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Front right wheel ABS module failed while pulling into driveway. Dealer contacted. *akthe brake light is on because the ABS module leaks. The ABS module was replaced.
Newly-acquired ABS/AWD model of otherwise similar Subaru wagon that had taken same described turn hundreds of times: Descending wet gravel road in 2nd gear, while braking simultaneously and approaching a tight turn, the car actually began to speed up -- so, instead of slowing to point where brakes alone would take me around turn as usual, I pushed in clutch to downshift to 1st - which point I never reached, since the wagon swung around to outside of road, and slid down a steep 30' embankment, rolling over. Although neither I nor passenger [dog!] were hurt, there was extensive glass and body damage. Phone call from nearby neighbors to tow company had the wagon back up on the road within ca. 90 minutes, on second try [first try popped both tow hooks on rear, causing another 10-15' nosefirst dive that dented front fender on soft soil]. I called tow truck operator's attention to apparent lack of skid/braking marks, but the whole road had been graded by the time I returned with my camera the next day. After reinflating tire, I was able to drive it 1.5 mi. Back up mountain road to house, but ABS light and warning flashers remained on until I disconnected battery. Glass replacement [windshield, hatch, rear quarter] alone over $1000, plus whatever body work [rear quarter clip, roof, hood, fenders] and paint needed. But mainly, I am afraid to drive this wagon downhill again, as AWD/ABS were the touted safety reasons for buying it: Subaru's recent byline is "because safety is not an option".
ABS braking system needlessly engages at moderate speed and light braking, drastically increasing stopping distance, on washboard surfaced roads (dirt or gravel or snow). Loose material may or may not be present. This has caused many near accidents. A different non-ABS equipped vehicle stops in a much shorter distance in identical conditions, with braking moderate enough to avoid lock-ups or loss of steering control.
Intermittently when brakes are applied in icy conditions the pedal becomes hard, resulting in extended stopping distance. Dealer and manufacturer have been notified.
While driving vehicle about 25 mph the comsumer stepped on the brake pedal and the vehicle did not stop; depending on the speed of the vehicle, the longer the vehicle will stop. The dealer did check the system and did not find anything wrong with the ABS. Comsumer had not contacted the manufacturer.
- Calrks Summit, PA, USA
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- Livingston, NJ, USA