Brake Master Cylinder problems of the 1996 Saturn SL1

Two problems related to brake master cylinder have been reported for the 1996 Saturn SL1. The most recently reported issues are listed below.

1 Brake Master Cylinder problem

Failure Date: 04/24/2000

Upon attempting to make a normal stop consumer noted that vehicle became difficult to stop, causing some extended stopping distance. Also when vehicle is at a stand still , it will not accelerate. Consumer has contacted dealer. Dealer noted that 1st. The calipers. Then , master cylinder failed/not releasing, causing brakes to grab. . Et.

2 Brake Master Cylinder problem

Failure Date: 02/06/1998

Cylinder head cover failure.




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