Service Brakes Problems of Chevrolet Classic

Chevrolet Classic owners have reported 2 service brakes related problems since 1996. Table 1 shows the 2 most common service brakes problems. The number one most common problem is related to the vehicle's brake hoses, lines/piping, and fittings (1 problem). The second most common problem is related to the vehicle's brake light on (1 problem). For details of each of the problem category, use the links in the table.

Table 1. Service Brakes related problems of Chevrolet Classic


Recently reported Service Brakes problems of Chevrolet Classic

The Brake Hoses, Lines/piping, And Fittings problem

Brake lines rusted through causing complete brake failure. All the lines(4) run very close together underneeth the air filter box. By running the lines this close together it allows moistures to be held in the tiny gaps between the lines, therby cuasing accelerated rusting and corrosion.   Read details...

The Brake Light On problem

I arrived at work and was told by coworkers that my brake lights were still on. They would not shut off. I removed the negative battery terminal to avoid draining my battery. On the drive home, after reconnecting battery, I discovered my cruise control was not working either.   Read details...




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