While driving 20mph driver applied brakes and the vehicle did not stop. Consumer rear ended another vehicle. Neither driver's side nor passenger's side airbags deployed. Dealer said it was normal. Driver has rib cage injury.
1998 GMC Sonoma brakes complaints
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While driving at about 35-45 MPH, trying to slow down and make a turn, and brakes went to the floor. Consumer lost control of vehicle and crashed into two trees, and air bag did not deploy.
When applying the brakes the left front wheel locks up and pulls the vehicle to left or right. Dealer says it's normal.
Had taken vehicle to dealer to check the brakes. The rotors had worn out & were shot. Service manager informed manufacter of problem and was told to replace the rotors, but not the pads. Was charged for the rotors, even though under warranty. Had vehicle checked again & repairs were not done, but the rotors were turned.
Unccceptable maintenance required., unsatisfactory dealer repairs, service, and satisfaction. No safety efects listed in the summary.
Parking brake spring return failed. Yh
Consumer was pulling vehicle into garage ,went to apply brakes,vehicle did not stop, causing loss of control and resulting in a crash. Pushed pedal to floor , no response. Dealer claims no defect in vehicle.
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