Brake Foundation Components problems of the 1996 Buick Regal

Six problems related to brake foundation components have been reported for the 1996 Buick Regal. The most recently reported issues are listed below.

1 Brake Foundation Components problem

Failure Date: 07/07/1999

Vehicle has experienced several braking problems and failures, dealer has replaced worn brake pads, front rotors, and brake hoses, on one occasion, the hydraulic system completely failed, consumer has lost control of vehicle due to brake failure and has had property damage to vehicle due to running off the road. (daughter on behalf of mother).

2 Brake Foundation Components problem

Failure Date: 10/30/1997

On three occasions the vehicle accelerated out of control. After second occasion, vehicle was towed to dealership. Dealer could not find a problem. On (5) or (6) occasions the brake pedal has been extremely hard to apply. They popped and cracked. Because this does not happen when taken to dealership, they have stated that nothing was wrong with the vehicle.

3 Brake Foundation Components problem

Failure Date: 02/27/1997

Consumers has been experiencing numerous problems with the hydraulic system, the rotors, and brake pads have been turned and/or replaced due to them being out of round and noisy.

4 Brake Foundation Components problem

Extremely loud noise from the brakes when backing out from a parked position while applying the brakes. Windshield leaks at the location of the rear mirror light wires, and drips on the gear shift area. The passenger side mirror and the driver side mirror are two different colors, which might indicate the vehicle was in a wreck. I was given no history of repairs on this automobile . An "alamo" sticker was attached to the inside of the trunk lid.

5 Brake Foundation Components problem

When applying the abs brakes the pedal travels to the floor, causing extended stopping distance. Cause unknown. Please give any further details.

6 Brake Foundation Components problem

Brakes perform poorly causing loud noise.




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