Four problems related to brake sensor have been reported for the 1997 Land Rover Discovery. The most recently reported issues are listed below.
Right front abs sensor malfunction. Unable to stop due to abs engaging. Vibrated vehicle out into intersection. Lucky enough to avoid being t-boned by accelerating hard. Happened numerous times since. Upon researching problem found it to be common in 97 Discovery. Also found most people have wound ip removing abs fuse due to problem recurring even after repair. Should have been a recall many years ago. Land rover needs to take responsibility and fix the issue.
It has been impossible to keep these sensors in working condition for more than a month. After searching the internet newsgroups, it is clear that this is a very common problem across all 97 Discovery. The generally accepted advice is to disconnect the abs because it will never work. In my opinion, if we have reached the point where the generally accepted advice is to disconnect this important safety feature, the manufacturer has a problem.
Brakes frequently fail to stop vehicle at speeds under 20mph. Dealer stated it was a bad abs sensor on right front wheel. It was replaced at a cost of $500. 00 but the problem remained. I see from internet postings it is a common problem in '97 discoveries. The real hazard is that it does not matter how much force is applied to te brake pedal, the vehicle will not stop. I see from other complaints posted on this site that a suggestion is to disconnect theabs system. Is this acceptable to the NHTSA? how about a saftey recall before someone is killed. Including me.
While driving at low speed applies brakes and vehicle does not come to a complete stop. Dealer has been notified, mechanic states abs system sensors are not operating properly, and need to be replaced because defective abs brakes cause extended stopping distance.