Service Brakes Problems of GEO Prizm

GEO Prizm owners have reported 17 service brakes related problems since 1996. Table 1 shows the 6 most common service brakes problems. The number one most common problem is related to the vehicle's brake foundation components (4 problems). The second most common problem is related to the vehicle's brake master cylinder (4 problems). For details of each of the problem category, use the links in the table.


Recently reported Service Brakes problems of GEO Prizm

The Brake Foundation Components problem

At 40mph, brakes engage and consumer is unable to accelerate. Cause unknown. Dealer notified. Consumer adds brake line, front and back brakes failed 8,000 miles later resulting in an accident. Brake pedal pushed to floor in order to stop. Master cylinder replaced.   Read details...

The Brake Master Cylinder problem

At 40mph, brakes engage and consumer is unable to accelerate. Cause unknown. Dealer notified. Consumer adds brake line, front and back brakes failed 8,000 miles later resulting in an accident. Brake pedal pushed to floor in order to stop. Master cylinder replaced.   Read details...

The Brake Electric Antilock problem

I have complained about a loss of brakes several times with gm. This time, I managed to jerk the steering wheel around and a large log truckl missed me by inches. Gm cannot duplicate the problem, I have a vehicle I don't dare to drive anymore.   Read details...

The Brake Light On problem

The abs and brake warning lights come on randomly.   Read details...

The Brake Pedal And Linkage problem

Brake pedal height is higher than the gas pedal which causes occupant's foot to go underneath the brake pedal, and causes pedal misapplication. Please provide further information.   Read details...




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