We found the following complaints for CHEVROLET SUBURBAN (1992)
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The vehicle was involved in a frontal collision, and none of the air bags deployed. The driver suffered injuries.
Battery fluid leaked from the side positive post, down the battery cable, causing cable to corrode and separate, resulting in a total electrical failure.tt
Alternator seized and caught fire under the hood due to inadequate size bearing and friction from belt that ignited the internal wiring.
When i bought the truck used (85000 mls)it had a bad front end idler link and a bad a/c clutch bearing. Not long after i bought it i had to replace the alternator. I also noticed that the brakes didn't stop the vehicle like they should and i was scared to let my wife drive it because of the spongy brakes. I took it in several times to different shops and also the dealer to have them look at the brakes and was always told that the brakes on this model were just that way. I put new rotors and pads on the front and new rear drums and shoes and repeatedly bled the system with slight improvement. It acts as though there is a restriction in the brake line to both front and rear. It acts as though they designed the thing not to stop quickly. I unplugged the motor to the abs so that at least it would squeal a tire. The lack of sure low speed stops has caused 2 near miss accidents and 1 t bone which has raised our insurance rates. I have learned to drive the thing anticipating stops and prebraking. I went to the dealer and just like with the windshield wiper circuit board that shorted out when it gets wet they told me that for my specific model there were no recalls and they refused to look at it. To add insult to injury last week they sent us a mailer saying that they would replace my brake pedal with a different one to give me a "better feel". That won't do me much good if i'm stuck under a bus!!!!! i have a vehicle which has substandard brakes, which were designed that way and they won't do a [xxx] thing about them. I like a lot of things about the truck but the brakes suck big time.information redacted pursuant to the freedom of information act (foia), 5 u.s.c. 552(b)(6).
The brakes have always been mushy. I understsand that abs will respond differently to emergency brakeing than "normal" brakes but this thing is a real adventure to drive when you've got to make panic stops.it seems to resist your foot the harder you push the less braking you feel.the front left wheel bearing module went out which caused the disk brake to grab and both front tires to wear very badly. The electric wiper control went out becauset the control box is in the engine compartment and got wet. Dah! the drag link bushing rusted out because the grease fitting was apparently inaccessable to service and never got any grease. The radiator began leaking at 90000 mls. At which time i ran a stop leak product in it which stopped it so far. The waterpump went out at 110,000 mls and the alternator at 95000 mls. Brakes are biggest concern!!!!!
An alleged malfunction in the alternator, resulting in an engine compartment fire ea94-029a.
Vehicle will stall when driving long distances,also anti-lock brakes failed, pedal went low to the floor, rearend another vehicle.
Vehicle surges between 30 to 40 mph little response from brakes.diagnosis defective piece in starter motor.tt
No summary listed for above vehicle.
Electrical short caused fuse for rear defogger/clock/radio/courtesy lights to blow out.
Water pump failed, causing leakage.
The brakes have always been mushy. I understsand that abs will respond differently to emergency brakeing than "normal" brakes but this thing is a real adventure to drive when you've got to make panic stops.it seems to resist your foot the harder you push the less braking you feel.the front left wheel bearing module went out which caused the disk brake to grab and both front tires to wear very badly. The electric wiper control went out becauset the control box is in the engine compartment and got wet. Dah! the drag link bushing rusted out because the grease fitting was apparently inaccessable to service and never got any grease. The radiator began leaking at 90000 mls. At which time i ran a stop leak product in it which stopped it so far. The waterpump went out at 110,000 mls and the alternator at 95000 mls. Brakes are biggest concern!!!!!
Five radiators were replaced in 6 years.
Engine cylinder head leaked coolant outside engine. Also, radiator leaks due to poor original construction by general motors.
Engine is rattling, excessive noise, replaced engine three times.tt
Engine cylinder head leaked coolant outside engine. Also, radiator leaks due to poor original construction by general motors.
Engine runs roughc/performs sluggishly.
Vehicle fire.
Air conditioner does not cool well due to air conditioner belt being routed wrong.
Climate control wire behind glove box caught fire also cc module overheats/shorts w/o tripping circuit fuse.
Turn signals occasionally blink rapidly due to open in switch caused by damaged wiring.
Transmission failed prior to/after recall repairs, resulting in a fire (93v-016).
Transmission rear seal leaking, dealer adivised seal was replaced with the wrong year 95 seal.husband replaced with right 92 seal.still leaking.also the master cylinder is knocking loud noise.seems like it is going out.when i drive 35 miles or more brakes temporarily fails.and, the electrical system works temporarily on the right passenger side window.
While vehicle was being drivendriver experienced a loss of power. After pulling to the side of the highway,driver sawsmoke and fire coming from the back of vehicle..fire was put out by the fire department. Fire believed to have started in the transmission area. The truck has been totalled. Please provide any further details.
Right side rear axle petrudes outward one quater of an inch from backing plate.second incident:26-sep-97mileage :87,000noticeable ridge of brake shoes.
