Brake Electric Antilock problems of the 1998 Oldsmobile Cutlass

Five problems related to brake electric antilock have been reported for the 1998 Oldsmobile Cutlass. The most recently reported issues are listed below.

1 Brake Electric Antilock problem

Failure Date: 12/05/2001

Engine(ignition) quits while car is being driven. All power systems are lost, making steering and braking difficult. Engine restarts when key is turned off and then turned on to restart. This is an electrical or computer problem that seems to be reset when the ignition switch is turned off and then on again. Could be a very dangerous situation.

2 Brake Electric Antilock problem

Failure Date: 09/04/2000

A/c turned off on its own. Consumer has come close to having an accident, trying to push buttons to turn it back on. Consumer felt this was unsafe. Consumer noticed steam, pulled over ,and it was gushing coolant out. Took to dealer , and they said water pump went out, and thermostat failed. Consumer felt lucky this didn't cause a fire. Also, abs flashed on and off sometimes.

3 Brake Electric Antilock problem

Failure Date: 04/09/1999

Due to defective brake rotors which had to be replaced 6 times, every 21,000 miles. Brakes operated poorly, causing extended stopping distance, and may result in a crash. Please provide further information.

4 Brake Electric Antilock problem

Failure Date: 11/24/1998

When brakes are applied, would be hesitating before grabbing. Had rotors replaced once & then turned 3 times. Rotors go bad & no control. Mechanic can not locate problem.

5 Brake Electric Antilock problem

Failure Date: 05/08/1998

The problem still exists after changing brakes and rotors 3 times.




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