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Contact stated when stepping on the brakes the car jumped all over the road and it will not stop. It bounced around uncontrollably. Contact noticed this problem with less than 3,000 miles on it in 1999. The dealer told contact that it was the brakes on and he had brakes on the changed. But, problem recurred as long as brakes were on. When contact had the ABS brakes disconnected problem disappeared.
Consumer stated he experienced intermittent problems with the ABS warning light for over 16 months before the problem was actually dianosed as being a failed ABS module, consumer stated there would also be a popping noise when the brakes were being applied.
Vehicle, when loaded to gvw, does not have adequate brakes, front wheels lock, long stopping distances, especially on slippery surfaces. Brake pedal requires excessive foot pressure.
While pressing on brakes, vehicle fails to stop, causing extended stopping distance. Vehicle also pulls to left or right when applying brakes. Dealer has been notified. The manufacturer says that the heavy weight of the vehicle caused the brake problem. Also, rough roads confuse the computer resulting in brake pedal going to the floor.
Consumer stated he experienced intermittent problems with the ABS warning light for over 16 months before the problem was actually dianosed as being a failed ABS module, consumer stated there would also be a popping noise when the brakes were being applied.
- Mt Home, ID, USA
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I have had the front brakes replaced 3 times and the rear brakes replaced 2 times. These repairs were all done within the 3 year, 36,000 mile bumper to bumper warranty. Soon after the warranty ended, the brakes failed again. I brought the truck to the dealer and they stated the truck was fine. This is in no way a true statement. Each time I have brought the vehicle in for these brake problems, they have replaced the brakes and have agreed there was a problem. The last time they have wanted nothing to do with it. There also was a recall for the rear brakes.
Brake rotors repeatedly warp. First time, dealer covered under warranty at 12937 miles. Second time, dealer claims that warranty repairs for brakes are not covered after 12000 miles. Air conditioner totally failed last summer--so far working ok.
Intermittently when applying brakes pedal becomes hard, resulting in extended stopping distance. Dealer has inspected and repaired vehicle several times, and problem still occurs.
The ABS system was experiencing problems at 10,000 when the light would come on, vehicle was serviced several times due to the brakes locking up on occasions while driving, the ABS system failed resulting in loss of control and collision with fence.
Every 20,000 miles rotors went out. Front end bounced around, and stopping distance had increased. This was the 3rd time that rotors wore out. Dealer said it was because of improper braking.
The ABS system was experiencing problems at 10,000 when the light would come on, vehicle was serviced several times due to the brakes locking up on occasions while driving, the ABS system failed resulting in loss of control and collision with fence.
Consumer was traveling 35mph on highway and brakes locked up in front of an intersection. He went to apply brakes and vehicle didn't stop. Has ABS braking system. Also, all four tires were turning.
When driving & starting to brake, brakes would pulsate & vibrate. Took vehicle to dealer & mechanic indicated brake rotors & shoes were inadequate for vehicle. The rotors were warping, and were turned. Calipers & shoes were replaced. Problem still exists. Rotors/calipers & shoes were replaced again for the 4th time. Heat from size of truck would warp rotors. Dealer was ording heavy duty brake rotors/ calipers & shoes.
Consumer was traveling about 30pmh on highway. As he was approaching the light, went to apply brake the pedal, and pedal went all the way down to floor. There were no brakes, and consumer ran into another vehicle. There were no injuries. Vehicle has been to the dealership, and mechanic told consumer that the brake line needed to be replaced.
While driving at a low rate of speed, going around curve, consumer applied brakes and steering locked up. Lost control, causing vehicle to hit guardrail.
From delivery, ABS and check engine light intermittantly stay on. El;ectrical system sometimes 'stumbles' and looses voltage... as if it is going to stall.. then it corrects itself until the next time driving is very difficult at times due to poor front shock/spring setup.. must fight to keep on road at times. I have had to place 500 lb. Weight in rear to improve this somewhat.
While driving down the road experienced excessive braking fading and vibration. Contacted dealers, who stated that brakes could not could not be fixed, and wouldn't be fixed.
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- Tallapoosa, GA, USA