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 applying force to the brakes, the rear brakes grind and the pedal pulsates, causing complete loss of braking, resulting in loss of control/accident.
ABS brake failure. When hitting accelerator pedal or brake pedal, consumer heard a loud noise like a rubbing sound and a grinding feeling under feet. Vehicle is being repaired. Mechanic stated that brakes were worn down to rivets. All (4) brakes are being replaced.
Consumer was driving 50 to 55 mph and the transmission locked up, causing the vehicle to stop instantly and the occupant was pushed in the the windshield. Also ABS brakes pulsated under heavier braking applications/child safety seat locked up, and it was nearly impossible to get 2-year old out/heater hose developed a hole and leaked/replaced power window fuse, and driveshaft broke, vehicle lost control, driver sustained injuries.
- Oakdale, MN, USA
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Consumer was driving down a flat highway and the steering locked up, applied the ABS brakes and the brakes wouldn't move, resulting in an accident/injuries, also excessive gas consumption.
While driving attempted to make a panic stop to avoid vehicle in front, ABS brakes failed 6 times, causing extended stopping distance, once resulting in an accident.
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- Brooklyn, NY, USA