The problem with the ABS brakes is ongoing, there is no fix. When going down a slight incline on the road, and if the road has some slite ribbing or wash board effect, the brakes fail completely if used in a panic stop situation, even if one continues to push the brake pedal as instructed with ABS. Also medium ie 50 MPH panic stops also have the same effect. The problem seems to be a long hesatation before the ABS starts its cycle of braking, and any road irregularities or road sand increases this hesitation before the ABS starts its braking cycle. It should be noted that the master cylinder was changed early in 1993 to no avail. It would appear to be a software problem in the ABS logic controller.
1993 Chevrolet Suburban brakes complaints
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In emergency stop braking system malfunctioned. There was no braking ability at all, and the vehicle just coasted along, resulting in a crash.
Brakes lock up on rough or slippery surfaces/grinding noise after ABS kicks in/loss of control when braking quick/dealer service center says no problem everything is o.k.
Anti lock brakes continually failing, replacement of the front wheel brakes did not rectify ABS failures.
Was driving 40mph & started to apply the brakes, traveled 40 ft & hit 4 vehicles due to brake failure. Heard ABS computer come on. Brake pedal got mushy.
Had applied brakes at 30mph vehicle did not stop right away. Brake pedal was soft & went to floor. Vehicle towed to dealer. Entire ABS brake system had failed & needs to be replaced.
Abs brakes failed twice, once resulting in an accident.
When applying the brakes the ABS kick in and the vehicle does not stop. Dealer couldnt find problem.
Master cylinder has been replace and brake problems persists. Please forward any information regarding these brake problems.
When brakes were applied in a panic stop the pedal went to the floor, resulting in extended stopping distance, causing a collision. The dealer has been notified.
Abs brakes; when applying brakes in normal conditions, the brakes failed to stop the vehicle, causing extended stopping distance before vehicle came to a complete stop. Please provide details.
Ea95-02o; consumer states when driving at any speed occassionally, upon depressing the brake pedal to make a normal stop. The ABS brakes kick in, causing no response to the wheel, resulting in extended stopping distance which caused an accident a accident on two different occasions. Consumer has contacted the dealer.*ak also brakes pads were worn out and making noises, cassette player was inoperable.
Abs brakes; when applying brakes in a panic stop, the pedal went to the floor and brakes failed to stop the vehicle, causing an accident. Vehicle rolled over. Please provide details.
Ea95-026; when traveling at any speed and attempting to make a sudden or gradual stop, the pedal travels to the floorboard, causing an extended stopping distance, resulting in the consumer going through an intersection and causing an accident. Consumer has contacted the dealer, dealer has replaced parts, problem still occurs. *ak consumer called to update accident report 04-01-99 applied ABS brakes at 35 MPH and the pedal went to the floor causing extended stopping distance to occur which resulted in a collision, ABS system malfunction caused the accident.
Consumer's daughter started to apply brakes to stop, and the brakes did not catch. Driver hit vehicle in front of her, causing minor damage to the other automobile. *ak consumer has contacted the dealer several times who states that there is nothing wrong with the brakes, however the service staff has warned the consumer to be careful because the brakes fail periodically, consumer usually experiences failure between 20-25 MPH, when re-applying the brakes, the vehicle usually stops with wheels locking and skidding.
When driving vehicle and using brakes in a panic stop ,the braks would fail to operate. This condition has occurred on several occasions. Vehicle has been in/out dealer shop. Dealer always informed the consumer that nothing could be found.
While driving consumer tried to make a stop. Pressed the brake pedal to the floorboard, vehicle continued to travel. Consumer continued to press the pedal and the vehicle stopped.
Anti lock brakes failed resulting in a vehicle collision.
When applying brakes there is a period when the brakes do not catch. Consumer has not had an accident yet, but is afraid of brake performance.
When trying to make a panic stop and mashing the brake pedal down the truck continues to roll forward and then t stops. It takes a few seconds the anti-lock brakes will start to activate and vehicle starts to roll.
Anti lock brakes fade causing extended stopping distances.
When brakes are applied in a panic stop the master cylinder blew out, resufied.
When applying the ABS brakes the pedal will trvael to the floor, causing extended stopping distance. Please give any further details.
Whenever ABS brakes are applied, the ABS would lock up. Happens during rainy weather. Its an intermittent problem. This causes the vehicle to have a much longer stopping distance.
While driving applied the brakes and the ABS brakes kick in , but there are no rear brakes on the truck. Owner noticed that the ABS lights are always on.
Abs brakes; when applying brakes in normal conditions and in panic stops, there is an extended stopping distance before vehicle comes to a stop.
Anti lock brakes failed/locked up, resulting in two vehicle collisions.
When braking moderate to severe pressure, ABS will begin to pulsate and result in a loss of brakes for about 15-20 feet. Cannot control vehicle, dealer has inspected and road tested vehicle, but cannot determine problem.
Abs brakes fails intermittently.
There is a delayed action in the ABS system. The pedal goes partially to the floor. Vehicle goes in a free wheel before ABS brakes engage. This has happene deven on dry ground if the vehicle hits any defect in the road, causing the wheel to skip and activating the ABS system. Vehicle was involved in a collision due to ABS failure.
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