This data is from the NHTSA — the US gov't agency tasked with vehicle safety. Complaints are spread across multiple & redundant categories, & are not organized by problem.
So how do you find out what problems are occurring? For this NHTSA complaint data, the only way is to read through the comments below. Any duplicates or errors? It's not us.
When the brakes were applied the pedal went to the floor and vehicle continued to move. The owner has had the calipers/rear pads/front pads and the rotors replaced. The dealer will be notified.
When braking under heavy loads the vehicle pulls to the right, also when applying force to make a sudden or gradual stop the pedal gets very soft, causing extended stopping distance.
When brakes are applied in sudden stop the vehicle pulls to one side and feel spongy. The dealer has not been notified. Owner has taken vehicle to an independent mechanic.
When driving in wet conditions and applying foot to the brake pedal, it will take a couple of seconds longer before the brakes will sto. Also, when having to make an extremely sudden stop the brakes will not stop the truck.
Owner has ABS brakes, ABS light comes on when brakes are applied. Also brake pedal goes to floor of vehicle. ABS brake module has been replaced, but did not correct problem.
Whenever applying the ABS brakes, there would be a grinding sound. The pedal goes to the floor. The vehicle stops further along then it suppose to. Its ongoing problem, but intermittent.
When the vehicle has a load, when pressure is applied the vehicle locks up. The pedal goes to the floor and the vehicle will not stop. Owner had to stop the vehicle by using the emergency brake. The manufacturer has been notified. Consumer states this occurs when making fast stops with no load, problem occurs on smooth surfaces on regular roads.
ABS: Under hard braking, braking system does not respond under pressure. Vehicle continues to move, as if no brakes, dry and wet pavement, various speeds. According to dealer, no braking problem.
Brakes squeal continuously while driving. If pressure is applied total noise reduction. Dealer's comments: Poor driving handling ability. Number of replacements three.
When applying the ABS brakes at low speeds, the pedal goes to the floor and the brakes fail to stop the vehicle. Dealer informed consumer that this occurred because of the way she drove.
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- Amsterdam, NY, USA