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Showing 76,359 complaints — component: SERVICE BRAKES

MAZDA CX-50 (2023) — SERVICE BRAKES Dec 21, 2025
Incident date: Dec 21, 2025
Following a professional brake flush at Roger Beasley Mazda Central in Austin, Texas, the left front brake bleeder screw was left loose. This resulted in a significant loss of brake fluid over several days, causing a 'Brake Warning' light to illuminate and a visible reduction in braking performance. A secondary inspection by an independent mechanic confirmed the screw was not tightened, which caus... Read more
GMC SIERRA 1500 (2022) — SERVICE BRAKES Dec 21, 2025
Incident date: Dec 7, 2025
1.)When driving the vehicle it will randomly shutoff while driving with loss of brakes and steering until it will randomly turn back on.The vehicle experiences intermittent electronic and drivability malfunctions. The issue appears to involve one or more vehicle control modules and/or electronic systems. At times, warning lights and system messages appear, and vehicle performance is affected. The ... Read more
BMW X5 (2025) — SERVICE BRAKES Dec 21, 2025
Incident date: Dec 20, 2025
While attempting to park forward into a handicapped parking space, the car lurched forward approximately 4 feet instead of braking/stopping. The braking system appeared to fail and the electrical/sensors/ADAS warnings did not engage. The vehicle drove over a cement parking block and struck a building shrub, signage and hvac unit.
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TOYOTA CAMRY (2025) — SERVICE BRAKES Dec 21, 2025
Incident date: Nov 12, 2025
Iwas coming to a stop sign in a supermarket parking lot there was astreet you could either go left or right the car kept rolling across as i put my foot on the brake repeatedly as it did not stop it went up acurb hit a heavy wood fence and stopped before going down a steep embankment the cabin remained fine the back wheels remained in the street the car was totaled also the car would pull to the l... Read more
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TOYOTA TACOMA (2013) — SERVICE BRAKES Dec 21, 2025
Incident date: Dec 5, 2025
The power brake booster failed while driving with my [XXX] and [XXX] old. Fortunately I was in a school zone with no traffic. This particular part is known to fail with Toyota's (recalled on a few models). The vehicle is 13 so Toyota will not back their product. The dealer charged $3,000.00 for the repair. There were no warnings this was going to happen. The vehicle was bought brand new, and alw... Read more
RAM 1500 (2016) — SERVICE BRAKES Dec 21, 2025
Incident date: May 17, 2023
ABS Module tested by independent service to be defective. ABS, antiskid and brake lights all on. Cruise control disabled. Available for inspection. No “incident” has occurred other than having no antiskid function which poses a risk in wet conditions as well as fatigue issues on long drives with no cruise control! ABS Module has been on manufacturer nationwide back order for over 2 years with... Read more
MERCEDES BENZ E500 (2005) — SERVICE BRAKES Dec 20, 2025
Incident date: Dec 11, 2025
This is not about an accident. It's about the vehicle's condition. Precisely, about the brake service warning. Red warning with beeping on dashboard saying I need to bring it to workshop for service. My wife was driving this car when she felt something was wrong with the car and she brought it to her trustful mechanic for check up right away sameday That mechanic gave up to look any further sugge... Read more
CHEVROLET SILVERADO 1500 (2017) — SERVICE BRAKES Dec 20, 2025
Incident date: Dec 20, 2025
The brakes stop functioning at slow speeds such as parking and backing , this has been an ongoing issue for many years, mostly once in a while, but lately almost every single time I drive it , I believe it’s an ECBM Issue
JEEP GRAND CHEROKEE (2024) — SERVICE BRAKES Dec 20, 2025
Incident date: Aug 27, 2025
On 2 ocassions the vehicle failed to execute a stop. The first was going down a mild hill at 20 mpg; I applied the brakes and the car started to slow and then the brakes felt like there was a shudder and released, and then engaged again and the car finally did stop. That same day on flat ground the same thing repeated. A second brake problem has occurred multiple times; likely 50 - 60 times... Read more
