Seat belt retraction system does not work on driver seat, and occasionally fails on the passenger side. The part that fails is the return of the shoulder belt. Leaving the shoulder belt loose and of little value. On the front passenger side, the shoulder harness sometimes fails to tighten up but then during the ride it will make a zipping sound and retract and tighten to a proper fit. As for the ABS, they kick in at times when not needed, and it is difficult to tell, but seems as if the brakes do not grab as they might. Example, we have some sandy areas on our gravel road, and if I touch the brakes the ABS sometimes kicks in, and does not let up when I let off the brake.
1994 Chevrolet Suburban brakes complaints
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When applying brakes, whether light or heavy, the right rear tire will lock up and skid, even though the other three will continue to roll. Braking action is apparent in the other wheels, but the right rear will lock up continously.
While driving cruise control activates unexpectedly, and while braking the engine iraces high. The rpms are high, and the front wheels are squealing, causing extended stopping distance. Occupant needs to turn off the vehicle in order to have the rpms return to normal. Previously, had a ton of electrical problems. Dealer cannot determine the problem, but said it may be electrical. Please provide further information.
Windshield wipers continuously started and stopped, eventually stopping altogether while driving in the rain. Wiper motor and circuit board were replaced at owner cost to resolve the problem. Activation of antilock brakes produce vehicle surges and/or greatly increased stopping distances and/or do not stop vehicle. Problem has persisted since the vehicle was purchased new in 1993. Also, on descents of muddy, snowy and/or rocky roads, antilock brakes while activated increase speed of vehicle and will not the stop vehicle unless the antilock feature is deactivated by releasing and then depressing the brake pedal. Problem occurs at all speeds (3mph through highway speeds). Normal braking is ok. Brake pads have been replaced at normal intervals and front rotors have also been relaced - neither replacement corrected or improved the antilock braking system's operation or responsiveness.
When the brakes are applied in a panic stop, the brakes then release and the pedal goes to the floor resulting in extended stopping distance. Dealer has been notified. Abs completely failed at 102,000 miles. *ak
When applying brakes if vehicle encounters even slight bumb in pavement brakes will release. Brake pedal will go all the way to floor with no braking capability for a few seconds until brakes reset. Does not have to be panic braking for this to occur. On this occasion driver in front made sudden stop. Brakes applied, hit slight bump in road and brakes released so rear-ended driver. Would have been able to stop if brakes had not failed or in any other vehicle.
While traveling 30mph and applying ABS brakes, they proceeded to lock up. Vehicle would skid a bit, causing extended stopping distance. Would happen every other month or so. It's an intermittent problem. Been to dealer & informed by mechanic the cause of problem could not be duplicated or found, even after being test driven.
Abs system failed-it starts to kick in, then releases, sent us into intersection and near misses with cars-paid to have brakes replaced, didn't correct the problem (told it must be a problem with ABS computer system); wipers occasionally begin slowing and work intermittently; differential was out when we purchased the car and we had to pay for the parts, appears to be happening again 2 years later.
While driving at 40 MPH and applying the brakes, brakes go straight to the floorboard. Consumer has to pump the brakes, and coast to the side of the road. Repeated service check have not indicated what cause is.
When applying the ABS brakes pedal goes to the floor, causing extended stopping distance. Please give any further details.
Intermittently when brakes are applied the pedal goes to the floor, resulting in extended stopping distance. The dealer has been notfied.
Brakes have failed to stop at stop lights/stop signs. Dealers say that is just how the brakes work.
Brakes locked up at high speed due to master cylinder failure. Leakage occurred, pedal started going down to floor. Problem reoccurred. Installed 3 master cylinders and bled system several times--brakes still locked up while driving. Dealer aware of the problem, but does not know what is causing it or how to repair it. *ak
When its raining & ABS brakes are applied, they would lock up. Can hear noise when brakes are applied on rough rough road. This causes vehicle to have extended stopping distance. Will be taking vehicle to mechanic to check problem.
At times when pedal is applied there is a depressed feeling before the brakes respond, there is a noise, and then the system will react, and slow the vehicle down. Dealer has been contacted.
