Brake Disc Caliper problems of the 1996 Chevrolet Suburban

Four problems related to brake disc caliper have been reported for the 1996 Chevrolet Suburban. The most recently reported issues are listed below.

1 Brake Disc Caliper problem

Failure Date: 08/29/1996

Brakes: when driving in wet weather and applying the brakes, foot is still on pedal,the brakes engange, disengage,and then engage again while foot is still on pedal. Brakes has been serviced at least six times, replacing calipers ,disc, hoses and all parts of the brake system and the problem still exists. The problem occurs mostly in rainy and cold weather or just rain alone.

2 Brake Disc Caliper problem

Driving at 50 mph or less ,the abs brakes will grab and pull and lock up in wet conditions. This is an intermittent problem. Therefore, dealer cannot duplicate probelm. Dealer has replaced both calipers in the front. Consumer states vehicle pulls to the left while braking, problem can be helped by turning off ignition and restarting motor.

3 Brake Disc Caliper problem

Consumer states that when the brakes are applied the pedal goes to the floor, resulting in extended stopping distance, causing the vehicle to collide into another. The vehicle was at the dealer a few days prior to the collision. The dealer informed the owner that the vehicle was in normal operation. Owner has had brake lines/calipers/rotors and pads put on the front of the vehicle prior to collision.

4 Brake Disc Caliper problem

While driving braking system malfunction due to the left caliper sticking. Needed to be replaced twice. Also, extended stopping distance. Please provide further information.




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