10.0
really awful- Crashes / Fires:
- 2 / 0
- Injuries / Deaths:
- 2 / 0
- Average Mileage:
- 11,900 miles
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While braking to stop in highway traffic on clear dry day, ABS momentarily activated then released all brakes causing vehicle to rear-end tractor trailer. Subsequent inspection revealed catastrophic failure of right front rotor into two pieces with full hub separation. Pedal remained hard but ABS prevented any braking.
- Bedford, NH, USA
While driving and when depressing brake pedal heard a grinding noise. Had vehicle serviced. Technician stated rotors needed to be replaced.
- Bedford, MA, USA
Chevrolet, Suburban 1996, ls 1500, 4 X 4 I have only owned this car 2yrs, I had to put on 5 sets of brakes, 2 sets of rotors, drums, steer knuckles, alternator, windshield wiper motor, battery, differential/axles replaced and air condition unit has fowl smell and the back passager door sticks and won't open most of the time. I bought it as a lease return with 34,900 miles on it. Please help me find out why this car is still being sold. I only drive this Suburban in emergency.
- Camarillo, CA, USA
Brake rotors failed, causing noise.
- North Quincy, MA, USA
ABS brakes, when applying the brakes in normal conditions, the vehicle made a grinding noise and pedal went the floor, causing extended stopping distance. Dealer replaced brakes and turned rotors.
- Ashland City, TN, USA
Brakes were squeaking and grinding, and consumer had to have the front brakes and the rotors replaced at 40K miles. The dealer has been notified.
- Alvin, TX, USA
Consumer noticed excessive brake wear on the front pads/rotors and rear drums due to excessive heat. Consumer has contacted the dealer.
- Miltitas, CA, USA
ABS, when applying brakes, vehicle pulls very hard to right, in for repair rotors and disc pads in the front.
- Austin, TX, USA
ABS, when applying brakes, vehicle pulls very hard to right, in for repair rotors and disc pads in the front.
- Austin, TX, USA
- Bedford, NH, USA