HONDA CR-V (2022) — SERVICE BRAKES Dec 20, 2025
Incident date: Nov 23, 2023
The most urgent issue with my vehicle is the automatic braking system. During several instances driving during the day and at night, my car has done what’s referred to as “phantom braking” where it detects something in the road, though the road is completely clear and open and the brakes engage and suddenly stop my car. It’s happened on occasions where it triggers the brakes lightly and it... Read more
GMC SIERRA 2500 (2020) — SERVICE BRAKES Dec 20, 2025
Incident date: Dec 19, 2025
The main tailgate will not go down or function properly and it says online there is a national recall for this, but does not come up when I search my vehicle. When I turn on my left turn signal the brights flash for no reason and this is a known major issue with the vehicles as well. The trucks computer is telling me low on coolant even though it is not that has already been fixed through a 3rd ... Read more
JEEP WRANGLER (2017) — SERVICE BRAKES Dec 20, 2025
Incident date: Dec 19, 2025
Dear Sir(or Madam), The Left Rear Caliber is locking up AGAIN. We have changed 4 Rear Calibers, Rotors , Breaks and Brake Hoses and Two Sets of Front Calibers, Breaks, Rotors and Break Hoses and again the Caliber in the Rear Right is locking up again. This you would think is a Safety Hazard by now. We have owned three Wranglers and everyone of them had Brake Problems. I thought that maybe Jee... Read more
JEEP CHEROKEE (2015) — SERVICE BRAKES Dec 20, 2025
Incident date: Nov 30, 2025
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CHEVROLET TRAVERSE (2026) — SERVICE BRAKES Dec 20, 2025
Incident date: Dec 15, 2025
On Monday, December 15, 2025, I was "creeping" into my garage when the brakes failed and I ran into my garage wall damaging my wall and the front of the vehicle. On Tuesday, December 16 ,2025, while slowly pulling into a parking spot at Sam's Club in OKC, the brakes again failed, and the forward crash system prevented running into another vehicle. On that same date while stuck in bumper-to-bumper ... Read more
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DODGE DART (2014) — SERVICE BRAKES Dec 20, 2025
Incident date: Dec 7, 2022
No any lock brakes, a b s lights on brake lights on traction control lights on and no cruise control
TOYOTA PRIUS C (2013) — SERVICE BRAKES Dec 20, 2025
Incident date: Dec 20, 2025
Warning lamps for ABS and others and the chiming dings came on while pulling away from the bank drive through and parking for a second. I shut the engine off and turned back on with no success. I was barely able to park in a spot because of difficulties braking. My car had been making an electric noise every 15 seconds or so previously, at different times when parked, but I thought it was the hyb... Read more
CHEVROLET SILVERADO 1500 (2019) — SERVICE BRAKES Dec 20, 2025
Incident date: Nov 29, 2025
Unknown, ESC , traction control, service brake. The truck stop and those 2 codes shows and is on but doesn’t it move
TESLA MODEL Y (2022) — SERVICE BRAKES Dec 19, 2025
Incident date: Jan 31, 2024
Vehicle: 2022 Tesla Model Y VIN: [XXX] Mileage: 85,000 Complaint Description (Copy & Paste): I am filing this complaint due to serious and ongoing safety-related defects with my 2022 Tesla Model Y that remain unresolved despite multiple service visits. The vehicle experiences shuddering and vibration during regenerative braking, especially when driving downhill. In addition, the braking behavi... Read more
AUDI Q5 (2025) — SERVICE BRAKES Dec 19, 2025
Incident date: Dec 17, 2025
I MOVED INTO A PARKING SPOT AND PUSHED THE BRAKES TO STOP BUT THE CAR ACCELERATED AND HIT A TREE. HOWEVER WHEN THE POLICE DROVE THE CAR OUT OF THE PARKING SPOT THE BRAKES WERE WORKING PROPERLY.
Crash
TOYOTA PRIUS (2015) — SERVICE BRAKES Dec 19, 2025
Incident date: Dec 19, 2025
The ABS failed while driving on the highway. There was no accident, but it was substantially harder to brake when needed.
