Bulletins


BulletinBulletin dateReplacement BulletinItem no.SummaryAdded
SERVICE BRAKES, AIR - ANTILOCK - WHEEL SPEED SENSOR
0415200404/15/200410009220Vehicles may set anyone or a combination of front-wheel speed sensor anti-lock brake system codes as intermittent or hard failures. gm voicemail express. *tt09/17/2004
0096601/01/200400966A10007816Anti-lock braking system (abs) front wheel speed codes - jumper harness. *tt07/12/2004
00966B01/01/200410007293Abs front wheel speed codes - jumper harness. *tt06/09/2004
SERVICE BRAKES, HYDRAULIC - ANTILOCK
97080173502608/01/199754419Comment that the abs light is on with diagnostic trouble codes (dtc's) 46 and 86 set as current or history. *yc04/07/1998
9709015015A09/01/199754329Complaints that the abs indicator lamp is on. *yc03/30/1998
SERVICE BRAKES, HYDRAULIC - FOUNDATION COMPONENTS - DISC - CALIPER
435006A05/01/199543021Unknown11/01/1995

Consumer Complaints


Fail datemilesoccurencesPurchase date
SERVICE BRAKES, AIR - ANTILOCK - WHEEL SPEED SENSOR
07/28/1996502/05/1993
 Brake failure.
SERVICE BRAKES, AIR - DISC - CALIPER
10/01/19973
 Brake system failed three times. each time the system failed to function properly due to a bolt from the front caliper falling out.
SERVICE BRAKES, HYDRAULIC
03/17/20031
 The vehicle experienced extended stopping distance. *jb
1
 The vehicle has experienced problems with the brakes, rotors, power steering pump and when it rains the passenger side floor became wet. *slc *nlm
08/26/1997
 Consumer states that she took the vehicle to dealer because the she heard a grinding and squeaking noise coming from the left front of the vehicle . the mechanic said that everything was ok at tthat time. owner took vehicle to dealer on 10/08/97 . the brakes pads and the rotors had to be replaced on the left front.
SERVICE BRAKES, HYDRAULIC - ANTILOCK
02/20/200010008/01/1993
 The abs has been faulty since the day i purchased the vehicle. i have presented the vehicle to different maintenance/dealers on different occasions, to no avail. finally, i had an accident at an intersection, whereby i had made a complete stop, but upon proceeding, my brakes were not operating and i was cited for failure to yield. the results were three automobiles damaged for over $6,000. *ak
11/15/1998
 Ongoing problem with abs sensor light remaining on. vehicle taken to independent repair shop. but, they could not find anything wrong, except the abs light staying on. dealer was not contacted at this time. *ak
1
 Abs fail intermittently. *mjs
110/01/1992
 Anti lock brakes do not activate properly, delayed and then slam on. *mjs
01/01/1999
 Rear abs brakes locking up whenever the weather is wet or damp. vehicle been in /out of dealer shop, and problem is still occurring. can nhtsa help in this matter.*ak
10/12/1992
 When driving at any speed and applying the brakes, they are going straight to the floorboard, and not stopping the vehicle. consumer has to use the parking brake to stop the vehicle. *ak
 When the brakes are applied on this vehicle the vehicle will come to a complete stop and suddenly release and lock back up all while the pedal is still being applied. dealer has been contacted. *ak
 When applying the abs brakes the pedal travels to the floor, causing extended stopping distance. also the brakes pulsate upon application, cause unknown. please give any further details. *ak
05/05/1997
 Abs brake problems; intermittently when depressing the brakes pedal travels close to the floorboard and the brake system lock ups. this happens on regular road conditions. the abs warninng light comes on for a couple of minutes then goes off. mechanic not able to correct the prolbem. *ak
10/01/1997110/01/1996
 Anti-lock brake system failed several times, once causing accident.