When i bought the truck used (85000 mls)it had a bad front end idler link and a bad a/c clutch bearing. Not long after i bought it i had to replace the alternator. I also noticed that the brakes didn't stop the vehicle like they should and i was scared to let my wife drive it because of the spongy brakes. I took it in several times to different shops and also the dealer to have them look at the brakes and was always told that the brakes on this model were just that way. I put new rotors and pads on the front and new rear drums and shoes and repeatedly bled the system with slight improvement. It acts as though there is a restriction in the brake line to both front and rear. It acts as though they designed the thing not to stop quickly. I unplugged the motor to the abs so that at least it would squeal a tire. The lack of sure low speed stops has caused 2 near miss accidents and 1 t bone which has raised our insurance rates. I have learned to drive the thing anticipating stops and prebraking. I went to the dealer and just like with the windshield wiper circuit board that shorted out when it gets wet they told me that for my specific model there were no recalls and they refused to look at it. To add insult to injury last week they sent us a mailer saying that they would replace my brake pedal with a different one to give me a "better feel". That won't do me much good if i'm stuck under a bus!!!!! i have a vehicle which has substandard brakes, which were designed that way and they won't do a [xxx] thing about them. I like a lot of things about the truck but the brakes suck big time.information redacted pursuant to the freedom of information act (foia), 5 u.s.c. 552(b)(6).
Noisy driveshaft.
Right front seat belt occasionally twists, causing it to get stuck.
Upon impact, during a frontal crash, driver's shoulder/lap belt failed to retract.tt
During side impact, approx. 35mph right front, upon impact passenger shoulder/lap belt fail to retract.tt
The drivers side shoulder belt does not restrain and is very loose. Tt
Rear lap seat beltsbroke in middle row of back seats. Took to dealer to be fixed, then part broke again, and currentlydealer is refusing to fix any of them.
Driver's seat frame/floor has broken; seat back has also broken.
When brakes were applied,the brakes locked up,pulling the vehicle to the left,an inspection by my mechanic ,revealed that the abs system was not fuctioning correctly.
About two years ago driving through a puddle of water my check abs system light suddenly came on.when my brakes were serviced, not by a dealer, i was told that my brakes were working but that the antilock brakes were not.we were told that it would cost over a thousand dollars to fix the computer chip in the brake system.since we did not have the money for that and we were told that our brakes were working properly (not the antilock), we have never taken it in to be replaced.we have not had an accident because of this problem, only "almost" accidents.we do, though, seem to have to have our brakes worked on very often because of one thing or another.i read about the recall and wanted to report this to you for your records.i hope that the manufacturer of our vehicle will repair this problem for us without charge before an accident does happen, as apparently this is a manufacturer defect.your help is greatly appreciated.thank you.
On wet pavement, abs malfuncioned while braking and struck vehicle in front of him.
Consumer states while driving vehicleon wet surface the brake pedal will go to the floor causing the vehicle to have extended stopping distance. *nlm
Antilock brakes failed, causing wheels to lock. *sd
When applying the abs brakes in a panic stop situation, there is an extended amount of braking distance.cause unknown.
While applying the brakes they started pulsating and pulling to the right. Dealer has been contacted.
Anti lock brakes failed, resulting in an accident, master cylinder replaced, however failures still occur.
While driving the truck applied the brakes and the pedal went to the floor, not allowing the truck to stop. This has happened several times. Also the truck has extended stopping distance while the brakes are applied.
Owner has abs brake system, upon using the brakes owner had total brake failure.he notes that the abs light stayed on after brakes were used and did not go out.
While driving 65mph heard & felt a bumping againstvehicle. Stopped & checked vehicle. Noticed tires were blistered & tread was pulling from the casing. Both front & rear tires were showing tread problems. Not positive if original tires at time of purchasewere used. Also,abs brake light comes on and stays.when braking vehicle would pull immediately to the left. Vehicle was controllable.
Poor brake performance.when applying the brakes, especially during wet weather the brakes grab and let go.
When the brakes are applied in an emergency stop the pedal goes to the floor, resulting in extended stopping distance. The dealer has inspected the vehicle.
We have had an ongoing problem with the anti lock brakes making a loud groaning sound.this typically occurs right after we start the engine and then seems to go away.it will also occur when we go over a bump with the brakes engaged.i reported this to the dealer(s) when we first got the vehicle and they could not find anything wrong.on jan 15, 1999 i was following a car who stopped at a yellow signal light.when i appliedthe brakes,there was a loud "groan" and i believe the pedal went to floor.i had adequate room to stop, but the brakes seemed to just not work properly.when i went out this morning to checkthe brakes, they felt spongy and then finally got a normal feel again.i believe that there is a problem with the anti-lock brakes on this vehicle.fortunately the accident was relatively minor; however,i believe that gm should fix both my vehicles brakes, and take care of the damage on the other car.i will be out of town until the 26th of january.
