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Showing 76,359 complaints — component: SERVICE BRAKES

FORD EDGE (2016) — SERVICE BRAKES Feb 17, 2026
Incident date: Aug 25, 2025
There has been safety recall for six months with no updates or fix. The fix is simple but they are not implementing it. It is causing issues for me.
RAM 1500 (2020) — SERVICE BRAKES Feb 16, 2026
Incident date: Dec 31, 2024
One day five different warning lights appeared. Since, air bags, seat belt tensioners,traction control,abs,and 4x4 have been disabled
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BUICK ENVISION (2017) — SERVICE BRAKES Feb 16, 2026
Incident date: Feb 14, 2026
Driver side front rubber brake line blew out causing all fluid to leak out while my wife was driving it 2/14/2026
KIA K4 (2025) — SERVICE BRAKES Feb 16, 2026
Incident date: Feb 16, 2026
When parked and cutting the car on check driver assistance system come on, check and, and esc comes on. The parking brake does not go off and malfunction. When trying to move the car sometimes it still drives and sometimes the parking brake will not allow you to move until the system resets its self. There are 6 codes that appear. Started in December 2025 have taken car to the dealership 3 times... Read more
FORD F-150 (2025) — SERVICE BRAKES Feb 16, 2026
Incident date: Oct 1, 2025
When you’re stopped and have the Auto Hold feature on, and open your door, the gear selector will automatically shift to park and engage the e-brake. Off and on, this will cause the brake system to fault and will tell you to service immediately. A couple other times it triggered randomly with just having the Auto Hold feature activated. it’s happened on and off since i got the truck new. i hav... Read more
NISSAN ROGUE (2018) — SERVICE BRAKES Feb 16, 2026
Incident date: Feb 13, 2026
Driving 55 mph down road when my 2018 Nissan rogue SL AWD automatically slammed on the brakes by itself. Lights on the dashboard flashed and it made horrible breaking sound The force flung me forward but seat belt locked up holding me in place. There was absolutely nothing or no one fffcccffin front me. Luckily no one was behind me eor they would’ve hit me. Can’t figure out a way to turn off ... Read more
FORD MAVERICK (2022) — SERVICE BRAKES Feb 16, 2026
Incident date: Feb 12, 2026
I have a 2022 Ford Maverick XL Hybrid and the system that failed is the rear lighting system, specifically the tail lamps, brake lamps, and rear turn signals. This appears to be related to the Body Control Module (BCM) software, which was the subject of Ford Recall 24S27 affecting many 2022–2024 Ford Mavericks. The failure began on my vehicle with the left rear tail lamp assembly (running light,... Read more
JEEP WRANGLER (2015) — SERVICE BRAKES Feb 16, 2026
Incident date: Jan 7, 2026
The ABS module needs to be replaced, but Jeep states that is un available and has been for over two years. Subsequently the vehicle has no ABS and is much harder to control in the rain.
CHEVROLET EQUINOX (2025) — SERVICE BRAKES Feb 16, 2026
Incident date: Feb 15, 2026
VEHICLE INFORMATION Vehicle: 2025 Chevrolet Equinox (Gas) Purchase Price: $46,000 In-Service Date: January 28, 2026 Current Mileage: 2,433 miles First Repair Attempt: Approximately 200 miles DEFECT DESCRIPTION (SAFETY-CRITICAL) The vehicle experiences intermittent but recurring safety system failures while driving, including: • Complete instrument cluster blackout (all gauges dark) • All war... Read more
CHEVROLET SILVERADO 1500 (2019) — SERVICE BRAKES Feb 16, 2026
Incident date: Feb 4, 2026
Brakes lock down at approximately 45 miles per hour
VOLVO XC40 (2024) — SERVICE BRAKES Feb 16, 2026
Incident date: Jan 14, 2025
On two separate occasions, brakes failed completely in snow. Vehicle did not appear to be hydroplaning, and anti-lock function did not kick-in despite the pedal being floored. Pumping had no effect either. Safety sensors around the car should have detected motion even if the wheels were locked-up and should initiate anti-lock procedures as well. Distance traveled (at low speed due to snow and heav... Read more
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FORD FUSION (2010) — SERVICE BRAKES Feb 16, 2026
Incident date: Feb 15, 2026
The brakes completely failed pressed pedal all the way down! My son almost died! The brake pads are new!
