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 problems emerged prior to being told that power booster and master cylinder were bad. Also, had no brake pads, and had to have rotors turned. Vehicle at dealer for repairs at this time.
While driving at approxiametly 35 M.P.H., when brakes were pressed they went down to the floor resulting in a rear end crash. The air bags and passenger seat belt did not work. The crash was reported to the police and insurance company. The inspector stated that the airbag and seatbelt was ok. The dealer is replacing the master cylinder, frozen calipers and brake pads because of uneven wear. The injured passenger suffered a concussion and sprained wrists.
Brake system failed on two occasions due to failure of the (1st failure) ABS valve and (2nd failure) master cylinder leakage. The systems are designed to engage if one unit fails, then other will engage, which did not happen. Mjs
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- Santa Anna, CA, USA