Eight problems related to brake electric antilock have been reported for the 1997 Cadillac Eldorado. The most recently reported issues are listed below.
The contact owns a 1997 Cadillac Eldorado. The contact depressed the accelerator pedal and heard a screeching noise coming from under the hood. The instrument panel indicated that the antilock brake system disengaged. The contact attempted to depress the accelerator pedal again and the screeching noise recurred. After driving the vehicle for a few minutes, she pulled over and shut off the engine. She waited approximately one minute before restarting the vehicle and the abs message was no longer displayed on the instrument panel. The contact spoke with the dealer and was informed that the failure was due to the brakes. The dealer stated that her VIN was not included in NHTSA campaign id number 97v064000 (service brakes, hydraulic:antilock), however, the contact believed it should be included. The failure mileage, purchase date, speed, and powertrain were unknown. The current mileage was 63,155.
: the contact stated the vehicle makes noise and vibrates every time the brakes are applied. A variety of maneuvers are used to get the vehicle to brake effectively. The vehicle was seen by an independent mechanic determined the electronic brake control module or the electronic brake and traction control module needed to be replaced.
While drivng at 35 mph and attempting to apply the brakes, there were no brakes which caused consumer to rear end another vehicle.
Vehicle experiencing brake problems. (attorney for consumer)nlm.
Brakes squeal.
Brakes vibrate, recall repair work completed however continues to vibrate.
When driving 30-35 mph and upon applying the brake pedal to make a normal stop gradually pulling the vehicle to the left, when the vehicle flipped over landing on the roof, totaling the vehicle. Also, injurying the driver. Recall number 97v064000 which indicate problem could result in a possible accident recall work was correct prior to the accident. Please provide any further details.
Experienced brake problems, recall work completed on the abs system however problems still continue.