Abs Brake Fail problems of the 1996 Chevrolet Monte Carlo

Three problems related to abs brake fail have been reported for the 1996 Chevrolet Monte Carlo. The most recently reported issues are listed below.

1 Abs Brake Fail problem

Failure Date: 01/17/1997

While driving vehicle, applied brakes, lost about 80% power in rain; abs brakes failed to catch or stop vehicle. Vehicle at dealership now. Sending invoice.

2 Abs Brake Fail problem

Failure Date: 11/06/1996

Frontal collision, impact 12:00 position, speed 20mph, abs brakes failed, causing extended stopping distance, brake pedal went to the floor, loss of stopping effectiveness, speed at impact 10 mph. Consumer stats there has been numerous occasion when brakes have failed but did not cause an accident.

3 Abs Brake Fail problem

Abs brakes fail in rainy weather.




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