Tl* the contact owns a 1990 chrysler imperial. The contact stated while driving 40 MPH with the brake pedal engaged, the pedal went all the way to the floorboard and failed to slow down the vehicle. The vehicle was taken to a local mechanic who diagnosed that the ABS modular pump failed. The dealer was contacted who advised the contact that the failure was related to the recall under the federal safety agency campaign id number: 96v099000 (service brakes, hydraulic: antilock) but the vehicle was not included since it was equipped with a bosch ABS system pump. The recall was specifically for the bendix ABS system pump. The vehicle was not repaired. The manufacturer was not made aware of the failure. The failure mileage was 150,000.
1990 Chrysler Imperial: brake failure
21 of the 108 complaints about the 1990 Chrysler Imperial describe brake failure.
- owner complaints
- 21
- of this car's complaints
- 19%
- recalls
- 2
Is there a fix? There are 2 recalls for this area of the car. See below
Brake failure by model year
What owners say
While applying the brake pedal the brakes failed. Consumer was able to maintain control of the vehicle, and pulled over. Vehicle was taken to the dealer for inspection, an d mechanic informed determined that the ABS pump motor assembly needed to be replaced.
While driving at any speed and applying the brakes, the pedal went to the floor, there were no brakes, which resulted in extended stopping distance. The dealer admitted there was a recall, but this vehicle was not included in the recall due to VIN. *ak the consumers vehicle was built febuary 26, 1990 with the same recall problems that the 1990-1993 model have. While the consumer was braking, the ABS light would come on, possibly due to poor power assist, spongy pedal, ABS and brake lamps were on. *sc
While driving the brakes failed. The dealer stated that the recall does not pertain to the vehicle. *ak two years ago, the anti-lock brakes were changed and have gone out again. (recall# 96v099000) the pump did not work and the pedal would become hard to stop. On turns, there was a clunk as if it were grabbing. The wheel speed sensor wire, the r/r axle, outer cv boot, ABS pump shield, and the left rear emc brake cable were all replaced. *scc
When the brakes were applied the pedal went to the floor which caused the vehicle to experience extended stopping distance. The dealer was notified. *nlm the anti lock malfunctioned. The pedal moved slightly forward and was extremely difficult to push. There was a recall issued on another brand of anti lock brakes therefore the consumers did not apply. *scc
While driving ABS brake indicator light flashes on the dashboard which causes loss of braking, resulting in extended stopping distance. Please provide any further details.
This vehicle suffered a sudden ABS brake failure with my wife driving on the freeway. She had to cross four lanes of traffic and exit down an off-ramp without appreciable brakes, and was able to coast into a parking lot. The dealer diagnosed the problem as the ABS pump-motor. The federal safety agency has issued a recall for this problem for this car, but the manufacturer says it does not apply to my car, only to ones with a different brand of brake system. That is absurd! This is a life-threatening defect. It is the result of defective parts. It is the identical failure to which the recall applies. But chrysler says they will not fix the problem under the lifetime recall notice because the recall did not specifically cover this brand of ABS system. What does it matter? The problem is identical. It is a life-threatening factory defect.
Consumer was traveling about 40 MPH on highway, applied brakes, and there were no brakes. Vehicle has been at dealership. *ak this exact failure was on recall, but the recall did not cover this brand of brake system. This was life-threatening factory defect.
Anti lock brake failed causing loss of control and accident. Mjs
Abs brakes failed. Yh
In 1996 there was a recall for anti-lock brakes. Consumer's VIN# is not included. For the last two years, consumer has noticed that there were times when the brakes were soft, and at other times there were no brakes, chrysler said it was the motor thar turned the pistons. This vehicle was not included in the recall.
Brakes failed due to failure of the accumulator piston seal, recall on component however vehicle denied due to VIN.
Related recalls
Service brakes, hydraulic: antilock/traction control/electronic limited slip
- What is wrong
- The ABS hydraulic control unit can experience excessive brake actuator piston seal wear causing pump-motor deterioration.
- Risk
- If this condition occurs, the ABS function could be lost and reduced power assist would be experienced during vehicle braking increasing the potential for a vehicle accident.
- Remedy
- Dealers will test the vehicle's anti-lock brake system and repair the vehicles if necessary. Also the warranty on all ABS components will be extended to 10 years or 100,000 miles (except for the brake actuator piston assembly and the pump-motor assembly which will have a lifetime coverage). Owners will also be reimbursed for previous ABS component repair costs.
Recall number 96V099000 · Recall details
Service brakes, hydraulic: foundation components: hoses, lines/piping, and fittings
- What is wrong
- The anti-lock brake system high pressure hose may leak or detach at its crimped end fitting resulting in the discharge of hydraulic fluid.
- Risk
- Fluid discharge eventually causes the loss of both theanti-lock brake system and hydraulic assist for the brake system, resulting inincreased likelihood of brake lockup and increased stopping distances, whichcould result in a vehicle accident.
- Remedy
- Replace the ABS high pressure hose with a hose of different design and construction.
Recall number 91V191000 · Recall details
Questions about the 1990 Chrysler Imperial brake failure
Is brake failure a common problem on the 1990 Chrysler Imperial?
21 of 108 owner complaints about the 1990 Chrysler Imperial (19%) mention brake failure. The model year with the most reports is 1990.
Is there a recall or service bulletin for this on the 1990 Chrysler Imperial?
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