At all times when applying brakes they would make a high pitch/grinding noise. Did not affect stopping. Took vehicle to dealer, and was informed that entire braking needed to be replaced. *ak consumer was also informed that replacement parts are defectively designed, consumer stated that the backing plate is too thin and defective. Left front rear wheel lug nut was cross threaded. Knocking noise from the right front when going over bumps, dealer replaced strut mounts.
1998 Toyota Sienna brakes complaints
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Brakes squeal and grind, dealer states there are no problems.
Brakes making clunking and scraping noise. Dealer says drums are cracking.
The motor acutator for the ABS system was found to be defective as indicated by a ABS warning light. The dealer said the item was not covered under the warranty and the cost to repair was $1300.00 for part and $300.00 for labor. The dealer indicated that I would have no ABS on the vehicle but that it was safe to drive. I spoke with a service representative named mark. I think that the ABS system is a safety device and should be fixed by the manufacturer. I am seriously concerned that if this system decides to malufundtion because of a defective part that the vehicles brakes could be affected causing a serious wreck and putting my family in harms way.
Front brakes with loud grinding noise especially bad when applied going downhill. Dealer says all the toyotas do that! This is my third toyota vehicle and have experienced the same problem with brakes on all three vehicles. Guess this will be my last toyota! Worried about brakes possibly failing as it "takes too long for braking to be effective". This has been a problem since aprx. 12,000 miles! Brakes have been checked and are at 70% (30% worn). The rt. Side passenger sliding door is difficult to open from the inside, and when finally open, difficult to get it to lock in place (kids can't do it) I have to slam it back really hard to get it to lock in open position to avoid slamming shut on us! It also rattles while driving. The electrical system intermittenly stops working correctly, driver unable to control passenger-side windows and locks. Even unable to unlock driver side on one occasion.
The actuator pump for the ABS locked up, toyota is refusing to replaced the pump because the vehicle is out of warrenty. Nlm
The brakes have made lots of noise since 1 month after purchase.we heard popping noises, sounds like a spring unloading, snapping sounds. Dealer (classic toyota, waukegan, illinois.) has attempted to repair 3 times. Latest fix stopped popping snapping noises but now the ABS system engages without need, the brakes moan and make new noises. We havent experienced failure, yet. I looked up registered complaints and many have experienced failure. We are taking the van back for the 4th time friday 2-24-00.
When applying brakes vehicle makes a loud noise in the rear brakes. Dealer cannot find a solution.
Brake pedal almost goes to the floor, resulting in extended stopping distance. Dealer has adjusted the brakes three times. The manufacturer has been notified. Also, rear brakes are not self adjusting.owner should be notified of possible extended stopping distance.
Noisy brakes.
Brake disc.
Brake disc failure.
My wife was driving on I-5 on our 1998 toyota sienna van, when the brakes got locked-up and we started skidding. The vehicle went out of control and swerved to to the median and collided with the cable divider. We all survivived because of the cable, the van is still in body shop. I am worried about the safety of its brake system and the related parts.
While consumer is driving tire pressure light goes on. Dealer says ABS actuator is dfective. Dealership is waiting for parts to repair vehicle. Please add VIN#
Accepted for arbitration by wa state atty general
Brakes squeak. Yh
Front brake rotors noisy. Yh
The brake drum was off, resulting in brake cylinder rupture and fluid leaking into brake shoe. Yh
Brake pads worn out. Yh
Transmission failed. Yh
Brake drum warped.
Brake drum failed.
Brake disc failure.
Rotors failed.
Front disc brake failure.
Brake pads and rotors failed. Nlm
Brakes making noise. Nlm
Rear windshield wiper/washer leaking. Nlm
Extremely loud groaning and grinding noise when braking in reverse everytime
Whenever the brakes are applied, they make a lot of loud noises. At dealership, the entire brake system had to be changed. Problem occurred after an accident (rearended by another vehicle).
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