Tl*the contact owns a 1991 chrysler imperial. While driving 15 MPH, the brakes failed when the pedal was depressed. The contact sideswiped another vehicle. The other vehicle sustained substantial damages, but the contact's vehicle was in tact. Three weeks prior to the crash, the brakes were serviced by the dealer. The contact is afraid to take the vehicle back to the same dealer; however, it is the only chrysler dealer in his local area. A police report was filed. The federal safety agency campaign id numbers 96v099000 (service brakes, hydraulic:antilock) and 91v191000 (service brakes, hydraulic: foundation components: hoses, lines/piping, and fittings) were referenced. The current and failure mileages were 144,000.
1991 Chrysler Imperial: brake failure
17 of the 84 complaints about the 1991 Chrysler Imperial describe brake failure.
- owner complaints
- 17
- of this car's complaints
- 20%
- 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 driving at any random speed vehicle has increasing stopping distance, and the brake pedal goes all the way to the floor .
Pump for anti lock brakes failed twice - in both cases an accident was narrowly missed. It would appear that before the manufacturer will replace the defect, one must first have a brake failure!!!!
Abs system recall work completed, however brakes failed after recall repair, resulting in a vehicle collision.
After experencing brake problems took to dealer to perform recall. After getting car back from dealer had accident in traffic while attempting to stop. Brakes failed to stop car petal went to floor.
While going down road and attempted to apply brakes in the rain, the brakes were spongy and there was no brakes-no braking power, and the auto did not stop.
Antilock brakes failed 2 times, causing accidents.
Brakes failed.
Abs, brake failure extended stopping distance. Tt
Brake failure.
Anti-lock brakes failed 4 times.
Brakes failed, causing accident.
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 1991 Chrysler Imperial brake failure
Is brake failure a common problem on the 1991 Chrysler Imperial?
17 of 84 owner complaints about the 1991 Chrysler Imperial (20%) mention brake failure. The model year with the most reports is 1990.
Is there a recall or service bulletin for this on the 1991 Chrysler Imperial?
There are 2 recalls and 0 service bulletins for the same area of the car. Check them below with your VIN.
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