Poor performance of the abs brake pea95-023 caused consumer to have an accident.tt
On any slick road surfaces at speed of 10 miles per hour , when the brakes were applied to come to a complete stop at stopsign.the antilock brake system kicked in. The antilock brake light and the brake light turn on in the control panel.the antilock brake system is supposed to readjust itself automatically ina few seconds after it has been deployed.but my vehicle does not do this.this is the second incident that the antilock brake systemhas kicked inwithin a six months period since the vehicle was purchased.the first incident involved a completely different scenario.the first time the roads were slick and the vehicle was being driven on the highway at about 55 mph.another vehicle was entering the highway at a high rate of speed, despite the slick road conditions. This vehicle hit a slick spot on the highway and slide complete across the three lane highway, inwhich i was traveling on the farthest lane.there were about 4 other cars that had to slam on their brakes and basically come to a complete stop in order to avoid the vehicle that was skidding through the highway.my antilock brakes kicked in with a loud thug. And the antilock light and brake light came on too.but it never readjusted itself after this incident.the vehicle hadto be taken into repair to reset the abs.the first time happened in july 1999 and was repaired in early august.this second incident did not warrent the abs to kick in.i believe that the abs are overly sensitiveand need to be reprogramed. I heard on a news report that the chevrolet suburban was being recalled for its faulty abs brakes from 1999 through 1992.however, i have been unable to confirm that the 1992 chevrolet suburbanis being recalled for this problem.the dealership that i called about repairs said the recall was for vehicles starting in 1994, not 1992.i would like to get this resolved . Please let me know the results. Thank you.
Consumer has been experiencing problems with anitlock brakes. When driver applied brakes during inclement weather, vehicle skidded.on dry pavement, and/or during low speeds, it is difficult to stop.the manufacturer has yet to be contacted. *ml
When starting the vehicle in the morning and backing out of driveway andputtingfoot on the brakes, they lock up.also when driving and in normal stopping the anti-lock brakes start functioning, and the brake pedal goes to the floor.
When applying the brakes the vehicle would not stop. Dealer said owner was driving wrong.
Has abs brakes,brakes failed, causing extended stopping distance and vehicle would not stop.also, replaced front disc brake pads twice.
Abs failed to stop vehicle from crashing into another vehicle.
#pe95-023 poor performance of the abs anti-lock brake system .tt
Anti-lock brakes failed twice, resulting in loss of control/one accident.*skd
Abs system failure, partial loss of braking while driving.tt
Ab, brake failure, when driving at any speed when abs kick in, wheel by wheel kicks in,cauisng extended stopping distance . Ea 95-026.
This vehicle has a tremendously long stopping distance, especially in the wet. One dealer says there is nothing wrong; the other says to try a new antilock unit. They say it might help but if it doesn't make any difference it is non-returnable. It will cost @ $1000 just to trial and error a fix for a serioussafety defect.
Anti-lock brake system failed.
Brake problems.
Abs system failure, total loss of brakes causing accident.tt
When on a slight incline & applying the brakes, brakes would hold vehicle.when not on an incline brakes fail to stop or grab, causing extended stopping distances. Had not taken to dealer.
Abs: when applying brakes, anti lock system will kick in, actually making loud noises; vehicle fails to slow down; pulls to left; brakes wear out prematurely.
While making a sudden stop, the vehical experienced extended stoping distance, resulting in anaccident.
While driving the brakes have failed number of five times, and the master cylinder has been replaced twice within 20000 miles, this is the abs brakes.
While driving the brakes have failed number of five times, and the master cylinder has been replaced twice within 20000 miles, this is the abs brakes.
On several occasions when absbrakes are applied pedal has no pressure and allows truck to go through intersection.this also occurs when pulling a trailer.please describe details.
Abs braking system is defective. However,braking system works.so when traveling in snow or ice and making a sudden stopabs sytem takes longer.
Abs braking problems.please describe.tt
Poor abs brake performance. The pedal went to the floor, and complete brake failure was experienced, resulting in an accident.
Abs braking problems.please describe.tt
Driving in wet weather the abs anti-lock brake system fail .tt
Anti lock brakes lock up and caused vehicle to skid on several occasions.
While driving vehicle about 35 mph the consumer tried to slow down and the brakes locked up. The brakes grabbed when the shouldn't, according to the consumer .
When the brakes are applied the pedal goes to the floor , resulting in extended stopping distances, causing thevehicle to collide. The dealer hasbeen notified.
Abs system failure, poor brake performance with the abs.tt
Abs braking problem.please describe.tt
When applying the abs brakes on wet or dry pavement the pedal will travel to the floor, causing extended stopping distance. Dealer has not identified any problem.please give any further details.
The abs continues to go out.please give more details.
Applied the abs brakes and vehicle would not stop,so when started pumping the brakes the vehicle came to a stop,ea 95 026.