FORD F-150 (2014) — SERVICE BRAKES Dec 19, 2025
Incident date: Nov 13, 2025
Transmission would downshift unexpectedly causing me to brake and panic, the tool icon will come on dash, speedometer stops working and backup camaras failed, transmission locked up on highway and caused driveshaft to lock back tires. All around dangerous situation
KIA K5 (2023) — SERVICE BRAKES Dec 19, 2025
Incident date: Dec 22, 2023
The kia since bought brand new would have alignment issues even after getting alignments every 3-4 months and the dealership claim that they don’t whats causing constant misalignment after seeing theres no signs of external damage. Due to the misalignment it wears down the tires and made one of my tires explode on the road. Also the door seal on the driver side gets a chunk ripped out from just ... Read more
FORD F-250 SD (2025) — SERVICE BRAKES Dec 19, 2025
Incident date: Dec 15, 2025
When I was pulling out of the gas station parking lot on Dec 15th, 2025, I pressed the gas and heard a noise that sounded like high RPMs. I then approached the intersection and attempted to press the brake and the brake would not press in, it was hard. My truck then continued to move forward. I attempted to turn the steering wheel as a truck was coming at me. The steering wheel would not turn or m... Read more
RAM 2500 (2017) — SERVICE BRAKES Dec 19, 2025
Incident date: Jul 28, 2019
One instance all the brakes locked up on dry pavement. Second instance the brakes were slowing the truck on a wet surface but would not stop and did not engage the antilock brakes properly. 3rd time brake locked up just on right front wheel.
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CHEVROLET COLORADO (2024) — SERVICE BRAKES Dec 19, 2025
Incident date: Dec 12, 2025
Visibly observed antifreeze / coolant leaking from top radiator hose where it connects to the radiator. Dealer replaced upper radiator o-ring but it's still leaking. At 17000 miles a service brake warning message showed up on information screen. Front brake rotors are warped. Dealer states normal wear on front brakes. Also the dealership stated the front left inner brake pad was down to 2mm of ... Read more
RAM PROMASTER (2015) — SERVICE BRAKES Dec 19, 2025
Incident date: Apr 10, 2024
The contact owns a 2015 Ram ProMaster 2500. The contact stated that the same day that the vehicle was purchased, the check engine warning light illuminated. The contact stated that after shifting to park(P) and the parking brake was engaged, the vehicle rolled backwards. The vehicle was taken to the dealer, who diagnosed the vehicle with an unknown sensor failure. The sensor and the brakes were re... Read more
FORD F-150 (2017) — SERVICE BRAKES Dec 19, 2025
Incident date: Oct 17, 2025
The powertrain/transmission is not receiving the signal from the engine to accelerate. It can be inspected. The vehicle is slow to accelerate or will not accelerate at all, causing lurching motions and slow movement of the vehicle. This can cause my vehicle to rapidly accelerate or me to slowly decelerate, causing me to possibly run into others or be hit by others. No one has reproduced or assesse... Read more
HONDA CR-V (2018) — SERVICE BRAKES Dec 19, 2025
Incident date: Dec 18, 2025
While driving on a residential street at about 30 mph, our car suddenly, on its own and without warning, braked sharply. There was no other vehicle near to initiate the sharp braking. Had there been a car behind us at the time, the braking was so sharp it hit might have rear ended our car. We have now taken the car to the dealer for their assessment of the issue and a solution.
LINCOLN CORSAIR (2024) — SERVICE BRAKES Dec 19, 2025
Incident date: Aug 10, 2024
The Corsair menu includes a Pre-Collision Assistance (PCA) option that controls Automatic Emergency Braking (AEB) and a Distance Indication icon (DA) in the display. The AEB and DA have not functioned at all since we bought the car (08/10/2024). A dealer has had the Corsair 3 times for a total of 12 days and has not fixed the problem. In fact the dealer has stated: "Customer should not exp... Read more
ACURA ILX (2019) — SERVICE BRAKES Dec 19, 2025
Incident date: Jun 7, 2024
My brake pedal randomly sinks to the floor. I have been close to rear ending the vehicle in front of me due to this issue. My car has been to the Acura dealership on three different occasions complaining of this issue but nothing was ever found. The tech was unable to replicate the issue.
JEEP WAGONEER (2024) — SERVICE BRAKES Dec 18, 2025
Incident date: Dec 18, 2025
While making a left turn on a green left turn arrow the vehicle for no reason slammed on the brakes without any notice. Causing the car to come to a violent stop. And almost causing us to be rear ended. The violent stop caused both of us injuries to our backs and necks.
