Was driving vehicle approimately. 50mph when another vehicle made a turn in front of consumer's vehicle. Applied ABS brakes, vehicle failed to stop right away. Had a slow reaction time. Taking vehicle to dealer's to check.
1996 GMC Jimmy brakes complaints
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When putting on brakes there is an air sound. Then consumer has to push down harder.
Anti-lock brake unit went out. Dealer is quoting $1400 to fix. There are several anti-lock brake defects under investigation. This sounds like a recall item. There is only 56,000 miles on my vehicle and I don't feel that something like this should be going out that early.
When braking while going over a bump, the brake pedal goes all the way to the floor, and does not stop the vehicle. This has happened numerous times.
Brakes/ABS failed on gravel and wet pavement at low MPH, dealer says common nothing they can do, caused rearend collision
We have paid incredable repair costs for this less than four years old car!( dot number: tire size: p205/75r15 )
No summary listed for abov evehicle.
When applying the ABS brakes on wet pavement the pedal goes to the floor, causing extended stopping distance. Please give any further details.
The power brake booster malfunctioned, causing very little braking, which may have caused a crash. Same problem as the investigation # pe99024. Please provide further information.
While traveling in rush hour traffic at a speed of 50 MPH consumer tried to apply the brakes to stop and the ABS did not allow maximum braking to stop vehicle.
When applying the ABS brakes pedal traveled to the floor,causing extended stopping distance. Dealer can not identify the problem. Please give any further details.
When the brakes were applied at 35mph, the pedal went to the floor resulting in extended stopping, causing a minor injury. The dealer has been notified.
Loss of brakes, release pedal & pump until brakes return, master cyl replaced problem still continues
When the brakes are applied in wet weather conditions they will not work. Brakes have to b pumped.dealer was contacted, and stated that the recall that was being enforced did not apply to this vehicle.
Brakes failed resulting in vehicle collision and death. (attorney for consumer). Mjs
The stopping distance on this vehicle is disrupted due to the anti-lock braking system. On a bumpy road the distance is realy thrown off.
Ongoing problem with extended stopping distance. Whenever brakes are applied. Can the federal safety agency help in this matter or provide further details.
Vehicle experienced sudden acceleration while driver's foot was on the brakes. Driver had to press the brake pedal extremely hard in order to stop vehicle. There was no crash and no one was injured. The dealer is not aware of the problem. Also, brakes are noisy when applied on wet road conditions and skid.
When driving at highway speed and when turning a corner at 15 MPH, applied the brakes, and ABS system kicked in, causing the vehicle to slide. Also, power brake systmem went and transmission went failed. In addition, dealer replaced the brake pads.
I was charged with the accident but was not issued a summons. I believe the accident was due to the brakes.
On two occasions brakes failed to stop vehicle. Both times vehicle was slowing down for complete stop when a loud high pitch sound came from the vehicle, and brake pedal went down to the floor; vehicle failed to stop. Vehicle was inspected on both occasions. First time, master cylinder was replaced, but it did not solve problem. Currently, vehicle is still in the repair shop. Seeking help from the federal safety agency.
When the brakes were applied under normal braking, pedal went to the floor , resulting in extended stopping distance, and causing an accident and minor injuries dealer and the manufacturer have been notified.
Left rear door panel replaced, wrong panel installed at factory. Mjs
Rear windshield wiper motor failed, recall denied due to unit being in rear not front. (98v‑150) mjs
Vacuum brake booster leaked causing brake failure.
This is the second jimmy I drive (too loyal for my own good.) the first one a 1995. Also had a booster failure at around 40,000+ miles (luckily I was able to coast on that occasion to a full stop without causing any damage to anyone. This one a 1996 has failed, like clockwork, at 45,000 miles.
Anti-lock brakes failed numerous times on off-ramp. Almost caused serious accident. Brakes pads, rotors and master cylinder replaced with no improvement. I contacted general motors, they claim problem is caused by "stupid drivers" .
Brake vacuum booster failed.
Brakes fading causing driver to use excessive physical effort to stop the vehicle.
Abs brakes have been replaced three times. When brakes are applied they vibrate and extended stopping distance occurs. Brakes wear out. Right wheel seems loose. Dealer contacted and attempted to remedy the problem. Problem still exists.
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