While driving vehicle, applied abs brakes; vehicle failed to stop like it suppose to. Brake pedal wentto the floor. Problem only intermittent. On one occasion vehiclehit city bus in rear. Subsequently, while driving on gravel detour road, brakes grabbed, causing vehicle to fishtail. Repairman indicated valve failed on abs control.
Upon applying the abs brakes, there is vibration and the vehicle pulls to the leftdue to rotors separating from mounting hub caused by corrosion.
Antilock brakes fail to stop vehicle on wet roads. *dsh
Abs: while coming down hill, applied brakes,pedal went to floor, few seconds later,brakes were up and working again,no warning, pumped brakes about 3 times, no effect,wet pavement.
Anti-lock brakes failed, causing a collision.
Driving the truck down the road and a vehicle stopped in front of the truck, and when applyingfoot to the brake pedal to stop the truck, the truck just kept going. The truck rear ended the back of the vehicle that was in front.
Abs braking system failed while traveling on icy road,causing extended stopping distance which nearly caused an accident.pleasegive furtherdetails.
While driving vehicle about any mph between 10 and 20 the brakes will not work and consumer won't be able to stop the vehicle because brakes failed.this problem happened all the time, according to consumer.vehicle was taken to dealer,and they said it was no problem with the brakes, and send consumer back home.
Brakes lock up intermittently, and you can hear the abs motor pack cycling.
Abs brake system locking intermittently, replaced brake liner.ttwhen road is wet, brakes might lock on all four wheels, vehicle enters uncontrolled skid, anti-lock dash light does not light toindicate system failure, condition does nothappen every time, dealer has checked system repeatedly and has stated system is operating as normal, front brakes have een replaced twice in one year, left side view mirror had to be replaced.
Anti-lock brakes experience extended stopping distance, resulting in an accident.
Antilock brakes failed, causing accident.
Abs brakes failed twice, resulting in collisions.
While driving vehicle about 45 mph the consumer tried to stop vehicle the brakes did not respond for about 3 to 4 second,according to consumer .
The abs brake light illuminated, indicating malfunction within the system.took the vehicle to the dealer who replaced the master cylinder which did not remedy the problem.
Owner has abs brakes.brakes do not operate properly in panic stops. Brake pedal must be pushed down with force to stop vehicle. Also, there is noise in abs when brakes are applied.
Apllied the brakes and the pedal went to the floor.this does not happen all the time, just somrtimes. When this does happen the truck has extended stoppong distance.
When the brakes wereappliedpedal went to the floor, resulting in extended stopping distance, causing a collision. Dealer has been notified.
Brakes: when driving the vehicle pulled to the left or right side whilebraking. Rear brakes locked up, had to do front brake job every four to six months.
Vehicle's abs braking system became inoperative,it had a skidding effect on the road,then pedal went to floor,a loud noise was heard.the driver lost brake control and hit car in front.
Abs braking system malfunctioned, causing extended stopping distance which resulted in a crash. The brake manufacturer is aware of the problem but has yet to fix it. *ml
Anti-lock brakes fail intermittently, causing loss of control, due to faulty computer in the abs unit.
On two occasions the consumer has slammed on brakes abruptly, the brake pedal went to the floor and the anti lock brakes failed, dealer checked but said they looked fine.nlm
Abs system failure, intermittent failure of the abs system.tt
Abs system failure, excessive wear on the brakes, replaced rotors, and pads.tt
Abs system fails to operate resulting in brake pedal going to floor, complete loss of braking, and a loud squealing noise from the unit.in prior incidents to 2-12-99, vehicle has been put up on curb and homeowner's front lawn to avoid rear end collisions.on 2-12-99 rearended a pickup truck that stopped suddenly in front of me.had at least 50 feet of stopping distance.when chevrolet dealer was questioned about suburban abs problem, owner was told problem does not exist.system is supposed to act like it does and squeal is normal.unless abs light comes on, it is not vehicle error.master cylinder has been replaced on vehicle, but dangerous situation continues to persist.
Abs malfunction.
Owner pressed on the brakesand they didn't respond the first time after he pressed the brakes, more than once they then responded.
When the brakes are applied the pedal goes to the floor, resulting in extended stopping distance.owner states that when the vehiclewas taken in for repairof the brakes , the owner was informed that thecalipers were defective.the dealer has not been notified.
Abs braking system activates soft pedal pressure occurs.tt
Failed abs impacts braking action - increased stopping distance, soft pedal. Sets trouble code 63. Definite safety hazard. 4wd abs installed on 2wd vehicle at factory. Understand that recall to replace correct abs may be pending.
When applying the brakes the pedal goes to the floor and vehicle did not stop. Dealer replaced abs.
On two occasions the consumer has slammed on brakes abruptly, the brake pedal went to the floor and the anti lock brakes failed, dealer checked but said they looked fine.nlm
Abs brakes; system doesn't have adequate braking. Please describe details.tt
Antilock brakes failed, causing accident. *sd
Abs brake failed, causing accident resulting in injury.tt
Abs, brake failure, ea95-026 active, continues to have brake failure,in for repairs four times,vehicle continues to pull to right or left, impact 12:00 position 20mph, applied brakes pedal went to floor, extended stopping distance.