2 injured
CHEVROLET SILVERADO EV (2026) — SERVICE BRAKES Dec 18, 2025
Incident date: Dec 9, 2025
NHTSA SAFETY COMPLAINT – HIGH-VOLTAGE BATTERY FAULT & LOSS OF VEHICLE CONTROL Vehicle: chevy Silverado EV LT Mileage at most recent incident: ~5,400+ miles Incident date: December 17, 2025 Description of the Problem This is the third occurrence of a high-voltage battery fault warning, and the second time involving active vehicle malfunction while driving.    •   First occurrence: ~700... Read more
CHEVROLET TRAVERSE (2025) — SERVICE BRAKES Dec 18, 2025
Incident date: Dec 16, 2025
2025 Traverse ABS brake system failed, and master cylinder broke at 12K. All of the safety features, Lane Departure, Forward Crash detection, blind spot, automatic braking system all stop working with no signs that it was failing! Extremely unsafe! Traverse are meant to be family vehicles, well with major functions failures this kind of problem is going be recipe for disaster if not recalled ASAP.
FORD EDGE (2017) — SERVICE BRAKES Dec 18, 2025
Incident date: Sep 1, 2025
TWO NHTSA NOTIFICATIONS RECEIVED IN SEPTEMBER 2025 AND HAVE YET TO BE CONTACTED BY FMC REGARDING REPAIRS. HAVE CONCERNS WITH BRAKE LINE RECALL AND AT CURRENT TIME HAVE COMPLETELY BLURRED CAMERA, AND UNABLE TO VIEW REAR CAMERA WHILE BACKING UP. CONTACT LOCAL DEALER REGARDING REPAIRS BUT THEY ARE UNABLE TO MAKE REPAIRS UNTIL FMC NOTIFICATIONS. HOW LONG DOES FMC HAVE TO MAKE REPAIRS ONCE NOTIFIED BY ... Read more
HYUNDAI SANTA FE (2025) — SERVICE BRAKES Dec 18, 2025
Incident date: Nov 26, 2025
There have been several times that I have been driving and either turning onto a 4-lane road (2 lanes going each way) or driving on the parkway, where my car has slammed on the brakes by itself. Not only was I not prepared for this to happen, but neither were the cars behind me. I tend to drive with at least 1.5 car-length space between myself and the car in front of me. Last week, I was making a ... Read more
ACURA RDX (2021) — SERVICE BRAKES Dec 18, 2025
Incident date: Dec 16, 2025
After dealer (worldwide motors Ltd also call (Paragon Acura) 33-40 57th street, Woodside, NY 11377)replaced front and rear brake pads and rotors, my vehicle experienced unintended acceleration while stopped. While idling at a red light with my foot firmly on the brake pedal, the vehicle suddenly moved forward approximately 10 feet on its own. This was a serious safety concern and nearly caused a c... Read more
FORD FUSION (2020) — SERVICE BRAKES Dec 18, 2025
Incident date: Jan 19, 2025
When these problems started it was only 6 months after purchase and I was already having issues with power train malfunctions and it didnt want to switch gears. I purchased this at roughly 47,000 miles and it didnt make it to 70,000 miles before I ultimately decided it was not the safe vehicle that was advertised to my family and I. It was taken to the dealership over 3 times in under a year and f... Read more
RAM 1500 (2015) — SERVICE BRAKES Dec 18, 2025
Incident date: Mar 1, 2025
What component or system failed or malfunctioned, and is it available for inspection upon request? ABS Control Module (Part Number 68228991AD). Failure of this part prevents the ABS system, trailer brake, cruise control, and traction control from functioning properly. Part is currently installed into vehicle and is not available for inspection. How was your safety or the safety of others put at... Read more
CHEVROLET COLORADO (2021) — SERVICE BRAKES Dec 18, 2025
Incident date: Dec 31, 2024
In December 2024, at under 50,000 miles, my 2021 Chevrolet Colorado suffered complete brake failure caused by vacuum pump failure. The vacuum pump failure led to irreparable internal engine damage, requiring complete engine replacement under warranty. Sudden, complete brake failure in traffic could have led to a serious accident causing injuries or death to myself and/or others. The component was ... Read more
JEEP WRANGLER (2016) — SERVICE BRAKES Dec 18, 2025
Incident date: Nov 4, 2025
Abs system fails periodically causing the jeep to go into limp mode driving in traffic.
