Air Brake Compressor Problems in popular cars
Air Brake Compressor problem is a common vehicle problem that happens to most car brands and models. The following is a sample list of Air Brake Compressor problems reported in most popular vehicles.
Air Brake Compressor problem of Chevrolet Blazer
The vehicle was a 1997 Chevrolet Blazer. The vehicle identification number (VIN) is 1GNDT13W9V_. Bad a/c: complained to a dealer approximately 10 months (summer of 98) after the purchase about warm air blowing, intermittently, from under the dashboard. The dial was turned to cold position and the fan was off. Dealer technician could not recreate the problem even after the car was kept overnight. Complained again a couple of months later. However, the dealer could not recreate the problem, but apparently opened the unit and found no problems. About 6 months later (spring of 99), complained about a/c not blowing cool enough air. Again, dealer found no problems and stated that it the design defect. About 2 years later, moved to SC where no cold air was blowing - only outside air (it was cooler to open the window). Took the car to precision tune and they added freon and a die to detect leaks. The freon seemed to make some difference. No leak was found after a revisit a couple of months later. Placed a complaint to the Chevrolet 800 number service last year (fall of 02). The operator was somewhat hesitant and questioned why it took so long to report the problem and finally made an appointment with a local dealer. After diagnosis, the dealer determined that the compressor had gone bad. This problem would have been detected if the previous dealer had run diagnostics. Made several attempts to talk to Chevrolet point of contact about warranty coverage. However, there was no response. The initial complaint was around 10,000 miles and last complaint was around 46000 miles. Chevrolet should pay for some or all of the cost ($1000). It was 06/01/1998 when this air brake compressor issue occurred.
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Air Brake Compressor problem of Chrysler Town & Country
The car involved is a 2001 Chrysler town and country. The vehicle identification number (VIN) of this Chrysler town and country is 2C4GP74L61_. Air conditioner compressor failed at 52,000 miles. Dealer will not acknowledge any service bulletin issues. This is the last Chrysler product I will ever put in my driveway. This air brake compressor issue occurred May. 22, 2003.
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Air Brake Compressor problem of Dodge Grand Caravan
The vehicle having this issue was a 2002 Dodge Grand Caravan. VIN of the vehicle was 2B8GP44342_. We purchased a 2002 Grand Caravan sport used. When I picked up the van after getting some recall work done at the dealer, I turned on the air condioner and the motor died during rush hour traffic. They had extended the warranty to 70,000 miles because the dryer in those vans is known to fail and lock up the a/c compressor. I believe this is more that a parts issue since the locked compressor kills the motor which kills the power brakes and power steering. During stopping or in an intersection, this could be quite hazardous. All these dryers and possibly compressors should be replaced before someone is in a major accident. This issue happened on Friday, January 30, 2004.
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Air Brake Compressor problem of Jeep Grand Cherokee
The car involved is a 2002 Jeep Grand Cherokee. Air cond. Rattles during acceleration. I have been told this normal?. This air brake compressor issue occurred Jan. 1, 2003.
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