When attempting to make asudden stop when traveling on wet pavement consumer experienced extended stopping distance. Consumer has contacted the dealer, dealer has yet to replace any parts. Please provide any further details.
Abs brakes failed, causing accident. *dsh
Abs braking problems. Ttabs failed and caused accident, consumer stated that previously when abs has failed, he was able to jump curbs to avoid an accident, however this time he hit a vehicle in front of him.
Another vehicle stopped at stop sign, chevrolet driver hit brakes, vehicle kept going, did not stop until rearended vehicle in front, was approx. Fifty feet away when braking. Took vehicle to dealership.
While driving the vehicle consumer tried to make a sudden stop. Pressed the brake pedal to the floorboard, the vehicle continued to still travel. Consumer tried press the brake pedal again, the vehicle stopped.
While driving 35 mph the defective abs braking system failed, caused the pedal to the floor and extended stopping distance which caused an accident.
While driving on highway abs brakes kicked in on dry pavement unexpectedly, and extended stopping distance 50 percent.contact dealer.
When driving the truck andputting foot on the brake pedal, pedal just goes to the floorboard.
#pe95-023 when applying the brake it doesn't stop it slows the truck down .tt
Brakes sometimes do not respond when driver applies them , she has to press the pedal more than once to get the brakes to respond.
When i bought the truck used (85000 mls)it had a bad front end idler link and a bad a/c clutch bearing. Not long after i bought it i had to replace the alternator. I also noticed that the brakes didn't stop the vehicle like they should and i was scared to let my wife drive it because of the spongy brakes. I took it in several times to different shops and also the dealer to have them look at the brakes and was always told that the brakes on this model were just that way. I put new rotors and pads on the front and new rear drums and shoes and repeatedly bled the system with slight improvement. It acts as though there is a restriction in the brake line to both front and rear. It acts as though they designed the thing not to stop quickly. I unplugged the motor to the abs so that at least it would squeal a tire. The lack of sure low speed stops has caused 2 near miss accidents and 1 t bone which has raised our insurance rates. I have learned to drive the thing anticipating stops and prebraking. I went to the dealer and just like with the windshield wiper circuit board that shorted out when it gets wet they told me that for my specific model there were no recalls and they refused to look at it. To add insult to injury last week they sent us a mailer saying that they would replace my brake pedal with a different one to give me a "better feel". That won't do me much good if i'm stuck under a bus!!!!! i have a vehicle which has substandard brakes, which were designed that way and they won't do a [xxx] thing about them. I like a lot of things about the truck but the brakes suck big time.information redacted pursuant to the freedom of information act (foia), 5 u.s.c. 552(b)(6).
Pe95-023 active, abs, brake failure over heating front brakes causing loss of effectiveness.tt
Abs brakes; when applying the brakes in normal conditions, the pedal goes to the floor, and the brakes failed to stop the vehicle.please provide further details.
Abs does not stop my suburban when system activated.the vehicle takes a lot longer to stop.i have talked to the dealer and several brake shops and they claim this phenomenon is normal.this problem has caused 4 near misses and one accident.i just want to know how to get it corrected before we get in a serious accident.
The abs brake system does not operate properly. When traveling downhill and braking,abs brakes are not effective.
Ongoing / intermittent problem with abs system activating by itself, and causing brake system to fail.dealer inspected vehicle and informed consumer that the cost of repairs would be at consumer's expense of approximately $1300.00. Seeking help from nhtsa in this matter.
When appyling the abs brakes on wet pavement the pedal will travel to the floor, causing extended stopping distance which nearly caused a collision to occur.consumer states this has also occurred when approaching a light at an intersection, dealer can not find any problems.
Brakes slip during a normal stopping,causingextended stopping distance.dealer has yet to be contacted.
Poor performance of the abs brake system ea95-023 brakes lock up.tt
Abs brake pressure modulator failed.
Abs locked up/failed, pedal went to the floor, causing extended stopping distance.
Abs braking problems.please describe.tt
In accident when the abs braking system failed with pedal to the floor and would not stop. At 20-30mph when this happened.
Poor performance of abs brakes, causing extended stopping distance. *sd
Ea95026, intermittently, the abs braking system malfunctioned, causing brake pedal to the floor,causing extended stopping distance and vibration, which may result in a crash.dealer replaced parts in the braking system.problem is still occurring.please provide further information.
#ea95-026,was driving and applied the brakes and the abs brake systemfailed.
Failure on the abs brakes, when making a stop the brake pedal goes to the floor.
Kelsey hayes abs brake failure; when applying the brakes the pedal went to the floor and the vehicle would not brake. This happened twice on dry pavement.
When applying the brakes the pedalgets hard but vehicle will not stop.
Anti lock brakes lock up.
