Brake Foundation Components problems of the 1996 Saturn SL1

Four problems related to brake foundation components have been reported for the 1996 Saturn SL1. The most recently reported issues are listed below.

1 Brake Foundation Components problem

Failure Date: 04/07/2000

At approox. 25mph approaching an intersection, pressed the brakes which traveled to the floor, repaired the problem.

2 Brake Foundation Components problem

Failure Date: 08/29/1997

Upon approaching an intersection and facing a red light, attempted to slow down, but foot slipped and stepped on gas pedal, vehicle lost control, resulting in 2 collisions/injuries. Also brakes failed to stop vehicle.

3 Brake Foundation Components problem

Failure Date: 09/16/1996

Brake failure, driving at speed of 15 mph, frontal collision, impact 12:00, applied brakes, resulting in extended stopping distance.

4 Brake Foundation Components problem

Brake failure when coming to a stop. Brake pedal went to the floor car was very slow to stop. After the first failure brake shop was unable to find a problem with the brake system. The second failure was at the same speed 35 m/h with the brake pedal having the same action. Saturn was unable to find problem the second time and tested it two times.




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