08/01/199411/20/1992
 Abs brake system failed to stop vehicle while in reverse, vehicle accelerated out of control, resulting in a collision with a tree. previous to accident, brakes exhibited intermittent fading during normal use. *ak'
01/01/19933
 Owner has abs brakes. when the abs brake light comes on vehicle must be cut off, and restarted to reset abs brakes. also vehicle fails to slow down when brakes are applied. dealers finds no fault with abs brakes. *ak consumer states this has been an ongoing problem, pedal gives way and it is difficult to stop vehicle. *slc
 While driving at approx 5-10 mph abs light will come on, usually happens in the morning. will go to apply brakes , brakes will not respond. vehicle than will begin to slide, takes about couple seconds for brakes to grab. *ak
09/01/1997
 Upon making a gradual stop on dry pavement the pedal travels to the floorboard the vehicle will surge forward, causing extended stopping distance. *ak
09/11/1997
 Received recall notice (#92v18500) & called dealer for appointment. took vehicle in. after arriving, was informed that parts were not available. *ak
08/01/1994
 Abs brake system failed to stop vehicle while in reverse. vehicle went out of control, resulting in a collision with tree, causing extensive damage to vehicle. previous to collision, brakes exhibited intermittent fading during normal use. *ak
01/01/199709/24/1992
 Upon stepping on the brakes, brake pedal would go all the way to floor and vehicle wouldn't stop; a grinding noise would come from the brakes and finally vehicle would come to a sudden stop. *ak
02/01/1997
 When allowing force to the brake pedal the vehcle will continue to move, causing exetended stopping distance. also, the abs light stays illuminated on the dash. consumer has contacted the dealer. *ak
05/28/1997
 With foot on brake put vehicle in drive, removed foot from brake, vehicle shot backward, throttle wide open. hit vehiclele behind , vehicle then shot forward with throttle still open . applied the brakes, but they would not hold because throttle was still open. put vehicle in park which slowed vehicle down. pulled on emergency brake which also slowed vehicle down and managed to stop. dealer said they can't find anything wrong with vehicle. *ak
 When applying the abs brakes the pedal will travel to the floor, causing extended stopping distance. dealer replaced abs sensor and harness, and also the codes were reset. please give further details. *ak
0
 The abs light comes on whenever hitting a bump in the road at any speed. please describe details. *ak
06/01/1996104/01/1992
 Antilock brakes failed 3 times.
 Consumer states that when she applies the brakes on normal road conditions there's grinding noise, the car accelerates then the brakes grab. the system has abs. brake calipers and pads replaced in spring of 96.
05/06/1996207/01/1994
 Abs brake let loose after applying them, also replaced the wiring harness twice. *ak
07/07/19967
 Antilock brakes failed/under 3 to 5 mph the system trys to reset the brakes, causing the brakes to unlock/relock. *sd
06/03/19961
 Abs brakes; upon application brakes fade on one occasion pedal went to floor, v ehicle lost control, resultin gin an accident. *ak
 Abs warning light comes on every two to three months, have to replace pads each time. *ak
01/01/19931
 Abs automatically release when making u-turn at 5 - 10 mph or when passing over ridges on road. *dsh
 Abs brakes; on occasions when applying brakes pedal goes to floor w/delay in response. brake shoes/pads replaced (3) sets. please describe details. tt
310/08/1992
 Abs brakes; on occasions when applying brakes pedal goes to floor w/delay in response. brake shoes/pads replaced (3) sets.tt also power steering is whining, shift indicator was replaced, consumer states it was difficult taking gear out of park and putting in reverse, front end alignment was performed.*jb
10/18/1995
 Abs light came on intermittently, and experienced brake pedal fading, once resulting in accident. tt
 The abs system at low speeds activates and grabs and lets go and there are no brakes at low speeds. please describe. tt
 Anti lock brakes go out-have partial braking ability. tt
08/01/1995
 Abs system failure, abs light came on, total loss of braking. tt
08/22/1995
 The abs system on the car is faulty. it will start to stop the car it will release and there will be no brakes present. please describe. tt
 Abs, brake failure, while driving extended stopping distance, when vehicle in reverse impact 6:00 position. tt
05/01/1995
 Abs ,brake failure loss of effectiveness, and lockup. tt
05/18/1995
 The braking system does not work properly, when applying the brakes it goes to the floor, until you pump them, then you regain braking capability. tt
03/30/19951
 Abs brake intermittently failed while driving, pedal hard all the time and then go soft, then the brake will lockup, need valve. tt
08/01/19942
 Abs system failure, replaced system twice. tt
SERVICE BRAKES, HYDRAULIC - ANTILOCK - ABS WARNING LIGHT
1
 Abs light goes on irregularly, for no apparent reason. yh
10/28/199806/01/1996
 After starting the car, the abs and brake light will stay on. they won't go off until restarting the car several times./ when pulling away from a stop the car will jump forward and a loud bang can be felt and heard from the rear of the car./ when the turn signal is on or when making a turn, the high beams can n0t be turned on or off./ the car will not stay in alignment. i have replaced several sets of tires due to this. the ride is extremely rough!/ the paint is just peeling right off the car. any time any moisture gets on the car, the paint just comes right off./ the gas guage is way off. when it reads half a tank it is really at just about 2 gallons. note: it is a 12.5 gallon tank.