Moderate to low speed brake pedal goes to the floor. No response from the anti lock braking system.tt
#pe95-023 consumer was backing out of driveway the abs anti-lock brake failed consumer hit a parked truck .tt
When the brakes are applied intermittently a grinding noise is heard, whichresults in extended stopping distance.brakes have been worked on by private mechanic. Manufacturer has been notified.
Abs braking system malfunctions causing long and extended stopping distances.pedal becomes soft.the abs system brain had to be replaced before.tt
Whenbrakes are applied in emergency situation the pedal is hard. The brakes react and then release, causing the vehicle to keep on rolling.dealer has been contacted. *ml
The abs system failed twice, once resulting in an accident/injury.
Abs anti-lock fail.tt
Anti-lock brakes lock up when backing up and at slow speeds.
When applying the brakes the pedal goes almost to the floor and makes a squeaking noise. The brake pads are replaced about every 3 months.dealer says it's normal.
Abs, applied brakes pedal went to the floor, brake release impact 12:00 position speed 30mph.tt
Vehicle will stall when driving long distances,also anti-lock brakes failed, pedal went low to the floor, rearend another vehicle.
The first brake failure occurred on march 30, 1999 at the intersection of al 150 and i-459 in hoover al.i tried to stop at the light but the suburban just would not stop.the anti lock mechanism did not activate and there was no sliding or skidding.i ran into the back of the car in front of me at about 5 mph.there was rain present, but it was light rain ith no water standing on the road.the second occasion was in houston tx on may 28, 1999.my daughter was driving the suburban on the sam houston toll road when she went to change lanes.she discovered that someone was overtaking her from behind at a high rate of speed in the lane that she wanted to be in.she pulled the wheel in the opposite direction, saw someone in the adjacent lane, pulled the wheel in the opposite direction and applied the brakes, hard.the suburban's rear wheels locked, and the suburban made a 180 degree turn in the middle of the road, and exitted the roadway backward at about 20 mph striking a concrete barrier.i have spent about$1000 making the suburban drivable, and i have not gotten into the body work yet.i feel that both occurances have been caused at least in part by failure of the four wheel anti lock brake system.the right rear wheel threw the tread six days later on the way home.i don't think it was designed to go sideways.( dot number: an11lx1127 tire size: lt24575r16 )
The antilock brake failure lights activate about every second time the antilock brakes are activated and sometimes just from driving over a bump or a pothole.
Abs warning lights come on. *dsh
The vehicle anti-lock brake system failed, causing an accident.dealer said it was due to adefective anti- lock sensor.
Brakes will either lock up, pull to the left or right or they feel spongy.tt
Applied brakes, vehicle continued to travel, had several experiences like this.tt
Brakes failed resulting in an accident.
Brakes failed, causing accident. *dh
Abs brake system locking intermittently, replaced brake liner.ttwhen road is wet, brakes might lock on all four wheels, vehicle enters uncontrolled skid, anti-lock dash light does not light toindicate system failure, condition does nothappen every time, dealer has checked system repeatedly and has stated system is operating as normal, front brakes have een replaced twice in one year, left side view mirror had to be replaced.
The brakes have always been mushy. I understsand that abs will respond differently to emergency brakeing than "normal" brakes but this thing is a real adventure to drive when you've got to make panic stops.it seems to resist your foot the harder you push the less braking you feel.the front left wheel bearing module went out which caused the disk brake to grab and both front tires to wear very badly. The electric wiper control went out becauset the control box is in the engine compartment and got wet. Dah! the drag link bushing rusted out because the grease fitting was apparently inaccessable to service and never got any grease. The radiator began leaking at 90000 mls. At which time i ran a stop leak product in it which stopped it so far. The waterpump went out at 110,000 mls and the alternator at 95000 mls. Brakes are biggest concern!!!!!
Abs failure.
Poor performance of the brake system can not stop the vehicle on the rear brakes have to change front brake often.tt
Front brakes failed due to overheating.
Front brakes overheated/smoked/failed.*skd
When the brakes are applied the pedal goes to the floor, resulting in extended stopping distance.owner states that when the vehiclewas taken in for repairof the brakes , the owner was informed that thecalipers were defective.the dealer has not been notified.
Has abs brakes,brakes failed, causing extended stopping distance and vehicle would not stop.also, replaced front disc brake pads twice.
Abs system failure, excessive wear on the brakes, replaced rotors, and pads.tt
Excessive wear of the front brake pads, they need replacing every 7k miles.tt
Consumer is at 57,000 mileshad to replace the pads rotors four times .tt
Premature wear of brake pads.tt
Brake rotor failed, causing vibration while braking.
Consumer is at 57,000 mileshad to replace the pads rotors four times .tt
Upon applying the abs brakes, there is vibration and the vehicle pulls to the leftdue to rotors separating from mounting hub caused by corrosion.
