The contact owns a 1992 Chrysler Town and Country. The contact stated that while the vehicle was in the driveway the brakes failed. The vehicle was taken to the local dealer where it was diagnosed that the brake actuator and actuator assembly needed to be replaced. The vehicle was not repaired. The contact stated the failure was related to the federal safety agency Campaign Number: 96V099000 (Service Brakes, Hydraulic). The manufacturer was notified of the failure and informed the contact that the OEM parts were no longer being manufactured. The failure mileage was unknown.
1992 Chrysler Town and Country: brake failure
16 of the 135 complaints about the 1992 Chrysler Town and Country describe brake failure.
- owner complaints
- 16
- of this car's complaints
- 12%
- recalls
- 1
Is there a fix? There is 1 recall for this area of the car. See below
Brake failure by model year
What owners say
Tl* the contact owns a 1992 chrysler town and country. While driving approximately 25 MPH, the brakes failed and the brake pedal became difficult to depress. When the failure occurred, the vehicle would not immediately stop and the stopping distance was extended. The vehicle was taken to an independent mechanic, but the cause of the failure could not be determined. The manufacturer was notified and informed the contact that parts and repairs were no longer available do to the age of the vehicle. The local dealer (lethia chrysler/jeep in concord, ca) was also notified of the failure, but did not assist. The failure mileage was 50,000. **tr consumer stated he noticed lack of brakes, brake warning and antilock brake failure. Updated 11/19/18
Vehicle had no brakes. Dealer stated the wiring harness burned, and they could not repair the vehicle. Manufacturer insisted that consumer should cover the cost to repair the harness in order to determine the defectiveness of the brakes pump motor.
Brake failure caused extened stopping distance when applied intermittently. Dealer notified,and unable to duplicate the problem. Feel free to provide any further information.
Recall 96v099000/ anti-lock brake failure. Dealer refuses to service vehicle free of charge.
Recall # 96v099000 brakes: hydraulic: anti-skid system; diagnostic test could not detect problem with ABS. Consumer continues to experience problem with brakes. When applying the brakes the pedal goes to the floorboard, and the van continues to travel with no braking ability.
Antilock brakes failed prior to recall.
Anti lock brakes failed prior to recall notice.
Driver experienced total loss of braking, equipped with ABS system.
Antilock brake system failed, ABS indicator light came on, driver experienced total loss of braking dealer replaced accumulator. Tt
Abs system failure, excessive long stopping distance, in some instances total loss of braking. Tt
Abs system failure, loss of braking ability, warning lights came o.
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
Questions about the 1992 Chrysler Town and Country brake failure
Is brake failure a common problem on the 1992 Chrysler Town and Country?
16 of 135 owner complaints about the 1992 Chrysler Town and Country (12%) mention brake failure. The model year with the most reports is 1993.
Is there a recall or service bulletin for this on the 1992 Chrysler Town and Country?
There is 1 recall and 0 service bulletins for the same area of the car. Check them below with your VIN.
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