NHTSA — Service Brakes, Hydraulic: Antilock/Traction Control/Electronic Limited Slip Problems

10.0

really awful
Crashes / Fires:
7 / 0
Injuries / Deaths:
6 / 0
Average Mileage:
0 miles

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1996 Pontiac Sunfire brakes problems

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1996 Pontiac Sunfire Owner Comments

problem #15

Apr 122007

Sunfire 4-cyl

  • Automatic transmission
  • miles

A D V E R T I S E M E N T S

I had the fuel pump replaced on this vehicle in December 2006. I have been given information indicating this pump is in the suspect group of pumps covered by the delphi recall number 07E-015. I contacted the number listed, and was told that since someone else had entered information on the VIN that they will not tell me anything. They refused to tell me how to have the inspection or reimbursement done. This vehicle was wrecked by my daughter in March 2006, and there is an ongoing investigation of the ABS system also.

- New Carlisle, OH, USA

problem #14

Mar 051999

Sunfire

  • miles
The ABS braking system malfunctioned. There was no braking ability and had noises which caused an accident.

- Fiola, WI, USA

problem #13

Jun 261996

Sunfire

  • Automatic transmission
  • miles
I have constant problems with this vehicle. Major difficulty stopping when pavement is wet. My complet brake and rotors have been replaced on at least 3 occasions. I've also had problems with leaks, right rear window has been replaced. Problems with vibration when at a standstill, almost losing power. Smell of gas fumes. Problems with the transmission.

- Grand Rapids, MI, USA

problem #12

Jun 161998

Sunfire

  • Automatic transmission
  • miles

A D V E R T I S E M E N T S

Anti lock brakes actiuate too quickly and experience extended stopping distances almost resulting in accidents.

- Batavia, IL, USA

problem #11

Feb 021997

Sunfire

  • miles
ABS brake problems; the ABS brakes lock up on wet pavement or when trying to break quickly, causing the vehicle to go into a skid. Taken to dealership several times. The dealer is not able to correct the problem.

- Rocky River, OH, USA

problem #10

May 051998

Sunfire

  • Automatic transmission
  • miles
Anti lock brakes failed resulting in a vehicle collision.

- Philadelph, PA, USA

problem #9

Oct 231997

(reported on)

Sunfire

  • miles

A D V E R T I S E M E N T S

When applying the brakes the pedal goes to the floor and the vehicle does not stop. Dealer says brake pads had exccesive wear.

- Clinton, TN, USA

problem #8

Mar 011996

Sunfire

  • Automatic transmission
  • miles
Anti-lock brakes failed, causing tires to lock-up/skid, and lose traction.

- West Covina, CA, USA

problem #7

Feb 021997

Sunfire

  • Manual transmission
  • miles
Applied brakes with general pressure, realized vehicle not slowing down, applied more pressure, brakes immediately locked up, no warning, 4 months prior dealer replaced warped rotors; loss control, crashed into rear of a van; vehicle totaled.

- Great Mills, MD, USA

problem #6

Feb 051997

Sunfire

  • miles
ABS brakes failed to operate when the brakes were applied, resulting in an accident/injuries.

- Great Mills, MD, USA

problem #5

Feb 051997

Sunfire

  • miles

A D V E R T I S E M E N T S

Driver noticed that when brake pedal was depressed the vehicle would vibrate. Rotors were found to be warped and were replaced. Approximately three months later, on wet road conditions, the ABS failed allowing vehicle to crash.

- Great Mill, MD, USA

problem #4

Jul 121996

Sunfire

  • miles
Failure of the rear ABS brakes, when driving on wet pavement the rear brakes get wet, causing the brake pedal to get hard/ brakes fade away, resulting in extended stopping distance.

- Bennton, IL, USA

problem #3

Sep 051996

(reported on)

Sunfire

  • miles
While driving experienced ABS failure, when upon applying brake notice loud grinding noise and on wet pavement while making attempt to slow/stop pedal went to floor, no prior warning.

- Country Club Hills, IL, USA

problem #2

Jun 201996

Sunfire

  • miles
ABS braking system malfunctioned, locking wheels up, resulting in an accident. Vehicle was serviced 3 times at dealer before the accident.

- Palm Harbour, FL, USA

problem #1

Jan 121996

Sunfire

  • Automatic transmission
  • miles
Driving onto ramp, braked to make right turn, vehicle suddenly accelerated across 3 lanes of traffic, vehicle hit guardrail, kept straight.

- Charlotte, MI, USA

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