Parking Brake Problems of Chrysler Cirrus

Chrysler Cirrus owners have reported 3 parking brake related problems since 1996. Table 1 shows the 3 most common parking brake problems. The number one most common problem is related to the vehicle's parking brake (1 problem). The second most common problem is related to the vehicle's conventional parking brake (1 problem). For details of each of the problem category, use the links in the table.

Table 1. Parking Brake related problems of Chrysler Cirrus


Recently reported Parking Brake problems of Chrysler Cirrus

The Parking Brake problem

After having the front brake pads replaced emergency brake locked and melted the brake drum without being engaged. While driving a passing motorist noticed fire coming from the rear of the vehicle and notified the consumer. Emergency braking system and drums had to be replaced.   Read details...

The Conventional Parking Brake problem

The consumer has been experiencing problems with parking brake. When put vehicle in park and went to get out of the door, the vehicle started rolling. As a result, the consumer was dragged and severely injured. The manufacturer has been contacted.   Read details...

The Mechanical Parking Brake problem

Emergency brake handle cracked resulting in failure. Mjs   Read details...




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