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.
While driving and applying brakes without touching the pedal, brakes lock up. Dealer contacted, and stated problem with ABS system. Problems still exists. Provide further information.
While driving vehicle about 60 mph stepped on the brake pedal trying to stop the vehicle, but the pedal went to the floor and the brakes did not perform.
The brakes would make squeaking/grinding noises & not grabbing to stop vehicle. Also, structure seams cause leak of water inside of vehicle/steering pump pin had sheared off & the power steering had seized up, and water pump failed.
I am very unhappy with this truck, it has been nothing but problems for repair work and out of warranty coast even though it was all ongoing from the day I bought it and paid cash of >36,000 tax and all. No safety defect(s) mentioned in the summary.
- Eatonton, GA, USA
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Vehicle experiencing ongoing problem with brake pedal going to the floor before stopping vehicle. Vehicle been in/out of dealer shop on several occasions. Dealer informed consumer that nothing could be found. Seeking help from NHTSA in these matter.
Steering wheel and wheels locks up when applying brakes. Cannot stop. Also, can't turn the wheels, has to let up the brakes before the wheels will turn.
3 times I have been slowing down to turn a corner and the rear portion of the anti-lock brakes bounce like a ball. I could not slow down enough to make the turn. I contacted the dealership and brought it in. They said that they could find nothing wrong with my truck.
While applying the brakes the truck pulls to the left. This happens on any type of road surface. The more weight on the truck, the more it pulls. This situation has been on going for two years. The dealer is not able to correct the problem.
Consumer experiencing prematuure wearing of brake pads and rotors. When applying brakes, consumer can hear a metal to metal grinding sound.vehicle been in dealer shop and was infomed that there was no reason; it was normal.
Whenever the brakes are applied, they would keep shattering. Had taken vehicle to dealer. Mechanic checked & replaced brakes. This was done 7 different times. Also, the drums were warped & worn.
While driving the vehicle at 35 mph, first the ABS brakes did not work. Then a frontal impact accident occurred, the air bags did not deploy on impact. No injuries occurred. Dealer sent out investigation team that stated the air bags were okay. Reports from the fire department and police department stated the air bags should have deployed. Dealer cannot duplicate the problem.
Whenever the ABS brakes were applied after going 40mph, vehicle would pull to left. Took to dealer & had mechanic replace front calipers. Also had the suspension, the frame & the alignment checked out.
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- Claremore, OK, USA