Brake Squeaking Noise problems of the 2008 Chrysler Pt Cruiser

The contact owns a 2008 Chrysler Pt Cruiser. The contact stated that the vehicle exhibited an increased stopping distance when the brakes were applied. The brakes also emitted a squeaking noise during the failure. The vehicle was taken to an independent dealer, who conducted a drivable performance check and a body electrical system check but could not find the failure. The dealer inspected and readjusted the rear brakes. The dealer then advised the contact to take the vehicle to an authorized dealer to perform another diagnostic test. The vehicle was not repaired. The manufacturer was not notified. The failure mileage was 51,954 and the current mileage was 68,000.