When brakes are applied the in a panic stop the pedal goes to the floor, resulting in extended stopping distance. Dealer has been notified.
While traveling on dry pavement / when coming to a stop, the anti-lock brake system kicks in, causing extended stopping distance which resulted in several accidents. Consumer has contacted the dealer, dealer has yet to replace parts.
The brakes are generally defecttive. I have been in several emergency and non-emergency situations where the brakes have not performed satisfactorily. On one occasion, I nearly lost control on the freeway. On another, on a wet street at low speed, I partially entered an intersection through a red light because the brakes would keep releasing. With respect to the accident noted above, I was on a freeway access road going about 45mph when traffic unexpectedly came to a halt, and I, along with most of the other drivers, had to jump on the brakes hard. I was braking well and stopping short of the vehicle in front of me, but when the brake pedal pressure increased to the point of engaging the anti-lock system, the brakes actually released causing me to lunge forward into the vehicle in front of me. Although many cars were scrambling to stop, mine was the only accident. I am an experienced driver and I consider myself a good and safe driver. I did not release the brakes--I know how anti-locks work and I know how to use them. My other car has anti-lock brakes, so I also know what it's like to have anti-lock brakes that work well. I raised hell at the dealership and had the service manager and their head brake guru test the brakes. They claimed they were fine and working properly. They are wrong. I recently read that the ntsb has an open long-term investigation into these brakes, so I thought I would put in my two cents to help you. I bought a defective product as far as I'm concerned. I've lost money on collision repairs and insurance. I'm at risk every day and I know it. I'm at your disposal should you have any questions or need further information. Thanks.
I have had similar instances in the past, without an incident occuring. The problem seems to be insufficient brake power to stop the vehicle adequately. When the brake pedal is depressed in an emergency condition, the ABS system activates, but the stopping distance is very long. This ABS reacts very different than any other I have experienced. The stopping power is actually very diminished with the ABS activated than when it is not activated. Once the ABS comes into play, the vehicle feels like it speeds up. I realize that the ABS is supposed to keep the wheels from locking up and that one should hold a constant pressure on the brake pedal rather than pumping the brakes. However, in dry conditions, I can stop the vehicle quicker and in a shorter distance if I do not allow the to ABS activate. Of course one does not have that choice in a panic stop situation. You must be able to rely on the systems engineered into the vehicle. I recently read the technical information on the 2000 suburban and I am disappointed that gm did not provide the same 4 wheel disc brake system introduced in the '99 pick up models. The accident I recently experienced could have been avoided had the braking system operated as it should have.
Braking system locks up under slippery or wet conditions upon tapping the pedal, causing the vehicle to slide. Dealer has been contacted.
Vehicle was traveling on the street at approx. 30 MPH and when approaching an intersection, consumer applied brake pedal hard and vehicle continued on. Then hit another vehicle in the rear. Dealer / manufacturer notified. Can the federal safety agency give further details on this matter.
When driving at any speed and applying the brakes, ABS system is kicking in and not stopping vehicle.consumer has to apply both feet on the brakes, and then vehicle will slow down and come to a stop.
While braking vehicle veers to the left which may cause a loss of vehicle control. Dealer cannot determine the cause of the problem. Please provide further information.
This is the second time that the ABS brakes failed. When I stepped on the brakes, a whirring sound accompanied the loss of brakes which LED to an extended stopping distance resulting in a collision with another vehicle.
Brakes lock up when pedal depressed for emergency stop
Anti lock brakes vibrated and failed to stop vehicle while braking during rainy weather. Nlm
Abs brakes and pads failed. Nlm
The brakes have "locked up" numerous times preventing the car from stopping when traveling at rates of speed less than 15 MPH. Scary!! 5 children and this needs correcting!!!
Anti lock brakes perform poorly, vehicle has run into ditch on two occasions due to loss of control. Mjs
When applying the ABS brakes on wet or dry pavement pedal traveled to the floor, causing extended stopping distance. Please give any further details.
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