BMW X5 (2013) — SERVICE BRAKES Dec 18, 2025
Incident date: Dec 18, 2025
The componet that failed is the cars electric system in the rear. Battery gets so hot its melted a 2nd orange box on top of the battery. Burned a hole right through. Attempted to start the vehicle, now it's throwing big sparks in the rear battery compartment. ABS warnings, brake warnings, it leaks. It will not start again! We have no transportation. Noone seems to be very concerned about the matt... Read more
RAM 1500 (2016) — SERVICE BRAKES Dec 18, 2025
Incident date: Nov 29, 2025
failure of ABS control module. This disables anti lock brake system,traction control & cruise control. There are hundreds of this modules on back order. Not one of parts suppliers have this part & do not know when they will be available. I reached out to corporate & they don't either
HONDA CR-V (2021) — SERVICE BRAKES Dec 18, 2025
Incident date: Dec 18, 2025
Phantom emergency braking. Vehicle slamming on brakes at intermediate times when there is no emergency.
HYUNDAI PALISADE (2025) — SERVICE BRAKES Dec 18, 2025
Incident date: Aug 24, 2025
Since the first week of driving my vehicle in August, I have reported to the dealership that it rides fairly bumpy over any road and fails to properly break if it is a bumpy road, causing me to almost have a collision. The dealership was unable to reproduce the same issue I was having and says that my car drives just fine. No messages have popped up
HONDA ACCORD (2025) — SERVICE BRAKES Dec 18, 2025
Incident date: Sep 18, 2025
The contact owns a 2025 Honda Accord. The contact stated that while driving at 60 MPH, the vehicle intermittently stalled. While idling or utilizing cruise control, the vehicle suddenly accelerated to 70 after releasing the brake pedal. While entering the garage with her foot hovering over the brake pedal, the vehicle suddenly accelerated forward and crashed through the wall into the TV room. The ... Read more
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CHEVROLET TRAVERSE (2025) — SERVICE BRAKES Dec 18, 2025
Incident date: May 6, 2025
Beginning in May 2025, my 2025 Chevrolet Traverse began exhibiting a false “rear liftgate open” condition when the liftgate is fully closed. This defect triggers a continuous audible alarm that occurs before every drive and persists for the entire duration of the drive, stopping only when the vehicle is turned off. As a result of this defect, the rear windshield wiper and washer are disabled,... Read more
GMC SIERRA 1500 (2024) — SERVICE BRAKES Dec 18, 2025
Incident date: Nov 6, 2024
I am writing to express my significant concerns regarding the recurring issues with my 2024 Denali 6.2, which has been subject to multiple service visits since reaching 7,000 miles. Despite these visits, the underlying problem remains undiagnosed and reoccurs shortly after I retrieve the vehicle. Following the second oil change, the engine developed a persistent ticking noise. Over the past 13 mo... Read more
KIA SPORTAGE (2023) — SERVICE BRAKES Dec 18, 2025
Incident date: Jun 3, 2025
I took my car in several times to complain about the rotors and brakes. They said everything was fine but then the vehicle failed on the road so we had it taken to the nearest repair shop since we were on a road trip. Now Kia which has a fix to the damaged parts refusing to replace the defective parts.
CHEVROLET SILVERADO 1500 (2022) — SERVICE BRAKES Dec 17, 2025
Incident date: Dec 14, 2025
Was taking an exit car felt like lose control and got hit with the sign pole on the exit. I have been complaining for the safety reasons and the location and other issues in car to onstar and Chevy for months. Went to Freeport Chevy dealer and changed oil, when I bought the car pre-approved but the when I went for the service they said no oil was changed since the car was new. And I have been payi... Read more
Crash
RAM 3500 (2025) — SERVICE BRAKES Dec 17, 2025
Incident date: Apr 28, 2025
Bad wheel speed sensor which disables ABS, cruise control, and all the ADAS systems. Vehicle has been to dealer 5 times for this in less than 8 months. Stellantis takes over a month to replace the part. Vehicle also will not shut off and/or be able to move while this happens.
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