CHEVROLET MALIBU (2017) — SERVICE BRAKES Feb 16, 2026
Incident date: Jun 29, 2025
In the last 6 months I’ve had to put 3 Brake Boosters on my 2017 Chevy Malibu and it’s NOT cheap…. I don’t know what else to do.
ACURA ILX (2013) — SERVICE BRAKES Feb 16, 2026
Incident date: Feb 2, 2026
IIU malfunction not valid for this vin, even though it is the exact issue that every other model faced. Acura REFUSED to complete the repair without paying $3400
CHEVROLET COLORADO (2023) — SERVICE BRAKES Feb 15, 2026
Incident date: Feb 15, 2026
Recall was performed on truck about a year ago for the pedestrian collision automatic braking. Today the truck locked up the brakes in traffic and there wasn’t a pedestrian in sight. I believe the recall didnt truly fix the issue, as it has given false alerts before without applying the brakes
MERCEDES-BENZ EQE 350+ (2024) — SERVICE BRAKES Feb 15, 2026
Incident date: Oct 23, 2025
The vehicle experienced repeated electrical wiring harness damage in the lighting, tire and connector areas due to exposed and insufficiently protected wiring near socket terminations. On two separate service visits, authorized dealership technicians confirmed that rodents chewed through multiple exposed wires. The affected wiring involves critical electrical systems. The connectors lack adequate... Read more
HONDA ACCORD (2019) — SERVICE BRAKES Feb 15, 2026
Incident date: Feb 15, 2026
All light come on brake system, ACC, road migration, collision migration, hill start assist problem, Vehicle stability system, electrical power steering, and it will not go when at a light. Almost causing a car accident.
HYUNDAI KONA (2019) — SERVICE BRAKES Feb 15, 2026
Incident date: Feb 7, 2026
While stopped our 2019 Kona EV at a traffic light with my foot on the brake, the car spontaneously accelerated and crashed into the car also sitting at the light about eight feet in front of us. If there wasn't a car in front of us, we would have gone through a busy intersection at very high speed. The front end of the car was destroyed and both airbags deployed. The car was towed to a collisio... Read more
Crash 3 injured
JEEP WRANGLER (2016) — SERVICE BRAKES Feb 15, 2026
Incident date: Jan 22, 2026
ABS Module Part# 68259556AC has failed. (Replacement part is 68259556AD) Stellantis/Jeep has not provided a replacement part for over three years. This affects all Jeep Wranglers 2014-2018. We have no ABS and no traction control in our Jeeps. We need help.
