NHTSA — Service Brakes, Hydraulic: Antilock/Traction Control/Electronic Limited Slip: Control Unit/Module Problems

2.2

hardly worth mentioning
Crashes / Fires:
0 / 0
Injuries / Deaths:
0 / 0
Average Mileage:
70,000 miles

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1997 Buick Park Avenue brakes problems

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1997 Buick Park Avenue Owner Comments

problem #1

Jul 152006

Park Avenue 6-cyl

  • Automatic transmission
  • 70,000 miles

A D V E R T I S E M E N T S

: the contact stated that the vehicle's traction control and ABS lights illuminated. The traction control engaged and the ABS brakes cycled for no reason causing a grinding sound to appear from the transmission. A certified mechanic performed diagnostic testing determining there was a defect pertaining to the electronic brake and tract control module. Information was also found online regarding recalls that matched vehicle's symptoms. The manufacturer and dealer were alerted who determined that the VIN did not included in the recall.

- Parlin, NJ, USA

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