While driving down the interstate, it suddenly sounded like there was an increase in road noise, then suddenly there was a puff of smoke from the back and the noise disappeared. Stopping to check, my master cylinder was half-empty. Per chrysler dealer who repaired it, ""right rear brake came apart (cylinder blown and springs broken)." when it failed, it also damaged right rear tone wheel and sensor, making the anti-lock brakes inoperative. There was no warning before this catastrophic brake failure.
1995 Chrysler Cirrus: brake failure
28 of the 368 complaints about the 1995 Chrysler Cirrus describe brake failure.
- owner complaints
- 28
- of this car's complaints
- 8%
- recalls
- 2
Is there a fix? There are 2 recalls and 2 service bulletins for this area of the car. See below
Brake failure by model year
- 20002
- 19993
- 19981
- 19966
- 199528
What owners say
Recall 96v075000/brakes:hydraulic:master cylinder: brake failed while driving at 35-40 MPH, forcing vehicle into an field to avoid a collision. But, five passengers sustained minor injuries; dealer notifed. Feel free to provide further details.
Car returned to dealer for 4th time for brake failure. In the past they have not found anything wrong. Now, master cylinder to be replaced for 2nd time. Brake shoes and pads were replaced for second time since 10/97 in 02/00, and already show excessive and uneven wear and need replacing again. Even through total brake failure, the ABS warning light has never come on. This car is a nightmare!
Hydraulic noise under hood as brakes applied, brakes failed to stop car, caused minor crash, leaking master cyl replaced, brakes failed again twice, chrysler replacing computer module governing brake hydraulics, would not confirm this would cause brakes to fail
Bendix antilock brakes failed causing them to make grinding noise. Nlm
Brake failure due to ABS module failure.
Anti lock brakes failed causing loss of control.
While driving vehicle the consumer tried to stop at a red light when she stepped on brakes pedal, the pedal went all the way to the floor, and vehicle did not have any brakes. Consumer had taken vehicle to dealer a few times for the same problem.
While driving at a low rate of speed, the brakes were applied, the pedal went to the floor, resulting in extended stopping distances, causing the vehicle to collide. Owner states that vehicle's ABS system was replaced prior to collision. The dealer will be notified.
Front ABS brakes failed twice.
Brakes failed.
When applying the ABS brakes at any speed, the pedal goes to the floor and there is extended stopping distance. Please provide details.
Service bulletins that may apply
Related recalls
Service brakes, hydraulic: foundation components: master cylinder
- What is wrong
- The brake master cylinder can leak brake fluid due to a damaged double lip rear piston seal.
- Risk
- Brake fluid leakage can result in diminished effectiveness of one half of the split brake system. The instrument panel warning light(s) will signal system impairment prior to partial brake system loss.
- Remedy
- Dealers will replace the rear brake master cylindr piston assembly.
Recall number 96V075000 · Recall details
Service brakes, hydraulic: antilock/traction control/electronic limited slip
- What is wrong
- Corrosion of the ABS hydraulic control unit can cause the solenoid valves to stick in the open position.
- Risk
- If either front wheel valve sticks, the vehicle would swerve from a straight stop when the brakes are applied.
- Remedy
- Dealers will install a plate and silicone grease injected into the solenoid cavity to eliminate the potential for this condition.
Recall number 96V074000 · Recall details
Questions about the 1995 Chrysler Cirrus brake failure
Is brake failure a common problem on the 1995 Chrysler Cirrus?
28 of 368 owner complaints about the 1995 Chrysler Cirrus (8%) mention brake failure. The model year with the most reports is 1995.
Is there a recall or service bulletin for this on the 1995 Chrysler Cirrus?
There are 2 recalls and 2 service bulletins for the same area of the car. Check them below with your VIN.
Other symptoms on the 1995 Chrysler Cirrus
ABS 52Stalling 26Ball joint 25Grinding brakes 13Transmission failure 11Loss of power 10Adaptive cruise 8Won't shift 8Sudden acceleration 8No deployment 7Power steering loss 7Knocking 6
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