LEXUS RX (2013) — SERVICE BRAKES Feb 15, 2026
Incident date: Feb 10, 2026
I was just driving regular and the rx350 started to jerk and apply the breaks by itself and slip and go side ways and the car behind me almost hit me because my Lexus started to stop hard and fast .im pressing the gas but it’s not accelerating.the engine wanted to stop and very dangerous I’m scared to even drive the vehicle.i am the 3rd owner and now i know why the otheer people don’t want i... Read more
SUBARU FORESTER (2017) — SERVICE BRAKES Feb 15, 2026
Incident date: Feb 14, 2026
Intermittently, for the past few months, either when I wish to back up or go forward, a buzzer will sound, the anti-lock brakes and eye-sight indicators on the dash will say that neither system is working. The brakes malfunction and the steering wheel is very difficult to turn. Turning off the engine and restarting once or twice usually solves the problem, as if restarting reboots the system. But... Read more
JEEP WRANGLER (2012) — SERVICE BRAKES Feb 15, 2026
Incident date: Nov 10, 2025
The dash displayed multiple warning ICONS and I carried the Jeep to a mechanic. They discovered that the ABS Module, which is the anti braking system, had a fault error and needed to be replaced. After multiple attempts have found out that this particular ABS Module, OEM Part number (68145835AE) is no longer available by Jeep Chrysler and has not been available for the past few years. This means t... Read more
RAM 1500 (2016) — SERVICE BRAKES Feb 15, 2026
Incident date: Jul 5, 2023
Known issue with the abs module causing brake problems no abs no traction control very dangerous to drive especially in wet/slippery conditions
BUICK ENCLAVE (2017) — SERVICE BRAKES Feb 15, 2026
Incident date: Jul 15, 2024
Shortly after purchasing my 2017 enclave premium around 60000 I noticed a problem that felt like vehicle's tires were skipping when making sharp turns. Upon my own extensive research (as I didn’t have time money and couldn’t go won’t vehicle) discovered a clutch pack needed replaced. This is after replacing the battery and brakes nit even a month after buying. Later after taking it for an... Read more
LEXUS RX (2017) — SERVICE BRAKES Feb 15, 2026
Incident date: Mar 1, 2021
My vehicle is experiencing a mechanical failure of the brake actuator/booster assembly, manifested by a "squawk/bark" noise and abnormal pedal feel during braking. This is a known defect recognized by Lexus under Customer Support Program 23LE04. The dealership technician confirmed the noise is present and recommended a full replacement of the ABS actuator. However, Lexus is denying coverage becau... Read more
JEEP GRAND CHEROKEE (2024) — SERVICE BRAKES Feb 15, 2026
Incident date: Jan 16, 2026
When on a hill with the electric being depleted under 8% the vehicles don’t know what to do for power an rolled back with no power forward even when attempting to accelerate causing potential collision with vehicle on the rear. Vehicle manufacturer refuses to service vehicle due to ongoing litigation and known problem.
LINCOLN NAUTILUS (2025) — SERVICE BRAKES Feb 14, 2026
Incident date: Feb 14, 2026
Front right brakes make grinding sounds when stopping and lose traction when roads are wet. Vehicle causes safety issues when roads are wet. Due to lack of control. Issue was reported to the dealer and I was told Lincoln is aware of the issue but there’s no fix at the time. Vehicle was inspected by dealer at 7,500 miles No warning lights present
GMC CANYON (2024) — SERVICE BRAKES Feb 14, 2026
Incident date: Nov 7, 2024
On 2 occasions the battery was drained and a tow truck had to jump the battery. On one occasion after the battery was jump started it took several hours before the brakes were able to be used and the car driven safely. Had to drive very slowly (under 50 mph) per note that appeared on dashboard. After nearly an hour of waiting Engine light stayed on and dealership ran diagnostic and found nothing w... Read more
JEEP WRANGLER (2016) — SERVICE BRAKES Feb 14, 2026
Incident date: Feb 1, 2026
The ABS control module has failed. Anti-lock brake and stability management systems, in addition to vehicle descent control are malfunctioning. This renders the vehicle extremely unstable and difficult to drive. Stellantis is aware of the problem and reports no replacement parts are available and has not issued a recall. The vehicle has low milage and has never been in an accident.
