10.0
really awful- Crashes / Fires:
- 2 / 0
- Injuries / Deaths:
- 1 / 0
- Average Mileage:
- 53,500 miles
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The contact owned a 2004 Toyota Corolla. While driving at an unknown speed, the brakes failed when the brake pedal was depressed. As a result, the contact struck a utility pole. The air bags did not deploy. The contact sustained minor injuries that required medical attention. A police report was filed. The vehicle was towed to a salvage yard and deemed a total loss. The dealer was not contacted. The manufacturer was notified and informed the contact to call their lawyers. The failure mileage was 184,000. The VIN was not available.
- Davie, FL, USA
2004 Toyota Corolla. Consumer writes in regards to vehicle brake system issues.
- Lithonia, GA, USA
The contact owns a 2004 Toyota Corolla. The contact stated while attempting to decelerate, the brakes failed to function. As a result, the contact crashed into the rear end of another a vehicle. There were no injuries. The contact also stated that upon impact, the air bags failed to deploy. The vehicle was not taken to a mechanic for diagnostic testing. The vehicle was not repaired. The manufacturer was notified of the failure. The failure mileage was 30,000. Updated 01/29/13 the consumer no longer has possession of this vehicle. Updated 01/30/2013
- Staten Island, NY, USA
- Miami, FL, USA