Abs system failure, excessive wear on the brakes, replaced rotors, and pads.tt
Poor performance of the brake system can not stop the vehicle on the rear brakes have to change front brake often.tt
Rear brakes locked, had to have tension released, had a lot of vibration.tt
Rear drums rub against braking plates.
Abs brake system locking intermittently, replaced brake liner.tt
The abs brake light illuminated, indicating malfunction within the system.took the vehicle to the dealer who replaced the master cylinder which did not remedy the problem.
Replaced brake master cylinder.
Transmission rear seal leaking, dealer adivised seal was replaced with the wrong year 95 seal.husband replaced with right 92 seal.still leaking.also the master cylinder is knocking loud noise.seems like it is going out.when i drive 35 miles or more brakes temporarily fails.and, the electrical system works temporarily on the right passenger side window.
Brake pedal must be pressed hard in order to stop vehicle. *sd
Brake pedal must be pressed hard in order to stop vehicle. *sd
Experienced intermittent loss of braking power.
When i bought the truck used (85000 mls)it had a bad front end idler link and a bad a/c clutch bearing. Not long after i bought it i had to replace the alternator. I also noticed that the brakes didn't stop the vehicle like they should and i was scared to let my wife drive it because of the spongy brakes. I took it in several times to different shops and also the dealer to have them look at the brakes and was always told that the brakes on this model were just that way. I put new rotors and pads on the front and new rear drums and shoes and repeatedly bled the system with slight improvement. It acts as though there is a restriction in the brake line to both front and rear. It acts as though they designed the thing not to stop quickly. I unplugged the motor to the abs so that at least it would squeal a tire. The lack of sure low speed stops has caused 2 near miss accidents and 1 t bone which has raised our insurance rates. I have learned to drive the thing anticipating stops and prebraking. I went to the dealer and just like with the windshield wiper circuit board that shorted out when it gets wet they told me that for my specific model there were no recalls and they refused to look at it. To add insult to injury last week they sent us a mailer saying that they would replace my brake pedal with a different one to give me a "better feel". That won't do me much good if i'm stuck under a bus!!!!! i have a vehicle which has substandard brakes, which were designed that way and they won't do a [xxx] thing about them. I like a lot of things about the truck but the brakes suck big time.information redacted pursuant to the freedom of information act (foia), 5 u.s.c. 552(b)(6).
The cross member bar broke from the metal,and a shock absorber was hanging from near the gas tank. Shop is going to replace crossmember bar.
Frame cracked. *sd
The cross member bar broke from the metal,and a shock absorber was hanging from near the gas tank. Shop is going to replace crossmember bar.
Rear axle seal leaks on rear brake shoes.
Two of the firestone wilderness at p255/70r16 tires on the vehicle went flat, when tires were broken down to patch, the tires were separated on the inside. *mjs
2 tire failures of tire tread separation: incident dates 6/15/02 and 8/10/02.
On september 22, 2000 at about 9:00 p.m. I was on i-10 westbound about 15 miles east of san antonio city limits.my driver rear side firehawk blew-out at a speed of about 65 m/p/h.my truck swirved slightly but i managed to pull it on the shoulder.i came out and discovered that the tire's whole tread had completely came off, this blow-out also managed to break my driver's side running board.i changed tires and proceeded to laredo, tx, my destination.when home, i contacted firestone and they asked for me to send them the damaged tire, reciepts of any charged incurred due to the blow-out, two estimates to repair my truck, and the reciept of the shipping fee.i have tried to get my remainding four tires exchanged at a firestone tire location but due to them not being the on recall, they can do nothing for me.i would appreciate any and all information available on the problems of the firehawk ss10 type of tires. (dot number: vdr7jbao98tiresize: p275/60r15)
Consumerwas traveling on highway andvehicle started to vibrate. She was able to pull over toshoulders, noticedtread separation and wires hanging out from tires.there were no injuries.cooper tires.
While driving 65mph heard & felt a bumping againstvehicle. Stopped & checked vehicle. Noticed tires were blistered & tread was pulling from the casing. Both front & rear tires were showing tread problems. Not positive if original tires at time of purchasewere used. Also,abs brake light comes on and stays.when braking vehicle would pull immediately to the left. Vehicle was controllable.
A factory installed hitch platformwas found to have fatigue cracks on the side plates startingat the rear behind the rear fram mounting bolt and continuing at about 45 degrees toward the square tube. Thes ecracks had come within 1/4" of squar etube, very close to failure of the hitch and the trailer coming off the tow vehicle.