CHEVROLET TRAVERSE (2025) — SERVICE BRAKES Feb 14, 2026
Incident date: Feb 9, 2026
I turned my vehicle on and my brakes, ABS, traction control and anti collision lights all came on. Upon research this is a known problem in 2025 and a recall in 2024. It did in fact end up being the master cylinder and brake system that faulted
KIA OPTIMA (2012) — SERVICE BRAKES Feb 14, 2026
Incident date: Feb 3, 2026
•I’m not sure what failed, the car was parked. And yes it’s available for inspection. •I had just parked the car coming from work and at the time. If I was in the car any longer than 5 more minutes it possibly could’ve been catastrophic. • All I know as of right now is that 5 days ago, it was escalated and I received a case number and a case manager 3 days ago. •The car has not b... Read more
FORD BRONCO (2022) — SERVICE BRAKES Feb 14, 2026
Incident date: Feb 5, 2026
When braking(going down hill) the Bronco comes to a complete stop and the brakes feel good. But a split second after the full stop, the truck starts to creep forward for about a foot and then you hear a "click noise" and the truck abruptly stops. This is a very scary feeling wondering if your gonna roll into cross traffic. This happens every morning(once every day) and the rest of the day the brak... Read more
TOYOTA PRIUS (2012) — SERVICE BRAKES Feb 14, 2026
Incident date: Feb 13, 2026
The vehicle is experiencing a suspected brake actuator / brake booster failure. Multiple warning lights appeared simultaneously, including ABS, Brake, Traction Control, and Master Warning lights. The vehicle produces a frequent buzzing noise from the brake system, especially at low speeds or when stopped. The noise occurs repeatedly when pressing the brake pedal, indicating the system is struggli... Read more
CHEVROLET TRAVERSE (2025) — SERVICE BRAKES Feb 14, 2026
Incident date: Jan 27, 2026
While driving, ABS, traction control, ESC, forward collision, and AWD alerts were indicated by the car. At the time it had 10 months in service and approximately 12,800 miles accumulated. After 17 days at the dealers service department and a direct call to GM the brake master cylinder and associated components were replaced. I've seen several reports of this generation of Traverse having this same... Read more
BMW 530I (2020) — SERVICE BRAKES Feb 14, 2026
Incident date: Oct 5, 2025
My car was totaled, I lost steering assistance, and it switched off while I was driving. The car was the subject of an open recall. I need this looked at because it might be a crash caused by a fault.
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KIA SOUL (2021) — SERVICE BRAKES Feb 13, 2026
Incident date: Feb 9, 2026
Description of Incident: On February 9, 2026, at approximately 3:00 PM, I was driving my 2021 Kia Soul on Calvine Road and Winterberry in Elk Grove, CA. A vehicle suddenly merged into my path. I immediately attempted to apply the brakes, but the pedal failed to depress or engage normally. Despite the imminent collision, the Forward Collision-Avoidance Assist (FCA) failed to provide any alert, and ... Read more
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SUBARU OUTBACK (2019) — SERVICE BRAKES Feb 13, 2026
Incident date: Feb 13, 2026
Today 13 Feb 2026, around 3pm I was following traffic it was slow (5 miles an hour) and the traffic light turned red so I pushed on my brake to stop the car and it surged forward I pushed down on the brake again and the my vehicle stopped. Lucy I was travel a couple car lengths behind the vehicle in front of me or we would have ran into his back bumper. This is the second time this year this ... Read more
HYUNDAI TUCSON (2025) — SERVICE BRAKES Feb 13, 2026
Incident date: Feb 11, 2026
The contact owns a 2025 Hyundai Tucson. The contact stated that while driving at an undisclosed speed attempting to park in front of a building, the brake pedal was depressed, however the vehicle failed to stop as intended. The contact stated that the vehicle lunged forward and independently accelerated. No warning lights were illuminated. The vehicle crashed into the building. The crash caused da... Read more
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HONDA CR-V (2026) — SERVICE BRAKES Feb 13, 2026
Incident date: Feb 6, 2026
