1991 Eagle Premier brakes problems

12 complaints (25% of all complaints for this car). 1 crash reported.

owner complaints: 12
of this car's complaints: 25%
crashes: 1
recalls: 4

Which part fails

Antilock/traction control/electronic limited slip
6
Foundation components: disc: rotor
4
Foundation components: disc: caliper
2
Foundation components: master cylinder
1
Foundation components: disc: pads
1
Foundation components
1

At what mileage

Complaints by mileage at the time of the problem.

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175k-200k

200k+

Eagle Premier brakes problems in other years

Specific symptoms reported on the 1991 Eagle Premier brakes

Phrases found in the owners' own descriptions, so one complaint can mention several symptoms.

Brake failure 6 ABS 5

Related recalls

Service brakes, hydraulic: foundation components: disc: rotorReported January 12, 1998 · 293,369 vehicles affected

What is wrong: Vehicle description: passenger and multi-purpose vehicles originally sold or currently registered in the states of connecticut, illinois, indiana, maine, maryland, massachusetts, michigan, new hampshire, new jersey, new york, ohio, pennsylvania, rhode island, vermont, or wisconsin, and the district of columbia. The front disc brake rotors can experience severe corrosion if operated for an extensive period in the "salt belt." if the rotors are not replaced, the corrosion can eventually compromise the structural integrity of the stamped steel center hub section of the rotor.
Risk: The reduced strength can allow the cast iron wear surface to separate from the hub, reducing the brake effectiveness of the vehicle.
Remedy: Dealers will replace these rotors with rotors that are coated with a corrosion protection.

Recall number 98V005000 · Recall details

Service brakes, hydraulic: antilock/traction control/electronic limited slipReported June 13, 1996 · 321,000 vehicles affected

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 fittingsReported November 1, 1991 · 80,000 vehicles affected

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

Service brakes, hydraulic: foundation components: hoses, lines/piping, and fittingsReported February 13, 1991 · 76,000 vehicles affected

What is wrong: Rear brake tube routing is contacted by fuel tank heat shield when suspension is in full jounce position. This damages the brake fluid tube, causing a leak.
Risk: Loss of fluid from half of the diagonally split brakehydraulic system affects braking capability, which could result in an accident.
Remedy: Modify heat shield to eliminate potential for shield contacting brake tube.

Recall number 91V027000 · Recall details

Related investigations

Brake disc/hub separationOpened January 13, 1997, closed January 9, 1998

Consumer complaints indicate that corrosion of the brake rotors have caused separation of the brake disc from its hub, resulting in brake failure.

EA97001

Brake disc/hub separationOpened September 5, 1996, closed January 13, 1997

consumer complaints indicate that corrosion of hte brake rotors have caused separation of the brake disc from its hub, resulting in brake failure.

PE96053

Abs braking malfunctionOpened May 26, 1995, closed June 24, 1996

There is no summary currently available

EA95016

What 1991 Eagle Premier owners say

Most recent owner complaints, unedited.

Filed Aug 7, 2000 · Brakes · KY

Brake failure, consumer slammed on brakes and vehicle barely stopped causing vehicle to hit a deer.

Filed Jun 22, 1998 · Brakes · NY

Recall work completed however not done properly, causing all four wheels to drop. Recall work on front brake rotors.

Filed May 12, 1998 · Brakes · NJ

Brake rotors failed prior to recall notice.

Filed Mar 31, 1998 · Brakes, Seat belts · OH

Brake rotors corroded and failed.

Filed Jul 2, 1997 · Brakes · OH

Brake failure, the front brake rotors separated while driving, causing loss of brakes.

Filed Oct 25, 1996 · Brakes, Electrical · FL

Window handles inoperative.

Filed Sep 17, 1995 · Brakes, Seat belts · NY

#ea95-016 as driving came up to a token booth the ABS anti-lock brake failed brake pedal went to the floor,#e94-027 the passenger shoulder belt is not working .

Filed Jul 18, 1995 · Brakes · CA

Car with no warning failed to stop/when ABS brakes were applied, vehicle only slowed down.

Filed Jul 13, 1995 · Brakes · NY

Abs brakes failed, but the pump continues to work, pedal was hard.

Filed May 18, 1995 · Brakes · MD · crash · fire

Abs brakes failed, causing vehicle to stall, resulting in loss of control and fire prior to/after recall repairs.

Questions about the 1991 Eagle Premier brakes

Does the 1991 Eagle Premier have brakes problems?

Owners have filed 12 complaints about the brakes of the 1991 Eagle Premier, 25% of all its complaints, more than any other problem.

At what mileage do 1991 Eagle Premier brakes problems start?

Not enough complaints include the mileage to tell.

Was there a recall on the 1991 Eagle Premier brakes?

Yes, 4 recalls: 98V005000, 96V099000, 91V191000. Check your VIN to see if your car still needs the free repair.