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.
Brake system failed while driving. Brake pedal immediately went to the floor while driving at about 35 mph. Pumped brakes to get slowed down and eventually stopped. Exited vehicle on drivers side door and found fluid puddle under the drivers side of the vehicle. Upon pumping the brakes while stopped, I noticed brake fluid squirting out under the drivers side door. After towing the vehicle home, I have confirmed a severely corroded metal brake line has rusted through and broken open.
GM mechanic experienced brake line failure of rear line during a state inspection, after rear line was repaired, front brake lines failed on the GM mechanic during a test drive at highway speed. All brake lines were determined in immediate need of replacement as well as front calibers..
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- Bear, DE, USA