Date of Incident: February 6, 2026 Time: Approximately 2:30 PM On February 6, 2026, at approximately 2:30 PM, I came to a complete stop at a stop sign. As I began making a turn, the vehicle suddenly and unexpectedly accelerated without my intention to increase speed. This unexpected acceleration caused the vehicle to strike a small tree. The vehicle sustained damage to the passenger-side front are... Read more
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MERCEDES-BENZ GLE350 (2017) — SERVICE BRAKES Feb 13, 2026
Incident date: Dec 27, 2025
Car took off after going over railroad track, and accelerated without driver being able to control it. The breaks and steering went out as well. It’s like car was being driven remotely. Crashed into fence, and there was no warning. The car accelerated. The car bounces back and forth when brakes are on, and again last year stopped in the middle of traffic. Water damage was leaking in as well afte... Read more
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GMC ACADIA (2025) — SERVICE BRAKES Feb 13, 2026
Incident date: Jan 5, 2026
Unknown. Brakes still squeaking after getting them changed with the bulletin notice. Engine surges and idles rough- dealership could not diagnose. Not accelerating randomly, pedal goes in and it does not engage. Gas tank not filling up all the way. Rear cross tracking warning turned off when it is not turned off. AC smells rotten and musty
TESLA MODEL S (2015) — SERVICE BRAKES Feb 13, 2026
Incident date: Dec 31, 1969
Parking brake has locked on and cannot be released
TOYOTA PRIUS V (2014) — SERVICE BRAKES Feb 13, 2026
Incident date: Feb 4, 2026
Brake booster is not working
TOYOTA PRIUS V (2013) — SERVICE BRAKES Feb 13, 2026
Incident date: Feb 6, 2026
Spontaneous failure of brake actuator system.
ACURA TLX (2021) — SERVICE BRAKES Feb 13, 2026
Incident date: Dec 15, 2025
Adaptive Damper System error on dashboard. Took the car to the dealer and they confirmed two issues. Codes C1646-14 and C1647-14 indicating the stroke sensor has lower limit abnormality. Dealer recommended replacing both rear shocks due to over extension. Once shocks were replaced, codes returned. During further investigation, corrosion was found in the stroke sensor wiring harness. Harness is the... Read more
LINCOLN AVIATOR (2020) — SERVICE BRAKES Feb 13, 2026
Incident date: Jan 29, 2026
On January 29, 2026, at approximately 4:00 PM, the vehicle experienced unintended movement while in PARK and powered off. The vehicle had been placed in Park, the engine was turned off, and the driver exited. Shortly afterward, the vehicle rolled unexpectedly while unattended. The vehicle remained parked and was not driven due to safety concerns. Wheel blocks were placed behind the tires until th... Read more
TOYOTA COROLLA (2025) — SERVICE BRAKES Feb 13, 2026
Incident date: Aug 1, 2025
The contact rented a 2025 Toyota Corolla. The contact stated that while driving at unknown speeds and entering into a parking space, the contact applied the brake pedal; however, the adaptive cruise control system engaged unexpectedly, causing the vehicle to accelerate and crash into a building. The driver was unable to turn off the adaptive cruise control system. There were no reported injuries, ... Read more
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DODGE DURANGO (2021) — SERVICE BRAKES Feb 13, 2026
Incident date: Jun 5, 2024
Around 50,000 or trailer brake service and traction control warning came on. Took into dealership was told it was hydraulic control unit and abs module that need replaced
RAM 2500 (2018) — SERVICE BRAKES Feb 13, 2026
Incident date: Nov 30, 2024
The warning lights have been on for months indicating the ABS is malfunctioning, we have had it to the dealership garage several times and they keep telling us we are on the list but the parts are not available even though it has been over a year. If they fail completely we will have no control over the braking system which can cause a vehicle crash. We have to limit the driving we do with our v... Read more
DODGE DART (2016) — SERVICE BRAKES Feb 13, 2026
Incident date: Dec 31, 1969
My 2016 dodge dart is losing all fluids after putting fluids in the car . My back calipers keep coming off the system , my hose keep detaching or blowing off. Losing power and it's not shifting . I have called dodge and ford where I purchased the car , I also made reports with corporate office of dealership I bought it from . No one told me there was any problems with the make and model of the veh... Read more
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