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.
Nar 1/15/2003. The consumer was unable to get the ABS to activate or the wheels to lock up on dry pavement. The consumer stated on wet surfaces, the problem was magnified because when the ABS did activate, it reduced the brake pressure to the point that they were completely useless.
After repairing the brakes eight times manufacturer was notified, but did not offer assistance because of the warranty. Every four months the brakes, pads, and rotors have been serviced or replaced. The consumer was told by Chrysler that her vehicle could not be repaired properly and preprare to fix her vehicle every four months.
While driving about 35 mph vehicle was involved in a crash. Driver applied the brakes and rear ended another vehicle. Upon impact, air bags failed to deploy.
While driving 30-40 mph went to apply the brakes they locked up. Rpms were racing up to 6000. Took to dealer, had brake repaired. Problem still not remedy.
- Long Beach, CA, USA
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Brake system is making a squeaking noise when pressure is applied to brake pedal. Brakes have not failed, and stopping distance for vehicle has not been affected. Dealership informed consumer this is normal condition. Please provide any additional information / documentation.
Upon depressing brake pedal to make a gradual stop, pedal went to the floor, causing extended stopping distance and vehicle went through a stop sign. Dealer unable to determine problem.
While traveling at 15 mph and without indication brakes locked up, causing the wheels to make loud noise. Also, dealer noticed that parking brake malfuncationed and repaired it. However, problem did return.
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- Broomfield, CO, USA