06/19/19951
 Abs warning light/brake lights go on/off. tt
09/22/19942
 Abs light comes on until after vehicle is re-started, also brakes lock up and brake pedal fades. *skd
SERVICE BRAKES, HYDRAULIC - ANTILOCK - CONTROL UNIT/MODULE
02/15/1996
 Involved in recall 92v2185000, dealer replaced stop light switch and corrected wiring, abs sensor has failed in the right hand wheel caused by recall repairs.
SERVICE BRAKES, HYDRAULIC - FOUNDATION COMPONENTS
03/01/1998101/01/1998
 Brakes failed.
04/03/19953
 Repeated brake failures. *aw
08/11/1995
 Brake system failure, intermittently the brake pedal goes to the ground. tt
SERVICE BRAKES, HYDRAULIC - FOUNDATION COMPONENTS - DISC
02/16/1996
 During left hand turning maneuvers vehicle exhibits a loss of brakes. *ak
SERVICE BRAKES, HYDRAULIC - FOUNDATION COMPONENTS - DISC - CALIPER
 Consumer states that when she applies the brakes on normal road conditions there's grinding noise, the car accelerates then the brakes grab. the system has abs. brake calipers and pads replaced in spring of 96.
SERVICE BRAKES, HYDRAULIC - FOUNDATION COMPONENTS - DISC - PADS
 Consumer states that when she applies the brakes on normal road conditions there's grinding noise, the car accelerates then the brakes grab. the system has abs. brake calipers and pads replaced in spring of 96.
310/08/1992
 Abs brakes; on occasions when applying brakes pedal goes to floor w/delay in response. brake shoes/pads replaced (3) sets.tt also power steering is whining, shift indicator was replaced, consumer states it was difficult taking gear out of park and putting in reverse, front end alignment was performed.*jb
 Abs brakes; on occasions when applying brakes pedal goes to floor w/delay in response. brake shoes/pads replaced (3) sets. please describe details. tt
02/27/19956
 Brake pads on front replaced 6 times. tt
SERVICE BRAKES, HYDRAULIC - FOUNDATION COMPONENTS - DISC - ROTOR
02/27/19951
 Brake rotor replaced once. tt
SERVICE BRAKES, HYDRAULIC - FOUNDATION COMPONENTS - DRUM - SHOES/LININGS
310/08/1992
 Abs brakes; on occasions when applying brakes pedal goes to floor w/delay in response. brake shoes/pads replaced (3) sets.tt also power steering is whining, shift indicator was replaced, consumer states it was difficult taking gear out of park and putting in reverse, front end alignment was performed.*jb
01/17/19931
 Brake shoes are crystalized, no response from anti lock braking system when applying the brakes. this only happens when turning to the left. tt
SERVICE BRAKES, HYDRAULIC - FOUNDATION COMPONENTS - MASTER CYLINDER
07/17/19947
 Brake master cylinder failed, causing accident. *aw
SERVICE BRAKES, HYDRAULIC - SWITCHES - BRAKE WARNING
12/01/1992150001
 I contacted chevrolet about my 1992 corsicas inoperative brake stop lamp switch. i was contacted by a representative. he asked me for the vehicle vin and then told me that it was not included in the recall. i never received the recall info in the first place and have not seen a recall for the switch that only included certain cars. my cars brake lights are inoperative like that described in the recall. should i not be included. kenneth j. starr kjajmcstarr@comcast.net. *ak