10.0

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

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problem #4

Oct 071997

(reported on)

Suburban 4WD

  • miles
Master cylinder failed resulting in brake loss.

- Rancho Mir, CA, USA

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problem #3

Apr 191997

Suburban

  • miles
The defective ABS braking system malfunctioned, causing the spongey feeling brake pedal and having the vehicle to pull to left, and causing extending stopping distance. Replaced the brake master cylinder. Dealer cannot determine problem.

- Bradenton, FL, USA

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problem #2

Feb 081997

Suburban 4WD Diesel

  • miles
Master cylinder broke, resulting in loss of brakes.

- Point Pleasant Beach, NJ, USA

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problem #1

Feb 081997

Suburban 4WD Diesel

  • miles
The brake's master cylinder cracked away from the power booster causing loss of braking power. Vehicle was stopped with the use of the emergency brake.

- Bay Head, NJ, USA

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