9.9

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

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problem #9

Oct 012003

(reported on)

Cutlass

  • 1,000 miles
While driving ABS warning alarm chime came on, and the warning light illuminated on the dashboard. Also, brake pads and rotors were continuously replaced because of excessive wear. This was as a result of ABS module sensor failure.

- Albuquerque, NM, USA

problem #8

May 102001

Cutlass

  • miles
Consumer states brake rotors are wearing, and when applying the brakes, the vehicle will experience a heavy vibration and extended stopping distance. Dealer notified.

- Centerville, MA, USA

problem #7

Apr 011999

Cutlass

  • miles
Front brake rotors have been replaced four times due to vibrations while driving at any speed. ABS light on the instrument panel recently illuminated, and vibration has reoccurred. Dealership was currently examining vehicle again to determine the cause of problem. Please provide any additional information / documentation.

- Norton, MA, USA

problem #6

Jan 162002

(reported on)

Cutlass

  • miles
Rotors have been replaced three times. Did not give any warning. Cause unknown.

- Ben Brook, TX, USA

problem #5

Jul 101999

Cutlass

  • miles
Rotors turned July 1999 - rotors/brakes replaced January 2000 - rotors replaced June 2000 - rotors/brakes replaced January 2001 rotors/brakes replaced June 2001.

- New London, MO, USA

problem #4

Nov 091999

Cutlass

  • miles
Rotors have warped 7 times in 1 year and a half. Replaced 3 times turned 3 times. Manufacturer now refuses to warranty rotors for 7th time.

- Fyffe, AL, USA

problem #3

Nov 172000

(reported on)

Cutlass

  • miles
Rotors are of poor quality and too small for vehicle. They heat up and eventually prematurely warp, causing steering wheel to vibrate upon braking. After the front brake pads were worn out and were replaced, the vehicle started to vibrate severely and the steering wheel started shaking. The rotor also warped.

- Cortland, OH, USA

problem #2

Aug 112000

(reported on)

Cutlass

  • Automatic transmission
  • miles
When braking vehicle will vibrated, and fluteer. Dealer is aware of defect, but there are no parts available, and parts are on back order. Dealer claims they can do temporary fixing by cutting rotors to reduce the vibration.

- Medford, NJ, USA

problem #1

May 011999

Cutlass

  • miles
Defective front brake rotors rusted through half way, causing the surface to wear unevenly, which may cause extended stopping distance.

- Kaiser, WV, USA