chevrolet S10 brakes complaints
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Anti-lock brakes not stopping vehicle while in 2 wheel drive, slids 20 feet through intersection while going 25 MPH, no accident, no fatalities, no brakes either.
Entire brake system failed-dealer claims battery acid was the cause. What is avoiding future failures? I would like more infomation so that I might make an informed decision about driving this vehicle in the future. What do car manufacturers do when this type of failure happens, they seemed kind of matter-of-fact about the whole thing. I hope this information is helpful. Please call if you have any questions
While driving in snow/ice/ in cold weather & had applied (ABS) brakes, vehicle failed to stop. Pedal went to floor. Nearly had an accident with fire truck. Vehicle towed to dealer. Mechanic informed owner no problem with ABS brakes after being told tow truck driver.
When appyling the ABS brakes pedal goes to the floor, causing extended stopping distance. Please give any further details.
The brakes 'grab' (lock up) on occasion (in damp or wet weather), and one time almost failed completely (I was turning a corner or there would have been an accident).
While making a stop, the anti-lock brake system would come on, but the vehicle would continue to travel. Please provide further information.
Brakes have inconsistently pulled vehicle to the left during abrupt stopping--brake linings subsequently prmaturely failed on left front of vehicle, without warning, causing metal to metal contact and the destruction of the rotor. Very poor engineering on the part of chevrolet is producing inferior quality brakes.
Ongoing erratic operation of brake system; front brake pads have been replaced on three different occasions. Also, front left brake rotors were replaced once within 10,000-11,000 miles of wear. Seeking help from the federal safety agency in this matter.
When I really need my brakes as in a panic stop situation they are not there. The other day a deer ran in front of me and I hit the brakes hard and the ABS like shut my brakes off. Luckily I was able to swerve off the road and no damage was done. Also on snow or ice I hate driving this truck because the slightest pressure on the brake pedal will render the brakes useless. I don't drive fast and am aware of stop signs on the way home. I slow down way before the sign and still go right through it as if I have no brakes. This is a great truck except for the fear I have of not having any brakes when I need them. I just know that sooner or later an accident will happen.
Front drivers side brake pad worn prematurely damaged rotor and was unsafe to drive. Delear repaired at owner cost. Brakes still feel "soft" brake pedal extends to floor.
Delayed action in breaking, causing vehicle to veer off road
Intermittently when the brakes are applied they lock up, vehicle mpves forward, resulting in extended stopping distance. The dealer has been notified.
I have taken to chev.2-3 times and told nothing is wrong.a friend took his to a brake place and the mechanic told him what was wrong before he looked at it because he also owned an s10 and described the same problem / what I am wanting to know is are there simular problems been documented because I haven't found any ,if so what is the cure
Brakes fail on left turns. Left turns into parking spaces. Left turn while braking. Brakes go to the floor and the stopping distance is extended. This happens more often if the ground is wet or smooth surface. This also happend when trying to avoid head-on tc with person who ran red light. This was also a move to the left. I have taken this vehicle into the service department several times. Dealer cannot re-create the problem. It occurs when you don't expect it. Very dangerous.
When applying the brakes the pedal nearly goes to the floor, causing extended stopping distance. Please give any further details.
Ea94038, ABS braking system malfunctioned, brake pedal went to the floor, causing extended stopping distance which resulted in a crash. Also, dealer replaced master cylinder. Please provide further information.
During a panic stop at 5-10 MPH brakes failed to stop. Twice the pickup was taken to the shop for repair and nothing was found. This only occurs during a panic stop.
Right front brake rotor failed causing noise. Mjs
Wheel speed sensor failed,brakes failed. Mjs
When brakes were applied on wet pavement the pedal went to the floor, resulting in extended stopping distance. The dealer and manufacturer have been notified.
When there is a rocky road left wheel locks up and makes a grinding noise, causing extended stopping distance which may result in a crash.
While driving at 50 MPH on wet and icy pavement, vehicle slid across the road, causing the front of the vehicle to hit the guardrail. The other part of vehicle hit the wall, and driver's side air bag didn't deploy.
I have not brought the vehicle in for brake problems. I do believe they are not working properly
While driving on wet pavement and whenever applying brakes, brakes won't stop vehicle. Also, back brakes were skipping, and brakes pads and the fan clutch went out.
Consumer was driving vehicle on street at approximately 35 MPH, normal road conditions. Consumer was moving into left turning lane, applying brakes to slow down, brake pedal went down floor , causing vehicle to slow down, but not to stop. Dealer notified, and informed consumer that nothing could be found. *ak
Ea94038, ABS braking system failure; when applying the brakes during emergency stopping situation, the truck shutters like it's hitting ice then dry pavement. When applying the brakes a second time, the pedal goes completely to the floor and a strange noise comes from the dash. In the last two weeks the brake booster has been replaced twice by the dealership under warranty.
Consumer was driving on highway at 40 MPH, had to apply brakes in an emergency situation which caused the vehicle to go airborne and landed in a ditch. Air bag did not deploy. Dealer notified.
While driving the brakes came off. Also, there was an oil leakage coming from under the vehicle.
Brakes fail when first applying pedal on second application brakes engage.
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