Having problem with cracks in the hitch of the suburban.tt
1992 chevrolet suburban. *ph*nlm**dimsii ivoq entry posted after 12/12/02 cut over to artemis**765494
Emergency stops on dry pavement at 30 mph caused abs to engage and caused 2 accidents.in both incidents, the vehicle seemed to "roll" into the car in front.after driving 30 years, i have a sense of how long it should take to stop as well as being very aware of how long it takes to stop this heavier vehicle and have attempted to compensate by allowing a great deal of stopping space in front of me.i do not follow as close as most semis.when the brakes are pushed all the way down in sudden stops, the abs comes on and makes a sort of popping/roaring sound.it seems like something slipping.i have complete control of the steering as i roll/crash into the back of the vehicle in front of me!but, i feel that i have no control of the brakes, and the distance it takes to get stopped.other people who have driven my vehiclehave felt the abs are unsafe in sudden stops.fortunately, i have not had to make sudden stops at high speeds because who knows how many hundreds of feet would be required.so far in both low speed crashes, two people have claimed neck and back injuries, and their legal suits are still pending with the insurance company.i like the car but would not buy another suburban because of the lack of feeling safe with the abs.
Design of hvac and sound system controls requires the driver to hold a button and watch a pointer on a display to adjust hvac and sound system to desired settings while driving. This is an unsafe design feature!
Abs brake system locking intermittently, replaced brake liner.ttwhen road is wet, brakes might lock on all four wheels, vehicle enters uncontrolled skid, anti-lock dash light does not light toindicate system failure, condition does nothappen every time, dealer has checked system repeatedly and has stated system is operating as normal, front brakes have een replaced twice in one year, left side view mirror had to be replaced.
Windshield wipers are working intermittently, poor visibility due to failure in the rain.
Windshield are working intermittently.
Intermittent winshield wipers failure.
The brakes have always been mushy. I understsand that abs will respond differently to emergency brakeing than "normal" brakes but this thing is a real adventure to drive when you've got to make panic stops.it seems to resist your foot the harder you push the less braking you feel.the front left wheel bearing module went out which caused the disk brake to grab and both front tires to wear very badly. The electric wiper control went out becauset the control box is in the engine compartment and got wet. Dah! the drag link bushing rusted out because the grease fitting was apparently inaccessable to service and never got any grease. The radiator began leaking at 90000 mls. At which time i ran a stop leak product in it which stopped it so far. The waterpump went out at 110,000 mls and the alternator at 95000 mls. Brakes are biggest concern!!!!!
This is not the first chevrolet vehicle that i have had that has had wiper problems i have had 2 others that have had the same exact problem and have had several friends that have also. The wipers decide by themselves when their going to work in the rain. Sometimes they do and sometimes they dont. They have just quit on me in the middle of a rain storm in traffic and almost caused a wreck several times.
When i bought the truck used (85000 mls)it had a bad front end idler link and a bad a/c clutch bearing. Not long after i bought it i had to replace the alternator. I also noticed that the brakes didn't stop the vehicle like they should and i was scared to let my wife drive it because of the spongy brakes. I took it in several times to different shops and also the dealer to have them look at the brakes and was always told that the brakes on this model were just that way. I put new rotors and pads on the front and new rear drums and shoes and repeatedly bled the system with slight improvement. It acts as though there is a restriction in the brake line to both front and rear. It acts as though they designed the thing not to stop quickly. I unplugged the motor to the abs so that at least it would squeal a tire. The lack of sure low speed stops has caused 2 near miss accidents and 1 t bone which has raised our insurance rates. I have learned to drive the thing anticipating stops and prebraking. I went to the dealer and just like with the windshield wiper circuit board that shorted out when it gets wet they told me that for my specific model there were no recalls and they refused to look at it. To add insult to injury last week they sent us a mailer saying that they would replace my brake pedal with a different one to give me a "better feel". That won't do me much good if i'm stuck under a bus!!!!! i have a vehicle which has substandard brakes, which were designed that way and they won't do a [xxx] thing about them. I like a lot of things about the truck but the brakes suck big time.information redacted pursuant to the freedom of information act (foia), 5 u.s.c. 552(b)(6).
Windshield wipers are working intermittently, poor visibility due to failure in the rain.
Windshield wipers don't work or stop working in rain.
When turningwindshield wipers off blades will not goback to a resting position. If turned back on they will continue to go back and forth about 15 times instead of once before stopping. Dealer didn't pull up a recall, andwarrantydoesn't cover it.
When windshield wipers are activatedthey do not turn off until the vehicle is shut off. Sometimes they will stop in the middle of the windshield while the vehicle is running. Dealer has been contacted.
While driving in a rainstorm windshield wipers worked intermittently. This has happened on several occasions.haven't contacted the dealer or manufacturer.
There is a recall for 1994 suburbans concerning erratic operation of the windshield wipers. This vehicle has the same problem, but is not covered under the recal due todate of make/model.dealer has been contacted.
This vehicle has a faulty windshield wipermotorwhich causes the wipers to work intermittently.dealer has been contacted.
When driving in rainy weather the windshield wipers would come on and off intermittently.the driver was able to drive to the dealer.the mechanic informed the driver that the windshield wiper needed replacement.please provide additional information.
Due to defective windshield wiper circuit board, while in use, the windshield wipers malfunctioned, causing visual difficulty which may result in a crash.please provide further information.
The windshield wipers will work one week and the next week they don't workdue to an overheated circuitboard. Dealer has not seen vehicle.
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